We use them in Germany for parking on dark streets. German cars are equipped with the ability to switch on left or right side, depending on which half of the car is streetside.
If I would have had a Subie in Thailand (75-76), I could prolly fill the board with weed stories...
Just got back from the states 2 days ago, after an 18 day vacation. Hauled the 4 of us (600 lbs) and 7 pieces of luggage inside and on top (350 lbs).
Needless to say, with the 2.2, I was in 3rd gear alot...