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Tesla Roadster revives fan-based downforce technology seen in historic racers

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The upcoming Tesla Roadster will feature a fan-based downforce system, a technology not new to the automotive world. This system, which generates suction by pulling air from under the vehicle, is reminiscent of earlier designs like the Chaparral 2J and the Brabham BT46 fan car. McMurtry Automotive has also recently employed a similar 'Downforce-on-Demand' system in its Spéirling electric sports car. AI

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Tesla Roadster revives fan-based downforce technology seen in historic racers

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Mariella Moon) ·

    The Tesla Roadster is far from the first car to use fans for downforce

    Here are some of the other, older vehicles that use fans for downforce like the Tesla Roadster does.

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