This midsize sedan features a number of minor enhancements including new front and rear fascias that
reduce aerodynamic drag as well as unique wheel offerings.
Not exact matches
Comparing the front end of the new R18 with last year's car, the most obvious difference are the bigger dive planes,
as well
as huge air inlets on the front wheel arches, the latter in an attempt to
reduce aerodynamic drag.
The rear - end design is downright dominated by a gigantic
aerodynamic diffuser which is not all show and no go,
as it helps the car achieve better downforce while
reducing drag.
The front spoiler
reduces aerodynamic lift by 30 percent and the rear one
reduces lift by 57 percent, yet the car has the same coefficient of
drag as a stock 750i.
To
reduce their
drag factor to slice through the air
as they travel and
reduce fuel consumption further, they are considerably more
aerodynamic than conventional cars.
As a result of the comprehensive
aerodynamic measures, the new Toyota Auris» coefficient of
drag has been
reduced from Cd 0.292 to just Cd 0.28.
Following too closely can be stressful and feel pushy to the driver in front of you, can be perceived
as self - centered to those whose bumper you are riding, and should not be used to
reduce aerodynamic drag for a few ounces of fuel savings.
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.
As part of the exterior styling, the latest Ford Escape rocks an
aerodynamic design and boasts Active Grille Shutters that
reduce drag and therefore increase fuel efficiency.
The windshield wipers are positioned at the same level
as the Accord's rear hood edge when not in use,
reducing aerodynamic drag and wind noise.
lower than the Jeep Grand Cherokee, which
reduces aerodynamic drag,
as well
as the centre of gravity, and contributes to the vehicle's stability and aggressive stance.
The Jetta Hybrid's exterior shape is the same
as regular Jettas but it gets a few
aerodynamic tweaks to
reduce coefficient of
drag to 0.28 from 0.30.
The F - Pace SVR also receives an upgraded
aerodynamic package with unique front and rear bumpers that claim to enhance cooling,
reduce lift and
drag, and aid high - speed stability,
as well
as lower side panels and a rear spoiler.
Even the styling of the new Escape plays off eco-friendly cues,
as the shape rocks an
aerodynamic design and Active Grille Shutters that
reduce drag and increase fuel efficiency.
As a result, the dimensions of the rear wing can be
reduced without a corresponding increase of
aerodynamic drag.
It's easy to spot some of the new
aerodynamic appendages on the bodywork such
as the large rear wing and diffuser, but the Performante has a trick up its sleeve — it features active
aerodynamics in the form of moving flaps, for
reduced drag on the straights and extra downforce when it's needed in the corners.
Through the use of computational fluid dynamic (CFD) simulations
as well
as testing of 40 % scale models in the company's advanced wind tunnel facility in Ohio, the NSX development team fine - tuned the various body shapes, intake and exhaust vents and vehicle strakes to
reduce aerodynamic drag, create downforce, maximize cooling and efficiently exhaust unwanted heat.
Audi focused on
reducing its
aerodynamic drag coefficient
as well by making certain modifications to the outer shell and on the wheels.
Wide but also extremely
aerodynamic, the cabin design allows both a roomy interior and a quiet ride
as air slips smoothly over the flush - mounted acoustic glass and other
drag - and turbulence -
reducing design details.
Chassis incorporates weight redistribution, weight reduction and tyre wear, while
aerodynamics improves front downforce, rear downforce,
drag and DRS, alongside power train which enhances engine power and fuel consumption, although durability also plays a huge part
as it
reduces wear on power units and gearbox components throughout a range of enhancements to general wear, internal combustion engine, motor generator unit kinetic and heat, energy store, turbo charger, control electronics and gearbox.
Second, the IEA report finds that energy - efficiency improvements for the existing fleet should include
aerodynamic retrofits to
reduce drag as well
as low - rolling resistance tires.