What is the name of the shield on the wheel?
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The mudguard on the wheel is called the inner fender liner, also known as the fender. It is an arc-shaped plate, a panel structure installed behind the outer frame of the wheel. The materials used are generally rubber, and some fenders are made of engineering plastic. Relatively speaking, rubber fenders are of better quality. Typically, the fender protrudes about 5cm from the car body, effectively preventing sand or particles splashed during driving from damaging the car's paint. In addition to effectively preventing splashed mud from damaging the car paint during daily driving, the fender also has the following functions: Protecting the mechanical structures inside the vehicle. While driving, it is inevitable to travel on roads with poor conditions, such as mountain roads and bumpy roads. On these roads, it is easy to bring sand and mud into the car, causing aging and damage to the internal components. Installing these fenders can effectively reduce the amount of sand and mud entering the vehicle. Preventing some mud from splashing onto the car body or people, making the car body or people look unattractive. Maintenance and care tips for vehicle fenders: Installing fenders will reduce the height of the vehicle floor from the ground, so try to avoid large gravel roads and muddy roads as much as possible. When cleaning the vehicle, it is necessary to clean the mud and dirt hidden inside the fenders at the same time.
I've been driving trucks for over 20 years, and that thing on the wheels is commonly referred to as a fender or mudguard. I remember when I first started long-distance hauls, driving on muddy roads without mudguards would splash dirt and water all over the vehicle, leaving the body covered in grime. Later, I realized that good mudguards not only protect the components around the wheels but also prevent stones from flying out and injuring people or damaging the car body. Plastic ones are lightweight and affordable, costing just a few dozen yuan to replace, but especially during rainy days, it's important to check for any holes, as accumulated water can cause the chassis to rust. After snow in winter, mudguards also help block ice chunks from splashing out, saving the hassle of cleaning. Spending a little time during regular maintenance to clean the gaps in the mudguards can significantly extend the vehicle's lifespan. Such a simple and practical small component really shouldn't be overlooked.
