Abstract: A hardware hider cap assembly is provided for covering a fastener, and more specifically, covering a fastener head. The hider cap assembly can include a base member with an opening for receiving the fastener and a cap member releasably coupled to the base member via a threaded engagement. The cap member can include a tab or protrusion configured to engage with a notch in the base member, thereby preventing overtightening of the cap member onto the base member.

Abstract: A system and method for installing a tag is provided. The system and method of the present disclosure are generally designed to allow a user to internally install a tag within their vehicle in a way that prevents theft. The system generally comprises a safety window, sleeve, and holder. A tag may be attached to a holder and inserted into the sleeve in a way that allows the tag to be viewed on the exterior of the vehicle through the safety window. The system may also comprise a mechanical fastener that secures the holder within the sleeve.

Abstract: This invention discloses a device and method for mounting and changeably displaying visual communications, including messages, logos, advertisement, public service announcements or indicia, on a vehicle. It incorporates a frame mounted on a license plate, optionally within the license plate recess at the front or rear of a vehicle, and utilizes panels that are continuous with or removeably attached to a central component framing the license plate in order to optimize visual appeal, minimize aerodynamic drag, and reduce or eliminate potential clearance issues. A removeably attachable panel configuration allows for panels to be mounted on one or both lateral sides, providing a means for customization based on a vehicle's exterior design or user preference.

Abstract: A license plate covering assembly includes a frame that may be coupled to a vehicle. The frame may surround a license plate on the vehicle. The frame comprising a first half that is hingedly coupled to a second half. A window is coupled to the second half. The window facilitates the license plate to be visible when the frame is positioned in a closed position.

Abstract: There is provided an adapter plate assembly for mounting a license plate to a vehicle. The assembly includes an adapter plate to which the license plate is connectable. The assembly includes a resilient member. The resilient member has a first portion connectable with the adapter plate. The resilient member has a second portion connectable to the vehicle. The assembly further includes, according to one aspect, an elongate backing member. The first portion of the resilient member is connectable with and interposable between the backing member and the adapter plate.

Abstract: An identification plate, in which at least one security sign is arranged within the contours of a cover layer. As a result, the security sign is embedded in the cover layer and thus becomes an integral component of the identification plate. Such a security sign can no longer be removed from the identification plate. The identification plate according to the invention thus offers as much protection against manipulation as possible.

Abstract: There is provided an adapter plate assembly for mounting a license plate to a connector portion of a vehicle. The assembly includes a rectangular adapter plate having a plurality of spaced-apart protrusions adjacent to respective corners thereof. The protrusions are configured to abut and support the recessed rear of the license plate. The assembly includes a plurality of outer apertures that at least partially extend through the protrusions and align with the outer apertures of the license plate. The assembly includes a plurality of inner apertures extending therethrough. The inner apertures are positioned inwards from the protrusions and align with inner apertures of the connector portion. The assembly includes a plurality of fasteners configured to extend through respective ones of the outer and inner apertures. The license plate couples to the adapter plate and the adapter plate coupling to the connector portion of the vehicle thereby.

Abstract: An apparatus for removably attaching dealer tags to various vehicles, comprising two or more mounting devices, each comprising a center portion with a mounting hole for mounting the device on the vehicle's tag or license mounting structure using a screw or bolt or similar mounting means. At one end of the device is a mounting post supported by a mounting post support with a ridge, protrusion, or indentation on two opposing sides. The mounting post support is flexibly attached to the center portion, and can be bent around and removably attached to the center portion by means of inserting the ridge or protrusions into corresponding holes or slots in the sides of the center portion. The other end of the device comprises a flexible arm or structure with a hole adapted to fit over the mounting post.

Abstract: An apparatus for increasing the fuel efficiency of a vehicle is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a deflector configured to attach to a front bumper of the vehicle, the deflector comprising a first surface area facing towards the vehicle when the deflector is attached to the vehicle, the first surface area being a substantially rectangle shape, the first surface area having a width, a height and a vertical axis, the vertical axis substantially bisecting the width of the first surface area, a second surface area facing away from the vehicle when the deflector is attached to the vehicle, the second surface area being a substantially concave shape with respect to the vertical axis, and a recessed well configured to align with a hole on the front bumper of the vehicle.

Abstract: A method of attaching a vehicular identification member to a vehicle performed by obtaining a vehicle identification member having selectively identifying information regarding the vehicle. Form a first fastener slot along an edge of the vehicular identification member. Next, positioning the vehicular identification member within a protective member. The protective member has a second fastener slot corresponding to and aligned with the first fastener slot. Translate the vehicular identification member and protective member around a threaded shaft of the fastener while the fastener is in threaded engagement with the vehicle. Rotate the fastener to apply a compressive force to the protective member, thereby securing the vehicular identification member to the vehicle.

Abstract: A multi-image license plate assembly having a series of horizontally disposed rotating display members operably controlled by a rotational drive mechanism. The drive mechanism can be a series of gears, pulleys, belts, chains, a worm gear assembly, or other means. The horizontally disposed rotating display members rotated about a horizontal axis. The rotating display members preferably have three image surfaces. An image is segmented, with each segment applied to a respective image surface of each of the display members, such that when the image surfaces are aligned, the complete image is displayed. The image can be applied directly to the rotating member or applied to an insert. An adapter mount is provided for fastening the multi-image license plate assembly to a vehicle.

Abstract: An apparatus for removably attaching dealer tags to various vehicles, comprising two or more mounting devices, each comprising a center portion with a mounting hole for mounting the device on the vehicle's tag or license mounting structure using a screw or bolt or similar mounting means. At one end of the device is a mounting post supported by a mounting post support with a ridge, protrusion, or indentation on two opposing sides. The mounting post support is flexibly attached to the center portion, and can be bent around and removably attached to the center portion by means of inserting the ridge or protrusions into corresponding holes or slots in the sides of the center portion. The other end of the device comprises a flexible arm or structure with a hole adapted to fit over the mounting post.

Abstract: A multi-image license plate assembly having a series of horizontally disposed rotating display members operably controlled by a rotational drive mechanism. The drive mechanism can be a series of gears, pulleys, belts, chains, a worm gear assembly, or other means. The horizontally disposed rotating display members rotated about a horizontal axis. The rotating display members preferably have three image surfaces. An image is segmented, with each segment applied to a respective image surface of each of the display members, such that when the image surfaces are aligned, the complete image is displayed. The image can be applied directly to the rotating member or applied to an insert. An adapter mount is provided for fastening the multi-image license plate assembly to a vehicle.

Abstract: A license plate security device comprises a slip collar into which a license plate mounting machine screw is inserted. These are inserted into a spin barrel assembly with a closed bottom and an open top. The license plate is installed on the vehicle using at least one of these license plate security devices, more machine screws, and an ordinary screwdriver. A cabinet style key lock is inserted into the open end of the spin barrel and covers the head of the machine screw. A weather cap is snapped over the lock and spin barrel to keep out dirt, water, and ice. Removing the license plate now requires a key to remove the lock from the spin barrel to access the head of the machine screw. Turning the spin barrel only will not remove the machine screw because the collar creates a slip joint and will not transmit enough torque.

Abstract: A license plate frame assembly for the secure installation of a license plate upon a vehicle includes a backing plate and an outer frame. The backing plate is mounted to the vehicle. The outer frame is dimensioned to receive the license plate and the backing plate therein. A locking mechanism secures the outer frame to the backing plate.

Abstract: A license plate holding bracket attached to a tailgate which is arranged at a rear end of a cargo bed of a vehicle to perform a reciprocal rotational movement and which sets up the cargo bed in a closed state when the tailgate is in a vertical state and sets up the bed in an opened state when the tailgate is in a horizontal state. The bracket has a gate side fixing member fixed to the tailgate, a plate holding member for holding a license plate and a rotational movement mechanism for connecting the plate holding member to the gate side fixing member to make the plate holding member freely perform a reciprocal rotational movement and for moving the plate holding member to make the license plate take a parallel state or a erecting state to the tailgate so as to be visible of the license plate even though the plate is in the horizontal state.

Abstract: The License Plate and Sticker Protection Device is designed to prevent tampering/theft of the vehicle license plate and sticker. This invention is being filed in the United States Patent and trademark Office as a non provisional utility patent application. Further disclosure of this invention has been submitted to a major automotive industrial company with the proper disclosure waiver in effect.

Abstract: A vehicle identifier having a substantially flat carrier with at least one labeling field and an identification to identify a vehicle. The identification is applied on the at least one labeling field. An electronic data carrier carries data associated with the identification and is mounted on the identification carrier. The data are at least readable by a reading device in a contact-free manner. A process for manufacturing a vehicle identifier includes, in a first step, adhering an electronic data carrier carrying data associated with an identification to identify a vehicle to a protective covering. Furthermore, the electronic data carrier is applied onto an identification carrier such that the electronic data carrier is sandwiched between the protective covering and the identification carrier.

Abstract: A lockable license plate holder for securing a license plate via a plurality of conventional fasteners to a vehicle wherein the license plate holder includes a license plate holder housing member provided with an open generally rectangular framework element having an upper portion and a lower portion provided with a plurality of apertured mounting tabs dimensioned to receive the conventional fasteners, and a locking unit including a lock member operatively connected to a pair of locking arms provided with a plurality of cover tabs that will selectively cover and expose the apertured mounting tabs in response to the position of the lock member. In addition, the interior of the open framework element is further provided with at least one bracket element that is dimensioned to surround a registration decal provided on most state license plates.

Abstract: A tamper-proof license plate with means for attaching to car bumper that renders it irremovable without destroying said license plate. This is accomplished by perforating its main body so hat he entire assembly will break into a plurality of pieces when anyone attempts to pull it off. The present invention also provides a means for tracking stolen license plate if necessary through a set of identifying information written on a special washer placed between the bumper and the license plate.

Abstract: A vehicular license plate holder is provided including a frame for removably receiving a license plate and a transparent plate positioned thereon. Also included is at least one locking assembly for preventing the removal of the license plate from the frame.

Abstract: A security system for a license plate, vanity plate or tag includes a bracket for mounting on a vehicle in the space conventionally supporting license plates and a lockable frame interfitting therewith. The bracket has at least one slot for engaging a tab carried by the frame, and another slot for engaging a locking member extending from a lock. The frame has apertures for supporting a license plate, and the frame and license plate are readily removable as a unit for storage in a high security area to prevent theft of the license plate, as well as to deter the installation of an unauthorized license plate as often hapens when the vehicle will be stolen. The system can be mounted with the lock on the top or bottom side, and one embodiment includes an open area in the frame opposite the lock. The lock is preferably a cam lock and is positioned to deter tampering. A bracket has upper and lower planar portions which may be angled with respect to a main planar portion.

Abstract: A tag lock is provided which is constructed from a transparent material. The cover is hingably coupled over a license plate for selectively protecting the same.

Abstract: Security box apparatus is adapted for use with a conventional license plate mounting structure of a vehicle which includes a plurality of spaced apart installation holes. The security box apparatus is adapted to affix a license plate thereto to secure a protected item and comprises a housing member, a door, a locking structure and a license plate mounting assembly. The housing member is provided with a plurality of anchoring holes alignable with the installation holes so that a mounting fastener may extend through these holes to securely fasten the housing member to the license plate mounting structure. A recess is formed in the housing member and the door is sized and adapted to be received in this recess to enclose the interior and the protected item. The door is movable between a closed position wherein access to the interior is prevented and an opened position wherein access to the protected item is permitted.

Abstract: A license plate cover security device 10 for use with a license plate 100 dimensioned to be received in a license plate receptacle 200 formed in the chassis 201 of a vehicle 202 equipped with an alarm system 203. The security device 10 includes a license plate cover member 20 operatively associated with a wiring system 40 connected to the alarm system 203. The wiring system 40 includes at least one electrical switch plate 45 operatively associated with one of the conventional fasteners 50 used to secure the license plate cover member 20 and the license plate 100 to the license plate receptacle 200 wherein the removal of the conventional fastener 50 will activate the vehicle alarm system 203.

Abstract: A security device for deterring theft of a license plate attached to a vehicle includes a somewhat box like enclosure base (1) with sides folded over toward the center of an open face to provide a retaining border for holding the transparent, shatterproof cover (2) in place and limiting the opportunity of a breach of the device. The cover is wedged into a bottom face plate (3) such that the cover and plate are rigidly attached to one another without the need for rivets, adhesives, etc. A key lock (4) releasably secures the bottom face plate, and thereby the cover, to the enclosure base.

Abstract: Applicant's invention is a method and apparatus for inhibiting laser detection wherein the infrared laser light from a laser gun is absorbed, diffused, and dispersed, hindering the quick response needed for accurate laser readings. The laser detection inhibitor incorporates a rectangular thermoplastic lens panel and a filtering treatment which coats or is infused into the thermoplastic lens panel. The thermoplastic lens panel is suitably formed for placement over a vehicular license plate. The panel is adapted for placement over the license plate. After the panel is sprayed or infused during molding with the filtering treatment, the panel is affixed over the license plate using the existing attachment means for the vehicular license plate. Applicant's invention may also be placed in spray or film form over other reflective vehicular parts. Applicant's invention uniformly covers the license plate absorbing, diffusing, and dispersing infrared laser light and therefore, inhibiting laser detection.

Abstract: Applicant's invention is a method and apparatus for inhibiting laser detection wherein the infrared laser light from a laser gun is absorbed, diffused, and dispersed, hindering the quick response needed for accurate laser readings. The laser detection inhibitor incorporates a rectangular acrylic lens panel and a filtering treatment which coats or is infused into the acrylic lens panel. The acrylic lens panel is suitably formed for placement over a vehicular license plate. The panel is adapted for placement over the license plate. After the panel is sprayed or infused during molding with the filtering treatment, the panel is affixed over the license plate using the existing attachment means for the vehicular license plate. Applicant's invention uniformly covers the license plate absorbing, diffusing, and dispersing infrared laser light and therefore, inhibiting laser detection.

Abstract: A license plate security frame for preventing a theft or unauthorized removal of a license plate from a vehicle. The device includes an outer frame which receives the license plate and attaches to the vehicle body with the license plate bolts. An inner frame is pivotally mounted to the outer frame and may be locked to the same by a pair of secretly hidden locking members. The inner frame includes a pair of bolt guards which effectively preclude access to the license plate bolts and conceal the locking members when the inner frame is locked to the outer frame. Alternate embodiments of the present invention include corner lock assemblies for further locking the frames together, and an electric shock assembly connectable to a vehicle alarm or ignition system for energizing a partially insulated and partially exposed wire along the perimeter of the outer frame, whereby contact with the wire by unauthorized persons will result in a shock.

Abstract: This device is for preventing unauthorized access, and theft of automobiles license plates. This license plate lock works by first fastening the license plate locking device to the automobile with bolts that are put in back of the device. Next unlocking the lock in front of the device, this can be with a key lock, or combination lock. Next the movable arm swings up and down so that the license plate can be put inside of the device and locked up.

Abstract: A security frame assembly for vehicle license plates provides for the complete enclosure of the plate and any dated registration decals thereon in order to prevent or increase the difficulty of the theft thereof. The device comprises a peripheral frame with a tough transparent overlay, secured to the vehicle using standard threaded fasteners. The heads of the fasteners are concealed by caps which require the use of a special tool for their removal. The transparent overlay provides for the display of the complete plate, while also protecting the plate and registration sticker from easy theft. While a determined thief could take the plate and frame, the device would require additional time which would increase the risk of being apprehended for the thief and thus make the protected plate an unattractive risk. However, the device would permit the theft of the plate and frame without damage to the vehicle, thus saving the vehicle owner any potential repair costs.

Abstract: A locking license plate holder for mounting license plates on automobiles, trucks and trailers includes a frame having a channel formed therein dimensioned for insertion of a license plate. The frame includes a transparent cover plate provided with an elongated lock housing. Spaced pairs of aligned apertures are formed through the frame, the license plate, the cover plate and a side wall of the lock housing. A pair of retaining pins are dimensioned for insertion through a vehicle mounted license plate attaching bracket and through the pairs of aligned apertures in the license plate holder. A key actuated rotary locking cylinder is centrally mounted in the lock housing and includes a pair of transverse locking rods connected to the rotary cylinder for simultaneous extension and retraction. A pair of guide members in the housing constrains the locking rods to reciprocal linear movement. A transverse aperture is formed through each of the retaining pins for receiving the locking rods in a locked condition.

Abstract: A device is provided for the quick and reversible attachment of a license plate to the mounting frame of an automobile vehicle. The device, which can be utilized without tools, is comprised of two anchoring components interengaged by a coil spring. Each anchoring component has a straight post adapted to penetrate the aligned holes in a license plate and a mounting frame. In use, the posts are inserted into the aligned holes while tensioning the spring. When the tension is released, the posts become angled within the holes, thereby securing the license plate.