Acura's TLX GT also received
new aerodynamic elements including new front fender louvres, revised dive planes, and a larger rear wing for increased downforce.
One, to these eyes it no longer looks as classically beautiful as the F12, thanks mainly to
the new aerodynamic elements along its flanks and at the back.
Not exact matches
Ford, for instance, will offer improved fuel economy of more than 2 mpg on its
new Atlas Concept pickup truck featured in Detroit last week with a combination of what the company calls «active
aerodynamic elements.»
A matte - silver
element divides the upper front grille in half, a
new fascia features enormous inlets to feed and cool the twin - turbo engine, and a matte - silver front splitter helps reduce
aerodynamic lift at speed.
Styling enhancements start with a
new front end that drops Telsa's characteristic blanked - off grille and replaces it with a sharper front bumper design, incorporating vents and
aerodynamic elements.
But there are a few unique
elements like a
new grille with active shutters, as well as
aerodynamic bumper lowers front and rear... LED tail lights... rear lip spoiler... side sills... and re-designed side mirrors.
The rear view of the
new 4 - door coupé picks up on familiar features of the AMG GT design idiom: extremely slim LED tail lights define the hallmark boot sill line, the rear aerofoil extendable in several stages not only underscores the family affiliation; it is also an important
element of the active
aerodynamics.
The ALPINA design and
aerodynamic elements underscore the elegant and athletic appearance of the
new BMW ALPINA B7 xDrive.
The front mid V8 biturbo engine with transaxle transmission, producing 430 kW / 585 PS, a substantial modified undercarriage,
new aerodynamic and the intelligent light weight construction are the key
elements of an ultimate driving experience.
The front end blends smoothly into the cabin, which offers flowing curves, while design
elements such as the shape of the trunklid help give the
new Versa Sedan excellent
aerodynamics, including a low coefficient of drag of just 0.31.
The
aerodynamics concept also includes the
new, in part movable
elements at the front, on the sides and at the rear of the Audi e-tron quattro concept.
Ford says that the
new RS will also feature the most powerful braking system offered in this model yet, plus exterior design
elements aimed at cooling and
aerodynamics to produce 9 percent less drag than the outgoing model.
• Body structure weight - optimised and crash - optimised; standard safety features including front and side airbags, side curtain airbags, 3 - point automatic seat belts on all seats, with belt tensioners and belt force limiters at front, ISOFIX children's seat mounting at rear, Run Flat Indicator and partially active engine compartment lid to optimise pedestrian protection; vehicle weight lower than in predecessor models and competitors in the segment in virtually all variants of the
new MINI despite extended range of fittings; increased acoustic and vibrational comfort: optimised
aerodynamic properties as appropriate to each specific model including active cooling air flaps, underbody trim panel and air ducting
elements in the upper section of the C columns; best
aerodynamic figures within the competitive environment: Cd value reduced to 0.28 (MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper D).
Key design
elements include the D - type - inspired fairing behind the driver's head, shorter windshield,
new front bumper, and downforce - increasing
aerodynamic modifications — including a carbon - fibre front splitter, side skirts, rear diffuser and adjustable rear spoiler.
• Body structure weight - optimised and crash - optimised; standard safety features including front and side airbags, side curtain airbags, 3 - point automatic seat belts on all seats, with belt tensioners and belt force limiters at front, ISOFIX children's seat mounting at rear, Run Flat Indicator and partially active engine compartment lid to optimise pedestrian protection; vehicle weight lower than in predecessor models and competitors in the segment in virtually all variants of the
new MINI despite extended range of fittings; increased acoustic and vibrational comfort: optimised
aerodynamic properties as appropriate to each specific model including active cooling air flaps, underbody trim panel and air ducting
elements in the upper section of the C columns; best
aerodynamic figures within the competitive environment: Cd value reduced to 0.28 or 0.31 (MINI Cooper S).
Aerodynamic Form and Function Although the
new PHEV boasts the same bold styling as the redesigned Optima, it offers distinctive design features and exterior
elements that differentiate it from the gas - powered models in the Optima range, while also achieving the segment's lowest coefficient of drag, tied with the Tesla Model S at 0.24 Cd.
Aerodynamic Form and Function Although the
new Hybrid boasts the same bold styling as the redesigned 2016 Optima, it offers distinctive design features and exterior
elements that differentiate it from the gas - powered models in the Optima range, while also achieving a coefficient of drag that is among the lowest in the segment at 0.24 Cd.
All models will receive an
aerodynamic kit that includes a
new front spoiler, chromed grille, rear skirt insert with integrated sports exhaust, rear roof spoiler, and rear spoiler and side skirts with chromed design
elements.
Key design
elements of the 2015 Jetta include an extended wheelbase that stretches 104.4 inches; rear - seat legroom of 38.1 inches; gently arcing roofline that enables ample headroom of 37.1 inches for rear - seat passengers; 15.5 cubic feet of usable trunk space; and a
new front bumper that helps to reduce air drag, improving
aerodynamics and fuel efficiency.
Tonight Audi said the concept will set a
new aerodynamic record for SUVs at 0.25 Cd, thanks in part to the low - slung coupe - like roofline, «movable
aerodynamic elements at the front, on the sides and at the rear» and a completely enclosed underbody.
Precisely drawn lines, a fully
new light signature by the headlights as well as
aerodynamic «blades» (narrow
aerodynamic elements in the style of the Golf GTI) in the side of the bumper join together to form a
new front section look.
The
new variants are likely to make do without some of the Giulia Quadrifoglio Verde's sportier
elements, like active
aerodynamics that change in profile depending on the amount of grip or straight - line speed needed.
For the 2014 model year, the Optima Hybrid gets several updates, including restyled front and rear fascias that were optimized to increase
aerodynamic efficiency,
new wheel designs, and unique grille and lighting
elements.
The design upgrade, reminiscent of Maserati's first SUV - Levante, also includes stocky air vents at the front,
new electrically adjustable air splitter which, according to the Italian luxury carmaker, together with other
elements improves the Quattroporte's
aerodynamic drag by 10 per cent.
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.
The most obvious
new element is a large racing - style rear wing which improves
aerodynamic efficiency and generates additional downforce.
Newly designed and more
aerodynamic 16 - and 17 - inch alloy wheels (LX and EX, respectively) reduce weight and drag while superbly integrating with the Optima's eye - catching
new design
elements.
The improved track performance is driven by four key
elements:
Aerodynamics:
New aero features including a carbon fiber rear wing, specific air deflectors and dive planes on the front fascia produce grip - generating downforce to help the car stick harder and drive faster in turns.
Chevrolet has added various
aerodynamic elements and
new LED headlights to have the LS / LT, RS, and SS models stand apart.
It does carry the Panamericana radiator grille, typical for the latest AMG models, with the three - pointed star supported by the thin vertical blades, featuring gaping air inlets and active
aerodynamic elements for a better air flow and — what is
new for the Affalterbach - made models, narrow angular headlights.
Compared with the «regular» BMW X5 and the BMW X6, the share of black plastic surfaces around the lower section of the body is reduced on both
new models, giving even greater emphasis to the road going - orientation of the BMW X5 M and the BMW X6 M. Particularly the body
elements fulfilling major functions in terms of
aerodynamics and the flow of cooling air are clearly accentuated on both models.
Aerodynamic form and function Although the
new PHEV boasts the same bold styling as the redesigned Optima, it offers distinctive design features and exterior
elements that differentiate it from the gas - powered models in the Optima range, while also achieving the segment's lowest coefficient of drag, tied with the Tesla Model S at 0.24 Cd.
Better quality of content, bigger scale,
new physics, more realistic
aerodynamics and
new game
elements set this title apart from all which came before.