Abstract: Embodiments of a vehicle console comprise a front storage bin having a first pair of sidewalls, a back storage bin adjacent the front storage bin having a second pair of sidewalls, a pair of tracks associated with the first and second pair of sidewalls, and a movable armrest disposed over the back storage bin, wherein the armrest is moveable to provide access to the back storage bin. The region between the movable armrest and the back storage bin is a panel housing. The vehicle console further comprises a sliding panel comprising at least one convenience apparatus wherein the sliding panel is aligned with the pair of tracks and is operable to move into the panel housing.

Abstract: Embodiments of a vehicle console comprise a front storage bin having a first pair of sidewalls, a back storage bin adjacent the front storage bin having a second pair of sidewalls, a pair of tracks associated with the first and second pair of sidewalls, and a movable armrest disposed over the back storage bin, wherein the armrest is moveable to provide access to the back storage bin. The region between the movable armrest and the back storage bin is a panel housing. The vehicle console further comprises a sliding panel comprising at least one convenience apparatus wherein the sliding panel is aligned with the pair of tracks and is operable to move into the panel housing.

Abstract: A container holder/tray combination includes a housing for mounting to a vehicle. The housing defines a recess for receiving therein at least one container holder, a cover pivotally mounted to the housing for covering the container holder and housing when in a closed position, and movable to an open position. The cover has a surface defining a tray, and the container holder is movably mounted with respect to the housing and tray between a first position coplanar with the tray for positioning a container therein and a second position within the housing. In a preferred embodiment, multiple independently movable adjacent container holders are provided to allow selectable use of the tray area.

Abstract: A console assembly includes: a storage module (16) having an interior compartment for holding items, an upper module (12) for storing items and a lower module (14) having a recess for holding items. The lower module (14) is connected to the storage module (16) in a track and translates across the opening into the interior compartment of the storage module (16) to selectively allow access to a portion thereof. The upper module (12) includes a storage area having a beverage holder and an ashtray. The upper module (12) is also connected to the storage module (16) in a track and translates independently and over the lower module (14) such that the upper module (12) can be located above the lower module (14) to provide an access to the interior compartment of the storage module (16) or the upper module (12) can be located away from the lower module (14) such that the upper module (12) and lower module (14) close the access to the interior compartment of the storage module (16).

Abstract: A console assembly includes: a storage module (16) having an interior compartment for holding items, an upper module (12) for storing items and a lower module (14) having a recess for holding items. The lower module (14) is connected to the storage module (16) in a track and translates across the opening into the interior compartment of the storage module (16) to selectively allow access to a portion thereof. The upper module (12) includes a storage area having a beverage holder and an ashtray. The upper module (12) is also connected to the storage module (16) in a track and translates independently and over the lower module (14) such that the upper module (12) can be located above the lower module (14) to provide an access to the interior compartment of the storage module (16) or the upper module (12) can be located away from the lower module (14) such that the upper module (12) and lower module (14) close the access to the interior compartment of the storage module (16).

Abstract: A container holder/tray combination includes a housing for mounting to a vehicle. The housing defines a recess for receiving therein at least one container holder, a cover pivotally mounted to the housing for covering the container holder and housing when in a closed position, and movable to an open position. The cover has a surface defining a tray, and the container holder is movably mounted with respect to the housing and tray between a first position coplanar with the tray for positioning a container therein and a second position within the housing. In a preferred embodiment, multiple independently movable adjacent container holders are provided to allow selectable use of the tray area.