Kenya: Explained: Why Trucks Have Plastic Bottles Attached to Their Wheels

If you’re in Kenya, you’ve probably witnessed an empty plastic water bottle strategically tied to the wheels of long-distance trucks. While this may look random, there is actually a science behind it.

As it turns out, truck drivers, particularly those operating in Kenya and the East African region, tend to lift or suspend some of the trailer axles –  a practice that goes a long way in saving fuel since it reduces rolling resistance because fewer wheels are in contact with the road.

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