What is the black strip under the front of the car called?
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The black plastic under the front of the car is called a skid plate. More information about engine skid plates is as follows: 1. Material: The development of engine skid plates in China has mainly gone through three stages: hard plastic, resin, iron, and aluminum alloy. Different types of skid plates have fundamentally different characteristics. However, one crucial point that must be strictly ensured is whether the engine can sink normally after installing the skid plate—this is the most critical issue. 2. Function: It keeps the engine compartment clean, preventing road water and dust from entering the engine compartment. It also protects the engine from being struck by sand, stones, and hard objects kicked up by tires during driving, and prevents uneven road surfaces and hard objects from scraping or hitting the engine.
You mean that black thing under the front of the car? That's called a bumper. My old Honda has relied on it to prevent several minor scrapes. The thing is usually made of plastic, with black being the most dirt-resistant and cost-effective. Besides protecting the car, it can also hold fog lights and radar sensors. Last week when I reversed and scraped against a bollard, it just got a little scratched. The mechanic said that's the advantage of plastic parts—minor damage doesn't need immediate fixing. But if it cracks, it must be replaced, otherwise water leakage and rust could cause bigger problems. When washing the car, make sure to rinse this area thoroughly, and in winter, remember to clear any trapped ice to prevent deformation.
