Does a Tonneau add range? Check out the video

[Cbowe]

The Ford video was created to show that the tailgate DOWN didn't increase mpg, in fact it hurt it, and that the new (2015) Ford tailgate was designed to increase mpg. The off the cuff comment by the Ford engineer then created a bunch of babble, because they didn't show any tests or results with a tonneau cover.

As far as testing, there's not going to be any difference between a F-150 Lightning and an F-150 gas truck in efficiency non-gains from a tonneau cover since the design is the same.

I'll pass on the video, but thanks.

Thanks for the thoughts either way

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[Cbowe]

Thanks for the thoughts either way

I also included testing with the tailgate down btw

 

[jimfigler]

Just say "please watch my video so I can get views" and "please hit like and subscribe"

 

[Cbowe]

Just say "please watch my video so I can get views" and "please hit like and subscribe"

Watch the video it’s in there too

 

[The Weatherman]

Tonneau oversaw have never definitively been proven to add mileage. But damn they look nice and do add protection to items in the bed.

 

[Cbowe]

Tonneau oversaw have never definitively been proven to add mileage. But damn they look nice and do add protection to items in the bed.

Agreed

 

[Harman023]

Appreciate your taking the time and effort to make the video and post.

 

[Cbowe]

Appreciate your taking the time and effort to make the video and post.

Thanks man I appreciate it

 

[Realtruck]

It's great to see things like this from a more personal perspective, and you detailed everything to the tee to make it make sense. I think as automotive design continues to evolve into "bigger, better, faster" technology, the question will always be there in this particular case, and one day, who knows- maybe the difference will be more noticed one way or the other? Thank you for keeping it real and sharing your experiment with us!

 

[Cbowe]

It's great to see things like this from a more personal perspective, and you detailed everything to the tee to make it make sense. I think as automotive design continues to evolve into "bigger, better, faster" technology, the question will always be there in this particular case, and one day, who knows- maybe the difference will be more noticed one way or the other? Thank you for keeping it real and sharing your experiment with us!

I appreciate you guys checking it out! Thanks for the support

 

[Grease Lightning]

This has been debated ad nauseum on truck forums for years and years.

My earth is tonneau flat…and you will never take that from me

 

[mrtyndall]

Your video was the kick in the butt that made me go buy a cover today

 

[Cbowe]

Your video was the kick in the butt that made me go buy a cover today

That’s awesome did you use my link and discount code? Just don’t expect it to help your range but it sure will look cool and protect your cargo

 

[I <3 My Lightning]

It was an epic fail because the tire pressure was lower during your first round of tests. The heated more inflated tires decreased rolling resistance and made up for the difference. So now you have to go back and try again. Oh and as the day continued, the air over the road heated up decreasing the air density therefore less wind resistance. . Just playing.

Before the invention of the frunk, the tonneau cover always provided a weather resistant space for stuff from groceries to tools; a device so I didn't have to dig out and haul snow so I could have a space for groceries and tools...

Now it does the same stuff as before but now I don't have to dig out snow to access the pro power.

 

[Cbowe]

It was an epic fail because the tire pressure was lower during your first round of tests. The heated more inflated tires decreased rolling resistance and made up for the difference. So now you have to go back and try again. Oh and as the day continued, the air over the road heated up decreasing the air density therefore less wind resistance. . Just playing.

Before the invention of the frunk, the tonneau cover always provided a weather resistant space for stuff from groceries to tools; a device so I didn't have to dig out and haul snow so I could have a space for groceries and tools...

Now it does the same stuff as before but now I don't have to dig out snow to access the pro power.

I tried my best man lol In fairness I did make sure the tire pressure was the same. I drove from the Bay Area 90 minutes to the middle of CA so the tires and battery temp were warmed up before the first loop and did it from 11-4 and the outside temp stayed within 2 degrees

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