Mission Efficiency: Volkswagen's record-breaking electric car
Like a drop of water
It features the traditional teardrop shape, tapering from front to rear (when viewed from above). It also stands out for its small frontal area and incorporates active air flaps, fairings for the rear wheels and underbody, frameless windows, and flush-mounted door handles. Rolling resistance is another decisive factor, involving both the wheels--which account for 25% to 30% of that resistance--and the tires.
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Mission Efficiency: Volkswagen's record-breaking electric car
