Rivian patents bed rack system
Bed racks are a popular aftermarket accessory for pickup trucks, but a recently revealed patent filing indicates Rivian is developing its own version for electric pickups. A patent application titled…
Read More »Ford patents voice assist with configurable personality
Voice-assist systems are commonplace in cars today, but Ford wants to give them personalities. A patent application from the automaker published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)…
Read More »Rivian patents underbed drop-down storage tray
The Rivian R1T electric truck already boasts underbed storage and a clever tunnel aft of the cab, but the automaker is looking at another storage option for future trucks. As…
Read More »Ford patents a modular chassis designed for trucks, sports cars
Automakers often discuss modular architectures that can be used for multiple models, but a newly surfaced Ford patent filing takes the concept of modularity to another level. The application, which…
Read More »Rivian patents spare wheel containers for electric SUV
The Rivian R1S electric SUV doesn’t have an external spare wheel, but a recently surfaced patent filing indicates the automaker is considering one for future models, and it could also…
Read More »Scout trademarks lineup of historic nameplates
The Volkswagen Group’s new Scout Motors brand is getting ready for its market launch by trademarking a long list of potential nameplates for electric off-roaders. First spotted by Autoblog, Scout…
Read More »Nighthawk nameplate trademarked by Stellantis
Stellantis has filed a trademark application in the U.S. for the name “Nighthawk.” Filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on Nov. 30, the application covers “land…
Read More »Ford aims to make cop cars safer for perps
The back seat of a police car isn’t the most comfortable place to be, but Ford is looking at ways to at least make the journey to booking safer. A…
Read More »Ferrari files patent for an in-wheel electric motor
Ferrari has filed a patent application for in-wheel electric motors. While such technology isn’t knew, Ferrari in its patent claims to have a more simplified design. The patent application was…
Read More »Ford patents cargo bed extension system for pickup trucks
Ford has filed a patent application for a cargo bed extension system that could allow pickup trucks to carry longer items when needed. In the application—which was published by the…
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