TYRES AND ACCESSORIES.
Tyre trouble is really a thing of the past in almost all cases where the correct size of tyre for the weight of the car has been fitted. Better construction with more lasting materials, better chassis suspension, and above all better braking is the reason for this. In choosing a tyre from many presumably equally good makes, one should be selected which gives a wide area of contact surface to the road in order to minimize the risk of skidding.
Accessories have improved, as is natural, and there has been considerable success in jacking systems, head-lamp con- struction, dipping, and lighting. So far, however, no really satisfactory means has been arrived at for windscreen wiping. There are many wipers, but all have their faults. Battery construction is improving but is not yet perfect, but electrical units of all kinds have become much more reliable. Devices for keeping an engine warm, efficient filters of all kinds, untarnishable plating, and internal fittings have reached a high standard. A notable success has been achieved in the composition and method of applying of cellulose .colours. These can now efficiently be obtained in any required
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