Already
compulsory on the European mainland… Hella warning triangles pack
small, are easy to assemble and stand securely. Not the cheapest, but they work
best.
This
Maypole 3 tonne tow rope starts at 1.8m and stretches to 3.8m, eliminating
snatching. Its drop forged hooks make it quick, clean and easy to use - there's
no need to grovel around under the car looking for places to tie on or loop
through.
When
you drive in mainland Europe and other right hand drive countries you need to
convert your headlamp dipped beams from left to right to avoid dazzling oncoming
drivers. Metro's "Beam Benders" are unlike other products in
that they deflect light rather than just blocking it out.
This
is a comprehensive spare bulb kit with spares for every light in the car.
This
is an outstanding handlamp, a reliable torch to keep at the ready in the boot
of the car - and use for expeditions across the camp site at night. It's lightweight
(800 g), very powerful, waterproof, built to last. It lasts up to five hours
per charge, has a rapid (four hour) recharge cycle, and an emergency spare bulb.
This
is a compact, complete and good value for money compass, made by Silva
- the world's largest compass manufacturer. It can be mounted vertically, horizontally,
upside down or anywhere in between, has a built-in green L.E.D. illumination
for night time use, and is easily removed from its bracket for safe keeping.
It's easy to set up and use, and has a five year warranty.
Taking a channel crossing and
driving on the continent is a great way to see Europe. Having your own vehicle
gives you the freedom to visit desired destinations at your leisure and the
flexibility to adjust your plans as you see fit. However, in order to safely
enjoy this freedom, it's important to be prepared. You'll need both the items
that you are legally bound to carry on the continent, and want to browse the
other accessories that can help to keep your journey comfortable and trouble
free.
In this section you'll find a selection of top quality products available
from Van-Racks. The range has been specifically selected with the needs of
those driving on the continent in mind. Please, in addition to browsing below,
be sure to click the link on the right which informs you of the legal requirements
for driving accessories throughout Europe
AccuGage
tyre gauges are made in the U.S.A by G.H. Meiser & Co., the worlds
largest maker of precision tyre gauges. They are very highly specified, manufactured
with reliability and durability in mind, and are particularly easy to read.
Satisfying products to use.
This
light is the ideal partner for your Hella warning triangle. Its white
light makes an excellent torch, it stands up in winds up to Gale Force 9, and
the amber flashing light can be seen from 3 km away on a clear night.
Peli
make outstanding torches. They are made from unbreakable resins, don't have
switches to go wrong, won't freeze in your hands, won't roll around, and have
spare parts which are readily available at a sensible price. No surprise therefore
that they have long been the first choice for the US military and, increasingly
our own military and emergency services.
Hella's
map lamps consist of powerful, glare free halogen bulbs and flexible metal
arms. At 29cm long overall, this lamp will fit into your glovebox, out of the
way, but is quickly plugged into a 12v cigarette lighter socket to provide a
bright reading light.
This
is a product we hope you never have to use. It reflects and retains up to 80%
of radiated body heat, and is a potential life saver. It only weighs 3 0z, is
four and a half inches long when packed, and opens out to 4' 8" by 7' (142
cm by 214 cm).
Super
quality, thick, warm, all wool rugs, woven and made on Islay. Perfect
for picnics, sitting out, keeping you warm at night. We couldn't decide which
ones we liked best so we made them all available.
Pack
one of these collapsible Ortovox snow shovels into one of the rear pockets
of your car, and you'll need never to be caught out again by the sudden arrival
of winter, whether you are off for a winter holiday or just commuting on the
M62! The blade is made from unbreakable polycarbon. Weight 45 grams.
RUD's Quick Step shoe chain
is the simplest and cheapest, but it still makes a massive
difference between slipping and walking! All you need to do is to pull the
superlastic loops over your shoe (small loop over the toe, large loop over
the heel) and off you go!
Driving
Abroad
Welcome
to the travel accessories page. Here you will find a comprehensive range of
items intended to help you get the most from your travel adventure.
Click
on the name or image of any item you are interested in and you'll be taken to
a detailed specification page, with links to the on line ordering system, and
also Related Products.
The RUD 'Bergsteiger' is altogether
a much more serious shoe chain, available
in four sizes. It is standard issue to most European post offices, including
our own Royal Mail!
Made of alloy steel, easy to put on, take off, and
store and (amazingly!) self-cleaning, i.e. no snow and ice residue is left
between the chain and the sole of the shoe.
>>
Click here
to see the legal requirements for the major European countries.
The
original car accessory as invented by Kamei in 1958 for their Volkswagen Beetle
show car. The current version is made of non-breaking acrylic fibre in pale
silver, with a rose.
The
Piccolo is an anti-slip mat for your dashboard, ideal for holding mobile
phones, spectacles, pens, keys and loose change. Available in 24cm x 20cm washable
sheets, they can be cut down to the size of your van's cubby hole. A perfect
way of keeping your vehicle tidy.
These
useful accessories are a must for your car. Ideal for drinks cans, they are
weighted at the base. They remain stable due to their use of non-slip material.
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