Arm rests are primarily designed to be used by drivers of cars, trucks and SUVs. But they also fit almost all other motor vehicles. It helps driver to relieve the stress and strain caused by resting the elbow and arm on the surface of the hard door panel while driving. Arm rest is a handsome addition to any vehicle's interior.

Materials used for making Arm Rest
Arm rests are usually made of materials that are soft and comfortable. Some materials used for making arm rests are:

• Leather
• Foam
• Cotton Fabric

Types of Arm Rest
There is yet another type of arm rest known as Center Arm Rest. Center arm rests can be folded and are mainly used in the front to give passengers extra comfort during long journeys.

Characteristics of Arm Rest
Arm rests possess the following important characteristics:

• It is padded and finished with smooth satin, water and stain resistant fabric.
• Can be used in almost any vehicle that has a space between the window glass and door panel.
• Large enough to rest the entire arm and does not move from its place.
• It is soft and usually made of high quality foam and fabric.
• Center arm rest easily fits over console lid and does not restrict access to emergency brake, seat belt or other controls.
• An important feature of center arm rest is that it provides additional height and padding.
• Easy to install.

Uses of Arm Rest
There are several benefits of using arm rests. Some of the important benefits of using arm rest are:

• Maximizes driver comfort by providing added arm support.
• Provides an integrated appearance to the vehicle's interior.
• Relieves the stress and strain caused by resting the elbow and arm on the surface of the hard door panel.