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Mercedes splits car specs at Singapore: Antonelli gets new aero, Russell runs old parts
formula-12 days ago

Mercedes splits car specs at Singapore: Antonelli gets new aero, Russell runs old parts

Mercedes has confirmed a split-specification strategy for the Singapore Grand Prix. Kimi Antonelli will run the controversial new aerodynamic package to defend his championship lead, while George Russell will revert to an older specification. This decision is driven by Russell's mandatory engine penalty, which forces him to start at the back of the grid, allowing the team to use his car for comparative testing without risking Antonelli's title chances.

via Motorsport.com|
#aerodynamics#formula-1#george-russell
VW's Mission Efficiency sets eye-popping aero and energy benchmarks for road EVs
transportation26 days ago

VW's Mission Efficiency sets eye-popping aero and energy benchmarks for road EVs

Volkswagen's Mission Efficiency, a near-production two-seat EV, claims the world’s lowest drag coefficient for a road-legal car (0.158) and a record 6.48 kWh/100 km at 68 km/h; VW also reports a 1,278 km Wolfsburg–Vienna trip on a single charge with 164 km of range left, aided by aero-focused design (teardrop shape, full underbody, wheel covers) and lightweight components, plus a solar roof. The takeaway is that aero efficiency here is as much a design challenge as a hardware race, and it highlights broader industry push for slipperier EVs.

via The Verge|
#aerodynamics#drag-coefficient-0-158#electric-cars
VW Mission Efficiency Hits 794 Miles on One Charge with Ultra-Low Drag
technology26 days ago

VW Mission Efficiency Hits 794 Miles on One Charge with Ultra-Low Drag

Volkswagen's Mission Efficiency concept, built on the MEB+ platform with the ID. Polo’s motor and a 54.9 kWh net battery, achieves a 0.158 drag coefficient and extreme aerodynamics to deliver 1,278 km (794 miles) on a single charge at about 42 mph, leaving about 164 km (102 miles) of range. It records 6.89 kWh/100 km without charging losses (7.51 kWh/100 km including losses). The car features extensive aero work (covered rear wheels, wheel deflectors, rear tail), a solar roof, lightweight interior, and practical storage, aiming for efficiency rather than immediate production. VW notes no production version is confirmed; charging supports up to 105 kW DC and 11 kW AC, with solar potentially adding up to ~30 km per day in ideal conditions.

via Motor1.com|
#aerodynamics#ev#mission-efficiency
Gravel bikes go bigger and faster: five new rigs shaping the scene
technology28 days ago

Gravel bikes go bigger and faster: five new rigs shaping the scene

A five-bike roundup shows gravel bikes evolving toward greater tyre clearance, aero performance, and new wheel-size options. Scott Addict Gravel emphasizes ultra-lightweight and traction with 57mm clearance and a streamlined cockpit; Factor Elara adds road-like aerodynamics and 57mm clearance with compact 423mm chainstays and in-frame storage; Winspace G5 delivers strong spec at a lower price with up to 58mm front clearance, 53mm rear, in-frame storage, and an optional suspension fork; Mosaic GT i55 32 is purpose-built for 32-inch wheels, aiming to reduce stack and preserve gravel geometry; Quirk Kegety pairs Columbus steel with 50mm clearance and 3D-printed components for gravel-adventure riding. Overall, the trend is toward bigger tyre clearances, better stability, and long-distance capability, with a mix of lightweights, aero-focus, and budget-friendly options driving the category forward.

via BikeRadar|
#32in-wheels#aerodynamics#gravel-bikes
Bentley’s Supersports trims weight for track-ready luxury
technology1 month ago

Bentley’s Supersports trims weight for track-ready luxury

Bentley is producing 500 Supersports, the lightest Bentley in 85 years, by stripping rear seats and using weight-saving aero and chassis tweaks. It rides on a revised 4.0L twin-turbo V8 that makes 657 hp and 590 lb-ft, powers only the rear wheels, and is stabilized by 48V active anti-roll bars, rear-wheel steering, and an electronic limited-slip diff. With a carbon roof, a bold aero kit, and a large rear spoiler, it weighs under 4,407 lb and aims for strong track performance while remaining road-legal. The interior uses carbon bins instead of rear seats, and Bentley plans to build 500 units starting at about $486,200; two cars have been shown at Laguna Seca so far.

via Ars Technica|
#aerodynamics#bentley#lightweight
Continental widens Aero 111 to 32mm for front‑wheel aerodynamics
cycling1 month ago

Continental widens Aero 111 to 32mm for front‑wheel aerodynamics

Continental has expanded its Aero 111 line with a 32mm width front tyre, preserving the front‑specific aero design with 48 vortex generators for better aerodynamics and crosswind stability. The 32mm model weighs about 310g, is tubeless‑ready and black sidewall, and is priced around £113.95 / $140.94 / €128.95. It was developed with Swiss Side and DT Swiss and remains compatible with certain wheelsets, continuing to pair with the Grand Prix 5000 S TR rear tyre as part of Continental’s aero tyre lineup.

via BikeRadar|
#32mm-width#aero111#aerodynamics
Koenigsegg CCGT1: A 1,600-HP Road-Going Racer
technology1 month ago

Koenigsegg CCGT1: A 1,600-HP Road-Going Racer

Koenigsegg unveils the CCGT1, a road-legal megacar honoring its GT1 race lineage. It makes 1,280 hp on regular fuel and up to 1,600 hp on E85, with as much as 1,764 pounds of downforce at 155 mph thanks to extensive aero, including a large active rear wing. Limited to 70 units, all of which sold out within hours of the debut, the car also features a Ghost Fibre composite and a new track package with race-ready equipment for near‑race performance.

via Motor1.com|
#1600hp#aerodynamics#ccgt1
Pogačar-Made Pace: Tech, Tactics and Training Propel Tour de France Speeds
sports2 months ago

Pogačar-Made Pace: Tech, Tactics and Training Propel Tour de France Speeds

The 2026 Tour de France saw record speeds driven by aero bikes and equipment, optimized nutrition, and relentless tactics, with Tadej Pogačar setting multiple climbing and stage records and reshaping how the yellow jersey is raced; shorter routes, smarter training and recovery, and stricter testing all underpin the faster era, reinforcing that improved science and strategy are the main accelerants—doping concerns aside, the pace is here to stay.

via BikeRadar|
#aerodynamics#cycling-technology#nutrition
Spa floor teardown hints at Mercedes' 2026 aero playbook
formula-12 months ago

Spa floor teardown hints at Mercedes' 2026 aero playbook

Mercedes' Spa floor teardown reveals how the 2026 F1 aero package relies on diffuser and underbody flow to generate rear downforce and stability. The analysis highlights features like the diffuser kick line, inner 'hole', and floor edges that energize underbody airflow and control flow separation and tyre squirt, with Mercedes tweaking the Canadian GP setup to improve rear grip and driver confidence.

via Motorsport.com|
#aerodynamics#diffuser#formula-1
McLaren 788HS: 777-HP Limited Sendoff for the 720S Family
automotive3 months ago

McLaren 788HS: 777-HP Limited Sendoff for the 720S Family

McLaren introduces the 788HS as a 777-hp High Sport limited to 100 Coupes and 100 Spiders, capping the era of the 720S/765LT/750S lineup. It features aero upgrades that deliver about 10% more downforce, a stiffer front end, and an optional full carbon-fiber body. Weighing 1,265 kg in coupe form for an exceptional power-to-weight ratio, it accelerates from 0-62 mph in 2.8 seconds, hits 0-124 mph in 7 seconds, and tops at 205 mph, with carbon-ceramic brakes on forged wheels and MSO customization for all 200 units. McLaren hints at future developments—potential successors or even an SUV—while keeping details under wraps until summer.

via Motor1.com|
#aerodynamics#automotive#carbon-fiber-body
Pinarello Dogma X aims for elite endurance with eye-watering pricing
technology3 months ago

Pinarello Dogma X aims for elite endurance with eye-watering pricing

Pinarello has unveiled the Dogma X, its premium all-road/endurance bike built from Torayca M40X carbon with refined X-stays, aero-tuned down tube, internal routing inspired by the Dogma F, 35mm tyre clearance, and UDH compatibility. It’s offered in 11 sizes with frame-only pricing around £5,500 and complete builds from roughly £12,000, marking it as a high-end, performance-first model likely out of reach for most riders.

via BikeRadar|
#aerodynamics#dogma-x#endurance-bike