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Front and Rear Mudguards: Their Purpose

Imagine a rainy day when roads are littered with debris. Discreet but crucial to driver and passenger safety, mudguards prevent damage to vehicle wheels and paintwork, keeping it in good condition.

However, many overlook the crucial role they play in road safety.

Keep reading to explore the importance of mudguards and why they are essential to safe, effective driving.

 

What is a Mudguard?

Vehicle mudguards cover and protect a vehicle’s wheels and front and rear tyres. In some regions, the part is also known as a fender.

The part is curved and made of a flexible material that wraps around a vehicle’s wheels.

 

How Important is a Mudguard to Protecting a Vehicle’s Body?

The part helps protect a vehicle’s body from:

 

1. Debris and Damage

Mudguards are a physical barrier between the vehicle’s wheels and the outside environment.

They prevent stones, gravel, mud, dust, and other debris from being projected against the bodywork.

If it weren’t for mudguards, vehicle bodies would be subject to damage from this debris, which could lead to dents, among other damage.

 

2. Corrosion

Mudguards help protect vehicle bodies from corrosion, which can lead to a car rusting.

 

3. Scratches and Chipped Paintwork

As mudguards act as a physical barrier between the wheels and the body, preventing stones, gravel, and debris from reaching the vehicle’s surface, they are vital in preventing scratches and chips to a vehicle’s paintwork.

 

 

What is a Car Mudguard Cover?

Mudguard covers are usually made of nylon, polypropylene or other materials and are used in car garages on cars being repaired.

Depending on the model, they can come with suction cups or built-in magnets that ensure the cover stays in place while the work is being carried out.

 

What is the Purpose of a Mudguard Cover?

The primary purpose of the front mudguard cover is to prevent damage to a car’s paintwork, such as scratches and smudges.

 

How Important is Protecting Against Scratches and Damage to a Mudguard?

Protecting mudguards against scratches and damage is essential to preserving a vehicle’s aesthetics, integrity, and value.

By avoiding scratches and damage to their mudguards, car owners ensure that the part can effectively protect against debris and splashes, contributing to road safety.

 

What are the Advantages and Benefits of Mudguard Covers for Garages?

By protecting the front mudguard, you will:

  • Increase customer satisfaction;
  • Reduce damage during repairs;
  • Add value to your garage services.

 

 

What Should you do to Maintain your Mudguard Cover?

To prolong the service life and preserve your mudguard cover, ensure you implement some care and maintenance practices, such as:

  • Washing the cover after each use;
  • Regularly checking the cover over for damage and wear;
  • Avoiding contact with substances corrosive to the material the cover is made of;
  • Storing the cover as soon as you finish performing maintenance (in a tool cabinet, for example).

 

Which Mudguards are Available in the KROFtools Catalogue?

 

 

Ensuring you can protect this essential part in any vehicle, the KROFtools catalogue contains the 1200x1000mm Magnetic Fender Cover (Ref. 0013).

Simply follow the usage instructions and apply the cover when carrying out vehicle maintenance. Doing so prevents accidental damage.

 

 

To protect your vehicle further during maintenance and repair work, you will also find the Universal Car Fender Protector (ref. 0014) in the KROFtools catalogue, which has adjustable velcro for car wing mirrors and is made of washable nylon.

In addition, it has a mesh cover for the radiator and cutouts for the headlights.

 

How much does a Mudguard Cost?

Mudguards cost hundreds of euros.

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