Sentences with phrase «of underbody»

Active flaps grace the front of the underbody, while the rear flank features an «aerodynamic by - pass» to increase downforce.

The latter is mostly used in the longitudinal member of the underbody, and front and center pillars in the side body structure.

At the front, the shield - like front grill which is common to the Passat and Jetta has been developed to emphasise Concept A's off - road styling by forming part of the underbody protection.

The belly panels are constructed of Mold - in - color (MIC) black composite and essentially cover 90 % of the underbody.

The extensive use of underbody treatments, including a stylized lower radiator close out panel that is positioned below the front fascia, front and rear tire spats, an engine belly pan, two mid-floor belly pans, a center diffuser and outboard diffusers, collectively reduce aerodynamic drag by 7 %.

An onboard compressor with four separate high - pressure air tanks fitted along the sides of the underbody allow you to adjust the tire pressure, taking just 20 seconds to increase from a sand - friendly 7.3 psi up to the 26 psi required for on - road use.

This SUV convertible required quite a bit of redesigning and planning to make the concept work, including 441 pounds of underbody strengthening and the fitting of a complex electric soft top, which is notably larger than an average convertible.

It is not, however, an off - roader, because there's no low - range gearing, adequate ground clearance or much in the way of underbody protection.

Another factor here is the design of the underbody: the aerodynamically - optimized structure incorporates smooth panels extending to the sides, under the engine compartment shield and around the front section of the exhaust tunnel.

Because of underbody clearance issues, the Magnum misses out on MRC, instead getting the softer tune of its passive FE3 rear suspension, as well as the upgraded brakes and cooling package.

Modification to the rear section of the underbody (additional air intakes, spoiler) and airflow to the brake discs via supply tube and deflector plates

This is accomplished with the help of underbody covers below the engine (with aerodynamic steps), the full floor, and fuel - tank covers, as well as a rear - floor diffuser with vertical fin and airfoil.

Another important aerodynamic detail that greatly contributes to the Insight body's low coefficient of drag is the careful management of underbody airflow.

IED threats can be suppressed courtesy of the underbody armour plating that will keep the damage to a minimum.

The treatment of the underbody has been given equally close attention, with an almost completely smooth finish.

Additionally, the four vertically - positioned ring structures used for the upper body are bonded to the reinforcement area of the underbody, further enhancing overall rigidity.

Towards its lower edge, the bumper finishes with a section in light silver with the visual appearance of underbody protection.

More than 600 hours of development time in Chrysler Group's wind tunnel combined with segment - leading technology, such as active grille shutters and extensive use of underbody belly panels, helped Dodge Dart achieve its world - class aerodynamic performance

An advanced Quadra - Lift ® Air Suspension system providing up to 274 mm (10.8 in) of ground clearance, and a full complement of underbody armour and skid plates add to its dominating off - road prowess.

The Evo even has fins on the trailing edge of the underbody.

It also underwent a complete cleaning, blasting and undercoating of underbody and frame.

Ford says that because the convertible was designed in tandem with the coupe, engineers were able to nearly double the torsional stiffness of the underbody to make it the most solid and quiet Mustang convertible yet, while reducing added weight and cost.

Aerodynamic efficiency, courtesy of optimized trim and airflow - channeling elements which are fitted across the whole of the underbody; provide a considerable degree of underbody sealing.

It does require the removable of the underbody air valance.

Red tow hooks front and rear and a matte - black hood accent further differentiate the Trailhawk from the rest of the Compass line, while a hidden set of underbody protection shields keep the engine, oil pan and gas tank from harm's way.

3rd Place: Lexus GX 460 What's Hot: Great daily driver, isolated cabin, enthusiastic drivetrain, efficient What's Not: Intrusive electronics, lack of underbody protection, dull styling Our Take: A very good tool that has lost its edge From the Logbook:

Detailed management of underbody and engine - room airflow, along with specific wheel designs, net further reductions in drag.

With standard front and rear locking differentials, the Ram Articulink suspension (with an electronically disconnecting front sway bar), Bilstein shock absorbers, an integrated 12,000 pound Warn winch and plenty of underbody protection, the Power Wagon delivers the highest level of off - road capability in its class.

The sideskirts have also been further widened, a measure that has enlarged the overall surface area of the underbody — for another increase in downforce.

The front of the car is dominated by a large grille opening and two support pylons for the aerodynamic double spoiler which channels air to the two radiators and generates suction that pulls air towards the central aero section of the underbody.

The keys to successful rock crawling, rift straddling, and sand wrestling are steep approach and departure angles, a sturdy frame, and plenty of underbody protection.

Despite its clean profile the Aston actually delivers genuine downforce, a feat that's been achieved courtesy of a front splitter, vents in the front wings, a number of underbody channels and a huge rear diffuser.

A distinct lack of underbody protection (illustrated most clearly by a low hanging exhaust box) and the fitment of road tyres confirm the really rough stuff is out of reach.

However, due to the design of an underbody skid plate, debris could accumulate near the converter.

Built on VW group's MLB platform, the Macan shares around a third of its underbody components with the Audi Q5.

Beneath the ZL1, you'll find a comprehensive package of underbody shields for sleeker aerodynamics.

Not exact matches

IndyCar has done what many feel Formula 1 should be doing and introducing more underbody aero whilst removing many of the winglets and stuff from the upper surfaces which create dirty air.

There is a receiving device installed on the underbody of the OLEV that converts these fields into electricity.

One trick that helped was a gently curving underbody instead of the tailpipe, transmission, and fluid pans normally found under cars.

Red underbody lighting gives the impression of hovering, and a Cyclops - like headlight leads the way.

Further aiding overall airflow are outlets aft of the front and rear wheels and an underbody piece that's also designed to protect the vehicle.

Further fueling our intrigue are the lack of exhaust cutouts and an aerodynamically efficient sealed underbody.

There haven't been any underbody shots just yet but with how large the rear «diffuser» is I suspect it is actually the underside of an airfoil.

Low drag and high downforce — the former critical to besting the 217 - mph top speed of the Enzo — are achieved with an underbody tray, a rear diffuser, active aerodynamics in the wheelhouses, brake - cooling ducts, and grilles that can be selectively opened and closed.

Mostly, I figure, laps first in a street Acura TLX (with racing brake pads, special tires, and accessory underbody spoilers) are designed to slow down an anxious group of race - driver wannabees, and so before I don my borrowed helmet and suit, I figure I'll eat up most of my allotted time in the same kind of car you can buy at your local dealer and maybe ease into the race car later in the day and minimize my exposure.

Gravel loosened by a winter of heavy frosts is being ripped up by the tyres and flung at the underbody, while great head - snapping waves of turbo boost fling the car across the ground at an astonishing rate.

This whole lower rear corner is a bit awkward, in that there is a black shelf coming off the transverse chrome strip, its tight corner radius pinches the outer edge of the exhaust outlet, and there is that graceless pointed intersection of body color and underbody black.

These new bumpers, along with freshened underbody aerodynamics and a rear wing that sits 0.78 - inch higher, contribute to an aerodynamic profile that produces 340 pounds of downforce at speed — 20 percent more than before.

The Porsche Mission E concept's battery pack is mounted in the underbody for a low center of gravity, like in a Tesla Model S.

(For roughly the equivalent of $ 4,800 in Europe, it includes BDR, top - view cameras, and underbody protection.)