Winterhoff is now AL-KO VT
Safety and coupling technology for trailers and caravans
Trusted quality within the AL-KO Vehicle Technology Group (“AL-KO VT”)
For over 70 years, Winterhoff has stood for premium coupling and safety components for trailers and caravans. As a German manufacturer of coupling heads, the brand has built a reputation for reliable technology, superior quality, and ongoing innovation. In future, products, advice and service will be consolidated under the AL-KO brand. Customers will continue to benefit from the established quality and technical expertise as usual.
Winterhoff at a glance
- Successfully active in the trailer and caravan industry for over 70 years
- Acquisition of ALBE BERNDES in 2001, further strengthening many years of industry experience
- Since 2016, part of the AL-KO Vehicle Technology Group and thus part of DexKo Global
- Portfolio includes coupling heads, stabiliser couplings, jockey wheels, support legs, corner steadies, theft protection, and accessories
- Development and production according to the highest quality standards with integrated quality management
- Established across Europe both in specialist retailers and with vehicle manufacturers
- From August 2026, the brand continues as AL-KO VT
What is Winterhoff?
Tradition and innovation for safe trailer technology
Winterhoff is one of the most established brands in the European trailer industry. For more than seven decades, the company has been developing and producing coupling and safety components for trailers and caravans. Its long-standing experience, superior production quality, and continuous development have made Winterhoff a key player in the market.
A significant milestone came with the acquisition of ALBE BERNDES in 2001, merging the expertise of two renowned German manufacturers of coupling heads and expanding the product portfolio even further.
Since 2016, Winterhoff has been part of the AL-KO Vehicle Technology Group. Together, they deliver solutions that combine the highest safety standards, ease of operation, and durability. Today, customers benefit from a strong international organisation with comprehensive development, production, and service capabilities.
Is Winterhoff part of AL-KO?
Reliable quality within one unified brand world
Yes. Winterhoff has been part of the AL-KO Vehicle Technology Group since 2016.
As part of the brand consolidation, previous Winterhoff products will in future be sold under the AL-KO brand. The proven product quality, technical expertise, advice, service and availability of spare parts are of course maintained.
By bringing together everything under the AL-KO brand, customers will in future have centralised access to products, technical information, and dedicated contacts for all trailer and caravan technology.
Where can I get advice, service, and spare parts?
Expert support for all your trailer technology needs
The Europe-wide dealer and service network from AL-KO supports you in selecting products, answering compatibility questions, and finding spare parts.
Experienced experts will advise you on suitable components for trailers and caravans and will remain available with technical support even after your purchase.
Frequently asked questions about Winterhoff
Winterhoff has not disappeared, but is now part of the AL-KO Vehicle Technology Group.
As part of the brand consolidation, the brand will now run under AL-KO. Products and services remain available.
Previous Winterhoff content has been integrated into the AL-KO product world.
Via the vehicle section for trailers you will find the relevant products.
Spare parts and advice on compatibility for existing Winterhoff products can be obtained via the AL-KO dealer and customer centre network.
Advice, installation and service are now all provided through AL-KO. The same expertise, installation skills, and ongoing support via the dealer and customer centre remain available as usual.
