Chuck,
Do you have a blog or a photo web page? You can PM me the links, and/or your email, and exchange ideas. Here's my latest blog post on CarBEN EV:
Neil Blanchard Designs: CarBEN EV Open Source Project part 4 [Updated 10 May 11]
I know that ride leveling is important for good aero. I'm hoping to look into using Levant Power regenerative shocks, along with foam-filled tires that would do 3 positive things:
Lower rolling resistance
Avoid flats and leaks and the need to monitor pressure
Transmit more motion through to the regenerative shock absorbers
The Levant shocks are able to be dynamically tuned, as well, so they should be able to be comfortable over bumps and still offer firm handling, too.
The FVT motors I am planning on using, are direct drive and so it maybe better to have FVT fabricate the front suspension, too?