Sentences with phrase «aerodynamic changes»

The car has also undergo aerodynamic changes and improvements to the traction control system.

The front air dam is subtly different, but there are no other aerodynamic changes or mass reductions.

We've seen loads of unofficial lap records being broken over the course of the F1 season so far, thanks to the wider tyres and drastic aerodynamic changes.

The car also underwent aerodynamic changes and improvements to the traction control system.

There are a number of aerodynamic changes including a larger splitter at the front and diffuser at the rear of the Corvette.

Other aerodynamic changes include a new fixed rear wing that sits 3.9 inches higher than that of the standard P1, which, along with the new front splitter and flaps, is said to improve downforce by 10 percent to about 1455 lb at 150 mph.

A front splitter at the lower edge of the bumper provides the first of a number of aerodynamic changes designed to smooth the passage of the car through the air at very high speeds.

There are a number of aerodynamic changes from last year's car including a larger splitter at the front and diffuser at the rear of the Corvette.

Among the most significant aerodynamic changes are the enlarged leading edge extensions which provide improved vortex lifting characteristics in high angle of attack maneuvers, and reduce the static stability margin to enhance pitching characteristics.

But to achieve our targets we need more, so as well as big aerodynamic changes, we have optimized each area for performance and weight.»

Bats have whiskers, too, to detect aerodynamic changes in flight.»

VW says the mileage improvements result from underbody aerodynamic changes, an air conditioning compressor that can be decoupled from the engine, and an alternator change that cuts wasteful drag by 85 percent.

With existing customers requesting only «subtle bodywork alterations», however, any further aerodynamic changes will be slight.

New 20 - inch Polestar wheels look sharp, as do the various aerodynamic changes like a front splitter, a rear spoiler, and a rear diffuser that give the S60 and V60 an aggressive stance.

Besides this features it will be distinguished from the usual Quattro concept by a ventilated hood, a massive front lip spoiler, aerodynamic changes around the wheels, polycarbonate racing windows, a big rear wing and the German flag added on the sides.

There are also multiple aerodynamic changes mandated for DP cars, including a new dual - element rear wing and, the memo says, «a new diffuser / tunnel has been designed and is in production,» all mandated.

Further, the Two Eco manages the mpg increase without aerodynamic changes.

With another 50 or so extra horsepower, and a few aerodynamic changes, the 2014 GT - R could be set for one almighty rematch.

Styling and aerodynamic changes include a carbon fibre front grille, black roof and rear grille, lightweight forged alloy wheels, and new finishes on the interior seats, doors and controls.

Carbon fibre is also used to form the front splitter at the lower edge of the bumper, the first of a number of aerodynamic changes designed to smooth the passage of the car through the air at very high speeds.

The car also underwent aerodynamic changes and improvements to the traction control system were made in order to make the car more responsive around the track.

The US race series required a number of aerodynamic changes that has resulted in a loss of up to 80 % downforce compared to its GT3 brother.

Aston says the aerodynamic changes have also shifted the car's balance, bringing the centre of pressure closer to the middle of the car.

The aerodynamic changes really add up, too, and so the RS17, which will be driven by Nico Hülkenberg (replacing Kevin Magnussen) and Jolyon Palmer, generates 30 per cent more aerodynamic downforce than its predecessor.

Along with the various mechanical and aerodynamic changes, the MP4 - 12C 650S is also claimed to adopt a lightened carbon fiber body and other weight - saving measures, including carbon fiber seats from McLaren's recently launched gas - electric hybrid powered flagship supercar, the P1.

The aerodynamic changes have been designed with a purpose rather than for purely aesthetic reasons.

Some of those include how our Corvettes react in traffic with the aerodynamic changes, how certain adjustments make the car behave and where we stand against our competition.

All the classic styling cues are present, including uniquely shaped and profiled bumpers — that up front now use hydraulically operated elements that deploy above 75 mph to reduce lift at speed — wider sills underneath the doors, cooling ducts within the rear fenders and a prominent bi-plane rear wing that also extends out at 75 mph to counter the aerodynamic changes taking place up front.

The aerodynamic changes provide a significant improvement, allowing the B - Class to deliver an outstanding drag coefficient of 0.26.

The Z06 will include aerodynamic changes, upgraded tires, carbon ceramic brakes, performance whistles, and more, but at a higher price.

While the program doesn't have a whole lot of aesthetic and aerodynamic changes, the German tuner nevertheless gave it a few tweaks here and there, including tinted windows, new tail pipe designs, a set of adjustable H&R sport springs that lowered the ride height by 20 to 30 mm, and a set of 22» Vossen alloy wheels wrapped in 245/30 R22 tires at the front and 295/25 R22 tires at the back.

Its top speed remains pegged at 217mph, too — no doubt there's a little increased drag from the cooling and aerodynamic changes, and gearing may also be a restricting factor.

This adds aerodynamic changes to add to the mechanical ones, improves fuel economy to 74.3 mpg and cuts CO2 emissions cut to 99g / km.

The Z06 also features cosmetic and aerodynamic changes.

Honda has spent considerable time developing the Civic Type R, testing it at the company's track at Sakura as well as the Nurburgring Nordschleife and the Suzuka Formula One circuit to hammer out the aerodynamic changes.

Corvette fans will remember that all of the Z06's aerodynamic changes were derived from the C7.R race car — and racing might be a pretty good way to validate anything that belongs on a performance car designed for track work.

The aerodynamic changes, to be used when Pepsi 400 practice begins today: The half - inch spoilers that run down both sides of the roof will be extended down over the rear glass.Where that extension ends, 1 - inch spoiler rails will extend down the rear quarter panels to the rear spoiler, thus channeling air toward the rear spoiler.

The aerodynamic changes on the Nissan GT - R drop the overall drag coefficient by 10 percent for an overall 0.26.

The aerodynamic changes on the Nissan GT - R drop the overall drag -LSB-...]