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Aerodynamic Drag Air Flow

As the air flows over the car, the shape and smoothness of the body determines how much drag it creates. For a lower Cd, we need to have a polished surface that is free of protruding objects such as bolt heads, hood edges, crash wrinkles, and so on.
Race Car Aerodynamics - Short Track Aero Drag

As the air flows over the car, the shape and smoothness of the body determines how much drag it creates. For a lower Cd, we need to have a polished surface that is free of protruding objects such as bolt heads, hood edges, crash wrinkles, and so on.  View Related Article

 

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