A car trunk is an enclosed lockable storage area in a sedan, coupe, or convertible separate from the passenger cabin. The trunk typically sits in the rear of the car in most models. In cars where the engine is in the middle or rear of the body, the trunk may be at the front. Some models, particularly newer electric vehicles, have two trunk compartments.
While owners commonly use a car trunk for transporting cargo, it can also store other add-ons. Necessities might include emergency supplies, a spare tire, an onboard tool kit, a lug wrench and jack, fuse boxes, and electronics for video and sound systems. Convertible cars usually have less usable rear trunk space as the retractable roofs, especially hardtops, are often stored there while in the down position.
