Are you searching for a front end solution that compliments your vehicle’s styling? Do you want something that also has provisions for mounting touring accessories such as sand flags? If you need a nudge to get a nudge bar, you’ve come to the right yarn. This is why we reckon nudge bars are the next best addition to your weekend vehicle.
Who would benefit from a nudge bar?
If this is your first time hearing about nudge bars, you may be wondering if this piece of gear is right for you and your vehicle. Nudge bars are a suitable addition to your vehicle if you’re a weekend warrior who travels to your camping destinations, with or without a caravan in tow. Why’s that? Well, they won’t overload your vehicle and impact your weight, they provide some minor protection, plus a whole host of other benefits we’ve gone further into below.
Form fitting design
Nudge bars are form fitting as the design is made to follow the form of the front bumper of a vehicle. This means they hug the vehicle tightly, integrating seamlessly with the OE styling of the car. This is a vast contrast to other aftermarket accessories, such as bull bars, that stick out the front end and add length to the vehicle. Definitely not ideal when you’re trying to squeeze yourself between two vehicles on a busy parking day! Ultimate9 Nudge Bars offer vehicle-specific designs that accommodate OE vehicle safety features. This includes radar sensors, front cameras, and parking sensors. Not to mention, they are airbag compatible and ADR compliant.
TJM Nudge Bars have also been individually styled to suit the shape of your vehicle, and come ready for you to personalise with driving light mounts already in place. Safety is of the utmost importance, therefore they too are airbag compatible and ADR compliant.
Will it overload my vehicle?
Nudge bars are a far more lightweight option. Allowing other essential automotive accessories or cargo to come along for the ride, without the risk of overloading your vehicle. Ultimate9 Nudge Bars come in at under 30kg. So you won’t have to sacrifice any other essential adventure gear for the sake of weight.
Can I mount my accessories on my nudge bar?
Some nudge bars offer provisional mounting points that allow drivers to add accessories to their rig. Such as additional LED lighting, sand flags and UHF antennas. The Ultimate9 Nudge Bar even comes equipped with an Ultimate9 LED Light Bar and a wiring harness, allowing it to integrate perfectly into the bar’s design. Both functional and sleek; what more could you ask for?
How do I get it installed?
Unlike bull bars that require professional installation due to the requirement of cutting the bumper bar and/or body panels, a nudge bar can be a DIY project. It’s such a relief not having to await the call from your mechanic for weeks on end. Instead, you can get your own hands a little dirty and set off on your next adventure as soon as you like!
The Ultimate9 nudge bar was created with this in mind, ensuring installation is easy for the end customer with thorough installation instructions. No professional experience needed for this front end solution. If you require any additional assistance or someone to walk you through the process, you can pick up the phone and give the Ultimate9 support team a buzz.
Can it still provide protection?
Although it’s not as heavy duty and bulky as a bull bar, a nudge bar can help protect your vehicle from minor bumps and scratches. This will reduce the risk of damage to your front end components. TJM’s nudge bar, for example, is made of an alloy construction with a polished finish. ARB manufactures both steel and aluminium nudge bars. You don’t need to be in the outback amongst the red dirt to see animals on the road. So a nudge bar can still offer some protection against collisions with small animals that you may encounter on your way to your next campsite.
If you’re a weekend warrior, a nudge bar may be the final piece of gear you need for the ultimate vehicle set up.