Abstract: A roof module for forming a motor vehicle roof, the roof module having a panel component whose outer surface at least partially forms the roof skin of the vehicle roof, and an opening in which at least one environment sensor is disposed, the environment sensor being configured to send and/or receive electromagnetic signals for detecting the vehicle environment. The at least one environment sensor is displaceable between a retracted position and a deployed position. A weather strip is disposed circumferentially at the opening, and the at least one environment sensor may have a cover which is in contact with the weather strip when the at least one environment sensor is in the retracted position to seal the opening, and a contact surface which is in contact with the weather strip when the at least one environment sensor is in the deployed position to seal the opening.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a vehicle body reinforcement structure of an electric vehicle includes a front side member provided on both sides of the vehicle body along the vehicle body length direction, a cooling module mounted on the front side member, a frunk bar provided at the rear of the cooling module and an extension that mounts the frunk bar to the front side member with the center of the frunk bar being spaced apart from the center of the height direction of the cooling module.

Abstract: A recreational vehicle with side by side seating has or can receive an overhead tubular framework with an accessory rail removably attached to an overhead cross member of the tubular framework. The accessory rail providing an anchor for a forward edge of a soft top with the soft top wrapping around the overhead cross member and extending rearwardly and being supported by and secured to the tubular framework. The soft top covering the side by side seating region. The accessory rail having the anchor for the soft top, an interface for engaging the cross member, and an accessory mounting portion with variable positioning and attachment of an array of accessories above and forward of the side by side seating region.

Abstract: A sprocket fits over a portion of or is fixedly coupled to a tarp shaft around which a trailer tarp is rolled. The sprocket includes a transverse bore for receiving an end of a crank rod, which is spring-biased to engage pins through the crank rod end with one of two sets of grooves in the sprocket surface surrounding the transverse bore. The crank can therefore be moved between a deployed position for use and a stowed position for travel. The opposite end of the sprocket includes projecting locking teeth for engaging with a locking mechanism preventing rotation of the sprocket and tarp shaft. Optionally, pawls may operate with the locking teeth to provide bidirectional ratcheting.

Abstract: Various vehicle systems are proposed for accessing and utilizing vehicle cargo spaces on vehicles equipped with a tailgate assembly. The vehicle systems may include deployable and/or rotatable stairgate systems, deployable step systems, etc. designed for the accessing the vehicle cargo spaces. The proposed systems may include various deployment mechanisms that enable the stairgate/step systems to slide, pivot, rotate, swing, and/or otherwise adjust for providing ease of access and increased flexibility when stepping up to access the vehicle cargo space.

Abstract: A frame structure of an automotive exterior panel includes a sheet-like outer panel, a plurality of first members, each of which has an elongated shape, and which are disposed on a vehicle inside with respect to the outer panel, and a second member that has an elongated shape and intersects with the plurality of first members, in which each of the plurality of first members extends in a first direction along a sheet surface of the outer panel, and has a groove part recessed from the vehicle outside toward the vehicle inside at a portion thereof in a longitudinal direction, the second member extends in a second direction along the sheet surface of the outer panel, and has a thickness in a vehicle inside-outside direction, which is uniform at a portion closer to the center than at both end portions in the longitudinal direction, and at an intersection portion where each of the plurality of first members and the second members intersect with each other, the second member is in contact with the inside of the groo

Abstract: A vehicle sun visor includes a visor body including a first component member and a second component member that are stacked in a thickness direction, and a support shaft. In the visor body, a case that supports the support shaft such that the support shaft is turnable and that is slidably fitted to the visor body is provided. The case is provided with a clip that urges the visor body toward a storage position by urging the support shaft. A guide rail that prevents the case from falling in the thickness direction with respect to the first component member is provided. The guide rail is formed integrally with the first component member to support the case such that the case is slidable with respect to the first component member.

Abstract: An electric vehicle includes: a power storage device; a floor member disposed on a bottom portion of a vehicle body; and a cover member fixed to the floor member and forming a storage space for the power storage device between the floor member and the cover member. The electric vehicle includes: an intake port introducing air in a passenger compartment into the storage space; and an exhaust port exhausting air having been heat-exchanged with the power storage device in the storage space into the passenger compartment. The exhaust port is composed of the floor member and the cover member.

Abstract: An example apparatus includes a cavity defined by a vehicle door, with the cavity being configured to stow and charge an accessory device. The apparatus may also include an accessory cradle movable within the cavity and configured to retain the vehicle accessory. Examples of a method may include providing a cavity in an end portion of a vehicle door, with the cavity being configured to stow and charge an accessory device. The method may further include installing an accessory cradle within the cavity, with the accessory cradle being movable within the cavity and configured to retain the vehicle accessory.

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses a high-strength lightweight automobile compartment tonneau cover, including a top cover, a front cover, a first side cover, a rear cover, and a second side cover; a top of the front cover, a top of the first side cover, a top of the rear cover, and a top of the second side cover are respectively connected to an edge of the top cover; the front panel frame body includes four front panel profiles, two front panel upper end sockets, and two front panel lower end sockets; the four front panel profiles are respectively arranged on four sides of the front panel, and the top cover can be adjusted according to a size of a compartment; and integrally molded profiles are used, which improves the structural stability.

Abstract: A deployable rack platform for loading and transportation of flat glass comprising a system allowing the rack platform to turn from a horizontal position, being totally flat, to a different position featuring diverse opening angles within a vehicle chassis. Particularly, a deployable rack for loading and transportation of flat glass wherein the rack platform achieves a horizontal position within a maximum period of 5 minutes, enabling the platform to take advantage up to 100% of the original surface of the platform initial position (e.g., before loading flat glass) wherein the process does not require the transportation of flat sheets or where the proceed needs to be loaded with different goods, merchandise, or raw materials. The rack platform comprises a highly versatile system for different types of transportation by optimizing space and savings, since the platform supports a load up to 20 tons.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a vehicle having a body, a first vehicle door, and a second vehicle door arranged behind the first vehicle door in a vehicle longitudinal direction. The first and second vehicle doors are each movably coupled to the body such that the first and second vehicle doors are movable between a closed position and an open position in a sliding-pivoting manner. The vehicle includes at least one passive locking device that interlockingly connects one of the first and second vehicle doors to the body of the vehicle when set at the closed position to form a vehicle pillar of the body of the vehicle.

Abstract: A windshield cowling and system for collecting and conditioning rainwater from the windshield of a vehicle and utilizing the collected fluid to replenish the fluids in a conventional windshield washer reservoir. Rainwater from the windshield cowling is directed through a leading edge to a conditioning cartridge capable of treating the fluid with a surfactant to form a mixed fluid. Hatches in the cowling allow access to the existing windshield washer fluid reservoir. The conditioning cartridge is disposable and accessible directly through the cowling.

Abstract: This vehicle body structure includes a frame member with a first top section, a corner section, a vertical wall section, and a second top section, and a first support section and a second support section provided at the second top section. L/h?6.7 is satisfied where the h represents a length between an outer surface of the first top section and an outer surface of the second top section, and the L represents a length between the first support section and the second support section.

Abstract: The present disclosure is a sun visor mounting apparatus, system or method having a mounting plate with a J hooked end configured to receive a sun visor, a securing plate opposing the J hooked end, configured in a U shape for receiving the sun visor. A joining plate configured in a V shape with a first side capable of coupling to the mounting plate, and a second side capable of coupling to an extension plate, and the extension plate can have a first side of a coupled to the joining plate, and a second side configured to engage against a fixed structure. One or more fasteners may be utilized with each plate to secure them together. To accommodate different sizes and configurations, the joining plate and extension plate may be extending to satisfactory positions, to engage with a fixed structure for the stability of the mounting plate.

Abstract: A system includes a surface, a display screen positioned adjacent to the surface, and a selectively retractable screen cover positioned at the surface adjacent the display screen. The selectively retractable screen cover including a door member rotatably mounted relative to the surface between a first stop, wherein the display screen is fully exposed and a second stop, wherein only the display screen is only partially exposed, the door member including a door pivot. An actuating fork includes a first tine element, a second tine element, and a connector portion defining an axis of rotation. The door pivot is slidingly received between the first tine element and the second tine element. A motor includes a shaft connected to the actuating fork. The motor rotates the shaft to shift the door member between the first stop and the second stop.

Abstract: An embodiment front vehicle body structure of a vehicle including an underbody and an upper body coupled to the underbody is provided. The front vehicle body structure includes a dash crossmember coupled to an upper part of a front surface of a dash panel provided in a front part of the upper body along a vehicle width direction, a front tray panel coupled to an upper part of the dash crossmember along a vehicle body length direction, and a front cowl member coupled to a front part of the front tray panel along the vehicle width direction.

Abstract: An extension capsule for vehicles is provided, consisting of an inner and an outer capsule, both vacuum-formed from lightweight, durable materials. The inner capsule is designed to nest within the outer capsule, and when joined, they create an insulated, structurally reinforced unit. This assembly method enhances the strength and durability of the extension capsule without significantly increasing the vehicle's weight. The capsules feature outwardly-extending lips that facilitate secure attachment to the vehicle, effectively expanding the cargo area's lateral dimensions. The inclusion of an insulation layer between the capsules offers thermal regulation, making the space suitable for comfortable occupancy in various weather conditions. The lightweight construction of the capsules ensures ease of installation and contributes to the vehicle's overall fuel efficiency.

Abstract: A sunshade assembly comprises a first and second movable sunshades and a drive assembly. The drive assembly comprises a first slider coupled to a first drive member through a first coupling and connected to the first sunshade, and a second slider attached to a second drive member and connected to the second sunshade. The first coupling can be uncoupled to drive the second slider while not driving the first slider. The first coupling includes a coupling member to couple and uncouple the coupling member from a counter member on the first slider by a movement of the coupling member. The coupling member of the first drive member arrives in a guide when the coupling member must be uncoupled from the counter member and is shaped to cause the movement of the coupling member when the first and second drive members move further to open or close the second sunshade.

Abstract: A safety structure includes a seat, having a base and a seatback, a motion control assembly, and an energy absorber. The motion control assembly is configured to translate and/or rotate during a collision. The energy absorber includes a first end configured to couple to the seatback proximate the base, and a second end configured to couple to a structural support of a vehicle. The energy absorber is configured to deform during the collision to absorb energy and based on the translation and/or rotation of the motion control assembly.