Glove compartment, glove box, cubby hole, jocky-box, glove tail — whatever you call it, the glove compartment has been a steadfast feature in the automobile since the early days of motoring. A passive co-driver of sorts, holding valuables, driver’s manuals, small tools, maps (when they were foldable paper and not apps), and of course, driving gloves, after which the box is named.
When the common car came with a wooden steering wheel and a more-or-less open cabin, sweaty palms, splintering wood or a chilly weather demanded there be a place to store your finger warmers. These days, driving gloves aren’t necessary like they once were, but the glove compartment is still a handy shotgun rider. Best to make the most of it with simple luxurious equipment.
Persol Caligrapher Edition
If you’re driving in ideal conditions, the sun is out — and if equipped, the top is down — so aside from maybe sun tan lotion, you’ll need extra protection. Persol’s Caligrapher sunglasses are a lightweight, stylish way to fend off glare. Besides, the King of Cool himself was a fan of Persols — and Steve McQueen knew a thing or two about driving.
