FNR Concepts 2 and 3 were futuristic concepts that showcase cutting-edge technology.
General Motors used Chevrolet FNR to name a pair concept that were first presented in China. GM applied for a renewal of its FNR moniker with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The applications were first discovered by the GM Authority.
GM applied to renew “FNR” And “Chevrolet FNR” October 8, 2008. The status of both applications is “New Application Processing” as of October 17. The trademarks were originally filed by the company in April 2015. Five extensions have been granted to them each since then. According to government paperwork, GM’s hold over the names was lifted on Saturday, October 6th and the automaker applied again for trademarks the following week.
Original FNR Auto Shanghai 2015 saw the debut of the Find New Roads concept (above). This futuristic coupe imagined an autonomous electric vehicle of the future. Chevy followed up at Auto Shanghai 2017 with Below is the FNRX . This crossover was more realistic in appearance and featured next-gen aerodynamic tech. It included active front and rear spoilers and movable side skirts. Wheel blades that close at highway speeds to reduce drag.
The renewal of the trademark suggests that GM may still use the FNR moniker for future concepts. The concept of “Find New Roads”, which can be used on any vehicle type, is sufficiently vague to make it useful for automakers to have the name in their back pockets.
Technically, the USPTO still has not granted renewed FNR trademarks for GM. It’s difficult to imagine another company disputing The General using the name, even though they have the rights since 2015.