What is the curved panel above the wheel called?

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The curved panel above the wheel is called a fender. Fender: The fender is a body outer panel that covers the wheel, named for its resemblance to a bird's wing in shape and position on older vehicle bodies. Based on installation location, it is divided into front fenders and rear fenders. The front fender is installed at the front wheel area and must ensure maximum clearance for wheel rotation and jumping. Therefore, designers use "wheel travel diagrams" to verify whether the fender's design dimensions are appropriate based on the selected tire model and size. Fender location: The fender is positioned above the vehicle's wheels, serving as the outer panel on the vehicle's side, and is molded from resin. The fender consists of an outer panel section and a reinforcement section integrally formed from resin. The outer panel section is exposed on the vehicle's side, while the reinforcement section extends along the edge of the outer panel section adjacent to neighboring components. Additionally, an engagement section for fitting with adjacent components is formed between the outer panel's edge and the reinforcement section.