Abstract: A foldable sheet for making a storage box for a vehicle. The foldable sheet has multiple portions foldably connected together along at least one fold line. The portions are foldable to at least a partially define a storage box. A hinge may be configured to allow the storage box to pivot with respect to the vehicle.

Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, a preferred embodiment of a method for manufacturing a trim panel assembly is provided. A further aspect of the invention provides a method that includes a first tool having a mold element movable between a first position and a second position, the first tool producing a trim panel having a recess when the element is in the first position. A bolster, manufactured using a second tool, is secured within the recess.

Abstract: An automotive seat assembly which comprises a seat cushion, a seat back portion having a pair of spaced apart upright members each having upper and lower ends, and a cross member extending between the upper ends. A support member having front and back surfaces, a pair of spaced apart upright bolsters which are each pivotally connected to the support member, and two pairs of spaced apart walls defining two channels therebetween are disposed on the back surface of the support member and on each of the bolsters. The region of the back surface between each pair of walls serves as a hinge about which the bolsters pivot in order to facilitate the movement of the bolsters with respect to the remainder of the support member.