Should I fit mud flaps to my new Audi Q3?

I have purchased a new Audi Q3 1.4 TFSI Automatic in Glacier White. Can you recommend any additional items to retrospectively fit to the car? What is your view of fitting mud flaps (I don't off-road) so are they needed or will they cause noise or other problems?

Asked on 29 December 2014 by gord

Answered by Honest John

Protect the paint with Autoglym Lifeshine or similar. You can't DIY in this weather. No, do not fit mudflaps. They will increase your fuel consumption and if you catch them on anything they could tear off the entire rear valence.

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