Can A Toyota Full Body Kit Make Your Car More Aerodynamic? : Toyota new car review article 2008

Can A Toyota Full Body Kit Make Your Car More Aerodynamic?
by Richard J Runion
If you want a visually attractive Toyota which reflects your individuality, invest in a body kit. Body kit manufacturers target car owners who want a clean look. Sleek lines and smooth angles are the order of the day, if you are looking for a sporty, yet elegant look. Every component is dealt with to give your car an aerodynamic profile.
How your car bumpers handle the air passing over the car will decide how aerodynamic your vehicle is. You can either have your bumpers replaced by aerodynamic ones, or have a bumper cover installed over them.
Car wings can give your Toyota the looks and appeal of a race car. They are also known as spoilers and perform the function of redirecting the air follow.
Reduce aerodynamic drag by installing a front spoiler under your front bumper, and watch your car fly. You can increase safety by increasing your Toyota's traction when you travel at high speeds. The way to achieve this is to have a rear spoiler. The rear spoiler creates a down force whenever you trod on your accelerator.
The aerodynamics of your car will improve when you allow the wind to fly over and around the car easily and freely. The principal objective a body kit is to keep your car aerodynamic. Spoilers and hood materials are used to reshape your car in order to achieve this end.
Body kits are usually made of either polyurethane or fiberglass. Urethane kits are capable of absorbing more punishment, but will have to be replaced, not repaired, once they are damaged.
These kits are ruggedly built, and are easy to install. I recommend you opt for a urethane kit if you are likley to ride on bad roads. These kits last longer then those made of fiberglass.
Toyota body kits are also available in carbon fiber, which are lightweight and sturdy. This material is used in bullet-proof items.
Fiberglass is the more cost effective option available in many variants. Fiberglass enables a better fit and finish, including painting. Any minor damage to a fiberglass body kit is capable of being repaired unlike a urethane kit.
AIT, AIT Racing, Extreme Dimensions, GTP, ViS, Showoff are some of the quality body kits available in the market with the price ranging from $100 - $500.
If you want your car to be covered in the event of an accident, you must not forget to inform your insurer. You could even look at switching to a specialist insurer.