sideblades

The large, dark sections you see aft of the doors are called "sideblades"--air deflectors that sweep between the wheel arches and roof section, delivering air for the V-8 to breathe, as well as air for cooling.

Audi Control 2006

I just saw an old Top Gear repeat and then I found out where those "sideblades" were first seen...

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery Not a sheep 2007

The Audi R8 has been getting rave reviews and a lot of attention for its "sideblades".

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery Not a sheep 2007

One visible difference between the Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 quattro and the Audi R8 Coupe models is the absence of the signature sideblades on the Spyder - a design change that retains the coupe lines, while accentuating the unique characteristics of the open-top Spyder.

Autoblog 2010

I still can't justify ever buying one of these without sideblades.

Leftlane - news, reviews, and info for the auto-industry Drew Johnson 2010

One visible difference between the Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 quattro and the Audi R8 Coupe models is the absence of the signature sideblades on the Spyder - a design change that retains the coupe lines, while accentuating the unique characteristics of the open-top Spyder.

Autoblog 2010

The rear bumpers and sideblades are also made from CFRP.

Paul Tan's Raves and Rants on the Automotive Industry 2010

One visible difference between the Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 quattro and the Audi R8 Coupe models is the absence of the signature sideblades on the Spyder - a design change that retains the coupe lines, while accentuating the unique characteristics of the open-top Spyder.

Autoblog 2010

Unlike the Audi R8 Coupé, the Spyder does not have sideblades behind the doors.

WN.com - Business News 2010

Unlike the Audi R8 Coupé, the Spyder does not have sideblades behind the doors.

WN.com - Business News 2010