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Old 02-27-2008, 01:43 PM   #1 (permalink)
trebuchet03
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The Wagen - '00 Jetta GLS
90 day: 32.72 mpg (US)
Gravity racer gallery - extreme aerodynamics

EDIT: split/copied this post from another thread. Some gorgeous examples of aero engineering from the big auto makers...

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Some of the big auto mfr's compete every year in "extreme" downhill gravity races - and it's a really big deal for them.


Volvo


Volvo


Lotus


Nissan


Mazda


Audi


GM (Front)


Bentley


VW


Nissan (A winning team)

So ya, it's a big slap in the face. They know how important aerodynamics are - they're using it on downhill races where top speeds are ~50mph IIRC. Yet, bricks come off the assembly lines... Feel free to split this post off if you want...


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