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What is a Car Frame Cover and Its Function?

10 April 2025
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Bodywork is the name of the vehicle frame cover that serves as the body of the vehicle located on top of the chassis. In fact, in the automotive industry, bodywork has a long usage, especially in Indonesia. 

Bodywork technology was adopted from Germany by companies that wanted to implement modern, best, and European-standard technology in Indonesia. Initially, the bodywork made in Indonesia had a high price. 

Unfortunately, at one point this company stopped producing. Then, there were bodywork designers who settled in Indonesia and created bodywork again. Now, bodywork as a frame cover industry has become increasingly developed. 

A Brief Introduction to Vehicle Frame Covers

As mentioned above, vehicle frame covers are often referred to as bodywork. The word bodywork essentially comes from Dutch, meaning the houses of vehicles built on the vehicle frame.

Initially, bodywork in Indonesia was made from wood, then the material was coated with thin metal plates to make it strong when used. 

Over time, the automotive industry has increasingly developed in terms of construction technology. This has led to the development of bodywork also starting to thrive. 

The peak was in the 1970s, during which passenger cars to minibuses were built using pickup chassis, while buses used truck chassis. As the automotive industry continued to grow, the types of vehicles using bodywork also increased. 

If previously only buses and trucks used bodywork, in that era, fire trucks and ambulances also utilized bodywork. Bodywork has new technology in its development process, namely monocoque. 

This monocoque comes from Greek and French, meaning single and shell. Thus, it can be concluded that the meaning of monocoque is a chassis that has a single structure. 

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Functions of Vehicle Frame Covers

Bodywork certainly has its own functions. Bodywork has a general function as a cover for vehicle parts, while bodywork in general is a comprehensive modification that directly creates vehicle covers from the chassis. 

Examples of vehicles that use this bodywork include trucks, buses, ambulances, and fire trucks. In addition, bodywork work is also done at official bodywork workshops. 

Uniqueness of Bodywork

Bodywork has its own uniqueness, here are some of them, among others:

1. Made to Order

Generally, bodywork is produced according to customer orders, so the design and functions it has can vary between customer A and customer B. For example, making bodywork used for fire trucks. 

Of course, this bodywork must be specific, whether the vehicle will be used to extinguish fires in high-rise buildings or in residential complexes. 

2. Bodywork Made Specifically

Another uniqueness is that bodywork is made specifically. Bodywork is made according to the orders and specifications desired by the customer. Between one bodywork and another, there are differences that make them look unique. 

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3. Customizable

This bodywork order can be customized according to needs, so the final result of the bodywork can satisfy the customer.

4. Various Choices Available

There are quite a few choices of bodywork. In Indonesia, bodywork companies are spread everywhere, making it easier for us to choose. However, it is better to choose a trusted company because its products are already recognized in the market. 

Hopefully, the information related to vehicle frame covers above can provide new knowledge for you. Not only that, but you should also not forget to perform regular maintenance for your beloved vehicle.

Ensure the vehicle remains in prime condition by servicing at an official workshop or Daihatsu dealer. You can book a service in advance to avoid waiting too long for vehicle servicing. 

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