The 2024 NATDA Trailer Show™ took place in Nashville Tennessee last August , and with it , kicked off its new product award program , Innovation Showcase . The Innovation Showcase ( formerly the New Product Display ) was revamped to offer a bigger and better attendee experience with expanded categories . Throughout the show , dealers perused an array of new and exciting offerings all in one place , including trailers , truck best , parts , software , and services . In addition to being given a comprehensive overview of “ what ’ s next ” in the light to medium-duty trailer industry , show attendees were able to vote on their favorite new products in three specific categories : Trailer Innovation , Dealership Innovation and Manufacturing Innovation .
TRAILER INNOVATION AWARDS
The Trailer Innovation Award applies to physical products and components that would be used on a trailer or truck bed to enhance trailer performance .
Bullet Proof Hitches Bulletproof Road Suppressor Ball and Coupler The BulletProof Road Suppressor Dual Ball is designed to reduce the transfer of vibration and bumps from the trailer to the tow vehicle . The patented road suppression technology is 100 % maintenance free , providing up to a 90 % smoother ride .
Gen-Y Hitch SnapLatch Trailer Coupler The SnapLatch Coupler has a self-latching design to ensure a proper connection each time you connect to a trailer . The chamfered coupler allows for an easy and simple connection and resets for an easy hookup each time .
Valcrum 10-Way Hi-Amp Plug & Receptacle The 10-Way Hi-Amp Plug & Receptacle for bumper pull / gooseneck trailers delivers Big Power safely from your towing vehicle to your trailer in one OEM-style connection .
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