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Which Cars Fit a Roof Tent? Complete Compatibility Guide

Which Cars Fit a Roof Tent? Complete Compatibility Guide

Robin.Jul 16, 2026
Almost any car with properly rated roof bars can carry a roof tent — from a Fiat Panda to a 4x4. Here's how compatibility really works, car type by car type, and how to check yours.
Why choose TentBox? An honest look at where it sits in the roof tent market

Why choose TentBox? An honest look at where it sits in the roof tent market

Robin.Jul 15, 2026
There are cheaper roof tents and more expensive ones — TentBox sits in the sweet spot: a 5-year warranty (the longest of any major roof tent brand), a full accessory ecosystem, and the UK's biggest owner community, from £995.
Are roof tents worth it? The real costs of a TentBox vs a campervan or AirBnB

Are roof tents worth it? The real costs of a TentBox vs a campervan or AirBnB

Robin.Jul 09, 2026
For anyone camping more than a handful of nights a year, yes: a full roof tent setup costs £1,300–£3,000, versus £27,000+ for a used campervan, and typically pays for itself against holiday lets within a couple of seasons. Here are the real numbers.
Best roof-tent-friendly overnight stays in Cornwall (legal alternatives to wild camping)

Best roof-tent-friendly overnight stays in Cornwall (legal alternatives to wild camping)

Robin.Jul 08, 2026
Wild camping without permission isn't legal in Cornwall, but five booking platforms and a network of small sites get you remarkably close — legally, from around £10–£45 a night. Here's where roof tent campers can actually stay.