Originally Posted by
Retro Grouch
I'm going to side with BlazingPedals. Personally, I'd call that wind deflector on the tractor cab a fairing.
Seconded (thirded?).
It provides a smoother transition, and reduces the backflow between the truck and trialer. Without digging out my aerodynamics books, I'd guess that bit of fiberglass probably nets at least a few percent extra fuel efficiency.
[Disclaimer: I am an aerospace engineer by education, but I'm not an aerodynamicist. I'm a structures guy.]