Abstract: A molded plastic vehicle shield device includes a hood protector region and hood attachment region. The hood protector region is constructed for extending across a portion of a vehicle hood for protecting the vehicle hood. The hood protector region includes at least one flexible region for allowing bending of the hood protector region. The hood attachment region includes a first hood attachment flange attached to a portion of the hood protector region and constructed for attaching to a left side of the vehicle hood, and a second hood attachment flange attached to a portion of the hood protector region and constructed for attachment to a right side of the vehicle hood.

Abstract: A removable vehicle door protector includes an elongated rod that has a first end and a second end. The rod includes a first section and a second section wherein the first section is removably extendable into the second section so that the rod is selectively telescoping. A first coupler is attached to the first end of the rod for selectively attaching the first end to a first edge of a vehicle door. A second coupler is attached to the second end of the rod for selectively attaching the second end to a second edge of the door so that the rod extends between the first and second edges of the door.

Abstract: A cover for protecting and covering at least an upper portion of a snowmobile, includes an upper weatherproof portion and a fastening strap for securing the upper weatherproof portion to the snowmobile. A lower lip of the upper weatherproof portion circumscribes an elongated lower opening and defines therein a passage which extends at least partially around the lower lip. Strap openings which communicate with the passage are disposed on each of opposed lateral sides of the lower lip. The fastening strap is disposed within the passage and has free ends which project out from the strap openings. Each of the free ends has a length which permits it to be crossed under the snowmobile and fastened to the lower lip on a lateral side thereof opposite from that of the strap opening from which the free end projects. Fastening members removably attach the free ends to the lower lip.

Abstract: A multilayer molded element (1) is molded to an appropriate shape which conforms to an underside of floor areas or wheel housings of a vehicle. The multilayer structure includes a non-woven, resilient layer (3) which functions as a shock absorber and spring to absorb impact and damp noise. The resilient layer is disposed between cover layers (4, 5). Optionally, fabric layers (6, 7) are bonded to outsides of the cover layers.

Abstract: A pallet truck has a power unit including a main casing for housing drive apparatus and a platform onto which an operator may step and ride while controlling the truck. The casing includes at least one substantially rigid wall member and an operator support pad associated with the wall member. The support pad includes a main body having first and second ribbed portions with the first portion defining a deformable pocket.

Abstract: Trailer hitch protectors have a flexible body member sized and configured to be sleeved over a tow bar tongue associated with a trailer hitch assembly. The body member most preferably includes an opposed pair of generally U-shaped inner and outer lateral walls which are spaced apart from one another so as to define a cushion space therebetween and thereby provide cushioned protection laterally of the tow bar tongue when received within the body member. A series of spaced-apart flexible connecting webs extending between said inner and outer lateral walls within the cushion space may be provided so as to provide further cushioning effect. In especially preferred embodiments, the flexible body member has an upper wall joined to both the inner and outer lateral walls, and has an aperture adapted to surround a hitch ball attached to the tow bar tongue of the trailer hitch assembly.

Abstract: A vehicle is equipped with an automated device for covering the windows of the vehicle. The device comprises a collection container, a plurality of the extensions attached to the collection container, a motor attached to the collection container to rotate the collection container, and a covering attached to the plurality of extensions and sized to cover the windows of the vehicle. The rotation of the collection container extends and retracts the plurality of extensions which results in the deployment of the covering over the windows of the vehicle and the collection of the covering from the windows of the vehicle. In a preferred embodiment, the plurality of extensions comprises malleable metal strips with eyelets at the end of the metal strips. The eyelets and the metal strips are positioned within sleeves or channels which are made integral to the covering. The covering includes a reflective fabric that is substantially opaque to sunlight.

Abstract: A protector device for a motorcycle includes at least one impact resistant cover member which is configured to cover a part of a motorcycle that is prone to damage by flying debris. The, or each, cover member is removably attachable to said part of the motorcycle.

Abstract: The invention relates to an outside element for a motor vehicle, the element being designed to be fitted to the vehicle, e.g. on its bodywork, and comprising an essentially non-conductive protective screen (3), the element being characterized in that behind said protective screen if further comprises an electrically insulating film having two faces, each of which is covered at least in part in an electrically conductive material. The invention also provides a piece of bodywork provided with such a conductive element.

Abstract: A cover shield for a trailer coupler comprising an elongated hollow, tubular shield, internally sized to receive the forward portion of a trailer coupler and coupler means mounted thereon. The shield is preferably of flexible two-ply padded material and impervious to moisture. The shield includes a pouch-like portion sized to snugly encompass and cover the trailer coupler means. A seam means extends longitudinally from an aft opening toward the front opening and may be selectively manually opened to an open mode and closed to a closed mode.

Abstract: A protector system configured to engage a portion of the exterior surface of tubular components of a motorcycle, such as engine guard(s), saddlebag guard(s), handle bars, to provide a surface deposed to prevent or minimize damage of such tubular components resulting from impact or to alter transmission of impact or operational forces to such tubular components.

Abstract: In a tractor having a frame, a grille has a hollow frame fastened to a front portion of the frame of the tractor, so as to protect a radiator of the tractor. Two brackets are provided, each of which is mounted to the front portion of the frame of the tractor and each of which projects frontwardly from the frame of the tractor, through an aperture in a lower portion of the frame of the grille. A guard is provided, which is fastened to the brackets, in front of the grille, so as to protect the grille. The hollow frame of the grille is fastened to the front portion of the frame of the tractor only at the lower portion of the frame of the grille. The hollow frame of the grille is molded, as by rotational molding, from a polymeric material, for which cross-linked polyethylene is preferred. The brackets and the guard are made of steel.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided comprising a net, which can be attached to an automobile so that the net covers a substantial portion of a front grill of the automobile to prevent insects or debris from entering the front grill. A first side of the net may be attached to a hood of the automobile and a second side of the net may be attached to a front license plate of the automobile. The net may be attached to a pocket section, and the net can be detached from the automobile and rolled up into the pocket section. The net may be attached to a material having substantially the size and shape of a license plate. The net may flare outward from a first side attached to the material to a second side, which is opposite the first side.

Abstract: A clip assembly (36, 60) mounts a cladding panel to a body. The clip assembly includes a clip (36) and a key guide (60). The clip (36) has a head (38) and a shaft (40). The head (38) is adapted for attaching to a flange of the cladding panel. The key guide (60) has a hollow body (62) sized to receive and retain the shaft (40) in a first and second engagement position. The key guide (60) is configured to be inserted into a slot (52, 56) on the body structure and upon rotation is retained within the slot. One end of the cladding engages the pilot aperture (56) and an opposite end engages a slot (52). The cladding is adjustable relative to the body structure while in a first engagement position and is held in place for further fastening when in a second engagement position.

Abstract: A motorcycle and automobile gas tank paint protector preferably includes two scratch-resistant fabric pieces, a water/gasoline-resistant inlay, an internal protective ring, and a fabricated gas tank screw-in connector with an attached outer ring to insert gas nozzle. A gas tank hole opening is formed through the fabric, a protective inlay and inner protective ring between the two said fabric pieces thereof. The fabric pieces and inlay are preferably attached to each other on the outer perimeters thereof and the perimeter of the gas opening with stitching or any other suitable method. The gas tank paint protector is assembled with the connector screw-in piece, placed in the gas tank opening such that the connector piece can be screwed in the opening of the gas tank, fill the gas tank and removed. The gas tank paint protector may be folded and stored by inserting into a well air-ventilated canister or pouch.

Abstract: A vehicle is equipped with an automated device for covering the windows of the vehicle. The device comprises a collection container, a plurality of the extensions attached to the collection container, a motor attached to the collection container to rotate the collection container, and a covering attached to the plurality of extensions and sized to cover the windows of the vehicle. The rotation of the collection container extends and retracts the plurality of extensions which results in the deployment of the covering over the windows of the vehicle and the collection of the covering from the windows of the vehicle. In a preferred embodiment, the plurality of extensions comprises malleable metal strips with eyelets at the end of the metal strips. The eyelets and the metal strips are positioned within sleeves or channels which are made integral to the covering. The covering includes a reflective fabric that is substantially opaque to sunlight.

Abstract: Externally deployed airbag system for a vehicle including one or more inflatable airbags deployable outside of the vehicle, an anticipatory sensor system for assessing the probable severity of an impact involving the vehicle based on data obtained prior to the impact and initiating inflation of the airbag(s) in the event an impact above a threshold severity is assessed, and an inflator coupled to the anticipatory sensor system and the airbag for inflating the airbag when initiated by the anticipatory sensor system. The airbag may be housed in a module mounted along a side of the vehicle, in a side door of the vehicle (both for side impact protection), at a front of the vehicle (for frontal impact protection) or at a rear of the vehicle (for rear impact protection). Also, the externally deployed airbag can be deployed to cushion a pedestrian's impact against the vehicle.

Abstract: A protective cover having a non-slip surface for mounting to a motorcycle frame area is shaped to conform to the motorcycle frame area and includes an interior surface formed from rubber and an exterior surface formed from an epoxy mixture to which a granulated material is applied for providing the non-slip surface. The protective cover has a carbon fiber layer formed between the interior surface and the exterior surface, and the carbon fiber layer is affixed to the interior surface and the exterior surface by epoxy resin material. Holes are formed through the interior surface, the exterior surface, and the carbon fiber layer for inserting fasteners therethrough to mount the protective cover to the motorcycle frame area, and, when the protective cover is mounted to the motorcycle frame area, the interior surface is adjacent to the motorcycle frame area to prevent the protective cover from scratching the motorcycle frame area.

Abstract: A side bar incorporates brackets for attachment to a vehicle; the bar is divided into sections to permit the side bar to be economically packaged for shipment. The side bar sections are secured to each other through the use of a support rail mounted internally of the side bar sections and extending across the joint formed by the abutting contact of the respective sections. The side bar sections are maintained in alignment through the use of a joint sleeve having an alignment pin that engages corresponding notches provided in the ends of each of the abutting sections.

Abstract: An apparatus for the protection of the outer bed walls of pickup trucks. This apparatus consists of a retractable screen having an outer layer of shock absorbing material suitable to receive signage and a rear layer of non abrasive material that can be placed on the surface of a truck without scratching the finish. Protective Cover for the Sides of a Vehicle is contained in a strong non rusting protective housing that mounts on top of the side bed wall. The length of Protective Cover for the Sides of a Vehicle would be of sufficient size to cover the length of a truck bed side wall.

Abstract: A vehicle protector has a sheet with peripheral channels containing an endless elasticized cable, such as a bungee cord, chock cord. At the corners exposures exposing the cable, and karabiners engage the cable and attach to eyebolts mounted on vehicles. The protector is slung below a tow bar connecting the vehicles. The sheet has side exposures exposing the endless cable, to which is attached a support bar. This has end hooks engaging the peripheral cable at the side exposures, connected by a second elasticized cable, such as a bungee cord. This second cable passes through tubes and collars so the support bar can rest on top the tow bar and support the protector at its sides. A loop of another cable, such as bungee cord, is attached by grommet and knot or ball bungee in the middle of the protector. The support bar is passed through this loop supporting the protector in the middle. A kit of protector, support bar and eyebolts is supplied.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided comprising a net, which can be attached to an automobile so that the net covers a substantial portion of a front grill of the automobile to prevent insects or debris from entering the front grill. A first side of the net may be attached to a hood of the automobile and a second side of the net may be attached to a front license plate of the automobile. The net may be attached to a pocket section, and the net can be detached from the automobile and rolled up into the pocket section. The net may be attached to a material having substantially the size and shape of a license plate. The net may flare outward from a first side attached to the material to a second side, which is opposite the first side.

Abstract: Vehicle body protectors for protecting external mirrors and a lower portions of the vehicle extending from a rear surface of the front wheel well to a front surface of the rear wheel well under the doors of the vehicle are constructed from conformable sheets of impact absorbing material having peripheral means for coupling the protector to non-external portions of the vehicle body and to other portions of the protector so that the body protectors remain in fixed position on the vehicle body during motion of the vehicle. The body protectors can be formed from more than one layer of material to form an outer layer, a liner layer of resilient energy absorbing material positioned on the under surface of the outer layer for engagement with an outer surface of the vehicle body, and optionally an intermediate reinforcing layer.

Abstract: A protective assembly to protect a portion of an outer body of a trailer having a fixture, comprising: (a) a cover positionable over an outer body of a trailer, the cover including a plurality of edges and a fixture accommodating assembly associable with a fixture of a trailer; and (b) a fastening assembly capable of securing the cover to an outer body of a trailer.

Abstract: An aftermarket kit comprised of protective and decorative vehicle body panels for attachment to existent vehicle body structures. The panels include a rigid, resilient substrate layer, such as ABS, to provide increased resistant of a vehicle provided with the panels to damage from impacts with other objects. The panels also include a decorative layer visible through an overlying protective layer. The decorative layer provides the appearance of desirable materials, such as wood or carbon fiber and, in certain versions, includes wood and/or carbon fiber material. The protective layer provides increased resistance of the panels to damage from impinging ultraviolet radiation. The panels can optionally be formed in complex three-dimensional concave and convex curves to provide additional aesthetic appeal and to better conform to complex vehicle contours.

Abstract: A fender includes at least one element extending therefrom that is adapted to engage a mounting bracket affixed to the object to which the fender is to be attached, e.g., a trailer. The element is preferably a curved flange that extends outwardly from an inner bottom edge of the fender.

Abstract: A magnetic tool holder for a vehicle having a first layer having tool holder means attached thereto, a second uniformly magnetic layer, and a third layer operatively arranged to secure the first layer to the uniformly magnetic second layer. A second embodiment of the invention is a magnetic protective cover for a vehicle.

Abstract: A portable cushion protector which is easily attachable to and detachable from the rear portions of an automobile and which protects its rear bumper from scratches and other damage while it is parked. The cushion protector has supporting mechanisms which may be advantageously attached to the automobile trunk for holding the cushion securely in place upon the bumper.

Abstract: A kit removably attaches and stores a frame with a canvas cover for an all-terrain vehicle. The frame comprises preformed metal tubing sections for the front, sides, doors, and rear portions which are welded together. The integrated canvas cover is attached to the frame by snaps. The cover has plastic windows for all sides with a flexible rear window which can be rolled up. The cover and frame are stable even while driving at 60 mph.

Abstract: The presently disclosed invention claims fitted magnetic panels made of magnetic polymers which are shaped to fit over metal based body surfaces of automobiles and other mobile crafts. The fitted magnetic panel magnetically attaches to body surfaces and protects the surface from damage from the elements or from light to moderate collisions. Additionally the magnetic panels can be used to cover existing body surfaces that are damaged. The fitted magnetic panels can be shaped to various dimensions, colors, and designs.

Abstract: A multilayer molded element (1) is molded to an appropriate shape which conforms to an underside of floor areas or wheel housings of a vehicle. The multilayer structure includes a non-woven, resilient layer (3) which functions as a shock absorber and spring to absorb impact and damp noise. The resilient layer is disposed between cover layers (4, 5). Optionally, fabric layers (6, 7) are bonded to outsides of the cover layers.

Abstract: The bra, or protective cover, fits over the front-facing panel of a trailer. Trailers have a line of trim around the circumference of the front-facing panel, and the fixing means for the trailer-bra is incorporated into the trim. The (detachable) fixing means comprises posts inserted in place of the trim fixing screws, or comprises tapes of Velcro, aligned alongside the trim. The trailer-bra is thereby fixed immovably to the panel, and does not tend to nib or scuff the panel.

Abstract: A motorcycle gas tank fill protector preferably includes a nonscratch sheet, a protective sheet, and at least one magnet. The at least one magnet is contained between the nonscratch sheet and the protective sheet. A gas opening is formed through the nonscratch and protective sheets at one end thereof. The nonscratch sheet and protective sheet are preferably attached to each other on the outer perimeters thereof and the perimeter of the gas opening. The nonscratch and protective sheets may be attached to each other with stitching, sonic welding, heat sealing, or any other suitable assembly method. The at least one magnet is preferably captured within the nonscratch and protective sheets by stitching around the at least one magnet, but other methods may also be used. The motorcycle gas tank fill protector is preferably used by first removing the gas cap from the gas tank.

Abstract: A device for protecting a vehicle against impact, the device comprising an inflatable element presenting, once inflated, a bearing surface in contact with the region of the vehicle to be protected, and an impact surface designed to receive the impact directly, wherein said inflatable element includes localized flexible connection elements connecting holding points of the impact surface with fastening points of the bearing surface.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to an inexpensive plastic protective guard that is securely attached to the crash bars and/or saddlebag protectors of a motorcycle or motorbike to protect the chrome finish thereon. The protective guard is comprised of a hollow pre-molded impact resistant plastic component which conforms to the shape of the crash bar or protective bar. The protective guard includes a longitudinal slit through its wall to allow opening of the guard and placed thereover where it securely snaps into place and serves to protect the chrome finish on these components in the event of a crash, dropping or scrape when these components come into contact with the pavement.

Abstract: A vehicle protector has a sheet with peripheral channels containing an endless elasticized cable, such as a bungee cord, chock cord, or the like At the corners exposures exposing the cable, and karabiners engage the cable and attach to eyebolts mounted on vehicles. The protector is slung below a tow bar connecting the vehicles. The sheet has side exposures exposing the endless cable, to which is attached a support bar. This has end hooks engaging the peripheral cable at the side exposures, connected by a second elasticized cable, such as a bungee cord. This second cable passes through tubes and collars so the support bar can rest on top the tow bar and support the protector at its sides. A loop of another cable, such as bungee cord, is attached by grommet and knot or ball bungee in the middle of the protector. The support bar is passed through this loop supporting the protector in the middle. A kit of protector, support bar and eyebolts is supplied.

Abstract: A cushioned cover for protecting the exposed metal parts of a hitch assembly. In its preferred embodiment, the cover is comprised of tubular segments. The segments are transected longitudinally by a seam which allows the cover to be opened and easily placed over a hitch assembly. The invention further comprises cinching straps which allow the cover to be tightly fastened to the hitch assembly.

Abstract: A fender includes at least one element extending therefrom that is adapted to engage a mounting bracket affixed to the object to which the fender is to be attached, e.g., a trailer. The element is preferably a curved flange that extends outwardly from an inner bottom edge of the fender.

Abstract: A boat protection system for protecting the body of a boat during transporting upon a conventional boat trailer. The boat protection system includes a front guard, a bottom guard attachable to the front guard, a first side guard attachable to the front guard, and a second side guard attachable to the front side guard. The front guard is comprised of a front portion, a front opening within the front portion for receiving a winch, and a pair of side portions. The front guard is attached to the front portion of the frame with conventional fasteners. The bottom guard is attached to a lower lip of the front guard. The front guard, bottom guard, and side guards protect the lower body of the boat carried upon the trailer from debris elevated by a motor vehicle pulling the trailer.

Abstract: A fender includes at least one element extending therefrom that is adapted to engage a mounting bracket affixed to the object to which the fender is to be attached, e.g., a trailer. The element is preferably a curved flange that extends outwardly from an inner bottom edge of the fender.

Abstract: A tank cover attachment structure for a motorcycle includes a side portion of a fuel tank covered by tank covers and arranged behind a head pipe and linking the fuel tank and a seat, in that order. The support sections for the tank covers are provided on the seat and the fuel tank. By providing tank cover support sections on the seat, it is possible to directly attach the tank cover to a bottom plate of the seat, for example. Accordingly, it is possible to do away with components such as attachment stays, and it is possible to easily attach the tank cover.

Abstract: Inside fender skirts for deflecting flying road debris away from a boat or car being transported by a trailer. The inside fender skirts can be configured to accommodate single and dual axle trailers with open fenders. Each skirt is bolted to its fender so that the skirt is disposed between the tire and the trailer in order to deflect flying debris.

Abstract: A resilient protective cover for placement on a vehicle surface area such that the cover is disposed between the surface area and an item subsequently placed against that surface area. The cover includes a flexible resilient layer capable of absorbing weight pressure of the item subsequently placed there against, and a flexible magnetized layer releasably magnetically securable to the vehicle surface area and to which the resilient layer is adhered. The resilient layer preferably has a generally non-slip surface whose surface tension value inhibits slippage of the item placed against it. A score line can be provided at an anticipated bend site, and a cut-out portion likewise can be situated to accommodate vehicle equipment such as a brake light, for example, at an anticipated equipment site.

Abstract: A vehicle fender protection device for preventing a fender of a vehicle from being scratched or dented. The vehicle fender protection device includes a housing assembly adapted for removably coupling to the rear fender of the truck. A fender cover adapted for selectively hanging over the rear fender of the truck to absorb dent and scratch causing impacts. The fender cover is extendable from and retractable into said housing assembly.

Abstract: A combination apparatus comprises a truck bed sidewall providing a horizontally oriented top bed wall portion and an integral downwardly extending inner, outer end portions, and a sidewall cover providing a horizontally oriented top cover portion and integral therewith and extending downwardly therefrom, an inner, outer and end cover portions dimensionally sized to fit over the truck sidewall with the corresponding top, side and end portions in surface to surface contact. The sidewall cover comprises plural sections arranged in linear mutually abutting sequence defining at least one section interface between sections. The interface comprises a pair of complementary mutually interengagable U-shaped edges wherein a first one of the U-shaped edges provides an extending lip and a second one of the U-shaped edges provides a recessed lip, the recessed lip receiving the extending lip in overlapping abutment.

Abstract: A protective arrangement on a motor vehicle shell wheel housing has a crumple zone, in particular a front crumple zone. Two longitudinal members extend in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle and along the inside of the associated lateral wheel housing. A wheel is held by wheel guide members within the assigned wheel housing. A front wall limits the wheel housing on its side remote from the crumple zone, relative to the passenger compartment. Protection against excessive penetration of the front wall by the wheel moving towards the front wall in the event of a crash is arranged between the tread circumference of the wheel and the front wall. A tension strut with a fixing section is fixed to the associated longitudinal member as the protection of the front wall against excessive penetration and has a lateral intercepting section which projects outwards laterally and transversely to the longitudinal member.

Abstract: A wheel retainer for the safety of all motor vehicles, and more particularly for trucks of all types, to prevent wheels or wheel assemblies from flying off moving vehicles in the event of axle breakage or other mechanical failure which would cause a wheel or wheel assembly to fly off. The wheel retainer includes brackets for attachment to a truck frame and a retaining bar which is removably attached to the brackets, the bar and brackets being positioned to prevent the wheel or wheel assembly from flying off of the vehicle. In a further modification of the wheel retainer, a loose wheel indicator is provided. The loose wheel indicator is mounted to a turnable or steerable wheel or wheel assembly such as a front wheel of a vehicle. The loose wheel indicator causes an audible noise, audible to the vehicle driver, by contact created between the indicator assembly and the rim of a tire when the wheel or wheel assembly comes loose thereby warning the driver of the loose wheel hazard.

Abstract: A car doorframe protecting device for preventing impact damage to the sill portion of the car doorframe. The car doorframe protecting device includes a panel. The panel is elongate and has a generally planar top and bottom surface. The panel has a first edge, a second edge, a third edge and a fourth edge. The first and second edges are opposite edges and are generally orientated parallel to each other and a longitudinal axis of the panel. The panel has a substantially rectangular shape and comprises a flexible material. A fastening means fastens the panel to a car doorframe.

Abstract: A vehicle door protector that includes a flat sheet of flexible material that is disposed to substantially overlie the entire exterior surface of the lower portion of the door. The flat sheet is constructed from vinyl and an underlying foam rubber sheet to provide a tough exterior surface and a cushion for articles that may impact the door and cause damage. A flap opening is provided in the flat sheet in registry with the door handle. A number of straps extend from the vertical edges of the flat sheet around the front and rear door edge surfaces and across the interior surface of the door. A connecting ring receives and secures the strap ends in contact with the interior door surface. Decorative notches may be formed near the vertical edges of the door to provide a sporty accent.

Abstract: A tailgate protecting device for protecting a tailgate from impact damage. The tailgate protecting device includes a plate. The plate has a top edge, a bottom edge, a front side and a back side. A panel is securely attached to and substantially covers the back side of the plate. A first pair of securing means removably attaches the top edge of the plate to a top edge of a tailgate. A second pair of securing means removably attaches the bottom edge of the plate to a bottom edge of the tailgate.