Prado 250 Wheel Arches

“Wheel arches” refer to the contoured panels around each wheel’s opening in the vehicle’s body. On many SUVs like the Prado, these include extra moulding or flare trims (plastic/ABS/styrene) to:

Protect paint/body from stones, dirt, mud thrown up by the tyres

Prevent rust or damage to the metal behind

Improve aesthetics: give a rugged, offroad‑look or wider stance

Allow for larger tyre + wheel combinations by increasing clearance or protecting body when tyres protrude more