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This Might Be Nissan's New Sedan Before You're Supposed to See It

Is this a new Altima? The Sentra? Or something else entirely?

Jun 6 2025 -

This Might Be the New Toyota FJ Cruiser

Toyota teased a smaller, boxy SUV nearly two years ago—and this new patent image provides an even clearer look.

May 30 2025 -

GM Just Filed Another Interesting Trademark

Before the Camaro, there was the Panther. And General Motors just filed to renew that trademark in the US.

May 30 2025 -

Lexus Trademarked 'LBX' In America. But Why?

Is there any chance Lexus brings its tiniest SUV Stateside?

May 27 2025 -

GM Trademarked the Pontiac Name, But Don't Expect a Comeback

The filing is for GM to use it on things like hub caps and license plate frames.

May 23 2025 -

The Weirdest Factory Porsche 911 Could Make a Comeback

Porsche has filed new trademarks for the "flachbau" name. Could this mean a return for the famous "Slantnose?"

May 21 2025 -

Is This Ram's Compact Truck for America?

Ram secured a patent with the US Patent and Trademark Office for a compact pickup.

May 2 2025 -

Here's How Mazda Would Build an Electric Miata

A Mazda patent simply called "Electric Automobile" shows a Miata-shaped car with batteries stacked in the middle.

Apr 28 2025 -

Ferrari Is Developing Fake Gear Shifts For Its EVs

Two recent patent applications detail Ferrari's virtual engine and gearbox system for an EV.

Apr 24 2025 -

Honey, Ferrari Shrunk the V-12

Using pill-shaped pistons and a novel connecting-rod design, Ferrari has a way of making its V-12s shorter.

Mar 18 2025 -

Toyota's New Trademark Filing Hints at a High-Performance Celica

A GR Celica trademark recently appeared in Brazil, and Celica is already trademarked all around the world.

Feb 11 2025 -

GM Wants To Beam Holographic Images Directly to Your Eyeballs

It could replace touchscreens as the choice form of entertainment for future road trips.

Dec 14 2024 -

Lucid Could Use Two-Speed Transmissions in Future EVs

The American automaker is interested in two-speed transmissions that allow electric motors to operate in ideal ranges at different speeds.

Dec 3 2024 -

New BMW iX3 leaks via patent photos

It will arrive in 2025, will be based on the Neue Klasse platform and will be different from the combustion X3

Nov 16 2024 -

Google's Wild New Patent Would Take Control Away From Bad Drivers

It goes way beyond existing driver assist systems, but don't expect it anytime soon.

Nov 6 2024 -

It Sure Looks Like GM Is Copying Lucid's Homework

The Detroit automaker has a design for a new drive unit that incorporates one of Lucid's key mechanical concepts.

Oct 31 2024 -

Ford Wants Its Cars to Have 'Drone-Based' Security

A patent talks about cars monitoring the front of your house while a drone patrols the back.

Oct 21 2024 -

Acura Could Finally Resurrect the RSX

Honda Motor Company has filed a new trademark for the name in Japan.

Oct 8 2024 -

Ford Wants To Protect You From Accidentally Trafficking Drugs

A drug-detection system would ensure no one plants drugs on your vehicle.

Sep 23 2024 -

Porsche's Idea for a Six-Stroke Internal Combustion Engine Looks Brilliant

The patented engine design features a special crankshaft that adds more power and compression strokes to the cycle.

Sep 17 2024 -

Nissan Z 'Warrior' Trademark Hints at an Off-Road Sports Car

The company has been open about wanting to expand the Warrior line in Australia.

Sep 13 2024 -

Ford Patents System for In-Vehicle Advertisements

It can listen in to your conversations and play audio ads when it's quiet.

Sep 3 2024 -

Your Next Hyundai Could Have Ferrari-Style Shift Lights on its Steering Wheel

A patent filing reveals the company’s idea to simplify the wheel’s assembly process.

Jun 24 2024 -

GM's Novel Axial Flux Motor Could Be Key to Smaller, Cheaper EVs

Using a unique hydraulic system, the automaker could boost the efficiency of an electric motor that is already lightweight and compact.

Jun 4 2024 -