Meet Aeroflow. Aeroflow builds aerodynamic HGV trailers that shape-shift to improve fuel efficiency: enhancing cost savings, increasing range and lowering emissions. The TeamSam Evans (Co-founder & CEO)5+ years working on HGV aerodynamicsTechnical lead of 80-person team to design race-cars at UniversityBuilt a propulsion system testbed at an aerospace start-up Luke Sala (Co-founder & CTO)2+ years work experience in the aerospace fieldDeveloped multiple spacecraft payloadsDesigned long-lasting equipment for the nuclear industry ProblemTraditional Heavy-Goods Vehicles (HGV) trailers are designed to maximise cargo capacity, but real-world operations are often inefficient. Partial loads, empty return journeys and time-sensitive deliveries mean trailers frequently run underfilled. According to 2023 UK domestic road transport statistics, 30% of trailer mileage is run completely empty, equivalent to 5.78 billion kilometres annually, not even accounting for the 40%+ of deliveries that are only partially loaded. Empty trailers not only represent lost revenue but also maintain a large, boxy and aerodynamically inefficient shape, increasing drag and fuel consumption. While aerodynamic attachments can reduce fuel consumption by 3–7%, they’re typically mounted on the sides or rear, creating safety risks and limiting adoption. SolutionAeroflow is developing shape-shifting HGV trailers that automatically adjust their form to reduce drag and improve fuel efficiency by up to 18%. When the trailer is partially or completely empty, its walls taper inward toward the rear, creating a streamlined aerodynamic profile that cuts fuel consumption and emissions. Unlike external aerodynamic attachments, Aeroflow’s adaptive design integrates directly into the trailer structure, enhancing safety while maximising efficiency across every journey.ContactAeroflow LinkedIn This article was published on 2025-10-27
