Jeep designs a grille guard that converts into a bench
Grille guard protects radiator While making the vehicle look more rugged, Jeep may give them another use. The brand Stellantis has designed a grille guard that folds up to be used as a bench. This was disclosed in a patent application filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on April 28, 2023, and published by the agency on October 31 this year. Jeep Grille Guard Bench Patent Pictures According to the patent document, the grille guard will be attached to the vehicle's main structure via a bracket with a pivot mechanism, allowing it to be moved from a traditional vertical position to a horizontal position for use as a bench. The design calls for a tubular structure similar to traditional grill guards, with one or more removable panels to provide a more comfortable seat. When folded down, the grille guard provides seating like an opening tailgate, but extends from the front of the vehicle instead of the…