How to Organize the Trunk of Your Car

When it's time for a vacation, especially for a long road trip, you have problems fitting everything you need into the trunk. When the car is not the most spacious, you may not be able to get everything inside, and you may even have to leave some luggage at home.

To avoid this problem happening again on future trips, here are some tips on how to pack your luggage to make the most of the space in your car's trunk. Of course, we can tell you in advance that there are no miracles, and you won't be able to take your entire house on your trip because even the largest trunks have their limits. But proper trunk organization increases the chances of putting all the bare essentials for sure.

As you probably already know, loading the trunk for a vacation can sometimes be a real nightmare, especially if you are traveling with children, who add a lot of extra luggage. That's why it's important that you follow these little tricks that are outlined below.

The first thing you should do when loading luggage into the trunk of your car is to start with the suitcases or the largest and heaviest objects, placing them in the center of the trunk to keep the car as balanced as possible. You can place the smallest suitcases and backpacks on the sides of the trunk, making use of all the free space. On top of the largest suitcases and objects, you can place the smallest, lightest, and most fragile bags or objects. In addition, carry as few loose objects as possible in the car since it is much easier to place a square or rectangular object than one with another type of shape.

Don't forget to include a weatherproof tool box and a first aid kit in your car. Leave some space for these must-haves as well. Having these essentials on hand can save you from unexpected troubles and make your trip much smoother.

Many drivers tend to remove the boot tray in order to fill it more, although this is not advisable, as in the event of sudden braking, the load could be thrown forward and pose a danger to the passengers in the car. For this same reason, it is also not recommended to place objects on the boot tray, and if placed, they should be well secured and not interfere with the driver's vision.

If you still have all the luggage in the trunk and it is not completely full, secure it with some straps so that it does not move and the car does not become unbalanced.

If, with these tips, you still can't fit everything in the trunk of your car, don't worry because you can increase the storage space in your car by installing some exterior storage accessories. These types of storage systems are also present for motorcycles. So, here are four options how to expand the storage space:

• Roof cargo: This is a rigid box that is placed on the top of the car with a roof rack and can have a capacity of between 100 and 165 pounds. If you only need to use it for a one-off trip, you can rent it instead of buying it.


• Car luggage rack: This is a type of rack that is attached to the rear door of the car with ropes and has a capacity of between 100 and 150 pounds.


• Rear trunk: This is a type of trunk that is placed at the rear of the car, secured with a tow ball, and can have a capacity of between 200 and 400 pounds.


• Lightweight trailer: Another good option for transporting luggage that does not fit in the trunk is the lightweight trailer, especially since you do not need any special permit to carry it, just to have a mention on your driving license. In addition, no registration is required other than a car registration. Lightweight trailers have a capacity of approximately 400 pounds.

However, if you decide to buy any of the above car accessories, you should bear in mind that they change the aerodynamics of the car. You will also have to make sure that they are well-secured. Note that you can be fined if the load exceeds the permitted weight limit, and if your car suffers an accident due to carrying this load, your insurance will not cover it.

Keeping your car trunk organized isn't complicated, but it does require a little planning and discipline. With an initial clean-up and the use of organizers, you can turn this space into a functional tool ready for any situation. Make order a habit and enjoy a practical, safe, and well-organized trunk.