An integral mounting bracket and auxiliary transmission mechanisms keep a vehicle running board stable and usable when the drive fails.
A light-blocking layer and embedded LEDs let vehicle door moldings illuminate selected regions for decorative, logo, and warning effects.
Soft, deformable light-guiding embossments create point-source door panel backlighting while reducing occupant injury risk on contact.
A protruding wrapped edge inserted into a mating component prevents upholstery wrinkles, crushing, and surface distortion during interior assembly.
A stowable support member built into the door frame gives stable roof access while avoiding door interference and vehicle damage.
Glass-based trim integrates a hidden-until-lit thin-film display, sensors, and ambient lighting to avoid bulky, heat-prone interior lighting parts.
Side-emitting LEDs embedded in clear polymer material create a uniform edge-lit effect, resolving hot spot issues while maintaining waterproof durability.