Auto Sport Accessories
Carroll Design has been independently developing a family of sport accessories for SUVs, light trucks, other sport oriented vehicles.
The focus of the following concepts is roof rack access and adaptably.
Click the headlines below to see some of the designs we are developing.
Low Profile Fold-Down Step
This image shows a concept for a low profile fold down step that improves access to the roof rack feature.
The difficulty and strain of loading and securing objects to the roof rack is significantly reduced.
The step folds away neatly when it is not in use.
Ratchet System
This is the ratchet strap system for light and medium duty pick-up trucks.
The ratchets are built into the stylish frame. The system not only provides secure transport of heavy objects, but it also enhances the dual look of sportiness and utility that is prevalent in the trucks being produced today.
Dynamic Roof Rack
This dynamic roof rack solves the problem of access by bringing the rack down to the user.
By combining the mechanisms of a track, pivot and hydraulic shaft, we have found a simple way to bring the rack into a position that is very easy to load and secure objects.
Pivoting Steps
This concept shows a system that uses two pivoting steps to replace the standard running board, but with much more standing surface and a tuck-away profile.
The steel alloy steps are released by a kick-button mechanism, and feature coarse traction details to prevent slipping in all conditions.
Modular Cargo Carrier
The modular cargo carrier system goes beyond basic travel storage.
Not only are the cargo carriers easy to access, they also detach from the roof rack to be toted those extra few yards to wherever you want to set up base.
Now you can load the carrier indoors, and out of the elements, then load it onto the roof with minimal physical strain