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Old 01-03-2012, 11:14 PM   #24 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Ryland View Post
Nissan did some things to the Leaf that added more drag, like the odd shaped headlights, but they did this so the inside of the car would be quieter.
I think the headlights were shaped to reduce the drag created by the outside mirrors. Many newer cars have similar protrusions, apparently with a similar purpose. Necessary until the regulations allow cameras to replace the mirrors.


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