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Aerodynamic wheel covers have been measured by many to increase
fuel economy in various SAE type II tests, however, the
cost/benefit analysis has always proven negligible with designs
most typically fabricated from metal. A new innovation that is
subject to numerous patents worldwide will soon be introduced to
the trucking industry this Spring. The Deflecktor Wheel Cover is
unique - it is made of fabric - installs with no hand tools and
each one weighs just 800 grams - they are inexpensive. This new
innovation underwent rigorous SAE type II J 1321 testing, as well
as life cycle testing that ultimately resulted in a substantial
order from a Charter Partner of the Smartway Transport
Partnership. Because of its simple design, light weight and
inherent communicative opportunity as an advertising medium, The
Deflecktor Wheel Cover will become the "point to product" in the
field of green innovations. Better aerodynamic efficiency,
particularly nearest the wheel ends, where road spray is most
dangerous is an added bonus of the Deflecktor Wheel Cover. Each
wheel cover saves a quarter - a quarter of 1% - every truck and
trailer with eight wheel ends saves 2%. Encourage continued
innovation in the language of your regulation and formulate a
process for inclusion - don't stifle by limiting the language to
include only advocated technologies. Wheel covers have been
overlooked for economic reasons, that is about to change with our
new innovation. Thank you for this opportunity, I would like to
present this new innovation in Sacramento in December.