wind deflector

Diverts moving air

A wind deflector is a device that redirects airflow around or away from something.

On vehicles, wind deflectors mount above windows or sunroofs to reduce turbulence and noise when driving with windows open: The wind deflector lets me crack the window without getting buffeted.

Motorcycles and convertibles use them to shield riders from direct wind blast.

Related

baffle · screen · hood · roof rack · side mirror · cowl · fairing · turbulence · buffeting · breeze · gust · fresh air · drag · streamlined · shield · sunroof · convertible · open road

Opposites
wind management function

wind deflectorair intake

Engine's atmosphere entry point

wind catcher · ventilation duct · hood scoop · air vent · cooling fan

enclosure level

wind deflectorhardtop

Rigid-roofed vehicle

roof · canopy · glass canopy · convertible top · soft top

Family

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G