Tonneau Covers for Trucks

Tonneau Covers for Trucks

Tonneau covers protect truck cargo beds from weather, theft, and UV exposure while improving the aerodynamic profile of the vehicle for fuel economy benefits. Available in soft and hard construction materials and multiple opening styles, tonneau covers are among the most popular truck accessories across all full-size and mid-size pickup platforms.

Popular Tonneau Cover Types

Popular tonneau cover styles include soft roll-up covers offering lightweight access and simple installation, tri-fold hard tonneau covers providing rigid protection with full bed access when folded, retractable aluminum or polycarbonate covers for smooth one-hand operation, hinged one-piece fiberglass covers painted to match factory body color, and bakflip-style folding hard panel covers that stand upright for full bed access while keeping the cover attached to the truck.

Do tonneau covers improve fuel economy?

Tonneau covers reduce aerodynamic drag by covering the open box section of the truck bed, which creates significant turbulence at highway speeds. Studies suggest a properly installed tonneau cover can improve highway fuel economy by 1 to 2 miles per gallon by reducing bed drag at highway speeds. The improvement is most significant with soft roll-up and retractable covers that seal fully against the bed rails with no panel gaps.

Are tonneau covers weatherproof?

Hard folding and retractable tonneau covers provide the highest level of weather resistance, sealing tightly against the bed rails with compressible seals that resist wind-driven rain and road spray. Soft roll-up tonneau covers provide good weather protection in most conditions but are not fully waterproof in heavy downpour conditions or high-pressure car wash situations. For maximum water protection, a hard folding or retractable cover with perimeter seals is the recommended choice.

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