When compared to a base FXX, the Evolution package added a new rear diffuser and rear flaps, which increases
aerodynamic efficiency by 25 percent, increased engine output by 70 horsepower, lowered shift times by 20 milliseconds and much, much more.
Air breathers placed behind the front wheels further aid
aerodynamic efficiency by channelling air through the air around the wheel wells.
Not exact matches
The biggest problem was that most of these attempts relied on deforming the wing through the use of mechanical control structures within the wing, but these structures tended to be so heavy that they canceled out any
efficiency advantages produced
by the smoother
aerodynamic surfaces.
Vortex rings present issues in fields such as engineering as they can hamper fluid flow, and, for example, increase the fuel consumption of a car
by reducing its
aerodynamic efficiency.
Ford says
aerodynamics improve as they close, raising
efficiency by as much as 4 to 5 percent at cruising speed.
The new aluminum - intensive 2015 Ford F - 150 is just around the corner, and its combination of materials,
aerodynamic tricks (some of which were pioneered
by the Ram), and a smaller 2.7 - liter twin - turbocharged EcoBoost V - 6 may boost
efficiency.
Efficiency of the new car is boosted with the fitment of an active front - grille and smoothed underside, both helping to better
aerodynamics by 10 per cent compared with its predecessor.
The
aerodynamic work is similarly extensive, with an 80 - percent larger front splitter complete with F1 - style end plates, new side skirts that settle turbulent air created
by the front wheels, larger side air intakes to feed the intercoolers (tilted outward to enhance
efficiency) and, of course, the larger airbrake.
«In light of future greenhouse gas and corporate average fuel economy requirements beginning in 2017,» their petition says, «camera - based systems represent an opportunity to increase vehicle fuel
efficiency through improved
aerodynamics by eliminating externally mounted mirrors.»
The suspension, which uses a five - link design both front and rear, receives air springs with both adaptive damping and a self - levelling function to automatically lower the body in two stages
by up to 30 mm for improved
aerodynamic efficiency at constant motorway speeds.
«The revised shape of the window improves the car's interior
aerodynamics by promoting better airflow for driver comfort while the new front valance has a much closer identity with the original Mustang front - end while increasing the
efficiency of airflow to cool the engine,» Brock is quoted.
«Technology developed
by Corvette Racing is applied to improve the
efficiency, performance, handling,
aerodynamics and safety of production vehicles.
Aerodynamic efficiency is also aided
by an integrated spoiler above the rear glass.
As a result of all these changes, the 2018 Accord's visual center of gravity now moves closer to the rear wheels, the center of gravity descends
by 10 mm, and
aerodynamic efficiency is improved
by about 3 percent.
Aerodynamic efficiency is improved
by 12 percent to class - leading levels, in part through the use of full underbody covers — a Civic first.
The spaciousness of the interior, enhanced
by the panoramic electric sunroof, is combined with coupé - sleek external lines and the best
aerodynamic efficiency in its category with a Cx coefficient of just 0.31.
The lighter weight this move contributes, combined with measures made to optimise
aerodynamics and
efficiency, mean that the 0 - 100 km / h sprint is now half a second quicker than before at 7.8 seconds, while the top speed has been raised
by 7 km / h to 212 km / h.
The new 220 pound city car was developed with an entire array of
efficiency measures in mind, including an
aerodynamic package for the body that is lowered
by about half an inch, as well as an aerodynamically optimized underbody.
Volkswagen is calling upon an entire array of
efficiency measures, including an
aerodynamic package for the body that is lowered
by 10 millimeters (including modified front end), an aerodynamically optimized underbody and low rolling resistance tires on 15 - inch alloy wheels.
The car's lightweight construction and
aerodynamic features — headlined
by the groundbreaking Air Curtains and Air Breathers — also help to maximize
efficiency.
A new fuel -
efficiency package, standard equipment on diesel models, further helps bolster
efficiency by incorporating active grille shutters that reduce
aerodynamic drag at cruising speeds.
Engine
efficiency, optimised
aerodynamics and weight reduced
by an average of 100 kilograms compared to the equivalent outgoing models mean that fuel consumption and emissions have been reduced
by up to 11 per cent, depending on the engine variant.
However, the minor
aerodynamic improvements and the optimized eight - speed automatic have enabled Volkswagen to enhance the fuel
efficiency of the SUV
by up to six percent.
Honda claims the fairing design is more
aerodynamic and the
aerodynamic efficiency has improved
by 11.8 percent.
Large air intakes sporting the hexagonal theme are linked
by a low - level front spoiler, further emphasizing the car's
aerodynamic efficiency and exceptional performance.
Thanks to extensive
aerodynamic improvements (such as air inlet openings in front, modified door mirror caps, new wheel spoiler), tyres optimised for low rolling resistance and standard 8 - speed automatic gearbox optimised for low friction, Volkswagen was able to improve the fuel
efficiency of the Touareg
by up to six per cent (V6 TDI with 150 kW).
«Reducing losses caused
by friction,
aerodynamic drag, and rolling resistance improves overall
efficiency,» explained Wesoloski.
Although there is a 7 mm increase in the front headroom, the overall height of the vehicle was reduced
by 5 mm for
aerodynamic efficiency.
In conjunction with a lowering of ride height
by 10 mm, equal attention has been paid to ensuring the smoothest possible airflow beneath the new Auris.The underfloor features a front spoiler, a lower absorber, an engine undercover, front spats, centre floor undercovers, tank side floor undercovers, a rear floor undercover and rear spats to maximise
aerodynamic efficiency.
The suspension - a five - link design both front and rear - features air springs with both adaptive damping and a self - levelling function to automatically lower the body in two stages
by up to 30 mm for improved
aerodynamic efficiency at constant motorway speeds.
The Lister Lightening carries Lister's signature yellow and green paint scheme along with a new anti-roll bar, updated spring and dampers, larger but lighter alloy wheels, chunky tires and subtly designed body kit for improved
aerodynamic efficiency, according a teaser released
by the company.
IT's height has also been reduced
by 1.6 - inches to reduce
aerodynamic drag and improve
efficiency.
The driver can raise ground clearance
by 20 mm at the press of a button at speeds below 22mph, while in Sport mode the ride height is automatically reduced
by 10 mm at certain speeds for improved
aerodynamic efficiency.
Some of the most important innovations to reduce NVH include a larger under - floor cover and more effective windshield seals, each of which help to reduce wind noise
by 2 % while aiding
aerodynamics and, ultimately, fuel
efficiency.
As a result, the
aerodynamic drag coefficient is reduced
by more than 15 percent, cooling
efficiency is improved and there is no
aerodynamic lift at highway speeds, Porsche said.
Driving
efficiency, handling performance and cabin quietness are further aided
by an
aerodynamic shape and a lightweight yet rigid body structure with significant noise - insulating materials and design features.
Source: Jaguar Press Release is on Page 2 Introducing the new Jaguar XF Sportbrake: grace, space and pace for the 21st century All - new body - style joins the Jaguar line - up this Winter as the first XF wagon to be offered in the United States
by Jaguar Smart design delivers an
aerodynamic efficiency of 0.29 Cd 31.7 - cu.
Focusing on «functional
aerodynamics» has helped Ford improve
efficiency by reducing drag and adding downforce to improve grip and handling.
Overall,
aerodynamics have been optimized
by 150 percent in term of
efficiency and gained a considerably higher downforce of 170 percent over the standard Aventador.
The M5 aims to one - up its previous fender - flared generation
by emphasizing
aerodynamic efficiency.
Overall
aerodynamic efficiency is improved
by approximately 3 percent (based on EX trim) to make it the most streamlined Accord yet.
The new Ridgeline marries
aerodynamic efficiency to a traditional truck profile, with the overall design backed up
by intensive tuning and testing.
Overall
aerodynamics have been optimized
by 150 % in term of
efficiency and gained a considerably higher downforce of 170 % over the standard Aventador.
The car's extra weight — due in part to the safety equipment and the abundance of heavy glass — hurt fuel economy: production models tested
by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) gave 16 mpg ‑ US (15 L / 100 km; 19 mpg ‑ imp) in the city, but 26 mpg ‑ US (9.0 L / 100 km; 31 mpg ‑ imp) or better on the highway (depending on driving habits and transmission), thanks to
aerodynamic efficiency.
The IONIQ's sleek exterior shape is inspired
by aerodynamic efficiency complementing the soft lines and surfaces that trace the car's outline.
To improve the
aerodynamic efficiency of the next - gen Silverado, the front grille features functional air curtains, similar to those introduced on the sixth - generation Camaro, that reduce wind drag
by routing air around the front wheel wells.
«Serially avant - garde — and yet the CLA remains true to Mercedes - Benz's core values
by setting new standards in
aerodynamics,
efficiency and driving assistance systems, for example.»
In addition to the petrol and diesel engines, with their optimised fuel economy, the car's intelligent lightweight construction concept and honed
aerodynamics — headlined
by the Air Curtains and Air Breathers — also help to maximise
efficiency.
In addition to the optimised fuel economy of the petrol and diesel engines, the intelligent lightweight construction concept and honed
aerodynamics — headlined
by the Air Curtains and Air Breathers — also help to maximise
efficiency.
The Accord PHEV picks up
efficiency by using more lightweight aluminum panels,
aerodynamic alloy wheels, brake regeneration, an aero - tuned front end, and wind - shaping plastic underbody panels.