Thule Evo Clamp Roof Rack Installation on a 2018 Hyundai Elantra
The 2018 Hyundai Elantra is a compact sedan that’s popular with Calgary drivers looking for efficient daily transportation while still needing extra cargo capacity for road trips and seasonal gear. With a bare roof design, the Elantra requires a clamp-style roof rack system that is vehicle-specific and properly fitted to ensure safe, secure performance.
For this installation, our Roof Racks Calgary team set up a Thule Evo Clamp roof rack system paired with WingBar Evo crossbars and finished the setup with a Thule Force 3 XL cargo box. The result is a fast, clean installation that adds significant enclosed storage without permanent modifications to the vehicle.
Clean, Secure Clamp-Style Fit on the Hyundai Elantra
The 2018 Hyundai Elantra uses a bare roof design, meaning there are no factory rails or fixed mounting points. Instead, the Thule Evo Clamp system secures to the vehicle using vehicle-specific pads and metal clips that clamp safely around the door frame.
Once positioned, the WingBar Evo crossbars are attached to the Evo Clamp foot packs and tightened evenly on both sides. This design allows the rack to sit level and secure while protecting the vehicle’s paint and weather seals when installed correctly.
What We Installed on This 2018 Hyundai Elantra
- Thule Evo Clamp Foot Pack
- Thule Evo WingBar – 135 cm (53") Black
- Thule Fit Kit for Evo/Edge Clamp 145069
- Thule Force 3 XL Cargo Box
Why This Rack Setup Works for Calgary Drivers
- Clamp-style fitment designed specifically for the Elantra’s bare roof
- WingBar Evo crossbars reduce wind noise on highway drives
- Force 3 XL cargo box adds secure, weatherproof storage
- No drilling or permanent vehicle modifications required
Quick and Efficient Installation
This Hyundai Elantra roof rack installation was completed efficiently without sacrificing attention to detail. The base rack components—including the Evo Clamp foot pack, WingBar crossbars, and fit kit—were installed in approximately 10 minutes.
Mounting the Thule Force 3 XL cargo box took an additional 10 minutes, making this an ideal setup for customers who want added cargo space with minimal downtime.
Professional Installation by Our Calgary Team
Our Calgary technicians completed this installation using the same standards applied to all roof rack systems we install:
- Confirmed correct fit kit for the 2018 Elantra
- Ensured even clamp tension on both sides of the vehicle
- Checked bar spacing and cargo box alignment
- Verified all fasteners were tightened to Thule specifications
Your Local Roof Rack Experts
At Roof Racks Calgary, we install roof rack systems on a wide range of vehicles—from compact sedans to full-size SUVs. Our team understands the nuances of clamp-style systems and ensures every installation is secure, quiet, and reliable for Alberta driving conditions.
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