Tesla patents ‘fibrous foam architecture’, hinting at new seating material and interior trim to come

By Joey Klender Posted on November 15, 2019 Tesla has submitted a patent application for a “fibrous foam architecture” with claims that the manufacturing technique for seats and interior trim would create a more efficient and environmentally-sustainable process. The submitted patent explains that the current materials used for cushioning in traditional vehicle seats include foam …

How much is EV manufacturer branding going to matter in the long term?

By Dacia J. Ferris Posted on November 9, 2019 Welcome to a FREE preview of our weekly exclusive! Each week our team goes ‘Beyond the News’ and handcrafts a special edition that includes our thoughts on the biggest stories, why it matters, and how it could impact the future. You can receive this newsletter along …

DIYers and EVs are great bedfellows for the future of personal transportation

By Dacia J. Ferris Posted on November 2, 2019 Welcome to a FREE preview of our weekly exclusive! Each week our team goes ‘Beyond the News’ and handcrafts a special edition that includes our thoughts on the biggest stories, why it matters, and how it could impact the future. You can receive this newsletter along …