A new app promises to protect alloy rims from scuffs and scrapes.
We have all done it. Maneuvering into a tight parking space, one wheel scrapes against the kerb – making the sound that only comes from alloy grinding against stone.
Alloy wheels can be refurbished at the cost of about £50 per wheel, but it’s time and expense that the makers of SmartRim aim to help motorists avoid.
A small device attaches to the inside of each wheel arch and gauges the distance between the car and the curb. A proximity warning is transmitted to your smartphone.
The app also a peak acceleration logging facility. The feature measures the interval between periods of accelerations. Such data can help promote the type of smooth driving that conserves fuel.
The SmartRim app can also help you locate your car if you have forgotten where it is parked. Find out more about SmartRim at indiegogo.com/projects/smartrim
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