The new year brings fresh trends in aftermarket truck parts and accessories. From even bigger tires and higher lifts to minimalist style accents such as monochromatic lighting and upgraded MX4 BAKflip matte aluminum truck bed covers, find out more about gear to look out for on and off of the road this year.
Big Tires
This year’s trend in tires is for sizes that measure 37-inches or larger. Large wheels are also a leading trend, with some drivers preferring wide-set wheels to steer clear of kicking up rocks. To fit wheels that are this large on your ride, you may need to use a lift kit or make modifications such as adjusting torsion keys of wheel spacers.
The right type of large tires and wheels can be helpful when you drive off-road. Depending on the terrain and time of year, you may prefer to put on a set of all-terrain, mud, or winter truck tires. Big tires also add to the overall lift of your ride, which manufacturer and aftermarket trends both have sitting higher than ever before.
High Lifts
Every year has a set height that becomes the style standard. For 2021, it’s all about eight-inch lifts. This height setting can be harder to find, as six-inch lifts are more widely available. A high lift can be perfect for showing off custom aftermarket suspension parts. Make sure to choose the right aftermarket components to fit your truck make, model and submodel. A number of kits have simple bolt-on installation and do not require drilling or welding during installation.
Get the best ride quality with a complete suspension system and lift kit that come with components such as extended shocks, upper control arms, ball joints, cross members and skid plate, differential drop brackets and rear lift blocks. Factor in your driving lifestyle to ensure that all the aftermarket parts you choose will provide the right level of performance.
Simple Style
In recent years, multicolor RGB lighting and accessories were the most popular choices for underbody lighting and other key accessories. The leading look this year is minimalist elegance achieved with single-color lighting and low-profile accessories such as a BAK bed cover. Consider fitting your truck with single color wheels and white underbody lights that will look cool on the street and enhance off-road visibility.
An understated black tonneau cover provides secure trunk functionality with a sleek visual effect. A matte aluminum cover such as the MX4 Premier is resistant to showing scratches, while covers made of Fiberglass Reinforced Polymer are more resistant to dents and dings to look better for longer. The latest aftermarket accessories have a distinctive look and provide more functionality for any way you drive.
Whether you are accessorizing a new 2021 model truck or updating the style of your ride, any of these trends may be appealing. If you drive off road or go overlanding, any of these features can provide the rugged durability you need. Your truck is also certain to get attention on the road when you upgrade to the latest aftermarket trends.
