The Wind Beneath Our Wings
More aftermarket aerodynamics from the world's best design houses
Conversations and theories about aerodynamics abound in the automotive industry, and if you wanted to throw puns around, you could say it is a lot of hot air passing over stiff resistance. Does a car go fast enough to warrant a full body kit? Is a spoiler or airdam necessary on American highways? Will I affect my car's performance enough to offset the cost of the variety of packages on the market today? These questions can be argued until your car becomes an antique, but the only solid answer with any kernel of truth that everyone can agree on is that most aerodynamic-themed accessories make your car look cool. Whether they improve handling, fuel economy, or 60-foot times are issues best left to physicists, engineers, and bench racers (unless, of course, you have the time slips to prove it).

Richard Hamann is a busy,...

Richard Hamann is a busy, busy man.

Hamann Motorsport, his Laupheim,...

Hamann Motorsport, his Laupheim, Germany, facility, has expanded its operations beyond just BMW cars and now includes aerodynamic systems for Porsche, Ferrari, Lamborghini, MINI, Range Rover and Rolls Royce.

Pictured are treatments for...

Pictured are treatments for the Porsche Cayenne and BMW M5.

Hamann's MINI features a broad...

Hamann's MINI features a broad front apron with dual intakes.

Side skirts, a rear wing and...

Side skirts, a rear wing and a rear diffuser/bumper are also part of the package.

Hamann's aero kit for Porsche's...

Hamann's aero kit for Porsche's new 997 Carrera.

The Hamann-clad Range Rover...

The Hamann-clad Range Rover HM 5.2 includes widened fenders, front/rear diffusers and a quad exhaust.