Does the X-Trail Need Undercoating?

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If your budget allows, undercoating can be applied. Undercoating is a rust protection treatment for the vehicle's underbody, essentially a high-tech adhesive rubberized asphalt coating. It helps prevent damage from flying stones and gravel, protects against moisture-induced corrosion of the underbody metal, prevents rusting, and enhances overall vehicle protection. The benefits of undercoating can be summarized as rust prevention, corrosion resistance, noise reduction, and impact protection. Details are as follows: 1. Impact Protection: During driving, gravel and debris kicked up from the road can hit the underbody. When traversing uneven roads or speed bumps, scraping the underbody is common. Undercoating effectively absorbs impacts, minimizing damage. 2. Rust and Corrosion Prevention: In humid climates, moisture accumulation under the vehicle can lead to rust and corrosion. Undercoating covers exposed metal, forming a protective barrier that isolates it from external elements. 3. Noise Reduction: Additionally, much of the road noise transmitted into the cabin originates from the underbody. Undercoating provides some level of sound insulation, reducing noise.