Bull Bars

A bull bar is an accessory designed to protect the front of a vehicle from impact with objects on the road. The earlier bull bar was made of heavy steel and other metsls, but these were eventually banned because they caused more injury than they prevented. The modern bull bar is now made of lighter materials like aluminum and plastic composites, which offer added impact absorption. The bull bar is commonly called the "roo bar" in Australia because of the road hazards presented by stray kangaroos.

Nudge bars

The nudge bar is a small, lightweight bull bar commonly used for smaller vehicles, such as sedans. Unlike the standard bull bar, it only protects the radiator grille rather than the entire front, leaving the fender or bumper free. Because it's easier to install, it's usually preferred by new drivers who don't have the gear to install a regular bull bar.

Accessory bars

The bull bar can also serve as a mere accessory for your car. A well-placed, well-chosen bull bar can give your car a rugged look that sets it apart from other cars on the road. If you're conscious about scratches on your car, a bull bar can deflect bushes and small particles to keep it looking smooth. For a shiny finish, look for a chrome bull bar.

Choosing a bullbar

No matter what your preference, protection should be on top of your list when it comes to buying a bull bar. Choose a strong, sturdy bar if you're into off-road travel, or go for a lighter plastic one if your main concern is hitting road animals or pedestrians. For more information and advice on choosing a bull bar, visit our website at Bullbars.

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Pedestrian Death Prompts Call For Victims To Sue Over Bull Bars

Victims of car accidents should sue drivers of vehicles fitted with illegal bull bars, the pedestrian watchdog has said.

Exclusive New Scania Bull Bar

HERD Bars and Bodies, makers of alloy bull bars and specialist trailers, has started production of a bull bar exclusively for Scania's 4-series range. Although the truck is only new on the market the company has already exported more than 100 bars to operators in Hong Kong and mainland..read more

Minister Due To Respond On Legality Of Bull-bars

THE dormant controversy over vehicle bull-bars is about to flare up again, with the potential to divide Australia's rural community from urban dwellers almost as massively as has the gun debate. The Federal Minister for Transport, John Sharp, is due by the end of this week to answer a series..read more

Tests May Clear Bull Bar Use When Airbags Installed

FEDERAL and state governments are not far from deciding what action if any needs to be taken on bull bars to make them more user- friendly without banning them altogether. This comes on the heels of new research which seems to put to rest fears that the bars may confuse..read more