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Rivian Patents Camp Kitchen Design For R1S SUV

The filing mentions a retractable module and the images show a cooktop and several drawers.

Aug 21 2023 -

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.

Aug 17 2023 -

New Volkswagen GTI Trademark Hints At Inevitable Electric Performance Future

Grand Touring is staying, but Injection is going away.

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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.

Jul 20 2023 -

Rivian’s Vision For EV Charging: A Vehicle-To-Vehicle Pass-Through System

Rivian’s pass-through charging system can turn EVs into extension cords.

Jul 17 2023 -

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.

Jul 14 2023 -

Ford F-150 Lightning To Get "Flash" Performance Variant

Think of it as the electric equivalent of the F-150 Raptor.

Jun 26 2023 -

Patent Reveals Tesla Cybertruck Tailgate Can Be Remotely Opened And Closed

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

Jun 26 2023 -

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?

Jun 9 2023 -

Mazda Patent Shows Another Rotary Sports Car, This Time A PHEV With AWD

This one has three electric motors.

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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.

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Rivian May Make R1T Electric Pickup Truck Much More Functional

The Rivian R1T is a solid off-road adventure vehicle, but, without some tweaks, it may not be the best choice for a work truck.

Apr 11 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.

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Ford Wants To Make Burnouts In EVs As Easy As Pushing A Button: Patent Filing

The system would “provide a visual display of power” and heat the tires.

Mar 16 2023 -

The Tesla Cybertruck Wheel Covers Are Now Officially Patented

This doesn’t mean that they’ll actually go into production, however.

Mar 9 2023 -

Rivian Patents Air Conditioned EV Charger, But It’s Not What You’d Expect

It’s supposed to cool down or heat up the car’s battery by blowing air at it.

Feb 20 2023 -

Tesla Cybertruck To Feature Windshield Glass That Can Be Bent Through Heat, Patent Shows

The filing mentions that glass “with aggressive feature lines may be formed”.

Jan 24 2023 -

Ferrari EVs Could Have Dodge Fratzonic Exhaust-Like Sound Generator

The system would be a more advanced version of the Dodge Fratzonic exhaust, instead of just having fake sounds played through speakers.

Jan 23 2023 -

Toyota Trademarks Four New BZ Model Names

These new names are also comprised of the letter “C” which could indicate they are two-door vehicles, or have coupe-like design.

Jan 12 2023 -

Ram 1500 REV Trademark Registered For Upcoming Electric Truck

Ram is setting the stage for its upcoming all-electric pickup.

Dec 29 2022 -

Patent Reveals Mazda May Be Working On A Compact Electric Sedan

It looks to be about the same size as today’s Mazda 3 sedan, and it’s been speculated that it could replace the equivalent ICE model.

Dec 21 2022 -

Buick Electra E1 Through E9 Trademark Filings Hint At Big EV Lineup

GM filed nine new trademark applications with the USPTO on October 27 for Electra E1, E2, E3, E4, E5, E6, E7, E8 and E9 names.

Nov 4 2022 -

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.

Oct 3 2022 -

Volvo EXC90: All-Electric XC90 Replacement Seemingly Leaked In Patent Images

The full-sized SUV is expected to be shown in full later this year.

Aug 14 2022 -