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Do you often come across terms such as spoiler, bumper, and windscreen whenever you are around car enthusiasts? These are actually the names of specific car body parts, and as car owners, you will eventually need to be able to identify them when you send your vehicles for modifications and repairs. We have compiled a list of the 7 popular car body parts that you should know, together with its descriptions and images!
Hood or Bonnet
The bonnet is the hinged cover situated at the front of the car. Upon opening the bonnet, you will have a clear overview of the engine compartment. In that same compartment, you will be able to spot the coolant reservoir, washer fluid reservoir, car battery and more. When you send your car over to the service centre, the service experts will always open up the bonnet to inspect your vehicle.
Boot or Trunk
A boot is a car’s main storage compartment, often located at the rear of the vehicle. In saloon cars such as the Toyota Vios, the boot is a separate compartment altogether, unlike hatchback cars such as the Toyota Yaris. Important items such as the toolbox and tyre replacement kit are usually located in the boot compartment, often in hidden compartments underneath.
Spoiler
A spoiler is an automotive device that is commonly found in race and sports cars. There’s a science behind it: its wide design lets it “spoil” unfavourable air movements, translating into better control overall. Today, spoilers are commonly used as an accessory to uplift the appearance of the car.
Bumper
A bumper is a structure that extends across the front and rear ends of the car. A bumper isn’t just a decorative, automotive body part; it is actually designed to absorb impact and minimise low-speed collision damage. If any damage is sustained to the structure of your car bumper, it is advisable to get it fixed sooner than later because a deformed bumper will not be able to help absorb impact when needed.
Windscreen
Among all the car body parts out there, this name will appear more than often, especially when you renew your car insurance annually. The windscreen is the big piece of the window glass at the front of the car. While windscreens are generally made with tougher glass, it is still subjected to cracks and damages, which can be costly to remedy. Therefore, your car insurance agent will always recommend for you to purchase windscreen coverage whenever you renew your car insurance.
Sunroof
A car sunroof is a panel situated on the roof of the car. The movable panel reveals a tinted window in an automobile roof that allows natural light to enter the vehicle. It can be manually operated to tilt the sunroof open, allowing air to enter the car. Going on a night-time cruise becomes a lot more enjoyable with the car sunroof open.
Sports Rims
Another popular automotive body part that you will hear a lot, especially when it comes to customisation, is the sports rim. The rim is the metal part of the wheel that holds the tyre. Usually made of steel or aluminium, the design of rims can range from basic to decorative. Decorative rims are known as sports rims, and sports rims stand out for their sleek and sporty design that uplifts the side profile of your car when on the road.
Now that you have gone through this list of popular car body parts identifying them becomes a lot easier. Remember to share it with your family and friends!
