Matching Pairs THE CAR AND ITS PARTSOnline version SEEK THE MEANING OF EACH PART OF THE VEHICLE. by YEFERSON ACERO VASQUEZ 1 Enclosed space at the rear of the vehicle, or sometimes at the front, designed to hold and transport cargo that is not too large. 2 Exterior component with a slightly curving surface forming the vehicle’s covering. 3 Metal or plastic trim embellishing the front and rear bumpers. 4 Small window among the series of windows on the side of the body. 5 Piece of rubber or plastic attached behind the rear wheels to repel projectiles. 6 Rubber squeegee, usually mounted in a pair; it is activated by a motor and cleans the windshield. 7 Lamp on the front of the vehicle to light up the space in front. 8 Side window that can be lowered, protecting against inclement weather while providing good visibility. 9 Glass and plastic pane protecting the occupants from inclement weather while providing good visibility. 10 Mechanism housed in the door to lock it; it is manipulated with a key or button. 11 Circular deformable unit made of rubber, mounted on the wheel and inflated with air, providing the connection between the car and the road, and absorbing the unevenness of the road. 12 Decorative metal or plastic part concealing the wheel hub. 13 Plastic or metal grating in front of the vehicle protecting the radiator and serving as decoration. 14 Moving panel with a handle, attached to the body by hinges or a sliding system, providing access to the passenger compartment. 15 Mirror fixed to the outside of the passenger compartment enabling the driver to see behind and along the sides of the vehicle without turning around. 16 Component of the body forming a streamlined and aerodynamic casing around the wheels. 17 Flap concealing the fuel-tank opening, which is plugged by a cap. 18 Device receiving radio waves broadcast by a station. 19 Lidlike part of the body covering and protecting the engine.
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