Towbar Cargo Storage

Thule is a very well-known brand and a market leader in the automotive accessories sector. The company was started in 1942 in Sweden and since then has built a reputation for designing and products some of the most cutting edge, innovative and high-quality products. The legendary Thule Roof Rack system as launched in the 1960’s and revolutionised the car accessories market. Today some of the great Thule products you can buy from AutoLeisure include Thule Roof Boxes, Thule Roof Bars, Thule Rooftop Tents and Thule Bike Carriers. If you want to learn more about the company, we have also written an in depth Thule Guide. 
Thule towbar cargo carriers are fantastic for those who need additional storage capacity for fun outdoor adventures and have the added benefit of being a clever way of adding more storage space to a small city car. These unique Thule products are the most aerodynamic solution for those looking for additional storage on their vehicle or cat as they are positioned at the back of the car. In fact, Thule rear mounted cargo boxes can have a positive impact on fuel efficiency and range if you have an Electric Vehicle. Keep on ready to learn more! 
A popular Swedish motoring magazine tested the Thule rear mounted cargo boxes and found that they can improve the airflow around the car resulting in no additional fuel consumption or reduction in range for an Electric Vehicle. Some have even said that they have improved the fuel efficiency or extended the range for an Electric Vehicle due to the boost from the airflow. 
As we all know there is a shift from your traditional petrol vehicle to electric vehicles. Cartain EV’s have restrictions to roof load capacity which makes it difficult to choose a Thule roof box. The Thule rear cargo carrier is the ideal solution, and you don’t need to worry about roof load capacity. All you do is simply attached it to your towbar and you are ready to hit the road on your next adventure!

There are many benefits of using a Thule rear cargo box and one that stands out the most is the super aerodynamic design. This is due to the location of the towbar cargo box which goes on the back of the car in a naturally aerodynamic location meaning there is no impact on fuel consumption or the range of an EV. At the back of the car, there is less wind drag and even though your gear is packed in the rear cargo box it doesn’t negatively affect efficiency of the fuel or electricity.
Another benefit of the aerodynamic design of the Thule cargo box is that it is quiet when you are driving. As you are utilising the space at the back of you car this enables you to install a Thule roof rack system on your roof (if your vehicle allows this) giving extra storage space of other items ore Thule sports carriers. 
The lower position to the ground of the Thule rear cargo carriers compared to Thule roof boxes means it is easy to pack heavy items. For example, you may be a parent, and as we know lots of parents can be in a rush, so you will appreciate the where the rear cargo box is positioned because it will make it easy to load your stroller or bags with out having to do any high lifting that would be needed with a Thule roof box. Cartain Thule towbar cargo carriers also can be combined with a bike rack, such as the Thule BackSpace XT which can be combined with the Thule BackSpace XT Bike Arm or the Thule VeloSpace XT Bike Adapter. Please note these Thule accessories are sold separately.

The obvious difference between a Thule Roof Box and a Thule Towbar Cargo Carrier is that the former goes on the roof of your vehicle and the latter goes on the towbar at the back of your vehicle. The Thule Roof Boxes have a streamlined design to reduce the wind resistance and are some of the most aerodynamic cargo boxes on the market. As they Thule towbar carriers go on the back of the vehicle, they barely affect the wind resistance meaning cargo carriers such as the Thule Arcos generate very little wind drag. As a result, when you have the Thule Arcos, you will find that you use the same amount of fuel or electricity as a vehicle without any extra cargo carrier.   
As Thule roof boxes are stored on the roof of the car you will need a Thule roof rack system to secure the cargo box to your vehicle. These innovative cargo carriers are specifically designed not to interfere with the trunk door on your vehicle.
A Thule towbar cargo carrier are great for EV’s or cars which can’t handle a heavy roof load. However, as they are on the back of your vehicle, if you want trunk access you will need to choose a cargo box that specifically swings away, tilts down or is low enough that you can still access your trunk. A couple of these types of rear cargo boxes are the Thule BackSpace XT cargo box which swings away and the Thule Arcos which has a curved design and is low enough that you can access your trunk whenever you need to.