USEFUL “GADGETS”

Rotorua Morning Post, Volume 1, Issue 164, 4 March 1932, Page 2

USEFUL “GADGETS”

few extra fittings make great dlfferenfce in driviNg MIRRORS AND LAMPS Car owners can^ sorhetimes malce their cars more comfoytable. to drive a'nd more convenieiit to use by the addition of a few carefully-selected extra fittings. Tbe most important matter in the questibh of -driving comfort is, of course, a good seating position, as this is a point which not only affects personal comfortj but actual driving ability as well, becaUsfe the driver who is well plaeed with regard to the controls is- in a much better position to handle his car with precision than the driver who is sitting in an unnatural attitude. A seaib that is readily adjustable_ o ver a wide range is a great aid to comfort, whils't those who have ' cai's, Avith a badly-arranged seat, but do not feel inclined to go to much expense to., rectify the . trouble, will bften find that a wedge-shaped cushion will ihake all the difference between comfort and discomfort on a long run. Sliding seats, which are ; Standard in sohie chrs, Will-be found a boon, as they are instantly adjustable for correct leg reach and make entry and exit far easier. Driving Mirrors Mos't car manufacturers now fit a driving mirror as standard, and this should certainly be regarded as an pssential accessory. In the cast of saloons it is often worth while, in fact, to fit an additional mirror so that a view is obtaitted both along the side of the car by meails of an external mirror and through the rear Window with the aid of the one fitted above the windshield. Travelling at night has a certain fascination and those who eover many miles ih the course of a year after lighting-up time would do well to equip their cars with a good spotlight. It is very useful, both for finding the way and for fog driving, whilst if it is of the detachable type containing a spool of flex it comes in handy for roadside repairs or adjustments. Makes a Difference There hre innumerable other accessories which make thes driver's lot easier. It is surprising what a difference a few "extras" seem to make to a car. Then there is the question of maintenanee which must not be overlooked, and the owner who is keen to keep his car in firstclass trim will find many things adVertised to help him; to make the task lighter. Body po1.ishes that give quick and lasting rrsults, fcot-pumps that save much baclc-aching work in keeping the tyres up to pressure, special tools for facilitating such jobs as valve removal, quick-drying enamels or cellulose lacquers for touching up blemishes in the body-Work; all these are but a few of the items that are a great aid in preserving the good looks and efficient working of a car. Motorists are, in fact, extremely well catered for in these days, and if discretion is exercised in the purchase of a few good gadgets, motoring can be made far more pleasant on quite a limited outlay.