The point of an SUV tent is to efficiently combine the space in the back of a vehicle with the space and conveniences of a tent. SUVs and other vehicles compatible with SUV tents typically have one or multiple backseats that fold down into a flat surface. This flat surface provides an ideal spot for sleeping that keeps you off the ground. You can also use the space in your SUV to store gear. Attaching a tent to the back of an SUV essentially extends the sheltered space provided by your vehicle. This means an SUV tent will provide additional room for sleeping and store gear protected from the elements and hidden from the public. Also, because an SUV tent connects directly to a vehicle with little to no gaps between the two, it allows you to keep the back of your vehicle open without letting bugs in or compromising your privacy. This means you’ll be able to increase ventilation within your vehicle significantly. SUV tents also act as an extended awning, shading the back of your vehicle from sun and rain.