If you"re still flying...
If you"re still flying the flag for England, despite their demise in Euro 2004, it could be bad for your wallet. The flags fixed to thousands of car windows have cost UK motorists over í‚á£6million in increased fuel bills. Tests revealed the extra drag they created drops fuel economy by 1mpg per St George"s Cross.
It"s the throttle pedal...
It"s the throttle pedal that bites back! Continental has developed an accelerator that warns drivers of hazards on the road by vibrating and pushing against their foot.
The idea is to ensure you get off the gas and on to the brakes before an accident. It works in conjunction with the ContiGuard safety software ò€“ employing radar and cameras to predict imminent collisions, or tell if youò€™re too close to another car. The set-up can also be used to persuade owners to drive more economically.