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Is this the name of the new Lamborghini?

Is this the name of the new Lamborghini?

Lamborghini Temerario - that's what the heir to the Huracan could be called, at least according to the patent register.

By Brian Potter 4 April 2024

Ferrari wants to build an upside-down, hydrogen, twin-supercharged inline-six

Ferrari wants to build an upside-down, hydrogen, twin-supercharged inline-six

The Italian automaker's patent is so full of radical ideas that it's hard to believe it's only one document.

By Brian Potter 27 March 2024

Mazda to trademark the ‘6e’ name and logo in Europe, maybe for electric saloon

Is the Mazda6 saloon coming back as an EV? A recent model name and logo trademark application in the EU seems to suggest it might.

By Brian Potter 20 March 2024

Lamborghini trademarks Huracán STJ, hinting at one last hurrah for the V10

The STJ will likely be the last Huracán model before its successor arrives.

By Brian Potter 28 February 2024

Mazda might be planning its first carbon fibre chassis

Mazda might be planning its first carbon fibre chassis

Mazda has never made a composite-chassis car, but technical documents from Japanese automaker indicate it's being researched.

By Brian Potter 23 February 2024

Toyota GR GT logo trademark hints at something exciting

Plus, the ageing Mazda6 is sticking around.

By Brian Potter 24 January 2024

Scout's trademark spree reveals what first EV trucks could be named

Scout's trademark spree reveals what first EV trucks could be named

Not going to lie, "Reaper" sounds pretty badass.

By Brian Potter 28 December 2023

New Renault Captur 2024/2025: Restyling of the Hyundai Kona rival!

New Renault Captur 2024/2025: Restyling of the Hyundai Kona rival!

New Renault Captur 2024 has revealed the details of its restyling. The urban SUV gets a design update to compete at the highest level.

By Brian Potter 12 December 2023

Toyota's EV manual transmission could have up to 14 gears

Toyota's EV manual transmission could have up to 14 gears

Finally, the real-life Fast and Furious transmission we've all been waiting for.

By Brian Potter 7 December 2023

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 29 November 2023

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 7 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 8 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 5 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 6 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 2 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

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