Ford developing retractable fender tie-down points

Ford is looking to make it a little easier for drivers to secure cargo to a vehicle’s roof. In a patent application published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on March 12 (and originally filed on Sept. 9, 2022), Ford discusses incorporating fold-out tie-down points into vehicle fenders. Ropes or straps are needed to secure…Ford is looking to make it a little easier for drivers to secure cargo to a vehicle’s roof. In a patent application published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on March 12 (and originally filed on Sept. 9, 2022), Ford discusses incorporating fold-out tie-down points into vehicle fenders. Ropes or straps are needed to secure…