In Pictures: Stellantis patents AI-powered electric tow dolly that lets any EV tow a trailer

Stellantis's patented tow dolly concept aims to give electric vehicles the muscle to move heavy loads.

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The system could let compact EVs haul trailers once reserved for gas-powered trucks.

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Stellantis says AI-driven steering and braking could make trailer towing safer for novice drivers.

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The patent describes four-wheel steer-by-wire technology that handles pulling, braking and steering.

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Regenerative braking in the dolly could help extend range rather than drain the tow vehicle's battery.

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If production follows the patent, small EVs could take on cargo duties now handled by trucks.

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The electric tow dolly would carry its own power source, reducing strain on the towing EV's battery.

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Stellantis secured US Patent No. 12,779,916 for the AI-powered tow dolly system.

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The technology could open trailer travel to owners of models like the Fiat 500e.

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