Abstract: A unitary or integral hitch and beam, which is a single unit that can be installed on vehicles of varying dimensions. The integral hitch and beam may reduce manufacturing time, weight, and parts, thus reducing cost of vehicles with hitches. The beam is cut to length depending on the rail distance of the motor vehicle.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
September 20, 2005
Date of Patent:
June 23, 2009
Assignee:
Hydro Automotive Structures North America, Inc.