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GEAR GUIDE Tire traction system Flex Trax's GoClaws tire traction system is designed for use in mud, sand, snow and ice in a variety of applications. The injection-molded high-strength and highdurability polyurethane assembly features a positivelocking design that impedes bolts and screws from loosening, helping to provide a smoother ride and longer life through improved abrasion resistance and less tire damage. The company's SnoClaws product features a different ratchet fastening system. Flex Trax, flextrax.com, 423-244-8030. Text INFO to 205-289-3555 or visit ovdinfo.com Dual USB extender/charger Mizco's Tough Tested Dual USB 8-foot Power Extender/ Charger and Durable Braided 6-foot USB Cables are built to meet the ever-expanding power, safety, flexibility and utility demands of drivers using today's smartphones and tablets. The Power Extender – designed to bring the power head to the driver – provides 3.1 amps of power via two USB ports, which allows for simultaneous charging of two devices. A light-up face helps make it easier to locate and navigate connections in a dark environment. A detachable clip system integrated into the power head provides added mounting options. The USB and audio cables are constructed with 4mm heavy-gauge wire and are shielded. A fabric jacket helps make them tougher and tangle-free. All cables are 6 feet and have a cord manager, as well as gold-plated tips for added connectivity. Mizco International, mizco.com, 800-266-4026. Text INFO to 205-289-3555 or visit ovdinfo.com Engine pre-heat timer Webasto's SmarTemp Control fx Timer is designed to work with the company's engine pre-heaters and to be easy to program for repeated heating duration times, eliminating the need to idle. The high-efficiency heaters help provide fuel savings and reduced engine wear and emissions during cold starts. The LCD screen displays both week-at-a-glance and month-ata-glance settings, and timer settings are saved indefinitely until changed; four different settings per day are available. Webasto Thermo & Comfort North America, smartempcontrol.com, 800-215-7010. Text INFO to 205-289-3555 or visit ovdinfo.com December 2013 | Overdrive | 47 Gear_Guide_1213.indd 47 11/26/13 10:22 PM

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