The French truck manufacturer’s long-distance laboratory vehicle has recorded a 12.5% reduction in fuel consumption compared to a standard coupling. This result was achieved by optimising the aerodynamics of the full convoy, powertrain and tyres, and by integrating predictive driving support and energy management functions.
Renault Trucks is continuing its research to improve the energy efficiency of its trucks. Initiated in 2017, the FALCON project, Flexible & Aerodynamic truck for Low CONsumption, set out to reduce consumption by 13% on a complete heavy-duty tractor trailer combination. It was led by Renault Trucks with a consortium of partners including Faurecia, Michelin, Total, Fruehauf, Wezzoo, BeNomad, Styl’Monde, Polyrim, Enogia, IFPEN, the École Centrale de Lyon (LMFA) and IFSTTAR, which is now the Université Gustave Eiffel. It received public funding from the French Public Investment Bank BPI France (23rd F.U.I. call for projects).
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