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Bumpers: Its Importance, Functions and Where to Find
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by: Terry Brown
Bumpers are one of the most essential auto parts. They serve both an aesthetic and practical
function. They are also important safety features. Bumpers are made of heavy sheet metal
and are mounted on the front and rear of the car. Bumpers are bent and formed into specific
shapes in order to absorb and deliver momentum during a collision. In the event of a collision,
the bumper absorbs some of the impact, which decreases damage to the car and its
occupants. It also protects the front of the car by diverting all of the car's momentum to the
object with which it has collided. The bumper is mounted to the car's chassis with special
impact absorbers. These shock absorbers are often spring loaded. In slow speed collisions,
this allows the bumper to compress, and then extend back to its original position. All bumpers
are designed to absorb the energy of the impact. They do this through a series of valves and
air chambers.

Some car bumpers have hydraulic chambers. In the event of a collision, the absorption unit
allows air and/or hydraulic fluid to pass through small openings. Forcing the air/fluid through
the valve openings absorbs the energy from the collision. The bumper's job is to minimize
damage, primarily to the occupants of the vehicle and to the vehicle itself. US law requires
cars to pass special crash tests at various speeds.

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In order to pass, the car's damage level during the crash must be below a specific dollar level.
This protects the consumer and is very important for keeping the cost of automobile insurance
to a minimum. Sometimes bumpers are constructed with built-in "crumple zones." Crumple
zones are designed to absorb impact; they will flex on impact. As the metal flexes, the action
of the bending metal converts the kinetic energy of the car into heat. Kinetic energy is the
energy an object possesses while it is in motion.

GM automobiles are all equipped with capable bumpers that help protect the vehicle from
serious damages in the event of a collision. However, like all auto parts, bumpers will
eventually get damaged or defective due to accidents, wear and tear and corrosion. Usually
such damages will weaken the bumper's ability to absorb the shock of collision. Thus, it is a
necessity to replace old and damaged bumpers with a new one. Replacement GM Bumpers
can be purchased from auto parts dealers everywhere. However, to be sure of quality and
durability, purchase only from a reliable and trustworthy auto parts store with an established
reputation.

One of the best choices in auto parts stores today is Auto Parts Inner. It has already been
recognized as an excellent source of relevant and useful automotive information. Its
comprehensive inside look into the automobile makes one marvel at the technology that has
given us our vehicles. Similarly, it now has a very comprehensive array of high quality auto
parts including top-notch GM Parts. Auto Parts Inner offers a variety of GM Parts including
GM A/C Condensers, GM Bumpers, GM Carpets, GM Catalytic Converter, GM Mirror, GM
Radiator, GM Spoiler, GM Tailgate, GM Weatherstripping, GM Fuel Tanks and other
affordable and high quality parts.

About the author:

Terry Brown is a 32 year old from Houston Texas, and an enthusiast for anything auto related.
He is currently employed as a market analyst by one of the top car parts company in the area.
His automotive articles provide valuable source of information for auto enthusiasts like him as
well as to those in need of automotive research.

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