Tesla Model 3 Rear Wing?

[chojn1]

 

[chojn1]

 

[CruzinTX]

That's nice work you did there. Personally I would go for an "integrated" approach design. I'd go with the above design if it was able to be tuned/adjusted and I have to bring my M3 on the track.

 

[chojn1]

That's nice work you did there. Personally I would go for an "integrated" approach design. I'd go with the above design if it was able to be tuned/adjusted and I have to bring my M3 on the track.

Thanks for the feedback. I am always open for criticism and advise for improvements.
Not sure what you mean by "integrated approach design" though.

 

[chojn1]

 

[Runt8]

Came here thinking I would hate it (I generally don't like wings on the back of most cars) but that's actually not too bad.

 

[Eno Deb]

This is only acceptable in combination with a fake stove pipe exhaust and purple-ish bubbly window tint.

 

[longshot49]

I also prefer the "lip" spoiler type (like the one from Tesla) then full-on WRC wings

But is just me liking low-key /discreet mods.

 

[Snow Drift]

I’m a wing guy, see my STI, but I think a lip flows better for the M3.

 

[CruzinTX]

Thanks for the feedback. I am always open for criticism and advise for improvements.
Not sure what you mean by "integrated approach design" though.

What I mean with the "integrated" one is the one that attaches to the trunk. I don't like this design but just showing you what I mean.694040 | 3DCarbon Rear Aero Spoiler Telsa Model 3 17-19

You can also see one from Tesla | Mountain Pass Performance

It's pretty cool what you did there, did you use CAD to design the spoiler?

 

[Shopaholic]

Prefer the integrated, Ducktail type.

 

[gurtburns]

I like the wing! I wonder how it would look if it follows the horizontal curve a bit more. (higher in the middle and a bit lower on the edges).

 

[Roentgen]

I think it's a wonderful effort, and will have a market. Would probably like it more if it can be proven to improve aerodynamics/range, etc. Doesn't mesh with me personally though.

 

[Eno Deb]

I think it's a wonderful effort, and will have a market. Would probably like it more if it can be proven to improve aerodynamics/range, etc. Doesn't mesh with me personally though.

Wings (airfoils) always add drag. They cannot possibly improve aerodynamics and range, but rather do the opposite. Their only purpose is to create downforce.

 

[longshot49]

I really like the attachment point of the Subaru STI, namely circa 95-00 and the current one. Looks better then the "pillars" sprouting from the middle

 

[LGilbert]

Thanks for the feedback. I am always open for criticism and advise for improvements.
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What is the purpose of this wing? I'm not critical of your enthusiastic design efforts, but the question is whether the drag caused by the wing placed as shown will be acceptable to the wing user as reduced range from the drag it produces will occur. Range will take the biggest hit at speed from the turbulence the wing causes.

If you really want to produce significant down thrust (80-100 mph or greater), positioning the wing aft of the rear of the car and about 15" above the deck will significantly improve its performance, but, again, at a cost in range. At that point, with an efficient wing, you need a splitter in the front to balance the downforce on the car otherwise increased understeer will be experienced.

 

[R1Fast]

Coming from an STI I am used to protruding wings so I like it. But I'd say make it wider across the trunk and maybe .5 - 1in lower profile.

 

[chojn1]

The wing is the first part of a design exercise to transform the look of the 3. It will have a speed sensitive lowering mechanism powered by dual motors in the rear trunk. Designed to increase downforce to the rear wheels for launch and cornering and can be lowered to minimize the effects on range and top speed.
This is to be followed by a new front face to balance the new rear down force, wider fenders to accommodate wider tires, side skirt, and a new rear diffuser.
I got a little excited at how the wing turned out and decided to share before the design is completed. A little bit out of context here, but I thought the design could stand on its own merit.
Thanks for all the inputs.
CJ

 

[Roentgen]

Wings (airfoils) always add drag. They cannot possibly improve aerodynamics and range, but rather do the opposite. Their only purpose is to create downforce.

Unless I'm totally misunderstanding this video, MIT would disagree with you.

 

[Roentgen]

The wing is the first part of a design exercise to transform the look of the 3. It will have a speed sensitive lowering mechanism powered by dual motors in the rear trunk. Designed to increase downforce to the rear wheels for launch and cornering and can be lowered to minimize the effects on range and top speed.
This is to be followed by a new front face to balance the new rear down force, wider fenders to accommodate wider tires, side skirt, and a new rear diffuser.
I got a little excited at how the wing turned out and decided to share before the design is completed. A little bit out of context here, but I thought the design could stand on its own merit.
Thanks for all the inputs.
CJ

Did NOT know it was a dynamic spoiler/airfoil! ME LIKEY! But of course this would then become insanely expensive and labor intensive to build and install, no (in addition to the other modifications)? Sadly, not something I would invest in as I don't take my car to the track, and I'm beyond the age where I feel the need to smoke other cars on the streets.