Having a
small vehicle doesn’t mean you can’t prepare it for big adventures. There are
many ways to utilize and enhance your vehicle’s cargo space. Whether you are
operating a hitch or taking advantage of your roof space, the Auto Truck Depot
has many options to help you out.
One of
the primary methods used to gain more space in a small vehicle is with a roof
rack, like the Thule Traverse. A roof rack usually consists of two crossbars that run across the top of the
car. The crossbars are held in place by feet, which are connected to each
corner of the roof, usually in the door’s frames. The crossbars sit a few
inches above the vehicle and provide space for objects to be placed without
scratching or damaging its surface. Large objects such as boats or ladders can
be placed across the roof, and the crossbars provide an anchoring point for
objects to be strapped down to.
There
are many accessories available to enhance the storage capabilities of your roof
rack even further, such as the Yakima Loadwarrior. The loadwarrior
cargo basket helps secure items for transport on top of the roof and out
of the interior of your vehicle, allowing more space and comfort while driving
from place to place. The open air platform allows easy access to tie down
materials and gives you added flexibility with items that wouldn’t normally fit
in an enclosed compartment. The large steel constructed frame fits on top of
most vehicles and has custom wind fairing for extra noise reduction. The
universal attachment system fits most round and square factory crossbars. The
accessory bars act as crossbars for gear specific racks and give you added
security when transporting more expensive and personal items. It was developed with on-the-go type people in mind, allowing a quick and easy load that maximizes the utility of your car.
If more
security and protection for your cargo is necessary, the Yakima cargo carriers, SkyBox or RocketBox series may be a better option yet. These boxes are
like an extra trunk for you roof, and they simply attach to your existing roof
rack to expand your vehicles storage space. They come in various sizes for your
specific needs, and you can be sure your gear is safe with its solid carbonite
design and push-button, locking security features.
Another
option, especially useful if you plan on carrying bikes, is to increase your
vehicles carrying capabilities with a hitch. Even if your vehicle is too small
to pull a trailer, you can still utilize this feature to carry bikes, cargo
racks, and more. And better yet, you can use this feature along with a roof
rack to turn your vehicle into a cargo-hauling beast. There are so many ways to
utilize your small vehicle for those big adventures, and the Auto Truck Depot
is here to help.