Abstract: Apparatus for storing items within vehicle compartments are provided and include cover panels that are pivotally secured to cargo compartment walls and are movable between a closed position covering a storage area and an open position substantially transverse to the wall allowing access to the storage area. One or more additional panels may be provided that are movable between respective stored positions and operative positions.

Abstract: The present invention provides a cargo storage device for a vehicle having a passenger space and an end gate including a back end situated adjacent a rearward-most seat, at least one pair of sidewalls extending from the back end and having a plurality of storage units therein, a floor situated between the sidewalls and reconfigurable between a lowered position and a raised position, a door situated in the floor and pivotally operable between a closed position and an opened position, an organizational bin situated beneath the floor and having a plurality of dividers therein, and wherein at least two opposing storage units have identical tracks thereon.

Abstract: The present invention includes a device that positions and holds a cycle or cycle-like vehicle or potentially a gas cylinder or aircraft gear or any cylindrical or semi-cylindrical device in a desirable position with a means for additionally securing the positioning and holding arrangement by use of a lock or locking mechanism. The positioning and holding device can retain the vehicle for an indefinite period of time and provides for a safe, quick, and efficient means for holding a tube or tube-like fork suspension and steering portion of the vehicle. Specially designed center and rear cushions complete with an actuator and connecting means allows for precision alignment during the positioning and subsequent holding action.

Abstract: A container that can be locked and fastened to a vehicle with lockable fastening devices in a detachable manner, made of material impenetrable toward gaining unauthorized access to the contents, is designed in such a way that it can be carried as a bag in the detached state and stored on the vehicle side in the empty state in a space-saving and aesthetically appealing manner. For this purpose, the container is made of a collapsible material and designed like a bag.

Abstract: Apparatus for storing items within vehicle compartments are provided and include cover panels that are pivotally secured to cargo compartment walls and are movable between a closed position covering a storage area and an open position substantially transverse to the wall allowing access to the storage area. One or more additional panels may be provided that are movable between respective stored positions and operative positions.

Abstract: A readily attachable and removable hanger for suspending flexible bags such as plastic grocery bags filled with groceries and other items, for transport in a vehicle. The bag hanger includes a plurality of shaped hooks and is engageable with a portion of the vehicle for use when transporting filled grocery bags, but which may be quickly removed when not in such use.

Abstract: In a combination of a motor-vehicle door, in particular, that of a passenger car or commercial vehicle, and a storage box that is used to accommodate utensils, objects, etc., the storage box has a shell, which includes a lower segment and an upper segment. The vehicle door includes an interior trim panel, which has a storage compartment open at the top. The inner contour of the storage compartment is shaped to be complementary to the outer contour of the lower shell segment, so that the lower shell segment may be vertically inserted into the storage compartment, the upper shell segment then projecting upwards from the storage compartment, and laterally resting against an essentially vertical panel of the interior trim panel.

Abstract: A combination for use with a vehicle jack constructed and arranged to affect raising and lowering movements of the vehicle. The combination comprises an elongated rigid jack operating tool and a longitudinal entry tool retainer. The tool retainer is fixedly mounted to the vehicle. The tool retainer has a tool receiving space and a resiliently movable tool engaging structure providing a tool engaging surface. The tool and the tool retainer enable the tool to be mounted to the tool retainer by moving the tool in the longitudinal direction into the tool receiving space. The tool contacts the tool engaging structure and urges the tool engaging structure against the resiliency thereof to accommodate ingress of the tool into the tool receiving space. The tool engaging structure thereafter forcibly engages the tool engaging surface against an exterior surface of the tool to frictionally inhibit movement of the tool in the longitudinal direction thereof.

Abstract: A multi-functional cargo bed liner assembly for a cargo bed of a vehicle includes a first side wall and a second side wall disposed in a transversely spaced relationship, and an integrally formed guide track in the first and second side walls. The cargo bed liner assembly also includes an end wall extending therebetween the first and second side walls at a first end, and a floor extending therebetween the first and second side walls. The cargo bed liner assembly further includes a movable divider panel supported within the guide track by a support rod, and extending transversely therebetween the first and second side walls, wherein the divider panel includes a positioning mechanism for fixedly locating the divider panel.

Abstract: A pre-assembled rectangular bin that fits on top of the back section of the back seat of an extended cab pickup truck. The bin consists of a rectangular body formed with a front panel, two end panels, a bottom panel and a back panel. The back panel is longer than the front panel, creating an extended portion. The extended portion of the bin fits behind the back seat of an extended cab pickup and supports the actual bin which is thereby positioned on top of the back seat in a manner that allows full access to the storage area of the bin.

Abstract: A rear-mounted, removable vehicle storage device for storing and/or transporting items with a vehicle. The vehicle storage device includes a material shell defining a storage space therein. The material shell may be self-supporting or supported by an interior frame structure. The vehicle storage device may be mounted on a vehicle ladder, equalizer hitch, tire mount, or bumper. In addition, a recreational equipment carrier may be incorporated with the vehicle storage device.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a combination of a motor-vehicle door, in particular, that of a passenger car or commercial vehicle, and a storage box that is used to accommodate utensils, objects, and the like. The storage box has a shell, which includes a lower segment and an upper segment. The vehicle door includes an interior trim panel, which has a storage compartment open at the top. The inner contour of the storage compartment is shaped to be complementary to the outer contour of the lower shell segment, so that the lower shell segment can be vertically inserted into the storage compartment, the upper shell segment then projecting upwards from the storage compartment, and laterally resting against an essentially vertical panel of the interior trim panel.

Abstract: A vehicle rack which supports different accessory having mounting pegs on a pickup truck bed is provided. The vehicle rack includes a plurality of retaining arms wherein each of the plurality of retaining arms are received within a stake pocket of the pickup truck bed. The invention further includes a panel and a locking member where the panel is integral with the plurality of retaining arms and may extend along a side wall of the pickup truck. The panel defines a plurality of apertures for receiving the mounting pegs of the at least one accessory. The locking member is moveably affixed to the panel, and has a plurality of obstructions which partial close the openings of the plurality of apertures when the locking member is slid into a locked position.

Abstract: A readily attachable and removable hanger for suspending flexible bags such as plastic grocery bags filled with groceries and other items, for transport in a vehicle. The bag hanger includes a plurality of shaped hooks and is engageable with a portion of the vehicle for use when transporting filled grocery bags, but which may be quickly removed when not in such use.

Abstract: A transport container holder has a holding frame which is releasably engaged in a fastening frame forming a passthrough to the trunk of a motor vehicle. An actuating member pulls the tractive element which engages a pair of locking bars on opposite limbs of the fastening frame against springs which are attached at the other ends of the locking bar so that pins of the locking bars release the holding frame.

Abstract: A storage system for a pickup truck or similar vehicle including a bow and storage compartment that has two panels. The bow is mounted between the side walls of the vehicle to extend over the bed of the vehicle. A first of the two panels of the storage compartment is supported on the bow and depends substantially vertically downwardly. The second panel is attached to the first panel and extends rearwardly over the bed toward the tailgate. In use, loose items such as grocery bags can be placed on the second panel of the storage compartment and with the tailgate closed, the items will be held securely and safely in place between the first panel of the storage compartment and the closed tailgate. Tracks or channels can also be provided in rails on the side walls of the vehicle to receive and secure storage containers for the loose items.

Abstract: A golf bag and accessory support apparatus for safely and securely transporting golf bags with golf clubs. The golf bag and accessory support apparatus includes a frame having a plurality of cross members and upright members; and also includes a plurality of arm members being spaced apart and extending outwardly from the frame; and further includes a plurality of padded members securely mounted about portions of the frame and the arm members to protect the golf bags with golf clubs; and also includes strap members securely attached to the frame for supporting and securing the golf bags with golf clubs; and further includes clamping members securely attached to the frame and being fastenable about a structure inside the vehicle.

Abstract: The invention is an adjustable anchoring tote bag assembly for attachment to a half-height partition in a bus. The assembly includes a bag member fastened to an elongated planar flexible anchoring member having a length sufficient for encircling the partition and producing an overlapping section. A first fastening means secures the anchoring member overlapping section together. A second fastening means further secures the overlapping section together. A third fastening means secures the anchoring member to the partition. A fourth fastening means between the bag member open top end and the anchoring member holds the bag member top end closed. The tote bag assembly is used to secure articles in a school bus to prevent injury should a vehicle accident occur.

Abstract: An extended cab storage device for storing items behind the front, seat of an extended cab pickup truck. The extended, cab storage device includes a housing comprising a bottom wall, a top wall, and a pair of lateral side walls. Each of the lateral side walls extends below a plane of a bottom surface of the bottom wall. An intermediate horizontal wall generally extends between and is securely coupled to the lateral side walls. The intermediate horizontal wall is generally spaced from the top and bottom walls. Each of the lateral side walls has at least one window extending therethrough.

Abstract: A movable shelf device for a van for positioning an easily accessible shelf unit in a van. The movable shelf device for a van includes a rail attached to a bottom surface of a top wall of a vehicle. A shelving unit has a bottom wall, a pair of lateral side walls, an upper wall, and a back wall, a plurality of panels extending between and attached to the lateral side walls. The panels each defining a shelf. A plurality of rods are attached to and extend upwardly from the upper wall of the shelving unit. Each of a plurality of pairs of wheels is rotatably coupled to one of the rods. Each of the pairs of wheels is positioned in the rail. The shelving unit may be moved along the rail away from and in front of a side door of a van.

Abstract: The present invention provides a device for storing or securing objects in a truck bed. The device comprises a collapsible compartment and two or more straps, each strap comprising a first end attached to the compartment and a second end having a fastener affixed to the second end for securing the second end to a rigid component of the truck, such as the truck frame. The storage compartment and system secures objects from sliding around the bed and protects the objects from damage during transport or inclement weather. The device may be installed without invasive modification of the truck bed, conserves cargo hauling capacity of the truck by including a compartment that is collapsible, and, optionally, provides tie downs for securing oversized objects in the truck bed.

Abstract: A stowage device in the form of a storage receiving net is attached at a vehicle storage space. A supporting structure is associated with an open side of the receiving net, to spread the open side in a functional position that exposes the interior of the pocket.

Abstract: A storage assembly for a vehicle including an outer panel having a lower portion and an upper portion, and a closure device. The lower portion of the outer panel is attachable to an inner panel to define a storage pocket. The upper portion is deflectable from the inner panel to define an aperture of the storage pocket. The closure device has an arcuate shape and a convex side. The closure device is fastened to the upper portion of the outer panel with the convex side facing the inner panel such that the closure device urges the upper portion against the inner panel. This force by the closure device helps define the closed position as the “normal” or “relaxed” position of the storage assembly. The force of the closure device can be overcome by a user of the storage assembly to move the outer panel into an open position, which would allow insertion or removal of objects from the storage pocket.

Abstract: A vehicle jack and tool assembly is provided. The assembly includes a body member having a handle and means to connect a vehicle jack, lug nut wrench, and a plurality of jack handles thereto. The body member also includes an attachment mechanism for selectively engaging said assembly to a vehicle.

Abstract: A housing for the retention, stowage and trim of a vehicle jacking device is herein disclosed. The housing along with the vehicle jacking device comprise the jack assembly which may be disposed within the internal compartment of the vehicle or the outside of a vehicle. The housing conforms to the shape of the vehicle jacking device and includes a movable door for covering a portion of the housing and an adjuster screw for extending and retracting the telescopic post member of the jack.

Abstract: A shelving system designed to fit within the confines of a transport vehicle and including side wall sections forming a vertical and horizontal framework. The vertical sections contain a series of bolt holes for bolting through of both angle shaped and pocket shaped supports. The bolt holes provide for incremental vertical adjustment of the position of both of these types of supports. The pocket shaped supports are used to support telescopically adjustable load support bars. The angle shaped supports are used to support planking that functions as a shelf for merchandise in the vehicle.

Abstract: A portable storage apparatus for use with motor vehicles comprises a support extending outwardly from an interior panel of a motor vehicle. The support includes an inner support member, an outer support member, and opposing side support members. The side support members extend outwardly with respect to the inner support member and support the outer support member in a spaced relation relative to the inner support member. A portable storage bin includes a storage container and a lid. The storage container includes an inner wall, an outer wall, opposing side walls, and a bottom. The walls cooperatively form a peripheral wall. The bottom is joined to the peripheral wall. The storage container is adapted to be inserted into the support. The lid is pivoted to the storage container so as to be displaceable between an opened position and a closed position.

Abstract: A collapsible storage device for use in a pickup truck bed including a rear panel; a lower panel hingeably mounted to a lower edge of the rear panel at a first edge; a first side panel hingeably mounted to a first side edge of the rear panel at a first edge; a second side panel hingeably mounted to a first side edge of the rear panel at a first edge; a first compression mounting mounted to the face of the first side panel such that the first compression mounting is compressed between the first side panel and a first sidewall of the pickup truck bed when the first side panel is in an open position; a second compression mounting mounted to the face of the second side panel such that the second compression mounting is compressed between the second side panel and a second sidewall opposing the first sidewall of the pickup truck bed when the second side panel is in an open position; a top panel hingeably mounted to a top edge of the rear panel at a first edge, the top panel resting on a top edge of the first and s

Abstract: A thermal storage system providing a receptacle in a motor vehicle which can be used to keep refrigerated items cool or heated items hot during transportation of those items. The receptacle is removably mounted from the vehicle to facilitate carrying of the items to and from the vehicle. Additionally, the receptacle can be folded to reduce its size for storage within a cavity in the motor vehicle after passing the receptacle through an opening in a vehicle interior component. The receptacle has insulated walls which operate to keep the stored items either heated or cooled in passive operation. Active heating or cooling can be provided with a thermoelectric element.

Abstract: A ski rack particularly suitable for use within an automobile and about a wheel well protruding within the automobile. The ski rack includes a rear rack portion having a rear frame to be positioned in an automobile over an area typically occupied by a rear wheel well. The rear frame is supported by at least one of the sidewall and floor of the automobile. A rear ski support member extends upwardly from the rear frame to support skis at one end. A front rack portion has a front ski support member to be attached to a front sidewall to support skis at another end. The ski rack may further include support members to be inwardly offset from a rear wheel well protruding within the automobile for maintaining ski poles in a fixed position close to the sidewall so as not to encroach into the automobile passenger and cargo space.

Abstract: A security shade for a rear cargo area of a motor vehicle. The security shade comprises a roller tube onto which a flexible shade panel is wound. A cover covers the shade panel and includes portions defining a slot through which the shade panel is extendable and retractable. A storage compartment is adjacent to and integral with the cover. The storage compartment includes an internal chamber that is defined by side walls, end walls, a bottom wall and a top which is moveable between a closed position and an open position permitting access into the chamber.

Abstract: A removable storage system is disclosed having a storage receptacle, a plurality of tabs connected to the receptacle, and a plurality of receiving openings integral with an interior member of a vehicle for receiving the tabs and retaining the receptacle. The tabs further may consist of grooves culminating in channels.

Abstract: A trunk net for a vehicle has a first net area for holding luggage on a floor, and a second net area for holding the luggage between the net and an upright panel, and anchor members for holding the trunk net in a luggage compartment are distributed in the compartment so as to set the trunk net in various manners. At least one of the anchor members has a net holder for holding the net and a base which supports the net holder on a vehicle body panel and which further serves as a fastener for fastening an interior trim member to the vehicle body panel. This trunk net structure makes it possible to set the net in various manners, and facilitates the fixing of the interior trim members to the vehicle body panels.

Abstract: A cab compartment storage system has a modular, unitary support structure including a rear compartment trim panel connected to the back of a pick-up passenger compartment and at least one support rod with opposite ends connected to the rear compartment trim panel and wherein the support rod is spaced forwardly of the rear compartment panel between the opposite connected ends thereof to be placed on the pick-up compartment at the same time that the trim panel is connected in place; and wherein at least one upwardly open end container is connected on the support rod to depend from the support rod for providing article stowage within the cab storage compartment at a point closely proximate to the backs of a seating system located forwardly thereof within the passenger compartment.

Abstract: A rack that adjustably attaches to an inboard wall panel of a boat for securing water sport equipment in the cockpit of the boat. The device is configured so that the rack adjustably attaches to the inboard wall panel and rests flush against the floor of a boat. The device is designed to secure a variety of water sport equipment so as to protect the water sport equipment, the boat and the passengers.

Abstract: A new jack storage container for storing a jack on a vehicle. The inventive device includes a housing formed from separable front and back portions hingedly coupled together at the bottom of the housing. A pair of spaced apart tabs are extended from the top of the housing. Each of the tabs has first and second separable portions with the first portion of each tab located on the front portion of the housing and the second portion of each tab located on the back portion of the housing. Each of the tabs also has a hole extending through it between its respective first and second portions.

Abstract: A safe and secure storage location for automobile theft deterrent devices (such as the Club.RTM.) which is both easily accessible to the driver, yet secure and out of the way of passengers. An elongated closable pouch having one or more strong clamps attached in alignment along the length of the pouch. The pouch includes two elongated panels which are mirror-images of each other attached together along their perimeters, except at the top where a zipper or Velcro.RTM. is provided. The pouch is designed such that the clamp(s) may be attached to a side of the vertical portion of an automobile driver seat. The strong clamps hold the pouch containing the automobile theft deterrent device securely in place so that it is out of the way of passengers, and less likely to cause injury in the event of an accident. Optional extenders may be provided on the clamps to more firmly secure them to the seat.

Abstract: A removable storate container for a motor vehicle interior is disclosed. The storage container comprises first and second container halves and a hinge. The first container half has an indentation adapted to engage a projection on a floor of the vehicle. The second container half is disposed adjacent a side wall of the vehicle, and includes at least one hole adapted to removably engage a corresponding projection extending from a side wall of the vehicle. The hinge pivotably connects the first container half and the second container half. Optional features include foam padding disposed between the first container half and the second container half, and a handle connected to the storage container for carrying the storage container when the storage container is removed from the vehicle.

Abstract: A roll-up storage pouch has a generally rectangular sheet of flexible material with one edge anchored to a door panel and integrally including a constant-force flat spring which in a stable state is coiled and which can be uncoiled and straightened. The rectangular flexible member thus can be rolled up and enclose items, such as an umbrella, therein for storage. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the end of the flexible pouch opposite its anchoring to the vehicle panel includes a rigid member to which a strap can be attached for controlling the roll-up storage pouch.

Abstract: A molded shell with a hinged cover for carrying ballast or other items in pick-up truck beds. The shell is designed to fit into the bed of a truck and is formed to fit around the wheel wells. The shell is designed to be half the height of the side walls. This permits large flat objects to be placed on top of the container for convenient hauling. The entire lid is hinged in the front end (i.e., the end nearest the cab). This allows the entire hinge to be lifted and opened, giving access to the entire shell. A second hinge is provided that allows the rear one-third of the lid to open. This gives access to the back of the storage unit from the tailgate. This door can be used to remove sand to place under the wheels if more traction is needed, for example. It also can be used for quick access to frequently used items.

Abstract: A package-retaining accessory for the cargo area of vehicle includes a package-retaining closure that is attachable to a wall or a divider of the cargo area. The accessory is comprised of a collapsible fabric material or a rigid material. The top portion in the fabric embodiment is supported in an upright position either by a pair of extension lines or by a plurality of brackets. The brackets may be fixedly attached to the wall or may be pivotably attached so that the bracket may be moved from an extended, closure supporting position to a folded position where the closure is relaxed. A retractable, foldable top is provided with fasteners to tie it in either an open position or a closed position.

Abstract: A letter tray is conveniently installed in a delivery vehicle that provides for improved paging and access to the envelopes contained therein. The tray is slightly uplifted along a leftmost open side to prevent the mail from falling out of the open side of the tray, in addition to aiding in facing the envelopes. A specially designed end panel allows for visibility of addresses and paging or bending of the letter mail for easy viewing of the next address in the bundle of mail. The tray is preferably made of a clear plastic material for a complete view of the envelopes. A back support member acts to hold the mail in place, even as envelopes are removed from the front of the stack. The back support member is angled backward to allow for partial separation at the top of the envelopes, while still securely holding the envelopes at the bottom.

Abstract: Embodiments of a vehicle storage cabinet which fits on the floor of the cargo compartment of a utility vehicle. Articles may be safely and securely stored or transported inside the vehicle storage cabinet and other articles may be stored or transported on top of the vehicle storage cabinet. Storage compartments are provided which are accessible through the top of the vehicle storage cabinet and other compartments are provided which are accessible only when the cargo compartment of the utility vehicle is opened. The vehicle storage cabinet is portable and may be transferred to and from the vehicle with relative ease.

Abstract: A portable trunk apparatus that creates a large, fully enclosed and secure trunk in the rear bed of trucks and sports utility vehicles. In accordance with the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the portable trunk apparatus is removably manually installable in and removably manually extractable from the truck without using tools. The portable trunk apparatus includes a top wall and a front wall connected together along edges thereof such that a completely enclosed trunk is formed in the rear of the truck when the present invention is properly installed above the floor and in front of the rear wall (and rear gate door) of the truck. Side walls extend along and above and below respective sides of the top wall. The portion of each side wall that extends below their respective side of the top wall functions as a partial side wall of the enclosure. The top wall includes top latches extending from a upper, outer surface of the top wall proximate the rear wall of the truck.

Abstract: A storage system for a vehicle having a floor and a wheel well defined in the floor includes a compartment-defining structure having a pivot for pivotally attaching the structure to the vehicle for movement between a first position wherein the structure straddles the wheel well and a second position wherein the structure is located generally adjacent the wheel well on the vehicle floor. A compartment defined by the compartment-defining structure is accessible in one or both of the first and second positions. In one aspect, the compartment-defining structure includes a curved sidewall shaped to be mateably positioned over the wheel well when in said first position, and an outer sidewall spaced from the curved sidewall defining one or more compartments between the two sidewalls. In another aspect, the compartment-defining structure includes an elastic fence allowing access to the compartments in the compartment-defining structure when in the raised position.

Abstract: A security enclosure or trunk for luggage, tools and other property, particularly adapted for use with utility vehicles such as light duty trucks having hinged tailgates. The enclosure is adapted to be hinged to the vehicle tailgate and disposed in the vehicle loadbox when the tailgate is in a closed position. The enclosure may be moved with the tailgate to its open position to provide maximum cargo storage space in the loadbox. Access to the enclosure is obtained by opening the tailgate while leaving the enclosure in or moving it to its upright position supported on the vehicle cargo deck.

Abstract: An audio cassette holder is made of a folded flexible sheet, preferably a single folded sheet of fabric, having a pair of three cassette-holding loose open-at-the-top pockets on a front side of the folded sheet. A hooks and loops fastener first element is fixedly attached to the rear side of the folded sheet. The holder, more particularly, the fastener first element, is detachably mounted on a complementary hooks and loops fastener second element which second element is adhesively fixed to a holder-supporting surface such as an auto dashboard, auto door inner surface or auto seat, so that a cassette can be easily inserted into and suspended in each pocket and can be safely and easily accessed and removed from a pocket by the auto driver and inserted into a cassette tape player or in the case of a compact disc, removed in its package from a pocket and inserted into a CD player. A closable rear flap is provided to prevent spillage of cassettes when the holder is being hand carried or packed.

Abstract: Disclosed is a new portable vehicle-mounted gun rack, for use in vehicles having a floor with at least one generally horizontal planar portion situated generally in front of a bench seat having an upwardly projecting backrest, for supporting a plurality of long-barreled firearms for safe transport whereby the firearms are readily accessible and no modification is required to the vehicle. The portable vehicle-mounted gun rack comprises a lower floor engagable support structure for receiving a plurality of guns by the muzzle. The lower support structure comprises an elongated block having a plurality of spaced apart upwardly opening gun muzzle sockets formed therein whereby the plurality of guns may be partially supported by their downwardly angled muzzles. An upper seat backrest engagable support structure for receiving the plurality of guns by the butt is also included.

Abstract: A pick up truck storage box having a center compartment accessible through the rear window of an associated pickup truck. The storage box is provided with a main body positionable within the truck bed behind the rear window to rest upon the upper surfaces of the truck bed. The center compartment is pivotally mounted to the main body and may be opened to facilitate access into the main body by a person within the truck through the rear window. In addition, the center compartment houses a briefcase which may be accessed through a separate lid. The briefcase is slidably disposed within the center compartment and may be extended into the truck through the rear window to allow access to articles within the briefcase or, alternatively, the briefcase may be completely removed from the upper compartment. An alternate embodiment of the present invention includes a sliding door assembly operable to enclose a volume of space between the main body of the box and the truck bed to provide additional storage capabilities.