Aftermarket action

Take it from a car guy Comedian and former talk-show host Jay Leno is also well known for his collection of cars and motorcycles that numbers in the hundreds. Now he has allowed his name to be used for a line of car-care products. They include the usual washing and polishing liquids and sprays/gels for paint, chrome, tires and wheels, plus interior cleaning aids for leather, vinyl and plastic surfaces. The collection of products is fairly inclusive — there’s even an assortment of brushes, towels and sponges that display Jay’s signature — and appears to be reasonably priced. The kit shown here (one of many different kits) sells for $60. Check out the selection at www.lenosgarage.com.

Lighter and faster

Speedkore specializes in making carbon-fiber components and performance engines for Ford Mustangs. For a hard-core weekend racer with a Mustang, the company can provide a Carbon Series kit, including Mustang Shelby GT350 body and performance engine (worth 750 horsepower), performance suspension, brakes, radiator and a wheel-and-tire package. Speedkore also includes a Carbon Series interior with racing bucket seats and other goodies. All of this weight-saving goodness — the company does not say how much lighter, however — will cost you slightly more than $105,000, not including your donor Mustang. Visit www.speedkore.com.

Get a Gryp in the garage

Keeping various tools, sockets, nuts, bolts, washers, clips, etc., in plain sight isn’t always easy when working in and around your vehicle. A Grypmat — available in three sizes — keeps parts and pieces from sliding away. The secret is the bendable rubber-like compound that allows the Grypmat to firmly attach itself to almost any surface, also keeping whatever you place on it completely secure. Prices start at $30 for the 6-by-12-inch size, while the 8-by-12-inch size sells for $45. The 12-by-22-inch version sells for $70. You can get all three for $130. Buy from www.grypmat.com or from www.summitracing.com (SKU # 910086).