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Old 12-06-2020, 11:20 AM   #28 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by RedDevil View Post
I have noticed a protruding ridge on the A pillars of some modern cars.
I think the approach is an attempt to channel air towards the roof rather than flowing over the A pillars towards the side windows. At least the high pressure zone over the windshield should be deeper this way allowing for a smoother airflow over the hood and windshield.
Any cars in particular that you have seen that have this ?
( Or a photo pehaps )
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