For Downforce we have terms and definitions in 6 topics. The topics are Automotive, Car Aerodynamics, Import Cars, Indycar Racing, NASCAR Racing and Remote Control Cars.

Downforce (Automotive)

A vertical force directed downward, produced by airflow around an object: such as a car body.

Downforce (Car Aerodynamics)

A vertical force directed downward, produced by airflow around an object. Downforce is generated from the front and rear wings and the venturi tunnels on a ground effect car.

Downforce (Import Cars)

The downward force of air on a speeding vehicle.

Downforce (Indycar Racing)

Creation of force through aerodynamics, which keeps the car stuck to the track. High-speed movement of air underneath the car creates a vacuum, while the wings on the car force it to stay on the ground, acting in a manner opposite to the wings on a jet airplane.

Downforce (NASCAR Racing)

When the air pressure from air flowing over a car comes in contact with aerodynamic components of a racecar, a downward force is exerted to keep the racecar on the track. See "Airdam" and "Spoiler".

Downforce (Remote Control Cars)

The effect of air contacting the car body's sloped surfaces. Downforce is created by the air dam, hood, windshield, roof, spoiler(s) and wing(s) of the car. More downforce increases drag and slows the car, but raises the tire temperature, making the car easier to drive. Less downforce raises the top speed by reducing drag. The car should be set up so that it can drive with minimal downforce.

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