Toyota Cab Style Guide

Just like all other truck brands, Toyota has their own classification system for naming their cab styles. It's important that you know what cab you have when purchasing tonneau covers or accessories so that you get one that will fit properly. In this article, we will walk you through the details of each Toyota cab so you can effectively identify your own.

Toyota Tundra Pickup Truck Cab Styles

1. Regular Cab

A regular cab has two doors (one on the passenger side and one on the drivers side). There are no back seats.

2. Double Cab

All four doors open in the same direction. The back doors is often smaller than the front doors and the handle is positioned differently, often towards the back of the door.

3. CrewMax Cab

All four doors open in the same direction and have handles the look identical.

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Chevrolet and GMC Cab Style Guide

Chevrolet and GMC have a larger number of Cab Styles than most other brand of truck. This gives you more options when purchasing a truck, but makes getting the right accessories more difficult. In this article, we will help you navigate the cab types so you can correctly identify your vehicle and get the right accessories the first time.

Chevrolet/GMC Pickup Truck Cab Styles

1. Regular Cab

A regular cab has two doors (one on the passenger side and one on the drivers side). There are no back seats.

2. Double Cab

A double cab has 4 full doors that all open in the same direction. Each door has a handle located on the outside of the truck. The back doors are noticeably smaller in width than the front doors.

3. Extended Cab

An extended cab has 4 doors. The front doors have to be open in order to open the back doors, and the handles are usually located on the inside of the door and not visible from the outside.

 4. Crew Cab

A crew cab has 4 full doors that all open in the same direction. The door handles are all located on the outside of the truck, and both the front and back doors are the same width.

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How to Take Care of Your Vinyl Tonneau Cover

A tonneau cover is one of the most popular accessories you can get for your truck, and for good reason. They provide security for your truck bed and protection for your cargo against the elements. Having a tonneau cover can even increase gas mileage. Tonneau covers are a great investment, but they can be pricey, so you want to be sure to take care of it so it lasts as long as possible.

Here are some tips to help you make your vinyl tonneau cover last:

1. Keep the fabric tight

Don’t let your tonneau cover become loose. This will cause the fabric to flap in the wind, resulting in unnecessary stress to the fabric and premature wear. Most fabric tonneau covers, such as the Access Original Roll Up, have built in tension adjusters that can be used to keep the fabric on your cover tight and looking good.

2. Keep the cover closed when not in use

Avoid keeping your cover stored in the rolled up position for long periods of time. This can cause the fabric to lose elasticity, and exposes the interior components to UV rays that can cause premature wear.

3. Keep your cover clean

Your tonneau cover can accumulate dust and debris that can result in premature wear over time, but the good news is that this can be prevented with a little bit of cleaning.

Your tonneau cover can be hand washed or safely cleaned in any car wash with mild soap and water. Never use petroleum or citrus-based cleaners or silicone protectants when washing your cover, as these can damage the materials.

When washing your tonneau cover, it is ideal to park in a shaded or enclosed area and spray the cover so that it can soak completely. Prepare cleaning solution in a warm bucket of water. Dip a scrub brush in the solution and wash from the inside of the cover to the outside with a smooth side motion. Once complete, rinse the cover completely to remove all soap residue, and finish by covering your tonneau cover with a protective spray like Extang Tonno Tonic, which can help prolong the life of the fabric.

Completing these steps will ensure you keep your fabric tonneau cover looking great and lasting long.

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Top 5 Best Selling Tonneau Covers from Auto Truck Depot

If your on the search to find the perfect cover for your pickup, you've come to the right place. Below is a list of the five most popular tonneau covers from Auto Truck Depot, the ones our customers enjoy the most. To find out more about each cover, just click the title and you will be directed to the tonneau cover's product page. 

1. UnderCover Flex Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover

• Hard tri-fold tonneau cover
• Panels made of FRP composite materials that are stronger, lighter and more durable than aluminum
• Cover sits flush with its low profile design
• Quick release cables let you open the cover from either side of the truck bed
• Automatic slam latches ensure truck bed is secure when cover is closed
• Can be securely propped into one of 3 positions: full coverage, 3/4 bed access or full truck bed access

 2. Access TonnoSport Roll-Up Tonneau Cover

• Soft roll-up tonneau cover
• Seamless low profile design
• Made of durable, reinforced double coated vinyl 
• Cover automatically locks when closed to protect and secure your cargo
• Trigger finger latch system lets you easily open your cover with one hand
• Cover folds away easily for full truck bed
• Built-in tension control dial always keeps cover tight

3. Extang Solid Fold 2.0 Hard Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover

• Hard tri-fold tonneau cover
• Made of extremely durable TPO dent and weather resistant panels
• Snap on seals prevent moisture from entering the truck bed and ensures cargo stays dry in any weather
• Durable powder-coated frame and hinges 
• Textured matte finish provides a sleek OEM look

 4. Access Original Roll-Up Tonneau Cover

• Soft roll-up tonneau cover
• Designed to last the life of your vehicle
• Made to withstand all temperatures, hot or cold
• Auto Latch II dual locking system provides added security for your cargo
• Built in tension adjusters keep your cover looking and functioning at its best
• Element Seal provides a water tight barrier along the front of the truck
• Made of UV protected, stretch resistant, flexible and rugged fabric

 5. BAKFlip G2 Hard Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover

• Hard folding tonneau cover
• Made of heavy duty airplane grade powder-coated insulated aluminum panels
• Sleek, low profile design
• Secure latch cable lets you open the cover from either side of truck bed
• Provides full truck bed access, even while driving
• Does not cover stake pocket holes and works well with other accessories like rack systems
• Integrated buckle system lets you drive with the cover open, folded, flipped or closed
• Quick latch cables are hidden when cover is closed and tailgate locked.

To learn about other types of tonneau covers not included in this list, check out our Tonneau Cover Collection.

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Ford Pickup Truck Cab Styles

The great thing about standards is that nobody ever has the same ones. This is as true for companies as it is for people. Each brand of pickup truck is going to have slightly different names, dimensions, and elements for their different cab styles.

When purchasing a tonneau cover or other truck bed accessories for your Ford pickup truck, you will often need to know the cab style. This overview will walk you through the various distinguishing elements so you can quickly and easily identify what your vehicle is.

Ford Pickup Truck Cab Styles

1. Regular Cab

A regular cab has two doors (one on the passenger side and one on the drivers side). There are no back seats. This is the smallest size cab Ford makes.

2. Super Cab

A super Cab has four doors. The front door has to be open to open the back door and the back door opens in the opposite direction.

3. Super Crew Cab

A super crew cab has 4 doors that all open in the same direction. There are door handles located on the outsides of all 4 doors. This is the largest cab style Ford offers.

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The New, Exclusive LOMAX Hard Tri-Fold Cover

We are very excited to announce the LOMAX Hard Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover now available from Auto Truck Depot. I know what you're thinking, what's so exciting about another tonneau cover? Well, it's because we are the only people in Canada to stock this particular tonneau cover.

The panels are constructed from the same aluminum alloy that is used in trailers, and the panels are supported by extruded aluminum channels. This means the cover is very light and also very durable. It can support up to 400 pounds of evenly distributed weight on top, which is great for heavy snow falls or for setting tools on top temporarily. It's also coated in a textured black finish that ensures it will match the OEM style of modern trucks as well as helping to hide minor scratches and grime build up.

It installs without any required drilling; simply clamp the rail in place and then install the eight TIGHT BITE™ Clamps to hold the rails against your truck bed. Then the cover can be locked into place simply by sliding it along the rail until it catches the latches.

There are ten locking points along the full length of the cover, ensuring that when it's closed it stays closed. To open it, simply pull the latch cable by your tailgate and fold each section back. As a panel is folded, it will automatically unlock the latch points on the next panel. Once you have it folded all the way to the cab, integrated retractable storage clips can be pulled out and clipped in place to hold the cover open so you can drive with the cover opened safely.

The LOMAX Hard Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover has one of the lowest profiles of any tonneau cover, sitting less than half an inch above your truck bed rails. This offers a sleek, professional look that increases your vehicle's aerodynamic form and can even increase your fuel economy.The cover features vinyl coated hinges to keep the top waterproof and it is engineered to shed water off the cover without any drains or gutters. The cover itself overlaps your truck bed rails, creating a continuous seal that keeps your cargo secure and dry, as well as away from the prying eyes or sharp objects of potential thieves.

The LOMAX Hard Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover can be operated and installed by one person, and if you ever need to take the cover off, the main piece can be separated by one person as well. It is lightweight, durable, dependable, and only available in Canada from the Auto Truck Depot. Check out the product page for pricing details and product information videos.

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