period to safety regulations Developed for harmony, these bumpers are not only functional; It gave the vehicles a characteristic appearance.

This smart designAlthough it can prevent a potential accident, why can’t we see vehicles with such a design at the moment?

In the 1970s and 1980s, vehicles used bumpers that acted as a barrier at the front and rear of the vehicle.

Safety was the main reason. in America NHTSA In 1973, new safety regulations for vehicle bumpers were introduced by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. of vehicles up to 5 mph (about 8 km/h) It must not be damaged in collisions up to .

To meet these regulations, car manufacturers have large, excellent and often metal or thick plastic-coated bumpers started using it.

This means that damage resulting from the collision is kept to a minimum.

These old tampons, dissipate collision energy and is designed to protect the vehicle’s bodywork in low-speed accidents. Because technological materials and production methods during this period were not yet as developed as they are today, the bumpers looked thicker and stronger.

From the 1970s to the 1980s, many car manufacturers around the world adopted similar protruding bumpers, mainly to adapt to the American market. in Europe and Japan Although the bumpers were more minimalist, they were still produced in similar protruding shapes.

Aerodynamic designs came to prominence in the 1990s.

Over time, plastic bumpers that are thinner, more flexible and integrated into the body have become common. Old protruding designs were replaced by modern shapes that are more pleasing to the eye. One of the main reasons for this was to ensure pedestrian safety.

These types of protruding bumpers are a It was the standard of the time. It became widespread, especially in the 1970s and 1980s, under the influence of US safety regulations. However, over time, due to evolving technology, aerodynamic needs and safety, we have had to say goodbye to these designs.

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