6th February 1997, Page 39
6th February 1997
Page 39
Page 39, 6th February 1997
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How much does bad weather hurt your fuel consumption? A truck needs more power, and fuel, to overcome a strong headwind. But a drop in temperature can also hit you at the pump.......
Air Density: It's A Real Drag
As air becomes cooler and denser the aerodynamic drag on a truck increases and so the demand for more engine power rises. The density of air is approximately related to its......