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Daox · 11-12-2009, 08:32 AM

After about 35 mph, your car is now using the majority of its energy to overcome aerodynamic drag. Even at 30 mph its usually around 40% aero drag. Aeromods are useful at even at low speeds.

11-12-2009, 08:32 AM	#35 (permalink)
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