Stellantis patents rear-wheel-steering system

A patent filing hints that Stellantis may be the next automaker to adopt a rear-wheel-steering system. Several automakers already offer rear-wheel steering on a variety of vehicles, but Stellantis’ patent…

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Ford still working on roof-mounted airbags, files another patent

Ford has filed a second patent application for roof-mounted airbags aimed at offering added crash protection to vehicle occupants. The automaker filed a patent application with the United States Patent…

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Ford pickup with midgate and fold-flat seats patented

A recent patent filing indicates that Ford might follow General Motors and Ram with a midgate for pickup trucks, but the automaker has another trick up its sleeve as well….

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Ford patented a magnetic charger for EVs

Ford has filed a patent application for a magnetic EV charger that lets drivers charge without having to get out of their cars. Filed with the United States Patent and…

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GM files patent for AR auto-dimming windshield

General Motors has filed a patent application for an augmented reality (AR) auto-dimming windshield to protect drivers from the glare of oncoming headlights. First spotted by Motor1, the application was…

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Infiniti QX65 trademark hints at new coupe-like SUV

A new trademark filing may be a sign Infiniti is preparing to launch an SUV positioned between its QX60 and QX80 models. As first noticed by Motor1, Infiniti parent Nissan…

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Ford patents roof-mounted airbags

Ford has filed a patent application for roof-mounted airbags that would deploy from a vehicle’s headliner and surround occupants for added crash protection. The application was filed with the United…

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Trademark filings point to whole family of Buick Electra EVs

Buick is committed to offering a fully electric lineup by 2030 and will launch its first electric vehicle in 2024. That EV will carry the Electra name, and it may…

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Ascendiq name trademarked for possible use in Cadillac’s electric future

A new trademark filing hints at another possible name for a future Cadillac electric vehicle. General Motors recently filed a trademark application for the name “Ascendiq” with the United States…

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Ford patents way to reduce turning radius on future vehicles

Some automakers have turned to all-wheel steering steering to make vehicles more maneuverable, but Ford is looking to patent an alternative solution. A patent application filed with the United States…

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