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Driving behind a large truck can reduce air resistance and improve your vehicle's fuel efficiency -- it's a technique known as drafting or slipstreaming. Tests conducted at 55 mph have shown potential fuel economy improvements of approximately 11% when following 100 feet behind a truck, 20% at 50 feet, and 27% at 20 feet. However, keep in mind that following too closely is dangerous. Instead, maintain a safe following distance and drive at a steady speed to harness these fuel savings.

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