The Crucial Role of Skid Plates in Car Protection

Maysel Estevez • December 13, 2023

Guarding Your Ride:

The Crucial Role of Skid Plates in Car Protection

Most people want to protect the bumper of their sports car from grinding into the pavement.

Our trusted friends at AUTOMODS SKID PLATES design vehicle-specific skid plates that protect your bumper without making any holes so you can drive worry-free.




Driving your car can be an exhilarating experience, but the journey isn't always smooth. The road, both on and off, presents challenges that can take a toll on your vehicle, especially the vulnerable undercarriage. That's where skid plates come into play, serving as a crucial line of defense against the hazards that lurk beneath.


The Need for Skid Plates

Terrain Hazards

From gravel-strewn roads to unforeseen debris, the undercarriage of your vehicle faces a barrage of potential dangers. Skid plates act as a shield, absorbing the impact of rocks and other obstacles that could otherwise cause significant damage.

Off-Roading Adventures

For those who crave off-road adventures, the risks increase exponentially. Skid plates become indispensable in these scenarios, protecting essential components like the oil pan and transmission from the harsh realities of uneven terrains.


Components of Skid Plates

Material Matters

Skid plates come in various materials, each with its own set of advantages and drawbacks. Whether it's the robustness of steel or the lightweight resilience of aluminum, the choice of material directly impacts the effectiveness of the skid plate.

Coverage Areas

Skid plates are strategically designed to cover vital areas such as the oil pan, transmission, and other critical components. A comprehensive coverage plan ensures that your vehicle's underbelly is safeguarded against a range of potential threats.


Benefits of Skid Plates

Preventing Costly Repairs

One of the primary benefits of skid plates is their ability to prevent costly repairs. A damaged oil pan or transmission can lead to expenses that far exceed the investment in skid plate protection. Consider it a cost-effective insurance policy for your vehicle.

Preserving Resale Value

Beyond immediate protection, skid plates contribute to preserving the resale value of your car. Prospective buyers appreciate a well-maintained undercarriage, and skid plates can make a significant difference when it comes time to sell or trade your vehicle.


Skid Plate Installation Process

Professional Installation

While some may attempt a DIY installation, we strongly recommend professional installation for optimal fit and coverage. Our team at Superior Detailers  specializes in expert skid plate installations, ensuring that your vehicle gets the protection it deserves.


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Our mission is to provide the highest level of fine auto detailing services with 100% customer satisfaction. Our #1 priority is YOU and your vehicle. We take a one-on-one approach with all of our clients and build relationships based on honest work and integrity. 

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MEET THE TEAM


We are a team of professional detailers, internationally and locally trained. Working closely together, each of our individual strengths complement each other and create an exceptionally well-rounded team. We are Superior Detailer! Owner, Steven Fritz, started his detailing career in 2002 at a Central Florida car wash. In 2008 he founded Superior Detailer LLC as a high-end mobile detailing business. He has been perfecting the art of fine automobile detailing ever since. What started as a small mobile detailing business has turned into a family business in a state-of-the-art detailing studio in Downtown Orlando. 

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STEVEN "KARIM" FRITZ

Owner/Chief Operator

As the owner and founder, Steven invests his soul and passion for automobiles into every vehicle that he touches. He is an avid car enthusiast with over 19 years of high-end detailing experience, continuously educating himself on the latest products and techniques. He has trained at NXT, is XPEL factory trained, and a Modesta Verified Installer. Steven's passion for automobiles and detailing has taken him all over the world, even detailing in Europe and the Middle East. Steven is the creative mind behind all SD detailing processes and procedures. Steven is also an amateur photographer and takes nearly every photo that you see on this website and our social media platforms. In his spare time he enjoys photography, cycling, riding his motorcycle, traveling, and spending time with his wife, Kim, and their two animals. 

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KIM GIRAMMA

Managing Partner/Auto Detailer

Kim, Steve’s wife, joined the team part-time in 2013. Since then, her detailing skills have evolved to include paint protection film application, Modesta coatings, and polish work. Kim is a factory-trained XPEL PPF installer, completed Intermediate Polishing Techniques at Rupes in Colorado, and received Modesta Verification in Budapest. She manages all aspects of the business with Steve to include website development and social media. Kim has a B.A. in English from the University of Central Florida. Before joining the SD team full time, she had a 15-year career as a Technical Writer and Proposal Specialist. Her hobbies include cycling, weightlifting, and traveling with her husband, Steve.

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GUILHERME BATISTELE DE BARROS

Auto Detailer

Guilherme (Gi) completes the SD team. Gi is an Auto Detailer from GSB Detailing in Brazil. He brings over 12 years of detailing experience to the SD team. His area of expertise is classic car detailing and restoration and he especially likes undercarriage detailing and restoration. Gi is an IDA Certified Detailer, became a BigFoot Systems Specialist at Rupes in Italy, and completed KockChemie 1k-Nano application training. He also completed the Sonax Glass Polishing online courses. Gi is extremely passionate about cars and his work, and strives for success every day. When he's not at the SD studio, Gi is detailing or working on his Mustang. He enjoys car shows, weightlifting, and spending time with his wife and dog in Orlando, FL.

OUR STUDIO

The environment in which we work has a huge affect on the quality of work produced. For us, this means having two separate climate-controlled spaces to accommodate for spikes in heat and humidity. It means separating our high-end detailing services to prevent contamination in film and coating applications. Our Downtown Orlando studio is 5,600 sq. ft. of air conditioned space with 2,500 sq. ft. dedicated to clean PPF and coating applications.  

We have an indoor wash bay with warm and deionized water. We utilize Rupes machines, LED overhead lighting, and Scangrip/LED portable lighting. We have a 4-post lift, scissor lift, and QuickJacks portable car lifts. Our spaces are separately outfitted with right LED lighting for the specific work being performed. We have CCTV security cameras inside and out, with 24-hr armed on-property security monitoring.


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