Daimler Trucks North America has signed an agreement with FlowBelow Aero Inc. to offer FlowBelow’s Quick-release wheel covers as an option on the Freightliner Cascadia Evolution equipment package beginning in the first quarter of 2016.
FlowBelow’s tractor wheel covers reduce aerodynamic turbulence and drag on the truck by streamlining airflow over the tractor’s drive wheels. When optioned, each 6×2 or 6×4 truck is outfitted with Quick-Release wheel covers, which provide instantaneous and tool-free access to the wheel end via FlowBelow’s patented ‘push and turn’ quick-release latching system. As part of the supplier agreement, FlowBelow products will be offered on all new Cascadia Evolution trucks built at Daimler’s truck plants, as well as made available for aftermarket purchase and installation through all Freightliner dealers in North America.