Many consumers will choose a variety of car accessories after purchasing a car. Among many car accessories, car mats are a very important item. Faced with the dazzling mat products in the market, car owners often do not know where to start. . The foot pad is a seemingly simple car product, but it affects the driving safety to a certain extent. In the daily driving process, there are not a few traffic accidents caused by inappropriate foot pads. Next, let's take a detailed look at each What are the advantages and disadvantages of floor mats, and how should car owners choose?
First, why use foot pads?
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At present, most of the original cars in the market are not equipped with floor mats, and the carpets are basically designed with flannel. The disadvantage is that they are not resistant to dirt, and it will be more troublesome to clean up later. The owner will lay the foot pad, which is not only neat and beautiful, but also has a non-slip effect. Although the 4S shop will send the floor mats when the car owner picks up the car, most of the floor mats are not of good quality, so many car owners choose to buy them by themselves.
The second point, the type of foot pad
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Let’s start with the material. There are many kinds of pad materials in the market, and these are the most common ones. The first type, rubber feet, the advantage of this type of feet is that it is not easy to slip and the throttle is stuck, and it is easier to clean. The disadvantage is that when used in an environment with a large temperature difference, cracks are prone to aging, and the replacement frequency may be slightly higher. In addition, if the owner chooses some inferior products, some unpleasant odors will evaporate, and even formaldehyde will affect the driver and passengers. of health.
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Type 2, fluffy foot pads. This type of foot pad is the one that many car owners will choose. The surface is made of suede material, and the foot feels softer. The use experience is not much different from that of rubber foot pads. However, it is not convenient to take care of it in the later stage, and dust and foreign objects are easy to remain on the surface. It must be dried after cleaning, otherwise it is easy to cause mildew and odor. The third type, silk ring foot pads, this type of foot pads are dust-proof and waterproof, and at the same time, they are convenient for the owner to clean up later. They are the first choice for many car owners when buying foot pads.
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The fourth type, transparent plastic pads, these pads are cheap and lightweight. The disadvantage is that it is easy to change color, and it is not resistant to dirt, which affects the aesthetics. The fifth type is wool mats. The price of these mats is often more expensive. They usually appear on some luxury models. Both the touch and the visual effect are very good. If the owner's economic conditions allow, you can also consider this type of mat. foot pads. In addition to the above five common types of foot pads, there are linen, PVC materials, etc., the owner can choose according to personal preferences and economic conditions.
The third point is what to pay attention to when choosing a foot pad
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After the car owner decides what material to choose, there are still many things to pay attention to. If the foot pad is too large or too small, there is a potential safety hazard. If the foot pad is too small, it will slide under the foot, resulting in the inability to control the accelerator pedal or brake well. Therefore, the owner must choose the right size foot pad according to the model. Double-check the fit between the mat and the floor, and don't choose mats that will slip.
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Pay attention to the practicality of the foot pad. Many car owners will pay more attention to the aesthetics of the foot pad, especially for girls, but for the foot pad, the aesthetics is only the second, the most important thing is the practicality and safety performance . When the car owner installs the foot pads, they must carefully confirm whether the foot pads will cause the accelerator and brake to become stuck, otherwise it will affect the driving safety. In particular, the 3D stereo surround pads are more prone to the situation of stuck accelerator and brake.
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The choice of foot pads is not big or small. What car owners need to keep in mind is that the foot pads must fit the car model. The practicality is the most important, and the beauty is the second, according to their own economic conditions. Just choose the material of the pads. Regularly check the status of the foot pads. If there is slippage, be sure to fix them in time to see if it will affect the pedals, so as not to affect the driving safety.