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Sven7 · 10-10-2014, 02:22 PM

Renault Eolab Concept does it too.

I would wager that it's a compromise to get slightly lower drag on a less-than-ideal shape such as a notchback/coupe (Ferrari, Acura) or hatch (Eolab). You'll note that all-out aero cars such as the VW XL-1 don't have them.

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Sven7 Master EcoModder Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Warren, MI Posts: 2,456 Boo Radley - '65 Ford F100 90 day: 13.28 mpg (US) Thanks: 782 Thanked 669 Times in 411 Posts	Renault Eolab Concept does it too. I would wager that it's a compromise to get slightly lower drag on a less-than-ideal shape such as a notchback/coupe (Ferrari, Acura) or hatch (Eolab). You'll note that all-out aero cars such as the VW XL-1 don't have them. __________________ He gave me a dollar. A blood-soaked dollar. I cannot get the spot out but it's okay; It still works in the store