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Originally Posted by tbomachines
On the interstates, I just follow trucks. They don't like to brake much or have to shift so they keep a steady speed. Bonus is that even at a safe distance behind a semi, there is usually still an aerodynamic advantage (slightly better mpg...obviously not as much as you would get by tailing but still not bad). They're often more conscientious and aware of their surroundings as well.
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I've tried it as well. It's fine if you want a leisurely drive without any DB's getting in front. That is something they won't bother with because the truck is in the way.
The problem with this approach is that you can't make decent time. The truck always slows a bit on upgrades and always slows for other truck traffic in the center and right lanes. I end up passing them in the left..............sooner or later.
If you want a challenge, try to follow the truck at about 25 feet. Quite a bit of fuel savings.........but, you've got to be continually on the game. For me it's not worth it anymore.