Are roof boxes safe to drive with? 

Roof boxes can be safe to drive with under normal conditions, but they also come with risks – especially in the event of a collision. It’s important to understand how their placement impacts your car’s handling and overall safety.

The risks of roof box placement

Since roof boxes are mounted high on your vehicle, they , they can negatively affect the car’s stability and how it handles on the road:

• Reduced maneuverability: The extra wind resistance and side impact can make your car harder to control, especially in strong winds or at higher speeds.
  

• Increased danger in crashes: At speeds as low as 50 km/h, roof boxes have a high risk of detaching or having their contents burst through, potentially causing serious hazards to oncoming traffic and passengers.
  

• Lack of crash testing: The majority of roof boxes on the market have not been crash tested at higher speeds, which means their safety in real accident scenarios is often unknown and unverified.

Why towbar mounted cargo boxes are safer 

For better safety, we recommend a cargo box mounted on your car’s towbar – like IXTAbox. This solution is mounted low and secure, reducing risks in all driving situations.

• IXTAbox has been crash tested under extreme conditions, including forces over +33G.

• It stays firmly attached even with 75 kg of gear or a bike mounted.

• Compared to roof boxes, IXTAbox significantly lowers the risk of detachment or cargo ejection in collisions, making it the safest choice.