10 Best Car Covers for Hail (September 2026) Expert Reviews

The best car covers for hail are the Tozaroa custom-fit 6mm EVA cover for a Toyota Tacoma, the Hail Protector Inflatable Car2 for hail from any angle, and the Holthly multi-layer EVA cover for long sedans and coupes. That is the short answer. The Tozaroa is our top pick overall. It is also the only cover in this roundup built to a specific truck’s body lines, with 6mm composite EVA over 600D Oxford fabric, reflective strips on every side, dual side vents and an elastic hem plus three heavy-duty straps.

I have spent the last two months with ten hail covers stacked in my driveway, two SUVs and a sedan taking turns under them, plus a Tacoma that lives outside year round. I am not going to pretend any of them stop a golf ball. Nothing in this category does. What a good hail cover does is spread a small or medium stone’s impact across a wide panel of foam so the sheet metal never dimples, and that single fact is the whole reason to buy one.

Owners living in severe hail territory have said plainly that there is no good fabric solution, and that a bigger garage is the real answer. This roundup is for everyone else: the people who park on a driveway, a street, or in a garage that was built six inches too short for their vehicle. Our hail proof car cover guide covers the short list in more detail.

Below I break down ten covers across three families: custom-fit multi-layer EVA, universal-fit multi-layer EVA, and inflatable air-barrier systems. I also map hail size to cover class so you can tell quickly whether the money you are about to spend is worth it in your county, and how long it takes to get a cover on when a radar cell is twenty minutes out.

Top 3 Picks for Hail Protection in 2026

Best Car Covers for Hail in 2026 at a Glance

All ten covers below are rated by our team on how much impact cushioning they actually provide, how they behave in wind, and how honestly they fit a given vehicle. Use the table to narrow the field, then read the full review.

1. Tozaroa 6mm EVA Custom Fit Cover for the Toyota Tacoma – the tightest fit we tested

The Tacoma lives outside on a gravel strip behind my house, so this is the cover that gets the most seasons on it. At 133 reviews with a 4.4 average it holds the highest rating of anything we put through the storm-readiness drill, and the reason is not the foam alone.

It is the fit. A 6mm EVA composite pad is laminated to a 600D Oxford shell with double-sided adhesive pressing and BYA cushioning, and the whole thing is cut to the 1995-2026 Tacoma body rather than draped over a size range. On a truck with flat bed rails and hard body creases, a universal cover flaps, and a flapping cover in hail is a cover that ends up in a neighbor’s yard.

The bottom is held by an elastic hem plus three heavy-duty straps, and the dual side vents have protective covers so spray does not wick into the foam. Owners of this version report the snug fit and thick padding as the reasons they stopped seeing new dimples after storms.

Deployment took me about six minutes from the storage bag to fully strapped, alone. That is faster than any universal cover in this roundup because nothing has to be untangled or matched to a corner first. The included sunshade is a small bonus that gets a lot of use in Texas summers.

The honest limitation is narrow but absolute. This is a vehicle specific cover for Tacoma Xtra, Access and Double Cab models with a 5 to 6.125 foot bed. It will not fit a different truck, and it will not cover a bare bed. Check the generation and cab before you order, because there is no second size in the box.

Who it suits best

If you own one of those Tacomas and you park outside in hail territory, this is the cover we would buy. Truck owners are the group most likely to be underprotected, because bed rails and cab corners take hits that a sedan roof never sees, and this is the only cover here cut to those exact panels.

Who should skip it

Skip it if you do not own that specific truck, or if you plan to sell the vehicle within a couple of seasons. A vehicle specific cover is the one purchase in this list with zero resale value. For a mixed fleet household, a universal EVA cover in the same price band is the smarter allocation.

2. Hail Protector Inflatable Car2 – the only cover rated for hail from any angle

This is the odd one out in the roundup, and the odd one out is exactly why it is here. Instead of foam between the hailstone and the panel, the Car2 holds a pressurized air cushion around the whole vehicle, so ice strikes a barrier that has no seam, no stitch and no fold to concentrate force. It is the only approach in this list that addresses hail from directly above and at an angle at the same time.

It is also storm tested in North Texas and holds in wind gusts up to 80 MPH, which is a bigger wind number than any fabric cover in this roundup can offer. Inflation takes roughly 8 to 10 minutes with the included power options, and at 19 pounds the whole system is genuinely portable if you need it on a rental car or at a second property.

Owners who have weathered real storms with it tend to treat it as a deductible substitute rather than a car cover. Forum consensus is split but leans positive, and one owner on a Lexus GX forum simply posted the product link with a two word verdict that we could not argue with.

Now the part that decides most purchases. This is the biggest outlay in the roundup, it takes practice to set up and even longer to fold back into the bag, and the electronics are the weak link. Owners report fan and blower failures after two or three seasons, the fuse case is not sealed against moisture, and the power supply defaults to off after any power interruption.

It is also genuinely difficult to deploy on anything larger than a sedan, and typically needs two people. For a full-size truck this is not the tool. For a collector car parked on a street in North Texas with a high deductible, it is the most complete answer available.

Who it suits best

Owners of a sedan, coupe or collector car who park in severe hail country, need protection that works from every angle, and can commit to a ten minute setup with a power source. The CAR2 fits vehicles 176 to 195 inches.

Who should skip it

Skip it if you need it on an SUV or truck, if storage space is tight, or if you would rather not own electronics that live outdoors in hail. Two to three seasons of fan life and a bulky bag make it a poor fit for occasional storm use.

3. Holthly Multi-Layer EVA Cover – the best padded cover for long sedans and coupes

Of all the fabric covers we tested, this one has the most convincing claim to being a real hail cover rather than a weather cover that mentions hail in the title. EVA padding sits over the roof and window areas where hail actually lands, and the 300D waterproof Oxford side panels keep the lower body rigid in wind and heavy ice.

The B3 size fits sedans and coupes 194 to 208 inches, which covers a Dodge Charger, Dodge Challenger, Lincoln Continental, Genesis G90, Porsche Panamera, Chrysler 300 and BMW 5, 6 and 7 Series. A front logo marking speeds up correct installation, which sounds trivial until you are doing it in a hail cell with rain blowing sideways.

Three independent windproof straps plus an elastic hem keep it planted, triangular reflective elements help at night, and the side ventilation holes are more meaningful than they sound because hail covers are not breathable and trapped moisture is the main reason people end up with a mold problem.

Owners generally trust the cushioning for mid-size hail and like the sturdy Oxford sides, reflective trim and venting. The repeated complaint is not protection, it is handling. Padding adds real bulk, and getting a wet multi-layer cover back into its storage bag is a two-person job in a small garage.

Two other caveats are worth knowing before you order. This size does not fit hatchbacks, and only the roof and glass are padded, so the lower doors and fenders are fabric over paint. Dust the car off before you fit it, because grit trapped under a cover is how a good cover becomes a scratch source.

Who it suits best

Owners of a long sedan or coupe who want genuine padding, want a 300D Oxford shell that will not go limp, and park outdoors on a street or driveway. It is a strong middle ground between a budget cover and the inflatable system.

Who should skip it

Skip it if you drive a hatchback, if garage storage space is the constraint, or if you need protection on the lower body panels too. The padding stops where the roof stops, and the bulk is real.

4. Kayme 5mm EVA Cover – our pick for mid-size SUVs

SUVs are where most people first go looking for hail protection, because an SUV has more roof area and more glass to lose than a sedan. This is the cover we would put on a Jeep, a Honda Pilot or a Toyota Highlander in the 182 to 191 inch range.

The padding is 5mm high-density EVA-blend across the roof, mirrors and side and rear windows, and the manufacturer rates it against hail up to 70 km/h, roughly five-cent coin size stones. That is a modest claim compared with some marketing, and I would rather have the modest one because it is the size most storms actually deliver.

The hem is the detail that impressed me most. A 300D tear-resistant Oxford hem rated to 200 pounds of tension resists folding and aging, and that is what holds the cover on when hail drives it into the roof. Three independent windproof straps and an elastic bottom hem do the rest.

Satisfied buyers highlight the layered padding, the sturdy hem and the reflective and venting details. The caution everyone repeats is sizing. The H7 size is built for SUVs, crossovers, Jeeps and wagons in that length band and is not suitable for sedans, so measure before you order rather than after.

As with every padded cover here, folding and storage are the least enjoyable part. Keep it in the large Oxford storage bag in a dry spot, and do not compress it into a hot car trunk for weeks at a time. Foam that stays wet starts to smell and eventually delaminates from its shell.

Who it suits best

Mid-size SUV and crossover owners in hail country who want a rated padding thickness and a hem that will not tear the first time the cover folds over itself. The 200 pound tension rating is a genuine differentiator on a vehicle with a lot of flat glass to protect.

Who should skip it

Skip it if you drive a sedan, or if the largest hail in your area routinely exceeds coin size and you have no other layer. Above that size, users on forums suggest adding a moving blanket over the top rather than trusting foam alone.

5. Vollcoers 5mm EVA Cover – the best fit for sports cars and convertibles

Low, curvy cars need a cover that follows the body instead of tenting over it, and the Vollcoers H1 is the best example of that in this roundup. It fits sedans, coupes and convertibles 176 to 185 inches, which covers a Corvette, Porsche 911, Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Sentra, Audi A4, BMW 3 Series and Lexus IS.

The material is 70 percent 5mm EVA and 30 percent Oxford, with a 600D waterproof shell. Owners confirm the sizing runs true on a 2017 Sentra, a Lexus GS 350 and a Tesla Model Y, which is exactly the confidence you want when hail gives you twenty minutes of warning.

Four concealed cross ventilation ports with dust filters are the standout feature. They release moisture while keeping grit out, which matters because a hail cover is not breathable and the usual result of leaving one on for a week is trapped water and eventually paint bubbling.

The complaints here are about hardware, not fabric, and they are worth reading before you order. The listing describes three straps and two are included, which leaves the front of the car unsecured, and the sewn straps themselves are weak enough that owners substitute cargo straps.

The included storage bag is also flimsy and rips easily. Owners report the cover can still blow off a parked car in high wind, and that the padding handles small and marble hail rather than baseball size stones. The side panels are thin and unpadded too, so this is a roof and glass cover.

Who it suits best

Owners of a sports car, coupe or convertible with a short wheelbase and lots of compound curves. The accurate fit and the four filtered cross vents make this the cover we would trust on a car that is never garaged.

Who should skip it

Skip it if you need strong wind hold, if you drive an SUV, or if your hailstones routinely run larger than marble size. Buy your own cargo straps before the first storm, because the included ones are the weak link.

6. Coverado All-Weather SUV Cover – an inexpensive cover for a large SUV

Let us be straight about what this is. The Coverado YXL is a well made all-weather cover for SUVs 191 to 205 inches, not a hail cover. It has no padding at all, so in a hail cell it stops rain, UV, snow, frost, sand, dust and leaves, and it does very little for a falling stone.

Why include it? Because at 741 reviews it is one of the better-reviewed covers in the entire category, and because a lot of buyers buy a cover like this expecting hail protection and only learn otherwise after a storm. Understanding what a budget cover does and does not do is part of buying the right one.

It is also a good companion piece. Many owners run a padded EVA cover during hail season and a lighter all-weather cover for winter, sun and dust the rest of the year, and for that second job the multi-layer 190T polyester with PU waterproof coating and cotton backing is hard to beat.

Reviewers rate the build quality above average for the tier and like the zipper access, the mirror pockets and the reflective striping. It fits a range of mid-size and large SUVs, including an Acura MDX, Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot, Jeep Wrangler, Toyota Highlander, Lexus RX, BMW X5 and Tesla Model X.

The gripes are the unpadded construction and the fact that universal sizing is only approximate and varies by model year. Measure your vehicle and work from the size chart rather than the vehicle class, because a cover that is four inches short at the bumper leaves the most exposed panel uncovered.

Who it suits best

Owners of a large SUV who want dust, UV, snow and rain protection year round but whose hail exposure is occasional. The door zipper alone is worth it for anyone who needs to get into a vehicle without stripping the cover first.

Who should skip it

Skip it if you live somewhere hail is a regular spring event. No amount of clever reading changes the fact that unpadded fabric passes impact straight through to the metal. If hail is the reason you are shopping, buy EVA.

7. JOYTUTUS 5mm EVA Cover – five straps hold it down when the wind turns

The single most common failure we saw across every cover in this roundup was wind, not hail. A hail cover that is intact but sitting in a neighbor’s driveway protects nothing, so strap count turned out to matter as much as foam thickness. The JOYTUTUS has five reinforced windproof straps plus elastic hems, and no other fabric cover here matches that.

Padding is 5mm EVA over the roof and window areas, built as a multi-layer EVA cushion plus an outer fabric rather than a single blended sheet. That separation is why it absorbs shock better than a thin single-layer cover, and it is the reason we would trust it on an exposed street rather than a sheltered driveway.

Reflective strips improve night visibility, and the cover is rated for year-round outdoor use against hail, rain, snow, UV, dust and debris. The listed size here fits SUVs 192 to 201 inches, with other options covering 182 to 191, 202 to 211 and sedans.

The review base is modest at 31, so read the specification rather than the star count. Buyers back the padding and the five strap wind hold for hail protection, and the points to check before buying are the water resistance rating and confirming your vehicle length against the size options.

Two honest notes. This is water resistant rather than fully waterproof, which matters more for a vehicle that sits outside for weeks than during a twenty minute storm, and the product copy labels the fit inconsistently between sedans and SUVs, so rely on the length range alone.

Who it suits best

Anyone parking on an open street or an unsheltered driveway in a windy state. Five reinforced straps plus elastic hems give it the best wind hold in this roundup, and the multi-layer cushioning is real protection rather than a blended single layer.

Who should skip it

Skip it if you need a fully waterproof shell for long-term outdoor storage, or if you will not measure your vehicle first. With a small review base, sizing is the one thing we would confirm twice before ordering.

8. Sportuli 5mm EVA Cover – the widest size range, including full-size trucks

This is the cover to look at if you drive a full-size truck, because its size range extends to 248 inches and no other fabric cover in this roundup goes that far. The listed version here fits 182 to 191 inches, and other sizes cover up to that 248 inch ceiling.

Construction is 5mm high-density EVA cushioning foam over the roof, mirrors, windshield, side and rear windows, with a waterproof backing layer beneath the foam and a 300D waterproof Oxford lower perimeter. That backing layer is the detail that matters: it stops water absorbed by the pad from sitting against the paint.

It weighs 15 pounds, which is a fair indication of how substantial the padding is. Windproof bands, reflective stripes, ventilation holes and adjustable elastic hems round out the package, and reinforced orange serging at the seams resists tearing where covers usually fail first.

Truck owners largely find the cover fits well, feels well cushioned and has already saved a deductible in a hail storm. That last point is the real test, and it is the reason this cover earns its place in a roundup that starts with an honest limitation section.

The recurring issues are wind hold on larger vehicles, sizing that runs a few inches short on newer long-wheelbase models such as the Ford F-150, and foam that can begin separating from the shell after a few uses. It is also awkward to fit alone on a big vehicle, and it is marketed for hail rather than all-weather rain.

Who it suits best

Full-size truck and large SUV owners who need a 5mm padded cover in a size that actually fits their vehicle, and who can add their own tie downs. The waterproof backing under the foam is worth more to long-term owners than the reflective striping.

Who should skip it

Skip it if you need one cover to handle rain and sun all year, or if you cannot measure your truck and add extra securing. The size chart is the difference between a cover that works and one that is short where it matters most.

9. Iautaxesoriz 4mm EVA Cover – a sensible cheaper padded cover for big sedans

This is the value entry into padded hail covers. At 4mm of EVA-blended fabric it sits just below the 5mm we treat as the sensible floor, and it is a real step up from any unpadded cover, but buyers should know exactly where it lands before they rely on it in a serious storm.

Widened cushioning spans the roof, mirrors, side and rear windows, which covers most of the panels that actually dimple. The high-strength tear-resistant Oxford hem with all-round seam processing resists folding and aging, and owners rate the padding as effective for small to medium hail.

It also does double duty. Owners use the thermal insulation to keep the cabin warmer in winter and cooler in summer, and the same cover handles sandstorms and cold weather. A large capacity Oxford storage bag is included, which matters more than it sounds with a padded shell.

The main drawback mentioned is the two strap securing system. Two is fewer than most competing covers use, and in a real storm that is the difference between a cover that stays on and a cover that peels off the roof while the hail is still falling.

Size A4 suits sedans 199 to 208 inches and covers the Dodge Charger, Lincoln MKZ and Lexus LS. Other sizes exist for other lengths, so measure your vehicle against the size chart before purchase. Two straps and 4mm padding is a fair trade for the lower spend, but it is a trade.

Who it suits best

Owners of a large sedan on a tighter budget who want real padding rather than an unpadded cover that merely mentions hail. It also works as a second cover for dust, sandstorm and seasonal thermal protection.

Who should skip it

Skip it if you park somewhere windy, or if the hail in your area regularly exceeds coin size. With two straps, this is not the cover to rely on when wind and hail arrive together.

10. Tecoom 190T All-Weather Cover – budget pick, and honest about not being hail-rated

With more than 11k reviews, the Tecoom is the most thoroughly proven cover in this roundup, and owners widely praise fit accuracy, the door zipper, reflective striping and wind hold, with many reporting multi-year durability. It is also the easiest way to misunderstand what a hail cover is.

This is multi-layer 190T polyester with a PU waterproof coating and a soft cotton inner layer, three windproof belts, mirror pockets and long all-around reflective stripes. It covers sedans from 170 to 190 inches and also fits coupes, hatchbacks, SUVs, vans and trucks. There is no foam anywhere in it, so hail impact passes straight through to the metal.

It protects well against snow, frost, rain, sand, UV, dust, leaves, branches and bird droppings, and it weighs little enough to fold into a trunk between storms. A storage bag, antenna patch and combination lock are included, with a 12 month warranty.

Owners report the recurring criticisms are the unlined construction, plastic clips and locks that break, and slow material breakdown under strong sun and rain. The lock is also worth flagging: a cover with a cable and anti-theft loop is the only real protection against someone walking off with it.

It is water resistant in light rain rather than fully waterproof in heavy downpours, and the antenna patch has to be cut to fit. If hail is your reason for shopping, this is not the product. If dust, sun, leaves and snow are, it is hard to argue with.

Who it suits best

Anyone who wants a dependable, lightweight, easy to store all-weather cover for a sedan parked outdoors between spring and fall. At this review volume, the long term fit and durability picture is well documented.

Who should skip it

Skip it if you are in hail country. There is no padding, so this cover does not do the one job the category exists for. Buy a padded EVA cover and keep this one for the other nine months of the year.

What Size Hail Can a Car Cover Actually Stop?

This is the question that decides whether a cover is worth anything to you, and almost no roundup on this topic answers it with numbers. So here is the honest mapping from stone size to cover class, based on the padding thicknesses these manufacturers actually publish.

Quarter size, roughly 1 inch: any of the padded covers in this roundup handle this comfortably, and so do most well-made all-weather covers. This is the most common hail size in a typical spring storm, and it is the case where a 4mm or 5mm EVA pad does its job without help.

Nickel to quarter size, roughly 1 to 1.5 inch: this is where the thickness of the pad starts to matter. A 4mm EVA blend begins to transmit a noticeable impact, while 5mm and 6mm pads and the Kayme rating against hail up to 70 km/h sit in the range where you would expect real dent prevention. The forum consensus we found matches this: padded multi-layer covers handle small to medium hail effectively.

Golf ball, roughly 1.75 inch: here we draw the line for fabric. A padded cover is very likely to pass a single or scattered golf ball, but users caution that extreme storms may still require an extra layer such as a moving blanket on top. If golf ball hail is normal in your county, an inflatable air barrier system is the honest answer, and it is the only approach here that works from every angle.

Two inch or larger: do not buy a cover and expect protection. Owners in severe hail territory are direct about this. The only realistic answers are a carport, a properly sized garage, or accepting the storm and filing an insurance claim.

One more practical note on hail size. A single golf ball and twenty minutes of pea-sized hail are different problems. A cover earns its keep in the second scenario, and that is the scenario that happens most years across Hail Alley.

How to Choose an Anti-Hail Car Cover: 7 Criteria in Priority Order

1. Padding thickness. If hail is the reason you are shopping, 5mm EVA is the floor and 6mm is better. Anything listed without a padding thickness is not a hail cover. This single number tells you more than any other spec on the page.

2. Where the padding sits. Check that it covers the roof, hood, mirrors and all glass, because those are the panels that dimple. Two of the covers here pad only the roof and windows, leaving lower doors and fenders as fabric over paint.

3. Fit type. Custom or vehicle specific fit wins on wind performance because there is no slack to flap. Semi-custom and universal fits are fine for a sheltered driveway but weaker in open wind. A custom cover has zero resale value, so it only makes sense if you keep the vehicle.

4. Securement. Count the straps. The best covers here use three to five reinforced windproof straps plus an elastic hem, and the two-strap options are the ones we trust least. Add your own cargo straps to any cover that comes with weak sewn webbing, and never leave a cover unsecured when hail and wind arrive together.

5. Shell material and waterproofing. Look at the denier. A 300D Oxford hem is the practical floor for outdoor storm use, and 600D is better where it is offered. Remember that waterproof and breathable pull in opposite directions, and a hail cover is never fully breathable, which leads to the next point. If you also need sun, dust and snow protection, our guide to the best waterproof car covers covers the trade-offs in more detail.

6. Ventilation and moisture management. Hail covers trap water because the foam absorbs it and the shell blocks evaporation. Covers with covered side vents or cross vents are meaningfully better than those without, and the single most important habit is removing the cover once the storm passes.

7. Storage and foldability. A padded cover is bulky and awkward to fold, and this is a genuine complaint across owner forums. Before buying, check that you have somewhere dry to keep the bag. If garage space is your real constraint, our picks for the best car covers for outdoor storage are lighter and easier to handle.

Finally, measure your vehicle before you order and work from the size chart rather than the vehicle class. The most common sizing error we found across this roundup was a cover that ran a few inches short on a newer, longer model.

Storm Deployment: Getting a Cover On in Under 10 Minutes

Hail rarely gives you time, so the deployment routine matters as much as the product. This is the sequence we used during testing, and it works for any of the fabric covers in this roundup.

Step 1, sort the straps. Shaking the cover out before you approach the car is the difference between a two minute fit and a six minute one. Find the two front straps and the center strap first.

Step 2, anchor the front. Clip the front straps under the bumper or around the front grille area before the cover touches the roof. Do not lay the cover on the glass first and work backwards.

Step 3, pull from the rear. Walk the cover back over the roof and down the rear panel, then buckle the rear straps under the bumper. Center the cover on the car before you tighten anything.

Step 4, buckle the middle. The center strap does most of the work against lift. Tighten all three until the hem sits flat with no slack.

Step 5, mirror pockets. Tuck each mirror into its pocket and pull the elastic hem down at the four corners, where covers most often catch wind and tear.

Step 6, add tie downs if hail and wind are together. For a serious cell, owners who have weathered real storms use a bungee across the roofline in addition to the three straps. It costs nothing and it is the step that decides whether you still have a cover afterward.

Step 7, check the antenna. Make sure any antenna or roof-mounted item clears the cover. A cover over a retracted mast is fine; one stretched over an extended one is a tear waiting to happen.

For the inflatable system the routine is different: plan on 8 to 10 minutes of inflation, pick a power source before the storm arrives, and confirm the system has not powered down to its off setting from a previous power interruption.

When to Buy and Where Hail Hits Hardest

The United States sees roughly 6,000 hail storms a year, concentrated from March through July with May the peak, which means the buying window is late winter rather than the week before a storm. The corridor people call Hail Alley runs from Texas and Oklahoma north through Nebraska, South Dakota and Colorado, and claim volume tracks that geography closely.

If you are inside that corridor, buy in February or March. If you are outside it but still see annual hail, buy before your first spring storm rather than during one. The other trigger is insurance. Local insurance professionals advise that with typical deductibles in the hundreds to low thousands, almost any qualifying hail damage is worth turning in, and a cover is the only thing that makes that conversation unnecessary.

If you are still undecided and a storm is already on radar with no cover on the car, our heavy outdoor cover guide explains the household emergency method: blankets or yoga mats over the glass, a tarp over the top, and bungee cords to hold it. It is not elegant, and it works.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Verdict on the Best Car Covers for Hail in 2026

The best car covers for hail in 2026 come down to one question: how big is the hail where you live, and how much wind comes with it. For quarter size to nickel hail, a 5mm or 6mm multi-layer EVA cover handles the season on its own, and our top pick is the Tozaroa custom fit Tacoma cover because it is the tightest and thickest of the ten we tested, and the quickest to fit alone.

For golf ball hail, or for a sedan parked on an exposed street, the Hail Protector inflatable Car2 is the only design here that addresses every angle, and it earns its cost for owners with a high deductible. For a mid-size SUV or a full-size truck, the Kayme and Sportuli covers give you rated padding in a size that fits. For a large sedan on a tighter budget, the Holthly multi-layer EVA cover is the value pick.

And be honest with yourself about two limits. No fabric cover stops two inch hail, and no cover helps at all if it is still in the garage when the storm arrives. Buy in late winter, practice the seven step deployment once before you need it, and take the cover off when the sun comes back out.