If this was the real reason then every track race car would have a roof scoop as well.
Function of roof scoop.
Roof scoop from the front.
Ok its for looks and for some of the cars its got their functions midengine uses it for air intake since their engine does not get enough air from the back not like front engines do they put theirs on the roof or sometimes you see them on the sides nsx and mr2 got them customized.
Flashing is found in valleys and at the bases of chimneys walls roof vents and plumbing vents.
The hood scoop usually will serve one specific function but may occasionally have several benefits.
The roof is used to protect the house from all type of weather.
It is a type of resistant moulding that prevents water flowing near roof openings from infiltrating the roof.
The roof scoop is more than just a pretty piece to add to the gtm s exotic look.
A composite decking made of solid materials it resembles real wood and particularly strong and stable for bearing heavy load.
A roof is an essential covering that is placed on houses and buildings and even such items as automobiles.
It is a molded piece of fiberglass that needs to be centered on the roof of the car.
For rallying like cid498 said.
Different elements and parts of the roof provide protection to the structure s interior and exterior.
The basic object of the house or home is to provide shelter.
All they are is a fresh air inlet for the cabin if you ve ever watched any.
For homes and buildings especially a roof performs multiple functions all of which are tied into providing protection.
It is a functional air scoop designed to force cold air into the engine bay in motion and to allow hot air to vent from the engine bay at rest.
Yes the roof scoop will give some air flow in the cabin however there are far more efficient and aerodynamic ways of doing so.
The roof is the uppermost portion of the building.
This small increase in pressure works wonders to keep out dust and sand from the rally stage.
In roof construction a roof is covered by covering materials which are supported on a structural member.
A roof must be strong to withstand snow and wind load.
The main reason for having a roof scoop on a rally car is to actually pressurise the interior of the car slightly.
A horizontal timber or metal resting at the peak of the roof the rafters and trusses are connected to the ridge board for a cohesive framework.