AAA Offers Tips for Fuel Efficiency with Car Roof Racks

John Paul, traffic safety manager at AAA Southern New England is quoted as offering the following tips for travel:

"Fuel efficiency is all about weight and aerodynamics. Any time you interfere with the shape of a car with a roof rack, storage pod or cargo ski box, it can potentially drop fuel economy by 10 to 20 percent, and the same for weight in the car," he said.

"Pack the car sensibly. Car-top carriers, trailers and vehicle add-ons cause engines to work harder and burn more gas. Even driving with the windows open increases the drag, according to the AAA's Paul. "

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