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Lamborghini Murcielago - RSportsCars.com (#)

„Furthermore, to ensure correct aerodynamic equilibrium at all speeds, the angle of the rear spoiler can also be altered. According to the speed of the car, the rear spoiler can assume three different positions: closed from 0 to 80 mph, partially open (50°) between 80 and 140 mph and fully open (70°) above 140 mph. Depending on the aperture of the air intakes and the position of the rear spoiler, the car's Cx coefficient varies from a minimum of 0.33 to a maximum of 0.36 ...“

http://www.rsportscars.com/eng/cars/ murcielago.asp - Cached

Volkswagen : Bentley Continental GT (#)

„In fact the aerodynamics department at Crewe, formed in 1999, had a rather more elegant solution in mind. The Continental GT is indeed fitted with a rear spoiler, but one so skilfully integrated into the design of the car, where the rear screen meets the bootlid; it is for the most part invisible. The spoiler works in harmony with the rear diffuser that sits out of site out of the car, deploying automatically when high speed merit additional downforce.“

http://www.autointell.com/european_companies/rolls-royce-bentley/.../ bentley_continental-gt-03.htm - Cached

2004 Future Cars, Trucks, & SUVs - Spied Vehicles - Motor Trend (#)

„Equipped with continuously variable valve timing, Spectra's new engine can be mated to either a five-speed manual or an optional, electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission promising fuel economy of 25 mpg city and 34 mpg highway. Available in two trim levels, both models offer a satisfying assortment of standard features, though major options for the LX model include four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, air conditioning, rear spoiler, and carpeted floor mats ...“

http://www.motortrend.com/future/car_forecast/ 112_2004fvf - Cached

Mercedes Benz Releases the 2008 SLR McLaren 722 - AutoSpies Auto News (#)

„It's all thanks to the air-splitter at the front end of the SLR 722 Edition. Consisting of carbon with a clear-coat finish, the distinctively shaped spoiler lip not only enhances aerodynamics, it also increases the downforce at the front axle by 128 percent. Small wheel spoilers, also finished in carbon, reduce air swirl at the rear axle, making for a smoother airflow and optimising road feel ...“

http://www.autospies.com/news/.../ - Cached

Subaru Impreza WRX STI - RSportsCars.com (#)

„The scoop in the aluminum hood feeds outside air to an intercooler that is significantly larger than the intercooler used on WRX models. The dual-plane rear spoiler – which appears to be borrowed directly from the Impreza World Rally Car – helps reduce lift and improve stability at track speeds. An aerodynamic underbody cover and the new roof vane spoiler contribute to enhanced high-speed track stability ...“

http://www.rsportscars.com/eng/cars/ impreza_wrx_sti.asp - Cached

2009 Dodge Challenger - Popular Mechanics (#)

„If Chrysler builds the new challenger just like the concept. I'll take mine in a limelight green with a 6 spd., a shaker hood, and a little carbon fiber spoiler on the deck lid. Don't blow it Chrysler, like you did with the Charger. If there is one pinhead in that entire company, with one shred of muscle car running through his veins, please, please, please, build this CHALLENGER and make it BAAAADDDDD!!!“

http://www.popularmechanics.com/blogs/automotive_news/ 1631361.html - Cached

Report: South Africa May Crack Down on SUVs and Off-Road Vehicles (#)

„Unfortunately, US auto manufactures don't make cars like that any more. Many US spec cars have difficulty negotiating a speed bump due the seemingly mandatory spoiler/ground effects and the ridiculously low suspension heights. Not to mention the standard wheels that support only low profile tires available only in performance treads that are worthless in mud, snow, or sand.“

http://www.greencarcongress.com/2006/07/ report_south_af.html - Cached

Found at a page of Mike Millikin, posted on 2006/07/30

BMW M3 GTR Street Version, M3 GTR - RSportsCars.com (#)

„For weight reduction purposes the roof, the rear spoiler as well as the front and rear aprons are made of carbon fiber reinforced plastic - just like in the race version. The extended front and rear apron as well as the rear spoiler optimize the aerodynamics of the M3 GTR. Additional cooling slits in the bonnet ensure the high-performance powerplant's thermal well-being.“

http://www.rsportscars.com/eng/cars/ bmw_m3gtr.asp - Cached

Ferrari F430 Spider - RSportsCars.com (#)

„The F430 Spider’s shape is the result of lengthy testing and features a pronounced rear lip spoiler which is integrated into the end of the engine cover, new bigger rear air intakes that emphasize the car’s muscular stance, and a new rear valance that incorporates a diffuser of competition derivation. The engine itself is attractively set below a glass cover.“

http://www.rsportscars.com/eng/cars/ f430_spider.asp - Cached

2007 Infiniti G35 Sedan revealed (#)

„"oooh I like the rear" SHUT UP it's the same ugly spaceship shape as the current car, and then they added that stupid spoiler…AND they also ruined the coolest thing about the current car, the front lights and 911-like fender tops! I like the IS350 better now, and even the Bangled 3 series is better looking.“

http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/04/12/2007-infiniti-g35-sedan-revealed/ - Cached

Autoblog (#)

„New headlights up front featuring HID units on top of larger air intakes with integrated horizontal turn indicators. A subtle line surrounds the bottom of the car, flowing from the chin spoiler, down the rocker panels and meeting the rear bumper, which has been restyled to incorporate new LED taillights.“

http://www.autoblog.com/category/porsche/ - Cached

Autoblog (#)

„A lip spoiler changes the airflow behind the vehicle by interrupting the smooth flow coming over the top of the car. That interruption reduces lift. The problem with a spoiler, is that they require a specific shape to attain their spoiling effect, dictating styling direction.“

http://www.autoblog.com/category/tech/ - Cached

Audi AG: Audi TT 2006 (#)

„When the new Audi TT is stationary, its electrically operated rear spoiler is visible only as an unobtrusive lip. When the car reaches a speed of 120 km/h, the spoiler is extended in a two-dimensional curve motion.“

http://www.autointell.com/european_companies/volkswagen/audi-ag/audi-cars/.../ audi-tt-06.htm - Cached

Acura finally updates its NSX - Popular Mechanics (#)

„The car will get an all-new grille, a new bumper face and skirt, air spoiler and fixed-position headlights. The side sills, side intakes and rear fascia have also been enhanced.“

http://www.popularmechanics.com/automotive/new_cars/ 1269596.html - Cached

New Lancer unveiled - AutoSpies Auto News (#)

„This new Lancer is just the standard version. It's basically the concept car without a spoiler and big wheels.“

http://www.autospies.com/news/new-lancer-unveiled-10702/ - Cached

 

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Posted at March 7, 2007 03:44 PM