What material is the grille made of?
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Common grille materials are plastic and wood. Precautions for vehicle operation are as follows: 1. Pre-departure inspection: Conduct a comprehensive vehicle check before daily departure, including checking for oil/water leaks, measuring tire pressure to ensure proper inflation, inspecting engine oil condition for normal color and appropriate level. 2. Safe driving: Properly use seat belts - their protective effect during violent collisions is no less than airbags. Avoid fatigue driving and take breaks every 2 hours. 3. Traffic compliance: Especially on highways, don't speed - speeding not only risks traffic fines but more importantly compromises safety.
I've been driving this old car for over a decade, and the grille is mainly made of plastic, especially ABS plastic, which is most common in most family cars—cheap and lightweight, allowing for various styles to be molded freely. However, the downside is its lack of durability, particularly prone to warping or cracking under summer heat or becoming brittle in winter cold. Luxury cars like BMW and Mercedes often use metal materials for their grilles, with aluminum alloy being quite common, offering good rust resistance and an upscale appearance, while maintaining moderate weight without affecting heat dissipation. Tuners especially love carbon fiber grilles—super lightweight, reducing wind resistance, and delivering an eye-catching visual impact, though they come with a hefty price tag. In reality, material choice depends on brand positioning. Japanese cars often use plastic to keep costs low, while European cars favor metal to elevate their premium feel. When washing your car, be careful not to scrub plastic grilles too hard to avoid leaving scratches.
