![]() ![]() If you mount a trunk rack on a rear hatch or trunk lid, you may be able to lift the hatch or lid once the bikes are unloaded. Roof racks don’t block a vehicle’s rear hatch or trunk, but they can cut highway fuel efficiency. Do you need to access the rear of your vehicle while carrying bikes? Most hitch racks tilt down or swing to the side to let you open your rear hatch or trunk (though with most hanging-style hitch racks, you have to remove the bikes first).We don’t recommend carrying four bikes on a trunk rack because it puts too much stress on the attachment points with your car. ![]() If you want to carry more, you’ll need to use a hitch rack or a combination of trunk and roof racks. How many bikes do you want to carry? If you’re carrying one to three bikes, any style of rack will do.If you have a small car, check with a professional installer to make sure that adding any hitch mount is advisable. Many smaller cars can’t accommodate a 2-inch receiver. The size of the hitch receiver tube also affects your choice: Most racks fit a 2-inch receiver fewer racks have 1.25-inch versions. Does (or can) your vehicle have a trailer hitch? If you have a hitch, we recommend a hitch rack if not (and if installing one isn’t possible), you’ll have to consider another style. ![]()
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