FAQ - Trailer Fairing
Q. How does this trailer fairing work to save fuel?
A. All vehicles, especially tractor/trailers, encounter air from different angles called yaw angle wind. It is common to experience 7 degree yaw angle winds. These yaw angle winds hit the landing gear, cross members, rear axles, etc. robbing the vehicle of horsepower. The yaw angle wind also releases from the surface of the trailer on the downwind side creating large eddies of air, robbing more horsepower. The LCL trailer fairing system creates laminar flow, redirecting the air down the side of the trailer reducing the amount of energy required to move the trailer down the road. Our trailer fairings reduce the drag by up to 14% resulting in a 6 to 7% fuel savings at 62 mph.
Q. What kind of fuel savings can I expect?
A. Depending on the angle of the wind and speed traveling, one can expect up to 7 per cent fuel savings.
Q. Will I be EPA Smartway compliant?
A. YES - even our 6 panel version with no rubber complies.
Q. Will the trailer fairing fit any size trailer?
A. Our trailer fairing was design to fit 28, 40, 48, and 53 foot singles and 28 foot double trailers.
Q. Can I install the trailer fairing myself?
A. YES - may also be installed at the trailer OEM on new trailers. For existing trailers, we provide all hardware and installation drawings with instructions for installation by anyone.
Q. How long will it take to install?
A. Trailer fairing installation time is approximately 6 man hours.