OPEN IN A FLASH
If you have an automatic garage door, carting around a remote control to open it can be a bind. The Flash2Pass makes life easier. The transmitter that commands the garage door to open is linked to the full-beam headlamp flasher. When the stalk is flicked twice, power goes to the transmitter, which sends a unique signal to the receiver in the garage to open the doors. The £69.99 kit is simple to fit, but for another £30 you can use the nationwide fitting service. Get more from Progressive ICE on 0871 871 9747 (www.cooltopia.com)
CLASSIC DANGER
The first 50 years of grand prix racing were among the most glamorous and dangerous the sport has seen. It was an age of serious derring-do with few safety considerations — not even seatbelts. Classic Grand Prix Cars is the illustrated history of the development of these frightening but fascinating machines. Written by Karl Ludvigsen, it charts the evolution of the cars decade by decade with insights into the companies that rose and fell, including ERA and Vanwall. With 248 pages and 232 illustrations, it is available at most bookshops priced at £25 or direct from Haynes on 01963 442 030 (www.haynes.co.uk)
BACK ON THE MAP
The TomTom One became the world’s bestselling portable sat nav device when it was introduced last year and this month the upgraded model is launched. It’s 40% smaller than the previous model but still loaded with hi-tech hardware. It now comes with a choice of mapping: GB only or the whole of western Europe. Prices are £199 and £269 respectively and you can find your nearest dealer on 0845 161 0009 (www.tomtom.com)