How a roof rack reduces your fuel consumption

When you go on a UK break, it is great to go and stay places that are far away from home but with the current price of fuel, your fuel costs can quickly mount up. You can try limiting the load by being strict with how much luggage you and your passengers take but you still need to take essential items for your holiday. So, what is the solution?

Using a roof rack can enable you to take the luggage you need but when you buy a rack that has been aerodynamically designed, you can also reduce fuel consumption, compared to storing your luggage in less fuel-efficient ways.

Thule leads the way in developing roof rack designs with aerodynamic qualities. Their best-selling roof racks include:

• WingBar Edge

This is an all-in-one rack system that is able to carry loads of up to 75kg. It has an integrated T-track, which enables easy fixation of accessories.

• WingBar

The Thule WingBar, as the name suggests, has been influenced by the design of plane wings, with the top design priority to be as aerodynamic as possible.

The Thule WingBar reduces drag force by 55% compared to its predecessors and the design also minimises the noise level for passengers in the vehicle. The innovative WindDiffuser diverts air currents and TrailEdge also reduces air currents.

• SlideBar

The SlideBar has been designed to carry bulky loads and to provide maximum security through snap-lock functionality.

• SquareBar

The SquareBar roof rack is a robust design made from steel, with a hard rubber composite covering. This model offers the best option for an entry-level basic set-up.

Green Dot Awards - ‘Most sustainable roof rack on the market’

Thule roof racks are recognised as being one of the most eco-friendly roof rack options available and as well as reducing fuel consumption to help reduce CO² emissions, the materials used in manufacturing the roof racks are recyclable and easy dismountable.

Thule received a Green Dot Award for sustainable product development, to recognise the innovative design features, highlighting ‘the slender shape and noiseless design’. The prestigious environment awards also noted in the award that the WingBar generated 55% less drag than the previous model, making it the most sustainable roof rack on the market.

If you do a lot of miles using your roof rack, you could save hundreds of pounds in fuel and ensure that you are reducing CO² emissions with an eco-friendly roof rack design.

Get ready for more eco-friendly adventures with a Thule roof rack from PF Jones.

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