Peterbilt Motors Co. has introduced an Aerodynamic Package for its on-highway Models 386 and 384 that improves fuel economy up to an estimated 12%.
The Aerodynamic Package was designed through analysis and testing to reduce vehicle drag by up to 24 %, resulting in an estimated $5,600 in savings annually (130,000 miles, $2.30/gal.) versus a comparable Peterbilt Model 386 or 384 without the Aerodynamic Package, the company said. Benefits were validated by the company with computational fluid dynamics studies, wind tunnel testing and on-track drag metering.
The proprietary Peterbilt Aerodynamic Package includes: roof fairing and trim tabs; new sleeper roof transition; enhanced chassis fairings; aero battery box/toolbox; composite sunvisor; sleeper extender; and aerodynamic mirrors.
Peterbilt’s Aerodynamic Package will also be available from PACCAR Parts for Model 386 and 384 retrofit.
The company’s new proprietary Fuel Efficiency Package is designed to provide fuel savings gains of up to 12% for its traditionally styled Models 388 and 389 by using proprietary components to reduce vehicle drag by up to 24%, resulting in annual savings similar to those given above versus a comparable non-equipped Peterbilt Model 388 or 389. Package components include aerodynamic mirrors, sleeper extender, roof fairing and trim tabs, composite sunvisor and a sleeper roof transition.
The Fuel Efficiency Package complements the standard features engineered into the Models 388 and 389 such as the redesigned hoods, headlamps, hood ornament, crown and grille. The Fuel Efficiency Package will also be available from PACCAR Parts for the Models 388 and 389, as well as earlier Models 378 and 379.
Peterbilt also introduced a new lineup of interior enhancements developed for on-highway and vocational trucks. The new designs are included on all interior levels including the Platinum interior for the ultimate in luxury, Prestige for contemporary and cost-efficient operation, and ProBilt for customers who demand rugged efficiency.
The new series of interior enhancements available on Peterbilt Models 386, 384, 389, 388, 367 and 365 feature a contemporary dash design that utilizes an “in-mold” process that embeds color directly into the dash material that virtually eliminates fading, peeling and color degradation. Additionally, all new interiors are equipped with a new HVAC system providing excellent overall cab heating and cooling, the company said.
To complement the new dash interior designs, Peterbilt has enhanced its Premium UltraRide and UltraRide seats with coordinated colors and new fabric patterns.
For more information, visit www.peterbilt.com.
