An electronic device for de-activating the passenger air-bag in a motor-vehicleAn electronic de-activator device is described of a type including an instrument panel (2) connected by a serial transmission line (4) to a control unit (6) controlling the air-bags and connected to t…DRIVE·Jan 18·1 min readFollowB60R21/01564FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Vehicle with a cellular telephone supporting deviceIn a vehicle (1) with a speaker system, a cellular telephone (7) is housed at least partly inside a seat (8) having a reflecting member (11) for reflecting outwards of the vehicle the electromagnetic …DRIVE·Nov 30·1 min readFollowH01Q1/241FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Seat for motor-vehicles with deformable bottomA seat for motor vehicles consisting of a horizontal part and a back mutually articulated, said horizontal part being supported by a frame (1) resting on guides (8) fixed to the bodywork of the motor …DRIVE·Aug 31·1 min readFollowB60N2/646FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Trailing arm suspension for motor-vehicles with rocking and steering support for the wheel hubA trailing arm suspension for motor-vehicles provided with rocking and steering support for the hub, consisting of a connection element (18), rotatably connected to the arm of the suspension, and conn…DRIVE·Aug 10·1 min readFollowB60G3/14FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Method and device for controlling the direction indicators of a vehicleMethod of controlling the direction indicators (4, 5) of a vehicle in which an control lever (2) can be moved by the driver from a rest position (6) in a first direction (7) for activating first direc…DRIVE·Jun 15·2 min readFollowB60Q1/381FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
An air filter for a motor vehicleThe air filter (10) includes a cylindrical outer body (11) intended to be mounted essentially vertically and a dry filter element (15), in the form of a hollow cylinder, housed in the body (11) for fi…DRIVE·Mar 30·1 min readFollowB01D46/0095FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Motor vehicle propulsion system with coasting modeThe system has a system control unit (SCU) to determine an immediate value of a traction force and a speed of a motor vehicle. The unit has a memory to store data to define a map that compares the val…DRIVE·Dec 29·1 min readFollowB60K6/485FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Upper mount assembly for a suspension damperA system to achieve engagement between the dome of the bodywork of a motor-vehicle and a rubber telescoping and bouncing piece of a suspension consisting of a solid rubber reversed cup (2) provided wi…DRIVE·Nov 17·1 min readFollowB60G15/068FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Method for forming a gearbox casing for a plurality of engines for motor vehicles, and casing produced by this methodA gearbox casing (21) for a plurality of engines for motor vehicles has a housing portion (22) for accommodating the gearbox and an attachment portion (23) for connecting the housing portion (22) to o…DRIVE·Oct 20·1 min readFollowB22D25/02FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Method for forming a gearbox casing for a plurality of engines for motor vehicles, and forming mould for producing the casingMethod for forming a gearbox casing (1) for a plurality of engines for motor vehicles; the casing has a housing portion (2) for accommodating the gearbox, and an attachment portion (3) for connecting …DRIVE·Oct 20·1 min readFollowB22D25/02FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Drinks holder for a vehicle, and in particular for a motor vehicleA drinks holder (1) for a motor vehicle comprises an attachment plate (2) which can be connected to a portion of the vehicle; a support body (3) provided with a seat (4) for partial accommodation of a…DRIVE·Oct 20·2 min readFollowB60N3/102FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Reinforcement rib with a diverter for the integral head-bag.A reinforcement rib (2) for the roof of a motor-vehicle, provided with supports intended to fix a head-bag (5) and provided with an end (6) bent towards the inner part of the passenger compartment the…DRIVE·Oct 13·1 min readFollowB60R21/213FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Supporting structure for housing vehicle components and/or accessories and vehicle featuring such a supporting structureA compartment (9) in a boot (2) of a vehicle (1) houses a component and/or accessory assembly (11), wherein a supporting structure (12), connected to the vehicle structure (18) and located beneath a l…DRIVE·Sep 8·1 min readFollowB60R11/06FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
An electromechanically controlled retractable step for a vehicleIn order to facilitate access to and descent from a vehicle, such as a motor vehicle, a retractable step (10) is provided which can be moved, by virtue of a driving mechanism with rotatable levers (15…DRIVE·Aug 11·1 min readFollowB60R3/02FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Device for signalling the operation of the brake or clutch of a vehicleThe signaling device includes a rubber cover (7) which covers three push buttons (6) housed in a supporting base fitted on the foot pad (2) of a pedal (1). The supporting base comprises a rigid printe…DRIVE·Apr 28·1 min readFollowB60Q1/441FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Camshaft drive mechanism configuration for an engine with a double line of cylindersControl system for the valves of an internal-combustion engine with two V lines of cylinders, consisting of a secondary shaft to control the camshaft by means of chain or toothed belt drive, basically…DRIVE·Mar 24·1 min readFollowF01L1/02FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Air distribution system for the passenger compartment of a motor vehicle.Conditioning air distribution system for the passenger compartment of a motor vehicle, in which the front doors (8) and the wall (14) of the roof panel are provided with openings (10, 12) and ducts (7…DRIVE·Jan 21·1 min readFollowB60H1/247FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Axle having a torsionally deformable cross member for the rear suspension of a motor vehicle, and method for production of such axleA rear suspension (1) with interconnected wheels for a motor vehicle has two longitudinal arms (2), which can support respective wheels (24) which can rotate around axes (26) of rotation which are coa…DRIVE·Apr 2·2 min readFollowB60B35/007FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Structure, in particular a transpirating dashboard, for diffusion of air in a passenger space of a motor vehicleA structure (1), in particular a transpirating dashboard, for diffusion of air in a passenger space (2) of a motor vehicle (3), has a support portion (10), which is connected to an attachment portion …DRIVE·Jan 29·2 min readFollowB60H1/00271FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Rear window for the back door or hatchback door of motor vehiclesBack door or hatchback door (1) for motor-vehicles, of the type including a lower solid part (3) and an upper part consisting of a peripheral frame (6) closed by a glass sheet or crystal sheet, which …DRIVE·Jan 2·1 min readFollowB60J1/1884FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
A system for releasing a pedal of a motor vehicle in the event of a frontal impactIn a system (1) for releasing a pedal (2) of a motor vehicle in the event of a frontal impact, the pedal (2) includes a first, inner element (4) which is transversely pivoted at (8) on a support secur…DRIVE·Nov 27·2 min readFollowB60T11/18FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Method for production of a moulding for an outer metal surface of a motor vehicle, and moulding obtained by means of this methodMethod for production of a moulding (3) for an outer metal surface (2) of a motor vehicle (1); according to this method the moulding (3) is produced by positioning at least one magnet (20) in a formin…DRIVE·Nov 13·1 min readFollowB29C45/14778FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Device for the side translation of a motor-vehicle seatDescription of a device for the side translation of a seat in a motor-vehicle, consisting of two sliding guides (4, 5) placed transversally to the axis of the seat, at least one of said guides being a…DRIVE·May 2·1 min readFollowB60N2/02246FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
A headrest of adjustable height for a motor-vehicle seatA headrest comprises: a support structure (12) adjustable in height by means of an actuator (18) and defining a curved surface (15) the convex side of which faces upwards, a pad (16) fixed to the back…DRIVE·Oct 4·1 min readFollowB60N2/70FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
An accelerator and brake pedal device for a motor vehicleA pedal device for controlling the accelerator and the brake of a motor vehicle includes: a structure (10) which is fixed in use and has a surface (15) facing the driver; first and second electric pre…DRIVE·Oct 4·1 min readFollowB60K26/02FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Device for filling fuel for road vehiclesDevice (1) for filling fuel for road vehicles, wherein a tank (2), which is provided with a cover (11) fitted on the tank (2) itself, such as to rotate between an open position and a closed position, …DRIVE·Sep 5·1 min readFollowB60K15/04FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Airconditioning and control system for controlling the climate in a vehicle compartmentThe system comprises an air-conditioning system (3) including a duct (4) for taking in air from outside the passenger compartment (1) and at least one duct (5) for taking in air from inside the passen…DRIVE·Jul 18·2 min readFollowB60H1/0073FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
A climate control system for the passenger compartment of a motor vehicleA climate control system (1) includes a compressor (2) with its output (2b) connected to the intake of a condenser (3) upstream of fluid-expansion means (4) and an evaporator (5) with its output conne…DRIVE·Jul 4·2 min readFollowB60H1/00792FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
A closure plug for an access aperture for a towing hook on the bumper of a vehicleA closure plug (4) for an access aperture for a towing hook on the bumper (2) of a vehicle which includes a coupling element (13) for coupling the plug (4) to the bumper (2) and a closure wall (5) for…DRIVE·Jul 4·1 min readFollowB60D1/60FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
A system for airconditioning the passenger compartment of a vehicleThe system (10) comprises a circuit (12) in which a working fluid is subjected to a thermodynamic cycle and a by-pass duct (36) that has one end connected between the compressor (14) and the condenser…DRIVE·Jul 4·2 min readFollowB60H1/00907FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
A door for a vehicle, in particular for a motor vehicleA door (94) for a vehicle (1), in particular for a motor vehicle, has an outer body (5), an internal panel (6), a plurality of control switches (16) and a lighting assembly (29) carried by the panel (…DRIVE·Jun 27·1 min readFollowB60Q1/324FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
An inflatable restraint device for the luggage space of a motor vehicleThe restraint device (1) is fitted in the luggage space (10) of a motor vehicle, in an area just behind the backrest (12; 16, 18) of a rear seat (14). The device includes at least one inflatable tubul…DRIVE·Jun 27·2 min readFollowB60N2/4221FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
An airbag safety restraint for a motor vehicleThe restraint (2, 3) comprises a curtain-type airbag (4) which is housed, in a folded, stowage configuration, in a housing (5) formed in the passenger compartment roof, and which can be inflated in or…DRIVE·Jun 27·2 min readFollowB60R21/232FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Air cleaner for an internal combustion motorAn air cleaner for an internal combustion motor, provided with a filter cartridge (10) made of special pleated paper, with an holding edge (9) which is fixed inside the case (2) of the filter (1), so …DRIVE·Jun 20·1 min readFollowF02M35/024FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Supply assembly for feeding air into the passenger compartment of a vehicleA supply assembly (1) for feeding air into a passenger compartment of a vehicle, the assembly (1) having an electric fan (2) for supplying an air flow; a number of air outlets (5) having respective ad…DRIVE·Jun 13·1 min readFollowB60H1/00864FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
Method and device for automatic speed and distance control of a vehicleThe method comprises the steps of: a) setting a first operative value indicative of the speed to which the controlled vehicle must be maintained; b) selecting an operating condition of the vehicle ind…DRIVE·May 23·2 min readFollowB60K31/0008FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
A method for displaying data relating to automatic speed and distance control in a vehicleThe method includes the steps of: displaying a first image representing a motor car (40) seen from the rear; displaying a second image beneath the first image representing a level indicator (46) forme…DRIVE·May 23·2 min readFollowB60K35/10FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
A lighting unit for the passenger compartment of a motor vehicleA lighting unit for the passenger compartment (2) of a motor vehicle (1) with a roof panel (4) and a dashboard (5) supporting the instruments has a roof light fitting supporting at least one light sou…DRIVE·Apr 25·1 min readFollowB60Q3/57FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
A motor vehicle provided with a dashboard illumination unitA motor vehicle (1) is provided with a dashboard (5) carrying indicating and control instrumentation (12), and a dashboard illumination unit (25) having a light source (26, 30) disposed outside the da…DRIVE·Apr 25·1 min readFollowB60Q3/12FIAT AUTO SPA [IT]
