Ford Patents Cool Integrated Bike Rack For The Mustang
Combine your two-wheeled transport with your four-wheeled fun machine.
Interesting people tend to drive Mustangs — interesting people with interesting and varied hobbies. And as much as we love our Mustangs, sometimes they’re a less than practical choice for daily use.
Ford intends to change that – for bicyclists, at least – with a new system they’ve patented. It’s a fully integrated bike rack that foregoes the typical unsightly and inconvenient trailer hitch, replacing it with a system that stows inside the car’s body when not in use.
The system appears to work like a normal hitch-mounted rack. It slides out from what we can only assume is an access panel in the rear bumper, and viola — bike rack! The patent drawing shows two full-size bicycles mounted up, so you can bring a friend. We personally dislike the look of trailer hitches on sports cars. Apparently Ford does too, and theirs could be a solid solution that adds utility without taking away from your Mustang’s looks.
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Aside from cyclists, it’s also potentially a great option for people who work in metropolitan areas or visit them frequently. City parking can be a real disaster; your Mustang could get ticketed, towed, damaged, or stolen. Park your Mustang in the ‘burbs (or convenient parking garage) and ride around to your heart’s content.
That’s to say nothing of the other potential uses for this rack. It could house a folding platform to carry excess luggage for long trips. It could also be a great way to carry a wheelchair or a mobility scooter, allowing people who’ve never had the chance to finally own their dream car.
We’re still a long way away from seeing this feature on a production car, but it’s fun to think of the possibilities. We hope it makes it to production Mustangs soon!
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