A movable bumper instead of a fixed spoiler: AMG reinvents aerodynamics

Mercedes-AMG has shown in a new trailer what active aerodynamics would look like. The rear bumper is pulled out and lengthened - a look at the new AMG GT 4-door Coupe piese auto online.

A movable bumper instead of a fixed spoiler: AMG reinvents aerodynamics

Forget about fixed rear wings, spoilers, and the like. AMG's latest teaser video on Instagram reveals what active aerodynamics could look like in production cars - demonstrated on the prototype of the 4-door GT Coupe.

Instead of static additional parts, AMG relies on moving components that adapt to speed and driving conditions in real time – a real step towards high-tech performance and everyday driving.

Mercedes has been refining the new, all-electric AMG GT for some time now. Numerous images of the camouflaged prototype are already circulating on the Internet. Recently, the premiere in Las Vegas at the end of November, attended by actor Brad Pitt and Formula 1 driver George Russell, caused quite a stir - there the new sports car could be seen in more detail for the first time.

Mercedes is sticking to its strategy. In a recently released video, AMG shows the rear of the prototype, whose rear bumper extends dynamically. The effect is reminiscent of a breathing rear diffuser: as soon as more downforce is needed, the entire rear end visibly changes. This form of active aerodynamics is already familiar from motorsport.

This is not just an effect and was already demonstrated by the fully electric Concept AMG GT XX. Based on the new AMG.EA platform, this concept car combines over 1,000 hp with an extremely low, aerodynamic body and a large number of active aerodynamic elements. These include the so-called movable Aero-Blades in the 21-inch wheels and a remarkably low drag coefficient of 0.198.

Also impressive is the combination of design and function: hidden door handles, an optimized underbody and a futuristic windowless rear. It remains to be seen which of these solutions will find their way into series production. Mercedes has not yet announced a specific date for the world premiere of the new AMG GT.

The “active bumper” shown in the teaser, however, seems to be the logical next step in the philosophy of this concept. Instead of individual wings or flaps, in the future entire body surfaces could actively work, optimizing airflow and downforce depending on speed or driving mode.

What does this mean for the future?

AMG makes no secret of the fact that this technology is more than just a design study. Elements of the concept will gradually be implemented in future production models – not only in the electric successor to the GT, but also in other high-performance vehicles based on the AMG.EA platform. If the active bumpers actually function as described, a completely new, adaptive driving experience will be achieved.

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Forget about fixed rear wings, spoilers, and the like

Instead of static additional parts, AMG relies on moving components that adapt to speed and driving conditions in real time – a real step towards high-tech performance and everyday driving