Reduce Gas Mileage With Body Kits

Car lovers would like their car to be unique. For this, it is possible to modify it by appearance, speed and sound. The same rule applies to the new hybrid market, which has seen the entry of some body kits designed for hybrids like the Toyota Prius and Honda Civic. But how does the greenness affect the hybrid car? Do fuel economy and handling improve after including a body kit?

The answer depends on the type of kit you are installing. Today, the kits being sold are small, fancy, and only include delicate design details. As the market grows, there is a chance that the number of extreme styles will increase, but as of now, the kit you add will not affect the performance of your hybrids. These body kits modify the bumpers and side skirts of the car; they are not normally placed over the original. So the weight of your hybrid car does not increase.

Another point to consider when adding body kits to a hybrid car is their impact on aerodynamics. But since they’re not very big, they won’t add substantial resistance. But if you intend to include a big spoiler or mouth front bumper, the car may lose some fuel economy. The greater the resistance of the car, the more difficult the work of the engine will be. Therefore, adding very large parts of the body kit can reduce the fuel consumption of the car.

As you shop for a body kit for your hybrid, remember why you chose a hybrid. So don’t forget that any changes made to the car should not interfere with its operation. But a simple but stylish body kit won’t affect gas mileage much.