This hose has a curved end that is easy on the wrist for everyday use. The extra length is just what I need for cleaning from the top, bottom and back without being too long so the cleaner doesn't follow you without getting stuck. The hose runs from one side of the car to the other. The best thing is the suction reducer. Because "more power" is better, and vacuum cleaners now have higher suction power, sometimes that's too much. Turn the suction ring so that the "bypass" is open to reduce theโฆ