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Appendix F: Details of Aerodynamic Trailer Device Technology
Pages 219-220

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... TABLE F-1 Trailer Skirt Information from Manufacturers Qualified for Fuel Consumption Evaluation Weight to Retail Price Estimated Annual SmartWay Reduction Method Equip 53-ft Equivalent for Maintenance Cost Other Useful Item Manufacturer (Y/N) (gal/mile)
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... SOURCE: Data from responses to committee questionnaire and from manufacturers' websites. TABLE F-3 Trailer Face Device Information from Manufacturers Qualified for Fuel Consumption Weight to Retail Price Estimated Annual SmartWay Reduction (gal/mile)
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