UK Department of Energy - Box Clever - Fuel Savings Through Aerodynamic Styling (1992)

UK Department of Energy - Box Clever - Fuel Savings Through Aerodynamic Styling (1992) It Pays to be Energy Friendly. Energy Efficiency Office - Department of Energy BOX CLEVER A new approach to aerodynamic styling of box vehicles has been supported by the Energy Efficiency Office. Independent monitoring has identified the following benefits: - Increase in mpg of 23% - 55% reduction in drag - Fuel cost saving of £1200/yr giving a simple payback of 18 months (based on 1990 prices) - Improved stability in side winds This eight minute video describes the designing, building and testing of the new truck and includes an interview with the operator, Exel Logistics. The video is designed to help demonstrate how aerodynamic styling can prove a cost effective option for companies contemplating the purchase of rigid trucks. For further information on publications describing the aerodynamic styling of rigid and articulated trucks contact: Ener