Learn How the Acura NSX's Aerodynamics Work
Engineering Explained has used smoke grenades to showcase the Acura NSX’s aerodynamics.
The popular YouTube channel teamed up with Acura to showcase the supercar’s sleek body, using red smoke grenades and highlighter-colored computational fluid so we can better visualize airflow. The video goes into detail on the NSX’s cooling, downforce, and drag, detailing how all the elements work together to give the NSX an advantage on the track. Most of the downforce on the NSX is created on the rear decklid and the video explains how Acura decided to go with 75-percent downforce in the rear compared to 25-percent downforce in the front.
SEE ALSO: 2017 Acura NSX Review
Most automakers will never go into this much detail on explaining aerodynamics and downforce on their vehicles, and this is definitely information you would never find on a specification sheet. But it’s a great watch if you like the Acura NSX, or just interested to see just how important aerodynamics are when it comes to how a car performs on the track.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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