This is the Protectavest...
This is the Protectavest, and it"s designed to secure children in car and minibus seatbelts. Creator Hugh Thomson hopes the garment, which is worn like a body warmer, will cut accident injuries among youngsters. Hugh, from Wishaw, N Lanarks, said: "Kids often wriggle in the car, but the vest straps ensure the belt is always in the optimum position."
Ever left your lights...
Ever left your lights on overnight and come out to a car that refuses to start the next morning? Now, thanks to Battery Brain, you can start the vehicle every time, no matter what equipment you forget to turn off.
The device simply attaches to your vehicleò€™s 12V terminals and comes with a push-button interior control or set of remotes. Installation can be carried out by any competent mechanic with the aid of simple tools.
If Battery Brain detects a drain on the system, the supply is disconnected, ensuring that the 12V wonò€™t completely discharge. That means thereò€™s always enough power to restart the engine.
There are four models ò€“ Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum. The latter two can disconnect the battery if there is an attempt to start the car when armed ò€“ acting as an immobiliser. All models in the range use an auto disconnect facility and can be reset manually. Finally, any settings such as the radio presets or clock are safe, thanks to a separate memory circuit.
Itò€™s suitable for use on all vehicles and the maker claims it will save users money, as they wonò€™t have to replace tired batteries as often.