How to Improve Your Auto

Like many other 4WDers, you may want to make changes to your vehicle at some point. If you're contemplating bullbar installation for driving in bushes or rural areas, you should first understand the benefits you stand to gain. Here are some of the common reasons why 4WDers are mounting a bulbar to the front of their ride for rural driving. 

To minimise vehicle damage in collisions with kangaroos and other animals

Ever wondered why Aussies refer to bullbars as kangaroo or roo bars? Well, kangaroos are indigenous to Australia, and these expert jumpers are often involved in collisions with vehicles, especially on rural roads. Installing a roo bar in front of your 4X4 vehicle will help minimise damage to the grill in the event that you hit a kangaroo or other large animal while driving in the bushes. 

When you are driving on rural roads, help may not be close by, so it is important to take steps to avoid collision damage that may leave you and your passengers stranded.

To protect the vehicle from overgrown vegetation

Aside from the kangaroos living in rural areas, the thick bushes and trees in rural areas can also damage your vehicle. A bullbar acts as a bulwark that protects the engine and other components in the front of your vehicle from the potential damage of impact with overgrown plants. 

To help in the recovery of animals and other vehicles

When fitted together with compatible winches, a bullbar can be used to recover animals and other vehicles. Note that you risk causing unnecessary damage to your vehicle if you install a winch bulbar that isn't suitable for your vehicle. 

To mount additional driving lights to the front of the vehicle

Who doesn't appreciate good lighting when driving around Australia's outback? Certainly not you! Unlike major highways and municipal roads, rural roads aren't usually well-lit. This can make it difficult for 4WDers to see where they are going, especially when nighttime sets in. Bullbars provide the perfect place to fit extra lights to help improve visibility when conquering rural roads.

As you can see, there are many good reasons to consider bullbar installation for your rural 4WDing. The best way to ensure your new installation is legal is to have it done professionally. A professional will know the safety standards to comply with to ensure that your vehicle isn't targeted by the law enforcement agencies for having a non-compliant bar.