Abstract: An accessory mount mountable to a roof of a vehicle with the use of an existing brake light opening. The accessory mount has a horizontal mounting surface and a vertical mounting surface. Accessories, such as lights, may be mounted on the mounting surfaces. A shaped clamp is placed through the existing brake light opening and when rotates the horizontal mounting surface tightly against the roof of the vehicle securely attaching the accessory mount to the vehicle without the need for making any additional holes in the vehicle.

Abstract: A work basket includes a frame having a work platform mounted thereon to permit people to move about the work basket to position supplies on a highway surface from the vehicle on which the work basket is mounted. The work basket has an adjustable hitch mechanism to permit vertical positioning of the hitch for engagement with the hitch receiver on the support vehicle. A pair of outrigger arms mounted on the frame of the work basket on opposing sides of the hitch member is horizontally and vertically adjustable to position a foot member on the distal end of the outrigger arm into engagement with flat surfaces on opposing sides of the support vehicle to stabilize the work basket. Vertical adjustment of the outrigger arm is accomplished by manipulation of an adjustment screw positioned at the support bracket and by the vertical positioning of the outrigger within the frame member.

Abstract: A lift system that is attachable to a vehicle, such as a car, truck, van, and the like, for lifting and carrying heavy items, such as a motorcycle utilizing a platform connected to a lifting mechanism that is connected to the vehicle. The lifting mechanism has a pair of lift arm housings that are connected to the vehicle, a pair of lift arms connected to the platform that rises up and down within their respective lift arm housing, and an electric motor to raise and lower the lift arms. The platform can be removed from the lift arms and stored away or used as a tabletop by. Wheels may be provided to easily maneuver the platform on the ground. Elongated posts can be attached to the platform to function as braces to secure the item to the platform. The elongated posts can also be used as legs for the tabletop.

Abstract: A mounting platform attached to a vehicle through an existing opening. A base portion having a clamp is placed through a brake light assembly opening, after the brake light assembly has been removed, and is securely held to the roof of a vehicle. A platform portion is attached to the base portion. The mounting platform is used to mount accessories such as light bars, emergency lights, antennas, or any other accessory desired to be mounted to the vehicle. The mounting platform may be easily installed and removed from the vehicle without any damage or modification to the vehicle and without drilling any additional holes in the vehicle.

Abstract: A collapsible receptacle of approximately cubic shape with two or more attachments to fixing points inside a vehicle for holding the receptacle erect in the rear of the vehicle in which the rear wall folds down over the rear bumper of the vehicle to allow loading and closes off the receptacle when loaded. An alternative embodiment fits inside the boot of a vehicle and is held erect by attachment to the roof of the boot and has rear top and side flaps which open for loading and close to secure the load.

Abstract: A structure is in a lower part of a rear vehicle body 1. In this structure, each rear side member 2 is divided into a rear side member front part 10 and a rear side member rear part 11 in a front-to-rear direction of the vehicle, a cross member 26 below a spare tire housing is joined to the rear side member rear part 11, and a central part in a vehicle width direction 26a of the cross member 26 below the spare tire housing extends rearward in the vehicle and is curved obliquely downward.

Abstract: A bicycle carrier configured to be mounted to a rear of a vehicle is disclosed. The bicycle carrier includes a first support frame structure having a base portion disposed between a pair of support arms configured to carry one or more bicycles, the base portion being configured to contact an upper region of the rear of the vehicle, where the base portion is wider than the distance between the support arms; a second support frame structure having a base portion configured to contact a lower region of the rear of the vehicle; and at least one hub assembly operatively connecting the first and second support frame structures and permitting selective pivoting of one support frame structure relative to the other frame structure.

Abstract: An apparatus for securing and carrying an extension ladder on a pickup truck is designed so that the ladder rests on both the rear edge of the cab and the upper edge of the tailgate and on the ladder. The apparatus includes resilient pads which are secured to lower edges of the rails with straps to prevent damage to the cab and tailgate. A ladder retention bracket, which mounts on the ladder, has a generally L-shaped frame to which is attached a padded stop plate and at least one ladder indexing arm. The stop plate contacts the inner vertical surface of the tailgate and prevents the secured ladder from sliding rearward, while the ladder indexing arms prevent the ladder from shifting with respect to the ladder retention bracket. With the ladder properly positioned on the vehicle, it is tied or strapped to prevent forward, lateral and vertical movement.

Abstract: An auger hauler is adapted to be removably attached to a vehicle and transport an auger with the vehicle. The auger hauler comprises a vehicle frame that is adapted to be removably attached to the vehicle. The auger hauler comprises further an auger frame attached to the vehicle frame and adapted to transport the auger.

Abstract: A method of carrying equipment on one side of an ATV having a front top rack, a rear top rack and a foot rest on the one side comprising the following steps: a) attaching a utility box carrying bracket to an outer side portion of the front top rack, the foot rest, and the rear top rack; and, b) mounting a utility box on each of the box carrying brackets. Then equipment may be conveniently carried in and removed from the mounted box. In a preferred aspect of this invention the utility box is generally rectangular in plan view and further comprises a utility box lid hinged to one long top side portion of the box and latched to the other opposite long side portion of the box so that equipment carried in the box is protected from the elements. A lateral side of the mounted box is dimensioned to generally follow the longitudinal shape of the fenders and running board so that the box generally fills the void above the running board and a central portion of the fenders.

Abstract: A bicycle rack for carrying a bicycle adjacent the rear of a vehicle. The bicycle rack includes an adjustable frame assembly having a first frame member attached to a housing and a second frame member attached to a connecting member. The connecting member is rotationally coupled to the housing to allow relative pivotal movement between the first and second frame members. A locking member is disposed within the housing and selectively movable between a first position, in which the locking member engages the connecting member to impede relative rotational movement between the connecting member and the housing, and a second position, in which the locking member is disengaged from the connecting member to allow relative rotational movement between the connecting member and the housing. At least one support arm is coupled to the housing and configured for sliding and pivotal movement between a stowed position and an extended position in which the arm engages the housing to support a bicycle adjacent the vehicle.

Abstract: An innovative cargo carrying system specifically designed to be easily mounted at the rear of mid-size or small sedan vehicles that allow easy access to the cargo and has minimal or no effect on wind noise and drag. Mid-size and small sedan vehicles are typically the ones that have the greatest cargo volume limitations and therefore benefit the most of the extra cargo space, especially for long travel. This invention disclosure presents the system and the required hardware needed to attach various types of cargo carrying devices to these vehicles. The system is made of two brackets, a frame and mounts. Various cargo carrying devices can be attached to the frame of this system. Two examples are presented in this invention disclosure, one is a simple platform and the second is an enclosed cargo box that allows locking the cargo and also protects it from the environment.

Abstract: An article carrier adapted to hold cargo and other articles adjacent a liftgate of a vehicle such as a sport utility vehicle, a station wagon, or minivan. The vehicle article carrier includes a liftgate striker connectable to the liftgate of the vehicle and a bumper striker connectable to the bumper of the vehicle. A first link is pivotally connected to the roof support structure of the motor vehicle and a second link is pivotally coupled to the first link. A locking assembly is coupled to the second link and is operable in a closed position to couple the second link to the bumper striker. In an opened position, the locking assembly releases the bumper striker in response to contact from the liftgate striker to enable the quick and convenient raising of the liftgate without the need to first unlatch the article carrier from the bumper.

Abstract: An article carrier adapted to hold cargo and other articles adjacent a liftgate of a vehicle such as a sport utility vehicle, a station wagon, or minivan. The article carrier includes a pair of supports which are fixedly secured to the roof of the vehicle. A cargo supporting structure having a pair of upper coupling links is pivotally and releasably coupled to the supports. The cargo supporting structure includes a pair of main support members which each include a pair of pivot assemblies. The cargo supporting structure is detachably and pivotally secured to a pair of anchor assemblies attached to the liftgate of the vehicle or the bumper of the vehicle. The three pivot points along each side of the cargo supporting structure enable it to be pivoted with the liftgate when the liftgate is lifted and closed such that the article carrier does not interfere with operation of the liftgate. The entire article carrier can be quickly and easily detached from the vehicle for storage when it is not needed.

Abstract: An article carrier adapted to hold cargo and other articles adjacent a liftgate of a vehicle such as a sport utility vehicle, a station wagon, or minivan. The article carrier includes a pair of supports which are fixedly secured to the roof of the vehicle. A cargo supporting structure having a pair of upper coupling links is pivotally and releasably coupled to the supports. The cargo supporting structure includes a pair of main support members which each include a pair of pivot assemblies. The cargo supporting structure is detachably and pivotally secured to a pair of anchor assemblies attached to the liftgate of the vehicle or the bumper of the vehicle. The three pivot points along each side of the cargo supporting structure enable it to be pivoted with the liftgate when the liftgate is lifted and closed such that the article carrier does not interfere with operation of the liftgate. The entire article carrier can be quickly and easily detached from the vehicle for storage when it is not needed.

Abstract: A bicycle carrier adapted to be secured to an article carrier portion of an existing vehicle article carrier so as to carry the bicycle supported thereon in a vertical orientation over a liftgate of a vehicle, and normal to an outer surface of the liftgate. The bicycle carrier includes a wheel supporting member for engaging one wheel of a bicycle when the bicycle is placed in a vertical orientation. A frame supporting assembly engages a portion of the frame to hold the bicycle to the bicycle carrier. The bicycle carrier permits a single individual to load and unload a bicycle from the bicycle carrier without being required to lift the bicycle up onto the roof of a vehicle. Since the bicycle is supported at an angle generally normal to the liftgate, visibility through the rear window of the liftgate is also improved when a bicycle is being supported on the bicycle carrier.

Abstract: A bicycle carrier adapted to be secured to an article carrier portion of an existing vehicle article carrier so as to carry the bicycle supported thereon in a vertical orientation over a liftgate of a vehicle, and normal to an outer surface of the liftgate. The bicycle carrier includes a wheel supporting member for engaging one wheel of a bicycle when the bicycle is placed in a vertical orientation. A frame supporting assembly engages a portion of the frame to hold the bicycle to the bicycle carrier. The bicycle carrier permits a single individual to load and unload a bicycle from the bicycle carrier without being required to lift the bicycle up onto the roof of a vehicle. Since the bicycle is supported at an angle generally normal to the liftgate, visibility through the rear window of the liftgate is also improved when a bicycle is being supported on the bicycle carrier.

Abstract: A portable, easily installed and uninstalled, support scaffold to carry oversize cargo in vehicle storage compartments. The device can be temporarily secured within the storage compartment, or if desired, the adjustable support frame can be permanently installed. The size of the support frame is adjustable in all three dimensions and includes an adjustable arm that is located on the rear end of the frame device. The arm extends outwardly from the frame to outside the compartment. There is an extension from the arm that can be adjusted to rest on the bumper or trailer hitch to provide extra support for the cargo that sits on the arm. If the cargo is so long that the center of mass is outside the compartment, the arm can be extended further outside the vehicle to prevent an additional moment from being placed on the contact between the cargo and the arm.

Abstract: An article carrier adapted to hold cargo and other articles adjacent a liftgate of a vehicle such as a sport utility vehicle, a station wagon or minivan. The article carrier includes a pair of supports which are fixedly secured to the roof of the vehicle. A cargo supporting structure having a pair of upper coupling links is pivotally and releasably coupled to the supports. The cargo supporting structure includes a pair of main support members which each include a pair of pivot assemblies at upper and lower ends thereof. The pivot assemblies at the lower end of the cargo supporting structure are detachably secured to a pair of anchor assemblies attached to the liftgate of the vehicle. The three pivot points along each side of the cargo supporting structure enable it to be pivoted with the liftgate when the liftgate is lifted and closed such that the article carrier does not interfere with operation of the liftgate.

Abstract: A transporter and method for moving greensmowers from green to green. The transporter attaches directly to a utility vehicle, allows a greensmower to be loaded and unloaded without the use of a ramp and without mounting and dismounting wheels, and can be entirely suspended from the vehicle when transporting the greensmower. The transporter includes a transverse member that is pivotally coupled to the utility vehicle, and longitudinal members spaced apart from each other, substantially coplanar with each other, and cantilevered from the transverse member. The transporter further includes an arm interconnected with the transverse member so as to be operable to rotate the longitudinal members when the arm is raised and lowered. The arm can be selectively secured to a side portion of the utility vehicle when the longitudinal members are in a raised position.

Abstract: A load carrying vehicle accessory includes rear, medial, and front carrier units each, having a laterally extending chassis-mounted socket member that telescopically receives a sleeve having a pair of posts thereon, the posts having adjustable spacing from a side extemity of the vehicle. The socket members can be clamped under the vehicle chassis and/or incorporated in vehicle bumpers. An optional configuration has front and/or rear mounted a base to which the socket member is pivotally mounted as an arm, the posts being foldable in-line with the arm, the arm also folding inwardly from the side of the vehicle.

Abstract: An improved bicycle carrier is provided for mounting to the rear end of an automobile to receive and support one or more bicycles. The bicycle carrier has a frame formed from a unitary convolutely-shaped metal bar that defines a pair of bicycle support members on one end and a vehicle engaging member at the other end. The frame is shaped such that the vehicle engaging member can be positioned to engage and rest against the rear end of an automobile with the support members projecting rearwardly for receiving one or more bicycles. A stabilizer is secured to the frame and extends away from the support members for resting on the trunk of a car to stabilize the carrier. The stabilizer is selectively movable in the vertical direction and can be locked in place to insure that the support members extend at a predetermined attitude relative to horizontal. A leveling indicator is provided on the frame for indicating an optimum attitude of the support arms during adjustment of the stabilizer.

Abstract: A carrier system for an associated vehicle is shown having mounting structure for mounting the carrier system to the vehicle; the carrier system is shown with a coupler which is effective for in turn connecting to various cargo carrying apparatus.

Abstract: A multi-position, articulating, vehicle article carrier apparatus for use with various types of vehicles such as sport utility vehicles, station wagons, minivans, etc. The apparatus includes a pair of side rails which are adapted to be fixedly secured to a roof portion of a vehicle. A pair of articulating mechanisms allow a cargo supporting structure coupled thereto to be disposed over a liftgate of the vehicle and secured to latching assemblies mounted in a rear bumper of the vehicle. The articulating mechanisms maintain the cargo supporting structure fixedly secured against movement when the cargo supporting structure is in a lowered position over the liftgate. When the cargo supporting structure is lifted into an intermediate position, each of the articulating mechanisms automatically unlock, thus allowing the entire cargo supporting structure to be urged into a position over the roof of the vehicle. Upper locking assemblies allow the cargo supporting structure to be secured fixedly on top of the vehicle.

Abstract: A bicycle carrier which can be used with a camper that is pulled by a towing vehicle. The carrier has a first part which is secured to the top of the camper and which accepts the front wheels of the bikes, and a second part which is secured to the rear bumper of the carrier to secure the rear wheels of the bikes.

Abstract: A truck bed extension for pickup trucks, which extension is designed to increase the effective loading capacity of a pickup truck bed and requires no fasteners for mounting. The truck bed extension is characterized by a pair of quick-release cleats and brackets to facilitate rapidly loading and unloading the truck bed extension on the truck tailgate at the rear end of the bed of a pickup truck. In a preferred embodiment the truck bed extension includes a frame having parallel side frame members, each fitted with a cleat for removably engaging corresponding conventional bed brackets provided in the bed of the pickup truck. A pair of tailgate brackets are also welded or otherwise attached to the side frame members, respectively, for engaging the conventional latching pin mechanism attached to the ends of the downwardly-extended, horizontal tailgate of the pickup truck.

Abstract: The carriers described herein employ an adjustable locking member to secure the carrier to the rear of a vehicle. A locking channel incorporates a cam lever used to adjust and lock the carrier and renders the mechanism inaccessible when locked. Apparatus for supporting and stabilizing a bicycle protrudes rearwardly from the base member.

Abstract: An adjustable, portable tool tray assembly for external mounting on a motor vehicle. The tool tray assembly has an open tray compartment, a means for removable engagement with the motor vehicle which extends from the tray and a slidably adjustable, hinged brace for positioning the tool tray assembly on numerous locations on the motor vehicle. The tray may be composed of two tray components which may be adjusted with respect to each other to vary the size of the open tray compartment.

Abstract: A carrier rack for a car is described for attachment to a car mount. The car mount is connected to the license plate area of the car using the same mounting holes as the license plate. The carrier rack is formed of a simple structure having a main rack member attachable to the car mount and extending generally upright to an upper member which is movably mounted to the main rack member and is reversible for the mounting of bikes or skis. A bike mount is used that provides both vertical and side support of a bike and is convenient to use. Ski mounts are placed on the main rack and upper members to support skis in an adjustable manner.

Abstract: A vehicle mounted bicycle carrying assembly for supporting at least one bicycle in an upward standing position on the upper surface of a vehicle for transport by the vehicle includes first and second laterally spaced and longitudinally extending rail members affixed to the roof, and an elongated member adapted to retain the at least one bicycle for pivotally movement between a first position and a second position about an axis. The axis is substantially coincident with the elongated member. A first end portion of the elongated member is adapted to be attached to one of the rail members and a second end portion of the elongated member is adapted to be attached to the other of the rail members. In the preferred embodiment, the assembly further comprises a permanently spoiler attached to the deck lid. The spoiler integrally includes a longitudinally extending member including a channel adapted to receive the rear wheel of the at least one bicycle.