The
decklid (or
boot lid) is the
cover over the
trunk/boot of
motor vehicles that allows access to the main
storage or
luggage compartment. A
hinge allows the decklid to be raised, while devices such as springs hold it up in the open position.
On automobiles with their trunk in the rear, decklids sometimes incorporate a center mounted third brake light (Center High Mount Stop Lamp or CHMSL). A rear decklid may also have a decorative air spoiler.