Thread: drafting semi's
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Old 02-03-2012, 10:05 PM   #53 (permalink)
mattbatson
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tow vehicle - '97 toyota 4runner limited

none - '09 honda civic si

none - '91 honda crx dx

sleepy - '91 Honda CRX dx
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Originally Posted by PaleMelanesian View Post
This controlled study shows clearly that drafting has a benefit to both vehicles. The 2nd gains more, but the leader still gains something.
Reducing Aerodynamic Drag and Fuel Consumption (warning, PDF)

That said, I don't consider drafting a valuable or safe technique. Too many bad things can happen too quickly.

regardless of this fact, I have a very hard time believing that my little civic sitting 60 ft back from a semi will have any significant effect on it's FE....

thx for the link
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