How to Buy a Good Quality Roof-Mounted Cargo Bag

Sometimes there just isn’t enough room in your car to transport your items, or maybe the items are just the wrong shape to fit into the car. For these cases, a roof-mounted cargo bag can act as a wonderful solution.

Roof mounted cargo bags offer drivers a simple way to transport their items, while keeping them safe. They are meant to be as convenient as a cargo box, but the bags are a flexible material that is lightweight, and very easy to store. They typically have a molded base so that it is sturdy while on the vehicle.

When shopping for a roof mounted cargo bag you have a couple things to consider:

  • Type, size, and mounting style: First, consider the vehicle you are putting it on. This will determine the type, size, and mounting instructions as you shop around. Most times you can attach a roof mounted cargo bag to a vehicle even if it doesn't have a roof rack.

  • Waterproof: Not all the roof mounted cargo bags are waterproof or water resistant, so be sure to look closely at the packaging so you know what you’re looking at. The ideal items to put in the roof mounted cargo bag are items that aren’t fragile.

A roof mounted cargo bag gives you the versatility to store items that aren’t fragile. They are easy to mount on the vehicle, are extremely lightweight, and simple to store.


The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our terms of service for more details

Need Help With Your Car?

Our certified mobile mechanics make house calls in over 2,000 U.S. cities. Fast, free online quotes for your car repair.

GET A QUOTE

Related articles

P0021 OBD-II Trouble Code: Camshaft Position A - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 2)
P0021 code definition Camshaft Position A - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 2) What the P0021 code means P0021 is the...
How to Choose the Best Car for Your Teenager
In many places, teenagers (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-show-a-teenager-basic-car-maintenance-by-cheryl-knight) need a car to get around and get to school. So, once they have their license, it is time to find an appropriate vehicle for them to drive. Shopping for a car can be plenty...
How to Replace a Transmission Position Sensor (Switch)
Transmission position sensors (TPS) switch ensures a car is in Neutral or Park when started and shuts the car down if it's not in the right gear.

Related questions

How do you use the cargo net?
If your Altima is equipped with a cargo net, this handy tool can be used to secure packages in the trunk. Not only is this handy for keeping packages with fragile items inside from sliding around in the back, but...
What cargo compartments or storage areas are available?
Your Accord was designed with quite a few handy storage areas to make it easier to bring the essentials with you and stay organized. You’ll find them throughout the car. Here’s a quick look at the “what and where”. Glovebox...
How do I calculate the load carried ?
It’s easy to think that your car can carry pretty much whatever you can cram inside, but that’s not actually the case. Your car has a weight limit, and it’s probably not as high as you think. This limit includes...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com