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Patents Toyota files patent for anti-theft system that releases tear gas

Toyota files patent for anti-theft system that releases tear gas

Who wouldn't want to drive around in a car loaded with tear gas?
By Christopher Smith 13 March 2019
Rumours Patents suggest Shelby GT500 will pack aero tweaks galore

Patents suggest Shelby GT500 will pack aero tweaks galore

Everything from active brake cooling to underbody venting is mentioned here.
By Christopher Smith 10 January 2019
Design Ford patents heated seat belts because everyone hates winter

Ford patents heated seat belts because everyone hates winter

Who wouldn't want to be bound in a vehicle by straps of warm electricity?
By Christopher Smith 11 December 2018
Design Mid-engined Corvette hatch cover exposed in patent application

Mid-engined Corvette hatch cover exposed in patent application

The vented frame looks cool, literally and figuratively.
By Christopher Smith 06 December 2018
Industry Mazda trademarks MX-6, but will it use it?

Mazda trademarks MX-6, but will it use it?

A two-door, ICE-powered Mazda coupe would be nice, thanks.
By Anthony Karr 05 December 2018
Technology More Corvette active aero patent filings uncovered

More Corvette active aero patent filings uncovered

The patents describe different methods of using various sensors to create the data for optimising the use of active aerodynamic parts.
By Chris Bruce 25 September 2018
Technology Mazda patents sideways rotary as big as a shoebox

Mazda patents sideways rotary as big as a shoebox

The compact, single-rotor engine will be used as an electric vehicle's range extender.
By Chris Bruce 21 September 2018
Technology New Corvette active aero patents discovered

New Corvette active aero patents discovered

Spoilers and ducts, and side skirts, oh my!
By Anthony Alaniz 14 August 2018
Supercars Ferrari Seeks Patent For New Targa Top That Won't Muss Your Hair

Ferrari Seeks Patent For New Targa Top That Won't Muss Your Hair

The idea seems interesting, but why does the application include sketches of an F430?
By Christopher Smith 10 August 2018
Breaking Mysterious new Audi Q3 patent surfaces

Mysterious new Audi Q3 patent surfaces

Could this be the SQ3?
By Adrian Padeanu 03 August 2018
Breaking This Is It: 2019 BMW X7 Leaked In Patent Images

This Is It: 2019 BMW X7 Leaked In Patent Images

Like it or not, the concept's huge front grille will have a correspondent on the production model.
By Adrian Padeanu 02 August 2018
Technology Ferrari Files Cool-Sounding E-Turbo 4-Cylinder Engine Patent

Ferrari Files Cool-Sounding E-Turbo 4-Cylinder Engine Patent

The E-turbo can sacrifice its efficiency to make a better sound.
By Chris Bruce 20 July 2018
Technology Uber files patent for questionable new tech that avoids unsafe areas

Uber files patent for questionable new tech that avoids unsafe areas

And it could ostracize drivers with older vehicles.
By Jeff Perez 02 July 2018
For Sale Mercedes selling replica of the very first car ever patented

Mercedes selling replica of the very first car ever patented

Nostalgia at its finest.
By Jacob Oliva 24 June 2018
Rumours Lotus SUV revealed in leaked patent images

Lotus SUV revealed in leaked patent images

It's a Lotus, Jim, but not as we know it.
By Sam Burnett 30 October 2017
Spy photos BMW X2 Revealed In Patent Image Leak

BMW X2 Revealed In Patent Image Leak

How to make a cute concept production-ready.
By Richard Aucock 04 July 2017
Government U.S. Investigating BMW, Honda, Toyota For Alleged Patent Violation

U.S. Investigating BMW, Honda, Toyota For Alleged Patent Violation

The companies are violating patents for thermoplastic components.
By Anthony Karr 03 May 2017
Porsche Aims To Clean Up Aero With Active Rear Diffuser Patent

Porsche Aims To Clean Up Aero With Active Rear Diffuser Patent

The company even outlines a way to use this tech on future EVs.
By Chris Bruce 28 April 2017
Technology Toyota Files Electric Supercharger Patent, For New Supra?

Toyota Files Electric Supercharger Patent, For New Supra?

Toyota filing a patent for a better way to build an electric supercharger hints the company might put one into production.
By Chris Bruce 26 March 2017
Rumours Mazda Rotary Engine May Have A Future After All

Mazda Rotary Engine May Have A Future After All

It would basically be a battery charger, but it just might be perfect for plug-in hybrids.
By Christopher Smith 26 March 2017
Ford wants you to sleep easy in its cars

Ford wants you to sleep easy in its cars

Ford has registered an unusual but potentially useful patent; it’s invented a neck-saving travel pillow contained in a headrest.
By Iain Dooley 01 March 2017
Toyota patents shape-shifting body for a flying car

Toyota patents shape-shifting body for a flying car

By using a flexible frame for the body and rear-mounted propeller, the automaker could finally make this dream a reality.
By Chris Bruce 28 June 2016
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