Cycling has never been more popular, as a method of commuting to work or getting fit. But not even the most seasoned cyclists can really say they enjoy choking on traffic fumes and dodging cars and lorries in the inner city. So if you really want to catch the bicycle bug, get yourself a car cycle carrier and take a drive to the country – there are few better ways to enjoy the great British outdoors than on a bicycle.

Car cycle racks don't need to be expensive and are generally easy to fit. That means you can pop them on and off as required and store them safely in the garage when you're not biking.

There are many options available for car bike racks. You can get tow bar mounted varieties, carriers that attach on to car roof racks, and versions that fit on to the rear of your vehicle.

What type of bike rack you need will depend on your make of vehicle and how many bicycles you want to transport. You should also consider, if you are going on a longer journey, whether you might have a car roof box fitted to transport your luggage – this will mean you need rear mounted or tow bar roof racks.

You should also consider the make of your vehicle. Cycle carriers for Audi cars may be different to those for a Ford.

By visiting FasterOnline and using the FasterFinder service, you can easily discover all the options for rear and roof mounted cycle carriers that will fit your vehicle – in a matter of clicks.

All you need to do is choose your make, model and year of car in the FasterFinder box that you will find on the left of the site.

You can select rear or roof mounted cycle carriers as per your preference. If none are available for your car you will be directed to other options that will suit your vehicle.

And if you need a roof mounted cycle carrier, you will also be shown what roof bar fitting system you need – meaning you can get everything in one easy package.

To see the full range of Thule cycle carriers, Mont Blanc cycle carriers and other options available, visit FasterOnline.