The purpose of front and rear bumpers on automobiles is self-explanatory: at low impact speeds, bumpers are supposed to absorb energy and prevent body damage to a vehicle. In that regard, they’re ...

We’ve all seen this. A full-scale restoration meticulously performed, yet something just isn’t right. Bumper installation and alignment can make or break a restoration. No one wants to see a Camaro ...

If you look at the front and rear bumpers on many new cars, you'll notice little squares and circles about the size of potato chips sitting right there in the plastic bumper covers. Don't feel bad if ...

Ever notice a little square panel on the front of your car and wonder what it’s there for? If you’ve never had a car towed, there’s a chance that the square plastic cover on your front bumper has ...

Fixing damaged plastic bumpers involves grinding, sanding, sculpting and painting. But it's worth the effort for repairs that would cost less than your deductible. There oughta be a law: If there's a ...

If you’ve owned or driven a car, you could undoubtedly give a basic explanation of what and where the bumpers are. But you might not realize there’s more to a car bumper than meets the eye. Bumpers ...

Most vehicles have a thin, rubberized plastic strip extending under the front bumper, but not many drivers know what it is for. While it can sometimes let you know you've gotten too close to a curb or ...