Names of Car Body Parts

Exterior

Body Panels

• Hood: The hinged panel that covers the engine compartment.
• Fender: A panel that covers the wheel and protects it from road debris.
• Door: A panel that allows access to the passenger compartment.
• Trunk lid: A panel that covers the trunk.
• Quarter panel: A panel that covers the rear wheel and connects the trunk lid to the door.
• Roof: The panel that covers the top of the car.

Windows

• Windshield: The window that is in front of the driver.
• Side windows: The windows that are on the sides of the car.
• Rear window: The window that is in the back of the car.

Lighting

• Headlights: The lights that illuminate the road ahead.
• Taillights: The lights that indicate the rear of the car.
• Brake lights: The lights that indicate that the car is braking.
• Turn signals: The lights that indicate that the car is turning.
• Fog lights: The lights that are designed to improve visibility in foggy conditions.

Other Exterior Parts

• Bumper: A shock-absorbing device that protects the car from damage in a collision.
• Grille: A mesh or perforated panel that allows air to flow into the engine compartment.
• Mirror: A reflective surface that allows the driver to see behind the car.
• Tire: A rubber covering that is fitted around the wheel.
• Wheel: A metal disc that supports the tire.

Interior

Dashboard

• Speedometer: A gauge that measures the speed of the car.
• Tachometer: A gauge that measures the engine speed.
• Fuel gauge: A gauge that measures the amount of fuel in the tank.
• Odometer: A gauge that measures the total distance traveled by the car.
• Climate controls: The controls that allow the driver to adjust the temperature and airflow in the car.

Steering Wheel

• Steering column: The column that supports the steering wheel.
• Horn: The device that makes a noise to alert other drivers.
• Cruise control: The device that allows the driver to maintain a specific speed without having to hold down the accelerator pedal.

Seats

• Driver’s seat: The seat that is occupied by the driver.
• Passenger seat: The seat that is occupied by the front passenger.
• Rear seat: The seat that is occupied by the rear passengers.
• Seat belt: The device that keeps the occupants in their seats in the event of a collision.

Other Interior Parts

• Headliner: The material that covers the roof of the car.
• Carpet: The material that covers the floor of the car.
• Door panels: The panels that cover the interior of the doors.
• Center console: The console that is located between the driver’s seat and the passenger seat.
• Glove box: The compartment that is located on the passenger side of the dashboard.