A reliable car top luggage carrier needs to offer functionality, durability, ease in use, and weather resistant in a hard top or soft-top design.

A tough and spacious hard top carrier can offer 13 – 18 cu ft. of storage for luggage, camping gear, sports wear, and more. These durable cargo carriers constructed in a high-density polyethylene or ABS single-shell material for a high level of protection against rocks, bumps, swipes from branches or other road obstacles. For ease in mounting on a vehicle a U-bolt mounting bracket comes pre-packaged. A load capacity is often in the region of 100lbs., and can weight in at 32lbs on its own without gear.

A soft car top luggage carrier can offer an extra 13 – 15 cu ft. of storage space, so in some cases able to double a vehicle’s trunk space. These carriers offer ease in installation with an ability to mount to an existing roof rack system. Luggage carriers come in a water repellent, UV resistant vinyl or polyester material, with strong zippers, heavy fabrics, and double seams. A soft felt coats the bottom region of the bags to protect a vehicles finish. In times of non-use, these carriers can be broken down and packed in a compact storage bag. In addition, these carriers often need to be used in conjunction with a cargo rack, and attaches with multiple straps and tie-downs.

Deciding on a soft or hard luggage carrier comes down to personal preference. A hard top carrier offers durability, can be more expensive, perfect for those taking more regular trips, and can unfortunately take up a chunk of space in times of storage. while those taking 2 – 3 long-distance journeys per year, might find a soft carrier more acceptable due to its cost effective nature, ease in stowability (folds flat), and gets the job done for the occasional trip.

A quality luggage carrier for top of Car, SUV, Van or RV offers that extra space that can’t be gained within the actual vehicle. Car top luggage carriers attach securely and easily, come constructed in a waterproof material, cleans up with ease, and offers an incredible amount of storage space for extra supplies.

A lightweight, reliable car top cargo carrier offers protection against rain, wind noise, and doesn’t impact too much gas mileage.

A long-lasting hard-shell carrier comes constructed in ABS or polyethylene for its durability, and ability to withstand all sorts of punishment that runs common with road or highway incidents, such as bumps in the road, stones flipping up, or swipes from overhanging trees.

Ease in loading and unloading is possible with carriers offering convenient back or side-opening facilities, with a spacious internal area for accepting total loads of 8 – 13 cubic feet.

A quality cargo box needs to offer ease in installation, with a secure fit for overall protection and safety, and eliminate ratting or wind noise on faster road stretches. A low-priced soft top, hard shell to saddlebag or hitch mounted platform offers a great tool for storing an assortment of gear. Locking mechanisms can feature to ensure a heightened level of security is in place at all times

An alternative to a car top luggage carrier are those cargo Saddlebags – these hung at the rear of a vehicle. An effective solution to limit aerodynamic drag, with an ability to accept 12 – 14 cu ft of supplies, and constructed in a UV and water resistant material. An existing luggage rack in position is often a necessity to attach all support straps.

Hitch-mounted cargo carriers are a solid platform with a high load capacity for larger travel items – a weight load can stretch to 500lbs. Perfect for transporting camp gear, bulky luggage items, or sports related accessories.

A car rooftop cargo carrier eliminate a need to use up all available space in a vehicle with camp equipment, sports gear, vacation supplies, or similar items on a extended drive, a certain way to open up a ton of space in a car or SUV.