South Africans love a road trip. But most families these days have a hatchback or an SUV, which doesn’t have packing space for luggage, the kids’ things, and sports equipment. That’s why you need a rooftop cargo carrier.
The many benefits of a rooftop cargo carrier
Rooftop cargo carriers are ideal for bulkier items like golf clubs, strollers, cooler boxes, and beach equipment. These are not exactly heavy but they can take up a lot of space in terms of their overall volume. This frees up the boot for regular luggage items.
Rooftop cargo carriers require no licensing, eradicate the need for trailers, and don’t take up nearly as much space. Trailers are difficult to manoeuvre and, most times, holiday accommodation doesn’t cater to caravans and trailers.
But the benefits of rooftop cargo carriers go beyond just that.
No tow bar, no problem
If you don’t have a tow bar, a rooftop cargo carrier may be the best thing you buy.
Often the roof bars on which the rooftop cargo carrier rests can also accommodate a variety of accessories. This means you can pack almost anything for your next trip. From surfboards to bicycles.
Even if your car has a tow bar, a rooftop cargo carrier is still a worthy investment. It frees up the tow bar for other duties, such as towing your caravan or boat. If you don’t want to pop your bicycle on your roof, you can use your tow bar for a bicycle rack instead.
To be fair, this is the best way to transport your bicycles, as it has the least effect on the car’s aerodynamic performance and fuel consumption. Speaking of…
Reduce fuel consumption
It is well known that towing a trailer can dramatically increase a vehicle’s fuel consumption, especially when it is towed behind smaller, less powerful vehicles.
Choose a rooftop cargo carrier that is designed with optimum aerodynamics in mind, meaning the effect on your fuel consumption will be negligible if any, which is a big advantage given the current inflated fuel prices.
Economic pressures have also seen many motorists downsize their vehicles to smaller, more fuel-efficient models. The use of a rooftop cargo carrier allows motorists to transform these compact models into more practical holidaying solutions, with the increased luggage space now making city runabouts suitable for holiday adventures.
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