Thread: Class 8 Trucks
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Old 08-29-2008, 08:13 PM   #15 (permalink)
IndyIan
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I guess aerodynamics is still a big issue with trucks, but how about the single wide tire vs, dual skinny tires? I don't know if the single tire has lower rolling resistance or not but it might be something to look into.

Also something simple would be coasting downhills in neutral, and pulse and glide should have good benefits for such heavy vehicles.

Can trucks maintain air pressure at idle in a long panic stop?
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