Thule Outway Platform 2 Bike Rack

The Thule Outway Platform 2 Bike Rack is a trunk-mounted carrier designed around one practical problem: most trunk racks block your lights and license plate. The Outway is built to stay clear of both — making it a legitimate option for driving after dark and avoiding the attention that comes with an obscured plate. No assembly is required out of the box, and the rack can stay on the car while you open the trunk, provided no bikes are loaded.

It fits a wide range of vehicles including those with spoilers, and the adjustable, removable bike arms accommodate bikes with wheelbases up to 50 inches. A twin hook attachment and rubber padding protect your car's finish, while Thule's AcuTight torque-limiting knobs let you secure each bike without over-tightening — a small detail that matters when you're loading up in a parking lot and not thinking about newton-metres.

Thule Outway Platform 2 Bike Rack Specs at a Glance

• Fits: Wide range of vehicles including spoiler-equipped cars
• Bike capacity: 2 bikes
• Max wheelbase: 50 inches
• Trunk access: Yes — when no bikes are mounted
• Torque-limiting knobs: AcuTight system for secure, damage-free mounting