Freight Wing Inc.'s Futuristic Aerodynamic Technology Hits the Road on Semi-Trailers of Today; New Fairing System Streamlines Trailer Profile, Reducing Fuel Consumption and Emissions

SAMMAMISH, Wash.--Sept. 15, 2004--Freight Wing, Inc. today announced the launch of its aerodynamic system that improves the fuel efficiency of tractor-trailers. Developed via a grant from the U.S. Department of Energy, the Freight Wing Aerodynamic System(TM) streamlines the profile of box-shaped trailers, enabling the tractor's engine to use less fuel and thus release fewer emissions into the atmosphere.

Standardized Society of Automotive Engineers/Technology & Maintenance Council (SAE/TMC) fuel economy tests have been conducted on the Freight Wing Aerodynamic System at the Transportation Research Center, an independent automotive proving ground in Ohio. Results demonstrated a seven-percent reduction in the fuel consumption of a fully loaded tractor-trailer. Specifically, this means a savings of up to 1,100 gallons of diesel fuel every 100,000 miles, a distance a typical Class 8 long-haul truck covers in a year. This amount of fuel savings also prevents over 12 tons of emissions from entering the atmosphere.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau Vehicle Inventory and Use Survey, Class 8 trucks use 18 billion gallons of diesel fuel annually, representing 12 percent of the fuel consumption of the United States. "Nearly all goods used in this country are transported by large tractor-trailers, making trucking one of the most important sectors in our economy," said Patrick Bigatel, chief executive officer, Freight Wing, Inc. "The Freight Wing Aerodynamic System represents a tremendous opportunity for delivering cost savings to fleet operators, while reducing U.S. oil consumption and emissions."

The Freight Wing Aerodynamic System is composed of three attachments or fairings designed to reduce wind drag.

-- Freight Wing Gap Fairing(TM) is mounted on the front of the trailer. Air that curves around the tractor is guided smoothly over the flat face of the trailer by the Gap Fairing. Freight Wing's product is unique in that it is the first gap fairing designed specifically for use with modern, aerodynamic tractors.

-- Freight Wing Belly Fairing(TM) consists of two identical wind deflectors attached to the underside of the trailer, adjacent its side walls. The Belly Fairing prevents wind from hitting the rear wheels, and smoothes airflow around the sides and bottom of the trailer.

-- Freight Wing Rear Fairing(TM) is mounted on the back of the trailer. In streamlining the trailer's box end, the Rear Fairing acts in the same manner as wings on an airplane, guiding air moving along the sides into the wake of the trailer.

The Freight Wing system is presently being tested by Transport Corporation of America, Inc., a Minnesota-based long-haul trucking company with over 5,000 trailers in its fleet.

"We consume 30 million gallons of fuel annually, costing us $48 million. The sheer size of our operation provides us a great incentive to operate more efficiently. We are continually exploring ways to burn less fuel and do our part to help the environment," said Ron Kipp, vice president of operations, Transport Corporation of America. Fleets such as Transport America can use the fairings to qualify for the EPA's SmartWay Transport Initiative - a voluntary program aiming to reduce U.S. oil dependency by 150 million barrels annually.

About Freight Wing, Inc.

Freight Wing Inc. is a design and engineering company focused on improving the fuel efficiency of the trucking industry. Developed through U.S. Department of Energy support, the company's aerodynamic attachments have been proven through SAE/TMC standardized tests to reduce the fuel consumption of a loaded tractor-trailer by seven percent. The company is privately held and is based in Sammamish, Wash. For more information, call 1-866-GO4-WING or visit www.freightwing.com.

Freight Wing Aerodynamic System, Freight Wing Gap Faring, Freight Wing Belly Fairing and Freight Wing Rear Fairing are trademarks of Freight Wing, Inc.