From dangling feet and condensation
The word "car camping" usually brings to mind bare feet dangling out of the car, neck pain because the night was once again somewhat uncomfortable, condensation in the car, and rearranging things in the trunk that takes as much time as redecorating a room.
But it doesn't have to be that way! Rooftop tents and trunk slide-outs are revolutionizing the camping industry. Car camping is becoming modern and comfortable – with rooftop tents and slide-outs with camping boxes.
Rooftop tents - the trend product of the camping industry
Rooftop tent brands are currently springing up like mushrooms. What originated in Italy and France in the 1930s as a practical outdoor solution has now developed into a global lifestyle.
The question is no longer "How are you camping?" but rather "Are you camping under or on the roof?"
The advantages are crystal clear. Instead of a ground tent with uneven ground, you're more mobile and independent. Whether you're out in the wilderness or on safari – and of course, protected from wild animals and snakes.
In this country, this also prevents ant trails and snail shells in the bedroom.
Roof tents are a global trend - from robust hard shells for SUVs to lightweight folding tents for small station wagons, everyone can find the right roof tent for their needs.
Starting with the "Autohome" brand in Italy, there are now numerous brands on the German market, all of which have their merits. Major manufacturers include Qeedo, Vickywood, Arcta, Roofspace, Sheepi, iKamper, and Wild Land – to name just a few.
Home always with you
Rooftop tents are especially popular with road trip fans and van life enthusiasts. Following the pursuit of freedom, a rooftop tent offers incredible flexibility and light travel, all with your everyday car. Narrow streets, maneuvering tight spaces, and secluded coastal spots are no longer a problem. Once mounted on the roof rack, the car with the tent still drives effortlessly, just with 67 kg or more on top – and the best part is: the sleeping area is set up in no time, allowing for spontaneous overnight stays in beautiful locations.
Your trunk is a space miracle
With the sleeping berth on the roof, you suddenly realize how much space there is in the car. The trunk no longer needs to be chaotically converted into storage space, but can now be used for organization. After all, you'll be cooking and eating on the trip, and all the equipment, such as clothes, toilet, cooking utensils, a cooler, and not forgetting the vital food supplies, needs to be stowed away properly. If you also have a SUP, a dog, or other hobbies on board, things can get a bit tight – depending on whether you want to use the back seat for storage or for transporting people (for example, for a family with a child).
The upgrade for every rooftop tent setup - the rear extension
And this is where the rear pull-out system for cars comes in. Rear pull-out systems originally come from military vehicles and were further developed in the off-road scene for expedition vehicles. Today, the trunk pull-out system meets everyday life. Modern pull-out systems are available for everyday vehicles such as station wagons, SUVs, and high-roof vans. In combination with a roof tent, they elevate roof tent travel to a whole new level. Conversion solutions and permanently mounted systems are no longer necessary – a sustainable, flexible, and more cost-effective alternative to van conversions has been born. Modern car camping setups consist of a roof tent and modern pull-out systems with camping boxes, such as those developed and offered specifically for passenger cars by squiq. squiq's practical solution is currently unique on the market and transforms any everyday car into a camper – without requiring any modifications to the vehicle.
Everyday life and holidays - for micro and macro adventurers
From simple pull-out systems with fixed drawers to rear kitchens with integrated cooking, washing, and dishwashing systems, these automotive solutions are slowly making their way from the off-road scene and world travelers to campers with everyday vehicles and weekend micro-adventures. The new systems are quick, flexible, and easy to use. Modular camping systems, like those offered by Squiq, also promise easy conversion from everyday to vacation mode. This allows the systems to adapt to our modern lifestyles.
Modular camping systems like the SQUIQ Traveler make converting your everyday car into a holiday vehicle easy. This way, your vehicle remains a true all-rounder: practical for everyday use, perfectly organized for holidays. Shopping, sports, or road trips – everything has its place, everything is always within easy reach.
Car camping - next generation
The SQUIQ Traveler stands out from the crowd: it combines vacation and everyday practicality in one system. Storage space, organization, modularity and ergonomics – a pull-out system that not only accompanies you on your travels, but also makes your car smarter in everyday life.
The camping industry is undergoing a noticeable transformation. More and more people are no longer interested in XXL motorhomes and rigid solutions – they want to travel flexibly, lightly, and sustainably . This is precisely where car camping with a rooftop tent comes in: uncomplicated, affordable, and truly adventurous.
Rooftop tents make you spontaneous: unfold, sleep, move on.
They fit on station wagons, SUVs , or even electric cars – combined with a modular trunk extension like the Traveler, they create a setup that has everything you need: kitchen, storage space, organization. No half measures, no overload – simply freedom that fits in the trunk.
