Abstract: A console and storage system for a vehicle is disclosed as located between two seats in the vehicle. The console and storage system includes a base, an armrest mounted with respect to the base and a first storage device captured between the base and the armrest. The armrest is configured to move between a deployed position and a stowed position. The first storage enclosure is removable when the armrest is not in the deployed position. The armrest is adjustable and has an accessory interface for coupling accessories to the armrest. A method for operating the console and storage system is also disclosed.

Abstract: An assembly for providing additional storage in a vehicle includes a drawer housing located beneath a rear seat of a vehicle. The housing may serve as a coupling location for the seat cushion and includes front and back walls and cross beams which define side openings on either side of the vehicle. A drawer fits within the housing and may be opened from either side. In a preferred embodiment, the assembly also includes a load floor coupled to the drawer housing and movable between a generally vertical position in which access to the drawer is facilitated and a lowered position where it supports the cushion of the seat or, if desired, the seat back in a folded position. The drawer may slide across the floor of the vehicle or, in the preferred and illustrated embodiment, include rails which cooperate with grooves on the front and back walls of the drawer housing to facilitate easy sliding of the drawer.

Abstract: An assembly for providing additional storage in a vehicle includes a drawer housing located beneath a rear seat of a vehicle. The housing may serve as a coupling location for the seat cushion and includes front and back walls and cross beams which define side openings on either side of the vehicle. A drawer fits within the housing and may be opened from either side. In a preferred embodiment, the assembly also includes a load floor coupled to the drawer housing and movable between a generally vertical position in which access to the drawer is facilitated and a lowered position where it supports the cushion of the seat or, if desired, the seat back in a folded position. The drawer may slide across the floor of the vehicle or, in the preferred and illustrated embodiment, include rails which cooperate with grooves on the front and back walls of the drawer housing to facilitate easy sliding of the drawer.

Abstract: An extender for a truck of the type which includes a pivoting tailgate includes a panel mounted to the upper edge of the tailgate and a pair of wings mounted pivotally to the ends of the panel. Cargo space is extended by lowering the existing truck tailgate, pivoting the panel to a vertical position and opening the wings on either side to engage the sides of the truck. Cargo space is thus extended by a length approximately equal to the height of the tailgate. A tie-down system which may be used with the cargo extension system or with other types of trucks includes channels, preferably running longitudinally of the truck axis. Tie-down cords are attached at either end of the channels and a drain may be provided in the channels to permit liquids from accumulating in the channels. The tie-down system allows the cargo floor to remain substantially flat while permitting ready access to the expandable cords.