Roof box with perfect aerodynamics
Basically, there are two main driving resistances that prevent us from going infinitely fast: rolling resistance (FRoll) and air resistance (FAir). These are two forces that act against the vehicle's driving force on a flat road and literally slow the car down. The mode...
Carbon Fiber Exhaust with Cropfiber
With the ASPHALTKIND roof box, we want to show what’s possible. It’s a showcase for technology and materials. Who benefits? The client—and, in our case, the planet. It was clear from the start that we were launching a benchmark product—one that breaks with all conventions. In...
Phasing Out Carbon Fiber with Cropfiber
With the ASPHALTKIND “Cropfiber” roof box, we want to demonstrate, among other things, what’s possible. Like a Formula 1 car, for example, it’s a showcase for technology and materials. The only difference is that, unlike a race car, it’s also for you...
Range-optimized roof box for Tesla, Porsche Taycan, Audi e-tron, and Mercedes EQC
Anyone who wants to travel long distances with a roof box on an electric car often faces the following problem: reduced range due to increased air resistance. The charge in an electric car, such as a Tesla, is ideally sufficient for a distance of 500–600...Range-optimized roof box for Tesla, Porsche Taycan, Audi e-tron, and Mercedes EQC
Anyone who wants to travel long distances in an electric car with a roof box often faces the following problem: reduced range due to increased air resistance. The charge in an electric car—such as a Tesla—is, in the best-case scenario, enough for a...ASPHALTKIND roof box for sports cars
…and electric cars as well as “regular” sports cars. Just those who want to experience the feeling: I may be driving with a roof box, but nothing holds me back: “I don’t want to compromise on design in any way. The roof box simply shouldn’t get in the way...”ASPHALTKIND Roof Box for Sports Cars
… as well as electric cars and “regular” sports cars. Precisely those who want to feel: “I may be driving with a roof box, but nothing is holding me back: ‘I don’t want to make any compromises when it comes to design. The roof box simply shouldn’t be an eyesore....’”
The Design Process for Our Roof Box
Roof box design is a category all its own. What defines a roof box design? If you look at current models, their designs are very similar. If they stand out, it’s because of exaggerated lines that don’t match the modern design language of the automotive industry...