Getting Smarter About AerodynamicsMost cars get aerodynamic add-ons for one of two reasons: performance or efficiency. Sports cars use splitters, wings, and diffusers to stay glued to the road at speed. But for hybrids and EVs, it’s all about squeezing out more range by cutting drag wherever possible.Apparently, one of the latest vehicles to receive an active aerodynamic trick is also one of the world’s best-selling SUVs: the new-generation Toyota RAV4.Hidden under the RAV4’s front bumper is a small but clever setup called Active Front Spats, developed by Toyota and Aisin. They look like simple panels in front of the tires, but their job is to manage airflow around the wheels – one of the trickiest spots for aerodynamics on any car.
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Author: Jacob Oliva
