Rear-drag fairings

Nov 1, 2010

Updated Nov 2, 2010

The TrailerTail rear fairings use an aerodynamic design and ultra-light thermoplastic composite materials to reduce rear drag. The fairings use a collapsible origami architecture for convenience. According to a third-party test, the trailer can offer fuel savings of more than 6 percent, the company says. The fairings come with a 90-day risk-free offer.

ATDynamics, www.atdynamics.com

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