What are the disadvantages of installing a front splitter on a car?
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Installing a front splitter can easily cause it to be knocked off or scratched when driving on rough roads. Here are the specific disadvantages of installing a front splitter: 1. Legal restrictions: Changing the body color, modifying the engine, or altering the external structure of the car requires approval from the traffic department to be legal. Depending on the situation, it may also require updating the driver's license for record-keeping. Although the latest "Motor Vehicle Inspection Work Regulations" allow and relax some car modification projects, including installing roof racks, side steps, modifying the grille, and wheels, these projects must not change the vehicle's length and width. Therefore, modifying the front splitter is still illegal. 2. Impact damage: Although adding a front splitter can make the car look more stylish, it is prone to scraping when going over speed bumps or entering underground garages.
After installing the front lip, the biggest issue I encountered was frequent scraping. Speed bumps and potholes in the city became a nightmare. Once, on a parking lot ramp at a mall, the front lip cracked from scraping, costing nearly a thousand yuan to repair. The reduced ground clearance also significantly worsened drivability – rural roads or waterlogged downhill sections during rain often got me stuck, requiring extra cautious driving. Fuel consumption might increase too, as the front lip alters airflow and reduces efficiency. Legal modifications are a minefield; some cities enforce strict checks, and I know someone who got fined for this. Overall, it's highly impractical for daily commuters. While it looks good, the functionality takes a major hit, making it hardly worth the trouble. If you really want one, opt for detachable or height-adjustable designs.
