Towing MPG

I have a 2015 Nissan Frontier 4x4 V6 SV towing my 179 I get between 10-14 mpg with over 30,000 miles towing the 179 that has been a consistent average, I stay under 65 mph.

I wonder if making one of those folding thingies that are often on the back of van trailers on semi's would help much?  On the other hand, in a strong cross-wind, it may be a little more exciting than I want to experience.

Interesting discussion, our Venza Crossover puts the high backend closer to the Pod than a pick up but has no provision for a roof spoiler.  I have read a lot about the AirTabs but find the price at $2.00 US each pretty high as my rough calculation figured out at about 150 to 200 to do the sides, spoiler and AC.

Originally posted by NAP1947 Interesting discussion, our Venza Crossover puts the high backend closer to the Pod than a pick up but has no provision for a roof spoiler.  I have read a lot about the AirTabs but find the price at $2.00 US each pretty high as my rough calculation figured out at about 150 to 200 to do the sides, spoiler and AC. Experience will tell, plus I am sure the price will come down as AirTabs become more popular. I do have a question though, truck sites say that the closer cab aerodynamic devices are to the trailer the more positive the effect.  Would a light tarp between the top of the TV and the top of the Pod work if the dynamics of turning could be figured out.

In about the 2nd year of poddness, we had an owner do a ton of experiments with aerodynamics, including putting about 200 air tabs on his Pod.. didn't do anything measurable. You will have to go far back into the archives, but the info is there..

I see no way to build a fabric bridge that would survive.. I have talked to fulltimers with 5er's, who say a spoiler at the rear of the cab was worth .5 to a full 1MPG.. doesn't sound like much, until you start talking a rig getting 7-8 MPG.. then you are talking a 15% improvement...

Best ways to improve MPG: Change your driving habits, no rapid accelerations, excessive speed (60 mph plus), use cruise and overdrive, use dash AC only when needed, no excessive idling. Load and weight correctly Maintain your TV and your TT, tire pressures, air filters, sensors, oil changes, wheel bearings, etc. Some say use regular gas unless required.