3 items to splurge on this week

Stuck?

The X-Bull Recovery Traction Tracks Tire Ladder could be a big help when travelling in poor weather or when heading off-road. The product consists of two reinforced nylon tracks that have a 10-tonne load capacity on flat ground. The raised grips on each 36-by-12.2by-4.7-inch track are designed to prevent the stuck wheel from spinning while the vehicle is being driven out. Each set of two X-Bull tracks is available in a variety of colours, such as red, black, orange and yellow. Get more product information or buy from xbullauto.com, starting at about $60 (U.S.).

Artistic licence

France-based Guillermo Forchino obviously believes that art doesn’t need to be taken too seriously, especially when it comes to automotive themes. Each of his polymer-resin pieces depict the vehicles — and the people who drive and ride them — in a whimsical style that should bring a smile and a chuckle to anyone. His everevolving subject matter includes mostly older vehicles, plus a few modern-era classics. Suggested list prices range from $250 to $400 (U.S.) per piece, depending on the subject, but bidding is always accepted. Check out Forchino’s selection at bidonart.com/ guillermo-forchino.

Keep the pressure

Most drivers know how important it is to maintain their vehicle’s correct tire pressure. The problem is most gauges can be hard to read and difficult to attach. And the cheap ones might not be all that accurate. The Accu-Gage H60X Professional Tire Pressure Gauge from Milton Industries comes with a geared precision movement designed for accurate readouts. Go to miltonindustries.com for complete details and purchase for about $13 (U.S.) at amazon.com; look for sellers who will ship to Canada.