What are the pros and cons of roof racks?

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JaceFitz
07/30/25 12:55am
The following introduces the pros and cons of installing roof racks: 1. Advantages: They can carry items that cannot fit in the trunk, such as large luggage, bicycles, folding beds, etc. As long as the owner secures the items properly, especially by tying them down with luggage straps on the rack, they can carry additional items. 2. Disadvantages: 4S shops may refuse responsibility for issues caused by the installation of roof racks, such as roof deformation, water leakage, and subsequent damage to electrical components or short circuits. They might also directly inform the owner that unauthorized modifications will void the warranty.
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