STO: Air and Ground Effect
Several comprehensive aerodynamic solutions have been inspired by Squadra Corse race cars and maximize aerodynamic performance.
Cofango
Front bonnet, fenders, and the front bumper are one single component: the cofango (cofano = hood and parafango = fender) plus the front bumper — inspired by the Lamborghini Miura and Sesto Elemento — for a set-up similar to a clamshell.
NACA Air-intake on Rear Fenders
Aircraft-style intake duct achieves reduction of the front area and drag while increasing rear downforce. Engine air intake with the shortened duct allows a 30 per cent decrease in static pressure losses.
Engine Bonnet with Air Scoop
Revised rear hood features integrated air scoop to improve cooling. Dedicated air deflectors, integrated in the bonnet, manage the significant incoming airflow from the snorkel according to the temperature regulation needs of the engine and exhaust outlet.
Shark Fin
Integrated “shark fin” on the rear bonnet improves the dynamics, particularly when cornering. These conditions give the incoming airflow a yaw angle. Different pressure levels generated by the two sides of the fin create a positive effect on yaw stability while also straightening airflow on to the wing.
Adjustable Rear Wing
Manually adjustable aero set-up of the new rear wing optimizes aerodynamic balance and drag resistance according to track characteristics. Single-slotted, double-aerofoil wing allows front to rotate three positions to enhance rear downforce. Reducing the gap between front and rear aerofoils increases compression on the upper side and provides greater suction intensity and extension on the bottom of the front aerofoil. Aero balance can, thus, be adjusted by up to 13 per cent.
High-performance Brake Cooling
New front brake cooling ducts dedicated to cooling the discs and calipers of the new CCM-R carbon-ceramic brakes, together with the cofango, dispel hot air from the front wheel-arches. Additional air-intakes, including on the underbody, and optimized nolders are located at the rear.
RESULTS
The Huracan STO’s overall airflow efficiency is improved by a significant 37 per cent with the increase in downforce a whopping 53 per cent over the Huracan Performante. That’s the highest level of downforce in its class with the best aero balance for a rear-wheel-drive car.
