Head designer at Mazda...
Head designer at Mazda, Moray Callum, showed off a neat touch on the MX Crossport concept At Detroit - a pop-out towbar that"s hidden in the rear bumper. "It could be an option on any future production model if people are willing to pay for it," he said. Callum added the sporty-looking 4x4 could take its powertrain from the 6 MPS, which uses a 270bhp 2.3-litre engine.
The "Pidplates" are...
The "Pidplates" are injection-moulded and chrome-plated logos, made from the same materials as most car"s brand and model details. Motorists can choose any combination of letters and symbols up to 20 characters, to add a personal message, or advertise their company in a more stylish way than stuck-on plastic.
The makers claim that once attached they look like original equipment, and their resilience to all weathers means they should outlast your motor!
Each 20-character logo costs ÷£38, plus shipping, and can be ordered from the website at www.pidplates.co.uk