2012 Mercedes B class

[majestic]

I, like many others here, have a profound interest in tire deflectors.

Here is yet another intriguing example.

As we know, the wheels and the the wheel wells (and related components - suspension etc) contribute greatly towards a vehicle's Cd. Targeting these areas are highly desirable for manufactures (and ecomodders alike) because of their limited impact on styling.

[majestic]

Outstanding aerodynamics: astounding cd value despite station wagon rear end

An outstanding drag coefficient of cd = 0.26 places the new B-Class at the forefront of its market segment. Apart from the aerodynamic exterior design, numerous optimisation measures on points of detail such as the air flow around the front wheels, the underbody design and the cooling air flow are also crucial contributory factors to this excellent aerodynamic performance. Patents are pending for innovative details such as the serrated wheel arch spoiler. With the optional ECO Technology package, which will be available at a later date, the B-Class even achieves the world-class aerodynamic credentials of the E-Class Coupé, attaining a drag coefficient of cd = 0.24 which is nothing short of sensational for a vehicle with a station wagon rear end.

[Otto]

Patent pending though that thingy may be, a cheapo copycat version made of, say, a rubber waste basket and some shears, would be easy.