Glossary / General

aerodynamic efficiency

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A car that moves smoothly through air has good aerodynamic efficiency, meaning it uses less energy to go fast and stays stable.

Technical Definition

Aerodynamic efficiency refers to how well a car’s shape reduces air resistance (drag) while maintaining necessary downforce.

Hear It Discussed

"...So, aerodynamic efficiency. Second of all, this is a parts car."
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"with engine efficiency and aerodynamic efficiency that they're getting the MPG,"
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"But we can tell that perhaps some of the boxy Range Rover styling has made way for aerodynamic efficiency."
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