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Toyota files for Lexus LFR trademark in Europe

Toyota files for Lexus LFR trademark in Europe

It could be months before Toyota actually gets the trademark on this name.

By Chris Bruce 15 October 2022

BMW iX6, iX7, iX8 and iX9 electric SUV trademarks uncovered

BMW iX6, iX7, iX8 and iX9 electric SUV trademarks uncovered

Based on this information, it looks like BMW wants to create an entire range of electric SUVs larger than the one it has today.

By Brian Potter 04 October 2022

BMW XM SUV reveals its bold production design in new patent images

BMW XM SUV reveals its bold production design in new patent images

The SUV is due to arrive later this year.

By Brian Potter 02 September 2022

Next-gen Volvo XC90 EV design allegedly revealed in patent images

Next-gen Volvo XC90 EV design allegedly revealed in patent images

It could be called the Volvo EXC90.

By Brian Potter 13 August 2022

More affordable Lexus RZ300e reportedly being developed

More affordable Lexus RZ300e reportedly being developed

The Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra’s posh cousin may be getting a cheaper base version.

By Brian Potter 09 August 2022

Study says Toyota is a global solid-state battery patent leader

Study says Toyota is a global solid-state battery patent leader

The first Toyota to get a solid-state battery is believed to be the next-gen Prius hybrid, not an EV.

By Brian Potter 14 July 2022

Ford trademarks Mustang Dark Horse name all around the world

Ford trademarks Mustang Dark Horse name all around the world

This could be the new Mustang black accent package.

By Brian Potter 01 July 2022

Lexus tried but failed to trademark its spindle grille in Australia

Lexus tried but failed to trademark its spindle grille in Australia

The IP office motivated the rejection by claiming the grille is not distinctive enough.

By Brian Potter 28 June 2022

Toyota GR GT3 patent images could preview production model

Toyota GR GT3 patent images could preview production model

The Japanese automaker is currently developing the GT3 model.

By Brian Potter 28 June 2022

2023 Toyota Crown patent images show radical body style change

2023 Toyota Crown patent images show radical body style change

The three-box saloon has made way for a high-riding fastback.

By Brian Potter 20 June 2022

Audi sues Nio alleging ES6 and ES8 names infringe on S6 and S8

Audi sues Nio alleging ES6 and ES8 names infringe on S6 and S8

Nio is an EV maker from China

By Brian Potter 18 June 2022

MG Cyberster roadster leaked, looks like an electric BMW Z4 rival

MG Cyberster roadster leaked, looks like an electric BMW Z4 rival

This EV will be the first two-seater MG since the questionably successful TF.

By Andrei Nedelea 12 June 2022

Polestar 5 design leaked in patent images ahead of 2024 arrival

Polestar 5 design leaked in patent images ahead of 2024 arrival

It looks like the Polestar Precept concept car.

By Brian Potter 04 June 2022

Lamborghini files trademark for Revuelto, could be name for future EV

Lamborghini files trademark for Revuelto, could be name for future EV

If it does become a car, it will be the third Lambo not named after a bull.

By Brian Potter 03 June 2022

Ford patents remote-controlled engine revving system

Ford patents remote-controlled engine revving system

For those who want a good-sounding engine and exhaust note, even on electric cars.

By Brian Potter 10 May 2022

Autonomous Cars

GM patents student driver car that doesn't need an instructor

GM patents student driver car that doesn't need an instructor

GM's autonomous driving instructor will slowly make features available as new drivers become more capable behind the wheel.

By Brian Potter 18 April 2022

Toyota patents dog-walking robot and can pick up a pet's poop

Toyota patents dog-walking robot and can pick up a pet's poop

There's even a mode where your dog can drive the vehicle using paw sensors.

By Brian Potter 12 April 2022

Tesla windscreen laser cleaner patent made public

Tesla windscreen laser cleaner patent made public

This patent was granted in 2021, but it had not been publicly viewable in full until now.

By Brian Potter 29 March 2022

Toyota TX550h+ trademark submission hints possible Lexus TX PHEV

Toyota TX550h+ trademark submission hints possible Lexus TX PHEV

The automaker's stirring the pot once more for a possible GX replacement.

By Brian Potter 28 March 2022

Ford patents a drift mode using combustion engine or electric motor

Ford patents a drift mode using combustion engine or electric motor

The system uses the brakes to induce sliding and modulates the vehicles throttle to hold a drift.

By Brian Potter 21 March 2022

Ford patents hydrogen-fuelled combustion engine

Ford patents hydrogen-fuelled combustion engine

It could be used for a hybrid powertrain.

By Brian Potter 20 March 2022

2023 BMW M3 Touring patent images reveal the super estate

2023 BMW M3 Touring patent images reveal the super estate

It's missing the BMW roundel and the wheel design, but you know what this is.

By Brian Potter 19 March 2022

2023 Lotus Type 132 electric SUV fully reveals interior in patent

2023 Lotus Type 132 electric SUV fully reveals interior in patent

The first Lotus SUV will be unveiled on March 29.

By Brian Potter 16 March 2022

2023 Lotus Electric SUV exterior design revealed in patent images

2023 Lotus Electric SUV exterior design revealed in patent images

The Type 132 won't debut until March 29, but we now know how it looks on the outside.

By Brian Potter 08 March 2022

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