How Front Fenders Serve a Dual Function in Safety and Styling

At first glance, the front fenders of a car might look like a relatively small part of the vehicle, but the fact is they have two very important jobs: safety and style. Let’s find out how front fenders keep us safe while we’re driving, as well as make our cars look nice.

Fenders are the first line of defense, literally, that the car has from rocks, mud, and other detritus on the road. 

Our cars can throw up just about anything when we drive, from rocks to dirt. These can strike the car, leading to scratches and dents. Front fenders are a shield protecting our cars from these things. This is why our cars go nice and new and it is preventing damage that causes our cars to not work right and it also protects us.

Front fenders also can help the car move through the air, which can save gas. 

“Aerodynamics” is a fancy word for how well something can slice through the air. On cars, nice front fenders allow them to slip through the air with little drag; the less drag they have, the less they decelerate. That way cars consume less fuel, and it saves us money and the Earth.

A car’s looks matter Front fenders are also important for how a car looks. 

But have you noticed how some cars look really awesome and some are just so blah? Much of that comes thanks to the front fenders. They way they mould the car and craft unique looks. So, next time you’re gazing at a cool looking car, look at its vehicle front fender.

Front fender styling can also help with car visibility. 

So safety first, right, when you’re driving, and front fenders can actually provide that. Some front fender on a car have special attributes — shiny strips or brightly coloured ones — so that cars can stand out in the dark time. That also makes it easier for everyone to see one another on the road, which can help keep us safe.

Front fenders that are thoughtfully executed can contribute to better handling and thus be easier to steer and stop. 

Can you recall a time you were a passenger in the backseat of a car that rode rough when taking a turn or stopping hard? That could be because they did not figure out the front fenders well enough. Decent front fenders contribute to keeping the car stable and obedient. It gives drivers a feeling of confidence, and a sense of invulnerability, when they are behind the wheel.