Dictionary of automotive terms. 2015.
Spoiler (automotive) — A spoiler is an automotive aerodynamic device whose intended design function is to spoil unfavorable air movement across a body of a vehicle in motion. Spoilers are often fitted to race and high performance sports cars, although they have become… … Wikipedia
spoiler — An aerodynamic wing shaped device attached to a vehicle (usually under the front bumper or on the decklid) to either reduce drag or induce downforce on the vehicle. So called because it spoils the normal flow of air over or under the vehicle. See … Dictionary of automotive terms
Spoiler — Spoil er (spoil [ e]r), n. 1. One who spoils; a plunderer; a pillager; a robber; a despoiler. [1913 Webster] 2. One who corrupts, mars, or renders useless. [1913 Webster] 3. (Aeronautics) A device attached to the wing of an airplane or other… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
spoiler — /ˈspɔɪlə/ (say spoyluh) noun 1. someone or something that spoils. 2. a piece of information, as in a description of a novel or film, that gives away some key element of the plot or other feature intended as a surprise. 3. Aeronautics a device… …
spoiler — /spoy leuhr/, n. 1. a person or thing that spoils. 2. a person who robs or ravages; despoiler; plunderer. 3. Aeron. a device used to break up the airflow around an aerodynamic surface, as an aircraft wing, in order to slow the movement through… … Universalium
rear end lift — The tendency of the back of a speeding vehicle to rise, reducing traction. It can be counteracted by a spoiler … Dictionary of automotive terms
trunk spoiler — A rear spoiler which is mounted to the lid of the trunk … Dictionary of automotive terms
Mercury Cyclone Spoiler II — Mecury Cyclone Spoiler II Mercury Cyclone Spoiler II in Dan Gurney Trim Manufacturer Mercury Division of Fo … Wikipedia
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution — Manufacturer Mitsubishi Motors Production 1992–present Assembly Mizushima Plant, Kurashiki, Okayama … Wikipedia
Chevrolet Camaro (fifth generation) — This article is about the fifth generation Chevrolet Camaro. For general Camaro information, see Chevrolet Camaro. Chevrolet Camaro (fifth generation) Manufacturer Chevrolet and Holden Produc … Wikipedia
