Bumper covers are available in a wide variety of colors, styles and designs. While most people know that a bumper cover is somehow related to the bumper of a vehicle, many may not understand the true purpose of a bumper cover. Bumper covers serve as both an aesthetic accent for your car and a safety feature.
A bumper cover is a fitting, typically made from plastic or fiberglass, that fits over the actual bumper of a vehicle. Bumper covers are available in a variety of colors and styles to fit specific types of vehicles. There are also universal bumper covers, which are designed to fit a wide range of vehicle types and styles.
To understand the purpose of a bumper cover, it is necessary to understand the purpose of a bumper. Bumpers on vehicles are designed to help absorb the shock of a collision. This not only protects the passengers inside the vehicle, but it protects the individual parts of the vehicle as well---such as the grill, fender, taillights and headlights. The bumper cover works to strengthen the shock absorbency and protective features of the bumper itself.
Aesthetically, the bumper cover dresses up the bumper, making the front and back of a vehicle appear more finished and sleek. On some vehicles, the bumper can be unattractive, sticking out too far and appearing too large. Applying a bumper cover can make the vehicle more attractive while the bumper is still there to protect the vehicle's parts and passengers.
It can be a little confusing to determine exactly what a bumper cover is, because they are very similar to air dams, which are also fittings for vehicles. Typically, the difference is that bumper covers fit over the entire bumper, while air dams fit below the actual bumper. Some bumper covers are equipped with air dams, which gives the driver the benefit of both without purchasing them separately. Some bumper covers are also equipped with fog lights and mini grills, which match the larger grills on the vehicle.
There are several benefits to adding a bumper cover to your vehicle. First and foremost, a bumper cover can add to the protective elements of the bumper, affecting both the parts of the vehicle that are near the bumper and the passengers in the vehicle. Bumper covers are also an easy and relatively cost-efficient way to dramatically change the way your vehicle looks.
Bumper covers that include fog lights can help drivers see better in dimly lit areas and on dark back roads. There are a variety of styles of bumper covers available, allowing the driver to create a look for his vehicle that matches his own unique personality and style.
