Atera

Overview

Atera is a German manufacturer of carrier systems including roof racks, bike racks, and roof boxes, established in 1963. It focuses on transport solutions for vehicles, emphasizing German engineering standards for safety and quality in products like aerodynamic roof bars.²

History

Atera was founded in 1963 by Eberhard Tittel as Autoteile Ravensburg in Ravensburg, Germany. The company began with roof racks and expanded to bike racks, roof boxes, and other transport solutions. It operates under the Atera brand, maintaining production of premium carrier systems.²

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Atera produces carrier systems in Germany, using materials like glass fiber reinforced plastic, steel, and rubber for products such as the Signo AS roof racks.²⁴

Notable Products

• Signo Roof Bars - Strong bars supporting up to 100kg with three-year warranty, noted for reasonable pricing but fiddly installation.
• Signo RT Roof Bars - Pre-assembled aero profile bars for roof rails, positioned as cost-effective alternative to premium competitors.
• Signo AS Aero Silver - Aero profile roof rack with 32x22mm square support tube made from glass fiber reinforced plastic and steel.

Reputation

Atera products like Signo roof bars are viewed as strong, well-made, and affordable with high load capacities up to 100kg.¹⁵ Reviews note installation can be fiddly despite tool-free claims.¹³ They are considered a cheaper alternative to brands like Thule while maintaining quality.⁵