Multipurpose reinforcing panel for the bonnet of a vehicle

The reinforcing panel (1), for engine hood (2) (A) of motor vehicle, is made from molded plastic material having rigid structure (4) with ribs (5) lying perpendicular to (A) and made to confer variable rigidity to different zones of (A). It is held in place by peripheral fixings (7) attaching it to hood lining members (8). The reinforcing panel (1), for engine hood (2) (A) of motor vehicle, is made from molded plastic material having rigid structure (4) with ribs (5) lying perpendicular to (A) and made to confer variable rigidity to different zones of (A). It is held in place by peripheral fixings (7) attaching it to hood lining members (8). The panel can have optional plastic or metal shock absorbers (12) and a sound deadening layer facing the engine compartment.