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How can I get more cargo space without buying a bigger vehicle?<\/strong> <\/strong>
Add an external carrier such as a roof rack, rooftop box, or hitch cargo carrier, and use organizers, nets, and tie-downs to make better use of the space you already have.<\/p> <\/div>
Do roof racks and cargo boxes hurt gas mileage?<\/strong><\/strong>
They can, because a loaded roof adds aerodynamic drag. A hitch carrier usually affects mileage less, and removing a roof box when it is not in use helps.<\/p> <\/div>
Which is better, a roof cargo box or a hitch cargo carrier?<\/strong> <\/strong>
A roof box keeps the rear clear and locks up tight; a hitch carrier loads lower and is easier to reach. Choose based on what you haul and how you like to load.<\/p> <\/div>
How much weight can a roof rack hold?<\/strong><\/strong>
It depends on your vehicle’s dynamic roof rating and the rack itself. Always use the lower of the two limits, and check your owner’s manual for the roof number.<\/p> <\/div>
Will a cargo carrier fit my vehicle?<\/strong><\/strong>
Most hitch carriers are universal for a given receiver size, and roof gear depends on your rails or crossbars. Confirm the fit with a year\/make\/model lookup before you buy.<\/p> <\/div>
Where To Gear Up<\/strong><\/strong>
You can find roof racks and cargo carriers<\/a>, plus truck bed and tailgate accessories<\/a>, for most vehicles at CarParts.com. Enter your year, make, and model to see what fits, then build the setup that matches how you load and what you haul.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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Add Cargo Space With External Carriers <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bike racks <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Carrying bikes on a dedicated rack frees up the trunk and back seat for everything else. Hitch-mounted racks carry the most bikes and load low, roof-mounted racks keep the rear clear, and trunk-strap racks are the budget option for occasional use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get More Out of the Space You Have <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tie-downs, straps, and anchors <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ratchet straps and cargo tie-down anchors<\/a> lock a load in place so nothing shifts in transit, which protects both your cargo and your interior. Anchors mount to the bed or trunk and give you fixed points to strap against. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bed liners and cargo mats <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A bed liner<\/a> or cargo mat<\/a> protects the surface and adds grip so gear does not slide, which makes the space you have more usable. New to liners? Start with A Beginner’s Guide to Truck Bed Liners<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spare tire carriers <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Relocating the spare with a dedicated carrier frees up trunk or bed space you can put toward cargo instead. See How to Install a Spare Tire Carrier<\/a> for a truck or SUV setup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add Cargo Space With External Carriers <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bike racks <\/h3>\n\n\n\nCarrying bikes on a dedicated rack frees up the trunk and back seat for everything else. Hitch-mounted racks carry the most bikes and load low, roof-mounted racks keep the rear clear, and trunk-strap racks are the budget option for occasional use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get More Out of the Space You Have <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tie-downs, straps, and anchors <\/h3>\n\n\n\nRatchet straps and cargo tie-down anchors<\/a> lock a load in place so nothing shifts in transit, which protects both your cargo and your interior. Anchors mount to the bed or trunk and give you fixed points to strap against. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bed liners and cargo mats <\/h3>\n\n\n\nA bed liner<\/a> or cargo mat<\/a> protects the surface and adds grip so gear does not slide, which makes the space you have more usable. New to liners? Start with A Beginner’s Guide to Truck Bed Liners<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spare tire carriers <\/h3>\n\n\n\nRelocating the spare with a dedicated carrier frees up trunk or bed space you can put toward cargo instead. See How to Install a Spare Tire Carrier<\/a> for a truck or SUV setup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bike racks <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Carrying bikes on a dedicated rack frees up the trunk and back seat for everything else. Hitch-mounted racks carry the most bikes and load low, roof-mounted racks keep the rear clear, and trunk-strap racks are the budget option for occasional use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tie-downs, straps, and anchors <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ratchet straps and cargo tie-down anchors<\/a> lock a load in place so nothing shifts in transit, which protects both your cargo and your interior. Anchors mount to the bed or trunk and give you fixed points to strap against. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bed liners and cargo mats <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A bed liner<\/a> or cargo mat<\/a> protects the surface and adds grip so gear does not slide, which makes the space you have more usable. New to liners? Start with A Beginner’s Guide to Truck Bed Liners<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spare tire carriers <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Relocating the spare with a dedicated carrier frees up trunk or bed space you can put toward cargo instead. See How to Install a Spare Tire Carrier<\/a> for a truck or SUV setup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n