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Old 09-02-2010, 02:01 PM   #2 (permalink)
RobertSmalls
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Opinions?
Everyone has them, and they all stink. You should install some wheel skirts. If your wheels have an awful, air-churning design, cover those too.

A Metro spends half of its energy overcoming drag at a 30mph steady state cruise: Aerodynamic & rolling resistance, power & MPG calculator - EcoModder.com

So while drag reduction is less important at lower speeds, it still plays a role. In some cars, it's a larger role than in others.
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