Dated –25-07-2011
Following a 2009 Monash University/ Linfox report, Linfox has addressed reducing aerodynamic drag on trailers, commencing with the fitting of side-skirts on trailers.
David McInnes, Group Manager Sustainability said, “Previous Linfox efforts have involved improved fairings for the prime mover cab. Research has shown that only 25 per cent of drag occurs at the front of a vehicle. Now we are trying to eliminate the drag on the trailer.”
The new side-skirts, which have been specifically designed for Linfox, are estimated to reduce fuel usage by another 2.5 per cent at highway speeds.
David said, “It doesn’t sound like a lot but in the bigger picture it certainly is. The new side-skirts will contribute to our target for a 50 per cent reduction in the rate of emissions by 2015.”