Patent ID: 6158756
Filing Date: 2000-12-12
Classification: B60R

Abstract:
A protective barrier for connecting to a vehicle that additionally provides a repositionable surface for entry or exit from said vehicle, comprising:a) a barrier shaped so as primarily to protect the partial under and outer side of said vehicle andb) a step support surface integral with said barrier suitable for use during occupant entry or exit from said vehicle andc) a connective means between said vehicle and said barrier that positions said barrier in close proximity to said vehicle's protected surfaces and also allows repositioning of said integral step support surface for use during entry or exit from said vehicle andd) a means of restoring said barrier to said close proximity position following an occupant's use of said integral step support surface for entry or exit from said vehiclewhereby said vehicle's surfaces are protected from damage due to collision or contact with or by other objects and said repositioning of said step support surface enhances entry or exit from said vehicle.