FORGET red letter or track days, the latest must-do is a snowmobile safari covering 500 miles, past the Arctic Sea and across the Norwegian fjords.
The eight-day trip will test all driving abilities through varying terrain, via snow-covered forest, across frozen lakes and open fell and through deep snow.
Full instruction on managing the snowmobile, including all safety aspects, will be given on the trip, starting slowly and building up to 140 miles covered on the longest driving day. The trip also includes the opportunity to drive a reindeer-pulled sleigh and go on a boat cruise.
Contact: www.laplandmagic.com
IN-CAR ENTERTAINMENT
Every entertainment aspect is covered in Pioneer’s all-singing all-dancing in-car system.
The package, called AVIC-X1, is a DVD audiovisual entertainment system with memory navigation. Once the navigation system has been uploaded, it can be replaced with a DVD, allowing back-seat passengers to watch a film while the driver listens to the radio and uses the in-dash visual map to navigate. All functions are completed from the one system. A touch screen operates mapping functions but also responds using a voice recognition system that enables drivers to carry out address searches by speaking commands. The system also has a traffic message channel, MP3 player and an optional rear view-parking camera.
Contact: www.pioneer.co.uk
QPOD
THE Qpod is the ideal grown-up’s toy – a two-seater buggy powered by a 340cc four-stroke single cylinder, air-cooled engine.
It has a maximum speed of 45mph and fuel consumption is not a problem as it achieves an economical 60mpg.
The Qpod can be used either on-road or off-road and according to its manufacturer, makes an ideal mode of transport for farms, estates, stables, parks, golf clubs, leisure and holiday venues requiring a versatile and reliable low cost vehicle. Safety is not an issue as the Qpod has padded side protection bars, head restraints, three point inertia reel seat belts, roll-over protection and a safety glass windscreen.
CHRISTMAS NUMBERPLATE
CAR owners really wanting to get into the Christmas spirit can order a yuletide-themed personalised registration plate.
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has almost 19 million different plates on offer, including Christmas themes or personalised messages for loved ones.
Plates such as SA04 NTA can be purchased alongside more amorous plates. Romantically-inclined drivers could choose from XX04 YOU or AL02 LUV. A list of the plates still available are shown on the DVLA’s website.
Contact: 0870 6000 142 or visit www.dvlaregistrations.co.uk
FERRARI REMOTE CONTROL
drivers dreaming of a Ferrari on their vehicle choice lists might have to settle for the Ferrari Compact Char-G radio-controlled micro motor set.
The kit is officially licensed by Ferrari and features three models – the Testarossa, F40 and 512BB – all in Ferrari red.
The mini motor is 60mm long and comes with a pocket-size wireless remote controller that doubles as a charging station for the car, with vehicle charging only taking 45 seconds. The cars and their controls come in a red Ferrari presentation box.
Contact: 08700 12 9090 or visit www.mailorderexpress.com/tomy
MINI COLLECTION
AN ideal gift for Mini fanatics or owners that will enable them to accessorise with their beloved vehicles.
Mini’s new winter clothing and accessories collection includes a striped scarf, a pair of black and white cufflinks and a black faux fur muff with chequered lining.
As part of a winter special, Mini is also offering a special roof rack designed for transporting skis and snowboards. The total load capacity of the rack is 75kg, although it can only be fitted to hatchback models.
Contact: www.mini.co.uk or local mini dealer
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