Why the Midwest Is a Hotbed for Trailer Security Systems

If you look at this map, one thing is clear: the Midwest, particularly around Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and southern Michigan, is packed with trailer security system installations. But why here?

It starts with the simple fact that this part of the country moves a lot of trailers. It’s a major corridor for motorsports, agriculture, construction, and small business haulers. From race trailers and horse rigs to utility and tool trailers, the Midwest hauls it all. And wherever trailers are constantly in use, theft is never far behind.

Indianapolis is a hub for racing. Illinois and Iowa are full of agriculture and contractors. Michigan and Wisconsin have major highways that run through rural areas where trailers can disappear quickly if unprotected. These states are also home to countless trailer manufacturers, repair shops, and dealers, many of whom now recommend or install trailer security systems as standard practice.

This concentration isn’t accidental. It’s the result of theft trends, heavy trailer usage, and a growing awareness that locks alone aren’t enough. Customers here have seen or experienced theft firsthand, and they’re not waiting to be next.

The map doesn’t just show sales. It shows where people are serious about protecting their investments, and where smart trailer owners are making security a priority.