There's a lot of talk in the automotive world about rear wings, rear spoilers, and downforce. What's the difference? How do ...

In essence, the end goal of a car is simple: to get you from point A to point B. It is when you get specific about how this procedure is done that makes all the difference. The comfort, handling, ...

Spoilers are supposed to change airflow above, around and underneath vehicles to reduce wind resistance (or drag) or use the air to create more downforce and enable more grip at high speeds. They’re ...

Aerodynamics are a vital part of any vehicle’s on-track performance, or more practically, its effective range in everyday use. It’s no secret that convertibles, thanks to their upright windshields ...

To understand how aero works, look to the skies. The same principles that keep aircraft aloft are used to stick cars to the ground. The curved profile of an airplane's wing deflects airflow, forcing ...

Brett T. Evans has more than a decade of experience driving, writing about, and evaluating automobiles. His early career comprised writing about pre- and post-war classic cars, as well as late-model ...