With the new Mission Efficiency, Volkswagen is presenting the world’s most efficient near-production electric car. The prototype has set three world records. They stand for exemplary aerodynamics and excellent ideal and real fuel consumption. The vehicle is a beacon of technology and at the same time demonstrates the performance of Volkswagen’s production technology.
No plans for production
I’ve never understood why aerodynamics aren’t more of a priority with car design, especially with electric vehicles.
Because consumers are idiots and buy trucks that look like barns.
I’d say in general because aerodynamic enhancements usually detract from design and people buying new cars in general want something that looks good.
I must be weird then, because I think a sleek aerodynamic design is a lot more beautiful than a boxy design with the aerodynamics of a brick. Saving money on fuel/charging is pretty enticing, too. People don’t know what they want until you give it to them.