Automotive Design trivia
Automotive Design Mini Quiz
Test your knowledge with these top questions!
What car part acts as a brand's primary visual identity while allowing air to reach the radiator?
The grille is so crucial to brand identity that even electric cars, which don't need radiator cooling, often feature "fake" grilles just for recognition.
In car design, what term refers to the vertical roof supports located on either side of the front windshield?
Modern A-pillars have become significantly thicker to support heavier roofs and airbags, often creating larger blind spots for drivers than in older cars.
Common in electric cars, what portmanteau describes a storage area located in the space usually reserved for an engine?
Without a massive internal combustion engine, EVs utilize the "front trunk" or frunk for storage, improving safety by acting as a crumple zone.
What specific measure of air resistance do automotive designers aim to lower in wind tunnels to increase fuel efficiency?
A teardrop is the most aerodynamic shape in nature, which is why raindrops and efficiently designed cars naturally taper at the rear to reduce drag.
What aerodynamic part is often added to the rear of a car to disrupt airflow, reduce lift, and increase stability?
True to its name, a spoiler "spoils" the smooth airflow that generates lift, pushing the car down for better grip rather than just making it look fast.