Camaro SS, set to be launched by carmaker Chevrolet on May 16, has undergone 350 hours of wind tunnel testing to help forge a reduced aerodynamic lift.
In what translates into stability, cooling and lower wind noise intrusion, the modification is expected to enable convenient control over the vehicle while speeding in top gear.
Exterior design manager Kirk Bennion said: "As engine output increases, we need more engine cooling. As acceleration and top speeds climb, we need to reduce lift for better high-speed stability.
"However, we cannot make any changes at the expense of increasing drag, which can hurt fuel economy."
As a result, hundreds of modifications were put on a trial basis for the new model to meet different aerodynamic targets that involved dealing with millimeters at a time.
For instance, it was initially agreed upon to go for a design that involved placing the lower grille bars at 20 degree to the horizon.
Following hours of testing, the aerodynamics team succeeded in improving engine-cooling airflow by 1% when the angle was reduced to 13 degree without compromising the original grille design.
Besides, the team deployed a flush belly pan stretching from the front grille to the center of the car, doing away with the traditional front air dam to reduce aerodynamic lift. Smoothness has also been accorded to the underbody that facilitates reduction of total lift by 30%.
Chevrolet has a presence in over 115 countries and sells around 4.8 million cars and trucks a year.
