Ford patents hint at EV charging while driving
Ford is exploring patent technology that could allow EVs to charge while driving, using hardware embedded in the road. Published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on…
Read More »Ford patents gullwing door design for SUVs
The gullwing door originated with the Mercedes-Benz 300SL but has been copied multiple times. This time it’s Ford that is contemplating gullwing doors for future vehicles. First spotted by Motor1,…
Read More »Ford F-150 Flash name trademarked
Ford has trademarked the name “F-150 Flash,” hinting that yet another version of the best-selling pickup truck might be on the way. A trademark application first spotted by CarBuzz was…
Read More »GM patents tow-assist device to increase towing capacity
Automakers are always looking to one-up each other by increasing the towing capacity of their pickup trucks, which has led General Motors to contemplate a wild towing solution. GM recently…
Read More »Ford has patent applications for dashboard desk, lay-down front seats
A series of recent Ford patent filings show how the company might make vehicle interiors reconfigurable for work or rest. Three patent applications published recently by the United States Patent…
Read More »Lexus LX 700h trademark points to hybrid flagship
Lexus has filed a trademark application for the name LX 700h, pointing to a possible hybrid version of the luxury brand’s flagship SUV. The application was filed with the United…
Read More »Ford patents bed-mounted cross member system
Ford has filed a patent application for a bed-mounted cross member system that could make securing cargo easier. The application, which was published by the United States Patent and Trademark…
Read More »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…
Read More »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…
Read More »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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