Mythbusters : Drafting video

[Chuck.]

While drafting works, I don't do it.

The safety hazard is the least likely thing to hurt you.

The most likely thing is you will miss an exit.

The primary reason I don't even want to appear drafting is the PR in hypermiling articles....I've lost count of the misinformation this is a common practice...Even after CleanMPG.com made a press release, articles STILL said: "hypermilers draft semis". Sadly, hypermiling in the media and public is less a discussion of fact and more a smear campaign.

[Cd]

How far back are you when you can see the semis' mirrors ?
Any closer, and I am not comfortable.
Even at that distance, I was reminded of why drafting is dangerous - there was a large object in the road, and I almost smashed right into it.

Stay safe folks.