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BMW iM3 trademark hints at high-performance EV

BMW iM3 trademark hints at high-performance EV

It's a significant sign pointing towards the electric future for BMW's M division.

By Brian Potter 1m ago

Toyota FJ Cruiser revival seems one step closer with Land Cruiser FJ trademark

Toyota FJ Cruiser revival seems one step closer with Land Cruiser FJ trademark

It looks like Toyota is turning the Land Cruiser into a family of several models.

By Brian Potter 07 November 2023

Lexus trademarks new EV concepts in Europe with LF-Z nomenclature

Lexus trademarks new EV concepts in Europe with LF-Z nomenclature

A Lexus EV is set to break cover at the Japan Mobility Show 2023 on 25 October.

By Brian Potter 17 October 2023

Ford patents car sun visors that can also break windows

Ford patents car sun visors that can also break windows

The metal rod holding the sun visor doubles has an emergency glass breaker.

By Brian Potter 13 October 2023

Toyota patents active aero tech that makes it easier To service trucks

Toyota patents active aero tech that makes it easier To service trucks

Toyota could make active air dams more effective by not worrying about blocking vehicle service areas.

By Chris Bruce 08 October 2023

New Lexus trademark filing hints at LFA return

New Lexus trademark filing hints at LFA return

The company is working on the supercar’s all-electric successor.

By Brian Potter 05 October 2023

Hyundai N74 trademark hints at concept-inspired sports car

Hyundai N74 trademark hints at concept-inspired sports car

The N Vision 74 Concept from 2022 had a hydrogen fuel cell that fed power to a pair of rear-mounted electric motors.

By Brian Potter 22 September 2023

Ford patents floor airbag to prevent loose cargo hitting occupants

Ford patents floor airbag to prevent loose cargo hitting occupants

The C-shaped airbag would run along the walls and seatback.

By Brian Potter 21 September 2023

Ford files trademark for F-200, possibly for upcoming EV truck codenamed T3

Ford files trademark for F-200, possibly for upcoming EV truck codenamed T3

Ford’s next-generation full-size electric pickup will be built at the BlueOval City facility in Tennessee.

By Brian Potter 06 September 2023

Ford patents adapter that would enable EV charging daisy chain

Ford patents adapter that would enable EV charging daisy chain

It’s similar to Rivian’s patent for pass-through charging, but doesn't require any vehicle modifications.

By Brian Potter 24 August 2023

Ford patents in-road wireless charging tech for EVs

Ford patents in-road wireless charging tech for EVs

The document proposes embedding coils in the road surface, which send power wirelessly to EVs while driving.

By Brian Potter 18 August 2023

New Volkswagen GTI trademark hints at inevitable electric performance future

Grand Touring is staying, but Injection is going away.

By Brian Potter 02 August 2023

Toyota’s next move: Trademark filed for Lexus TZ three-row electric SUV

Toyota’s next move: Trademark filed for Lexus TZ three-row electric SUV

The Lexus TZ might be the electric alternative to the recently unveiled TX.

By Brian Potter 21 July 2023

Ford files patent for portable charging trailer with integrated motors

Ford files patent for portable charging trailer with integrated motors

It has an integrated battery pack that can power the EV that’s towing it, as well as multiple plugs.

By Brian Potter 15 July 2023

Ford stand-up driving patent is latest in a year of interesting ideas

Ford stand-up driving patent is latest in a year of interesting ideas

The automaker also published ideas for drive-in movies, gullwing doors, and cars that repossess themselves, among other filings.

By Brian Potter 11 July 2023

Patent reveals Tesla Cybertruck tailgate can be remotely opened and closed

Patent reveals Tesla Cybertruck tailgate can be remotely opened and closed

The mechanism has a counterweight to reduce the effort provided by the actuator.

By Brian Potter 27 June 2023

Ford files patent for roof-mounted EV backup battery

Ford files patent for roof-mounted EV backup battery

Could this be the solution for zero-emissions off-roading where access to chargers is limited?

By Brian Potter 09 June 2023

Kia Tasman trademark could be for new truck for emerging markets

Kia Tasman trademark could be for new truck for emerging markets

The company filed trademark applications for the name in Australia, New Zealand, Uruguay, Costa Rica, and France.

By Brian Potter 06 June 2023

Hyundai patents assisted track driving system

Hyundai patents assisted track driving system

Don't worry, it won't touch the steering wheel and pedals.

By Brian Potter 02 June 2023

Mazda patent shows another rotary sports car, this time a PHEV with AWD

Mazda patent shows another rotary sports car, this time a PHEV with AWD

This one has three electric motors.

By Brian Potter 16 May 2023

Ford files patent for gullwing SUV door that opens to one side

Ford files patent for gullwing SUV door that opens to one side

The patent was filed to the USPTO in October 2021 but was only published recently.

By Jacob Oliva 23 April 2023

MG Cyberster electric roadster design, specs leaked by the Chinese government

MG Cyberster electric roadster design, specs leaked by the Chinese government

It has an electric motor driving each axle. The filing lists the top speed as 124 mph.

By Brian Potter 12 April 2023

Ford patents train-detecting system for making railroad crossings safer

Ford patents train-detecting system for making railroad crossings safer

The system would be able to communicate this info with other vehicles.

By Brian Potter 05 April 2023

Subaru files trademark application for "STe" in Germany

Subaru just submitted the paperwork. It's too soon to know what the company intends to do with the name.

By Brian Potter 29 March 2023

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