Patent ID: 8336946
Filing Date: 2012-12-25
Classification: B60J

Abstract:
1. A tonneau cover assembly comprising: a flexible cover including a first end and a second end longitudinally spaced from the first end, wherein the first end is disposed adjacent a cab of an associated vehicle to which the tonneau cover assembly is configured to attach and the second end is disposed adjacent a tailgate of the associated vehicle; a rigid cross member connected with the cover such that the cross member moves with the cover as the cover is rolled or folded toward the first end; and a tensioning mechanism connected with the cross member such that the tensioning mechanism moves along with the cover as the cover is rolled or folded toward the first end, the tensioning mechanism including an adjustable rigid member configured to cooperate with a vehicle body of the associated vehicle to retain the cover against the vehicle body, wherein the adjustable rigid member is movable with respect to the cross member to apply tension to the cover.