Award‑Winning Innovation: FLATED in the Spotlight

At FLATED, we set out to solve real problems for people who live out of their vehicles — hauling gear, chasing snow, road‑tripping, camping, and doing it all with less hassle. What we didn’t set out to do was chase awards.

But when independent experts, editors, and industry leaders take notice, we think that’s worth celebrating.

Over the years, FLATED has been recognized by some of the most respected names in the automotive and outdoor industries — not just for innovation, but for products that actually work in the real world. Here’s a look at the awards and media recognition that help tell our story.

SEMA New Product Awards & Industry Recognition

The SEMA Show is one of the most competitive stages in the automotive aftermarket, and earning recognition there is no small feat. FLATED products have been recognized multiple times by SEMA judges and media — a testament to the originality and practicality of inflatable vehicle gear.

FLATED has earned repeated recognition at the SEMA New Product Awards, standing out among thousands of product launches for innovation, design, and real‑world usefulness.

SEMA Media’s Choice Award (MotorTrend)

Our AirTopper® earned a SEMA Media’s Choice Award presented by MotorTrend, highlighting products that impressed automotive journalists on the show floor.

SEMA Global Media Awards (GMA)

FLATED was also honored with multiple SEMA Global Media Awards, selected by an international panel of automotive journalists who recognize products with global appeal and forward‑thinking design.

These honors reinforce what we believe: inflatable technology has a real place in the future of vehicle accessories.

Car and Driver: Editorial Validation

It’s one thing to win industry awards — it’s another to earn praise from editors who test gear side‑by‑side and call it like they see it.

Car and Driver included the FLATED Air‑Carrier in its roundup of the Best Rooftop Cargo Carriers, highlighting its standout portability, lightweight design, and ability to store compactly when not in use.

👉 Read the full article here:
https://www.caranddriver.com/car-accessories/g68058478/best-rooftop-cargo-carriers-tested/

Being included in a Car and Driver test alongside traditional hard‑shell carriers is meaningful recognition of how FLATED is redefining what rooftop cargo can look like.

Outside Online: Game‑Changing Gear

FLATED has also been recognized in the outdoor world, where versatility and packability matter just as much as durability.

Outside Online featured FLATED in its article “Game‑Changing Gear for Sleeping in Your Car”, highlighting how inflatable platforms like the Air‑Deck® make vehicle‑based adventures more comfortable without permanent modifications.

👉 Check out the article here:
https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-gear/cars-trucks/game-changing-gear-for-sleeping-in-your-car/

For us, this recognition hits home — because sleeping well after a long day outside is exactly why we built these products.

Recognized for Rethinking the Status Quo

From SEMA judges to automotive editors to outdoor media, the common thread in all of this recognition is simple: FLATED products do things differently — and they do them well.

We’re proud that our inflatable systems:

• Challenge traditional hard‑shell thinking

• Reduce weight and storage headaches

• Fit more vehicles and lifestyles

• Make adventure more accessible

And we’re even more proud to see those ideas validated by independent experts we respect. We know we are the best, but it is validating getting the accolades from industry professionals, and in general amazing reviews across the board from our customers who joined the FLATED family. 

Thanks for Being Part of the Journey

Whether you’re hauling skis, sleeping in the back of your truck, or packing for the next long road trip — thank you for being part of what makes FLATED possible.

We can’t wait to see where the road (and air) takes us next.

— The FLATED Team