GR GT trademark fuels rumors of road version of Toyota GT3 racer

Toyota has been busy filing trademark applications for the “GR GT” name, perhaps signaling that it has a new sports car in the works. As first spotted by AutoGuide, Toyota…

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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)…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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Halcyon concept car name trademarked by Stellantis

Stellantis has filed a trademark application in the U.S. for the name Halcyon, likely for use on an upcoming concept car. The application, which was filed with the United States…

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