How safe is a backbox?

When it comes to safety, not all storage boxes are created equal. At IXTAbox, safety is a promise backed by rigorous testing! ✅

Crash tested under extreme conditions

Our backboxes have been put through intense crash tests, including forces over 33g – the same kind of testing used for child car seats! The result? IXTAbox stays firmly attached even when loaded with 75 kg of gear or a mounted bike.

Compare that to most roof boxes, which risk detachment or ejecting cargo even in low speed collisions. With IXTAbox, you get the safest choice on the market!

Why is IXTAbox safer than a roof Box?

Lower center of gravity: Mounted low at the rear, IXTAbox keeps your car stable and balanced.

Less risk in sudden braking or collisions: Unlike roof boxes, the backbox won’t destabilize your vehicle or become a hazard in accidents.

Reduced danger to passengers and other road users: Roof boxes can detach or burst open, risking oncoming traffic. IXTAbox stays secure and contained.

The risks of roof boxes ⚠️

Roof mounted boxes increase wind resistance and negatively affect your car’s handling, especially in windy or tricky driving conditions. In crashes – even at moderate speeds around 50 km/h – roof boxes are prone to breaking open or detaching, sending gear flying dangerously on the road.

IXTAbox is mounted on a safer spot

Crash tests by the Swedish Road Technical Institute (VTI) confirm IXTAbox’s resilience to extreme g-forces. Positioned low and securely behind your car, IXTAbox reduces the risk of damage both to your gear and your vehicle during an accident.

Until proven otherwise, we claim IXTAbox is the safest rear cargo box on the planet!🌍

Safety lights make a big difference

Visibility is key for road safety, and IXTAbox delivers:

External LED lights: Integrated brake lights, indicators, and position lights connect directly to your vehicle’s tail lights, increasing your visibility to other drivers.
Internal LED lighting: LED strips around the interior let you easily see and organize your gear even in the dark. Perfect for late-night packing or early morning trips!