# This Common Truck Accessory Can Have An Unpredictable Effect On Your Fuel Economy

> Aerodynamics are complicated, even at the level of pickup trucks. At first glance, it seems pretty straightforward — the less "stuff" is fighting the wind, the more slippery the vehicle becomes and, thus, the more…

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/2194656/removing-common-truck-accessory-can-impact-fuel-economy/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a32958238abfe59f429fd3e)
- **Published:** 2026-06-17
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #accessory #common #economy #effect #fuel #truck #unpredictable #aero
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