Cargo bikes are great, but when I think of "hauling things" I think of items much larger than would ever fit there.
You're not going to haul lumber or sheet metal in a cargo bike, and that's the easy case.
You're not going to haul lumber or sheet metal in a cargo bike, and that's the easy case.
Although, yes, you do haul lumber in a electric cargo bike in some countries (e.g. China), although I wouldn't call it a very wise thing to do.
I'd rather not spend all my money on a rapidly depreciating asset that harms the environment around me, is hard to park, and runs the risk of running over children because I can't see them over the hood... but what do I know. Apparently supporting car alternatives is being "opposed to progress" in this country.
Myth that SUVs have big baggage space is a just that, a myth. Most of them have essentially less space than normal cars with similar usage pattern. Station wagons, vans and many other are better in this regards and also are safer for users and pedestrians alike.
Slightly raised car like vehicles with a full fold down back row, I can and have moved regular sheet ply in one.
You can get really popular as the one guy/girl with a pickup who people can call on to help them move that one time a year. I know someone who met his wife that way.
Not that I'm arguing it's super practical, but it's kind of neat that there are open possibilities for those who are determined and creative.