A smooth, rounded outer surface at each side of a racing car, between the front and rear wheels, which provides an aerodynamic cover for the air inlet and radiator.
Origin
1980s. From side + pod.
Definition of sidepod in US English:
sidepod
nounˈsʌɪdpɒd
A smooth, rounded outer surface at each side of a racing car, between the front and rear wheels, which provides an aerodynamic cover for the air inlet and radiator.