Why are company cars so popular? The reason seems to be that they have special features not found in private autos. Gerry Keenan, fleet manager for GAB Business Services Inc., provided this list to a recent NAFA Bulletin.

1. They travel faster in all gears, especially reverse.

2. They accelerate at a phenomenal rate.

3. They enjoy a much shorter braking distance.

4. They have a much tighter turning radius.

5. They can take bumps at twice the speed of private cars.

6. Oil and tire pressures and battery and water levels do not need to be checked

nearly so often.

7. The floor is shaped just like an ashtray.

8. They burn only gas with the highest trading stamp rate.

9. They do not have to be garaged at night.

10. They can be driven up to 100 miles with the oil warning light on.

11. They need cleaning less often, especially inside.

12. The suspension is reinforced to allow concrete slabs and other heavy building materials to be carried.

13. They are adapted to allow reverse to be engaged while the car is still moving forward.

14. The tire walls are designed for bumping into and over curbs.

15. Unusual and alarming engine noises are easily eliminated by the adjustment of the radio volume control.

16. No security is needed. They may be left anywhere, unlocked, with the keys in the ignition.

AF readers are invited to submit any additional special features that they have discovered on company cars.