The Benefits of Running Boards
Provides a Convenient Stepping Place
Running boards provide an excellent stepping place for shorter passengers and drivers. While they are primarily used on vehicles with higher ground clearance, many smaller people find running boards to be helpful. Of course, anyone would appreciate an additional step, especially when loading and unloading large or heavy objects. Plus, it's a great way to help kids to get in and out of the vehicle more easily.
Use Your Running Boards as a Doormat
Running boards usually feature a rough upper surface for traction. This doubles as a convenient place for riders to scrub any dirt off of their shoes, helping the interior stay nice and clean. The dirt, dust, and debris that drivers and passengers bring in on their shoes can quickly build up. Having a convenient place to knock some of it off is a big help.
Additional Shielding from Rock & Debris
Finally, running boards help to act as a shield for your exterior against rocks and other debris that can strike and scratch your paint job. If you take a close look at most vehicles, you'll notice that most of the paint job's damage happens just behind the front wheels and along the lowest portion of the vehicle's midsection. Simply having running boards standing in the way between your paint and flying dirt and rocks will definitely help save your exterior.
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