What is a wheel arch trim?
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Wheel arch trim, short for car wheel arch trim, refers to the chrome-plated bright strip along the upper edge of the tire, which is a semi-circular component protruding from the fender above the car tire. Wheel arch trims are made of either stainless steel or rubber, and they are the same for both front and rear wheels. The presence or absence of wheel arch trim design has little impact on the overall fuel consumption of the vehicle. The functions of wheel arch trim: Meeting personalized needs. Especially in today's era of severe vehicle homogenization, many people pursue differentiation in small components to highlight their individuality. Beautification. Especially for non-white cars such as black or red, installing wheel arch trim has a certain visual effect, making the car body appear lower. Preventing scratches. The areas most frequently scratched on a car are the front and the wheel hub. Scratches on wheel arch trim are generally not obvious and do not require special treatment, reducing the impact of repairs caused by paint scratches. Reducing wind resistance. Wheel arch trim conforms to aerodynamics and fluid mechanics, helping to reduce the drag coefficient. Installation recommendations for car wheel arch trim: It is advisable to install embedded wheel arch trim, preferably without nails, as this only slightly damages the paint and does not affect the car body.