Aftermarket action

It’s all in the details

There are all sorts of scale-model brands out there, but one of the best has to be Exoto. The company produces extraordinarily detailed representations of both racing and classic cars from the 1950s up to present day. One example is this 1/18th scale Ferrari 500 F2 that is realistic in the extreme, right down to the sparkplug lead wires on the car’s 2.0-liter V12 engine, the fuzzy bucket seat and the wooden steering wheel. Even tread on the Ferrari’s Pirelli Corsa tires looks period correct. The 1952 short nose and the 1953 long nose Ferraris are available for $1,300 each. Check out the full assortment at www.exoto. com.

Some like it hot (or cold)

People in need of a modest amount of refrigeration or warming should check out the line of portable systems from Cooluli.

For example, the company’s Classic 4L model has a 4.0-liter capacity (4.2 quarts), which is enough to chill up to six 12-ounce beverage cans, your lunch bag, or anything else that’s best kept cold. The unit, which also warms, includes both AC and DC power cords so you can plug into your vehicle or at home, and it has a USB charging cord that attaches to an external power supply. The Classic 4L costs $50, but Cooluli also sells larger units available at prices ranging from $80 to $150. To order, head to www.cooluli.com.

Look cool while seeing more

If you have a thing for cool protective eyewear while driving, check out Oakley’s Fuel Cell sunglasses. The clean, athletic styling is finished in matte black with your choice of country flag or color icon fitted to the hinge points. The Fuel Cell glasses are available with standard or polarized lenses and in a variety of shade coatings. The polarized versions provide more glare and UV blockage and will help you “judge depth and distance better while letting you see all the fine detail you’ve been missing.” Oakley also makes the Fuel Cell available with prescription lenses. Prices range from $116 for regular lenses, to $176 for the polarized “Deep Water” versions. Check with your local eyewear retailer or order online at www.oakley.com.

Cover-ups for cars and people

Lanmodo has created something special — and versatile — for those who want to protect their vehicles from the elements, or enjoy The Great Outdoors. Once positioned on the roof, The Automatic Car Tent opens by remote control in a claimed eight seconds to act as a sunscreen and as an effective way to keep your ride free from tree sap, bird droppings and other contaminants. It can also serve as a beach umbrella or a seven-person tent for camping. According the company, Car Tent fits just about any car, truck or minivan. Prices start at $300 for the semiautomatic unit, and head up to $370 for the fully automatic version. Details and demonstration videos can be viewed at www.lanmodo.com.