Mud flaps serve separate functions on the Slingshot. Front mud flaps minimize the amount of debris that its spinning tires invariably kick up into the air. This keeps other drivers safe, and by extension protects the Slingshot from cars that might veer off course because of a rock that was unexpectedly lodged in their windshield. Rear mud flaps help seal off the back portion of the Slingshot by preventing dirt and rocks from collecting above the rear swing arm. Mud flaps also offer a third benefit in that they look great and help add complexity to the Slingshot's appearance.