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Hauraki Plains Gazette, Volume XXXIV, Issue 4561, 9 May 1923, Page 1

An ingenious device, patented by Mr W, Gurkett, taxi-driver,, for indicating the direction a can is proceeding at night when approaching a crossing or intersection of • street., wag shown before the committee of the Nelson Automobile Association (says the “Mail”). The device is fixed to the bonnet of the car in the same place as the mascottes are, and consists of a cylinder at, the end of which is an electric bulb. This is controlled by a switch operated ov the driver. When, approaching a corner the driver signals the direction he is going by switching the cylinder to the right or left, as the case may be, and at the same time turning on the light A beam of light shoots out, and the driver of the car approaching or following at once sees the direction the other car is going. The demonstration was most satisfactory, particularly when meeting another car. The small light at the front was switched on, pointing in a, direct line, and when turned to the right or left the ar,ms swung across, and the most inexperienced driver would thus be able to see the direction the other, car intended to proceed. Another advantage is that in case of engine trouble the light can be directed to enable the motorist to inspect the engine. The attachment may also be fixed to the back of the car, and this will enable cars overtaking to see the way the other car intends to turn. As the device will be placed on the market after several minor improvements have been effected at a reasonable price, it should be in demand by motorists.