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Understanding the Benefits of Truck and Trailer Mud Flaps

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Mud flaps are an important part of a truck or trailer. They serve a key function in protecting the vehicle from debris and mud that the tires can kick up. Not only does this keep your truck or trailer looking clean, but it also helps protect the vehicle's finish and increases its longevity.  This article will discuss the benefits of using mud flaps on trucks and trailers and why they are so important for keeping your vehicle in good condition. 1. Keeps Your Truck Or Trailer Clean Heavy-duty mudguards or mud flaps help keep your truck or trailer clean by stopping the build-up of dirt, mud, and debris on the bodywork. It is especially important if you regularly transport goods that are likely to cause a mess, such as building materials or landscaping equipment. Mudguards also protect your paintwork from chips and scratches, which can occur when the wheels fling up small stones and other debris. Over time, this can cause your vehicle to become increasingly difficult to clean and keep...

Are Mud Flaps Worth It?

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Mudflaps are essential accessories for cars and trucks. They are protective sheets made of different materials such as rubber, plastic, polymer, or metal. Mudguards or flaps protect water, mud, snow, and debris. Some drivers believe that mudflaps are unnecessary since their fenders act as a barrier to foreign objects. However, this is not true. In this blog, we aim to answer the question: Are mud flaps worth it? Let us look at some of the cost implications of not using mudguards for trucks .  Cost implications of not using a mud flap. Damages Vehicles are always in contact with some form of debris on the road, and most times, drivers are clueless about the damage they can cause. When objects such as gravel, metals (like nails and cans) plastics come in contact with your tire, they fly in different directions. Some of these projectiles can hit various parts of your truck and cause significant damage to your paint job and undercarriage.  The damage caused by these projectiles wi...