Many of us have small cars that can’t haul trailers. Now that I have my electric car, that’s even more so. I have been giving the subject much thought.

Then I figured why not power the trailer the same as the car. A sensor could be installed on the tongue to signal the trailer to apply more or less power to the trailer’s motor. This is sort of like electric brakes but in reverse. That would mean battery and motor on the trailer.

My original thought was only for electric cars. Then I had 2nd thoughts. Why not for small gas powered cars too.

I suspect safety would be a factor. Speeds should be limited and, should the trailer come loose, power should be removed from the trailer`s motor. Perhaps some braking should also be applied.

It would be for light and likely long loads. Some might like to buy one. Others might prefer to do their hauling on a rented one.

Mostly, 2x4s simply do not fit in most cars. I live just a short distance from places to buy stuff for my home but I will likely need to rent a vehicle to haul the stuff for my storage shed.

Doesn’t matter to me. If anyone does develop such a thing, it will likely be long after I’m gone.