Skid plates are protective metal plates or panels installed on the undercarriage of a vehicle that are designed to shield ...

The first thing I noticed when the Ford rep gave us a walk-around tour of the all-new 2015 Ford F-150 Platinum 4x4 SuperCrew was ... tuned shock absorbers, skid plates (fuel tank, transfer case ...

However, the benefits extend beyond protection. 4x4 vehicles are designed for off-road adventures, and skid plates help to maintain ground clearance by protecting the components that hang down ...