Filed on April 3, 2024, and published on October 9, 2025, the patent outlines a system that integrates magnets into vehicle doors for multiple functions. One proposed use is reducing vibration and wind noise, with magnets automatically engaging at certain speeds to help hold the door more firmly in place during high-speed driving or strong crosswinds.
The magnetic system could also play a role in vehicle security. According to the patent, the magnets may engage when the vehicle is locked, making it more difficult for doors to be forced open. This would add an additional layer of resistance alongside traditional mechanical locks.
This idea builds on earlier Ford patents that explored magnetic technology in other areas, including a magnetic pickup bed for securing tools and cargo, as well as powered doors that automatically open or close based on driver proximity. By combining these concepts, Ford appears to be investigating how magnets could support both convenience and protection.
While magnets are nothing new, using them dynamically inside vehicle doors is a novel approach that could offer benefits without adding significant mechanical complexity. The concept highlights how Ford continues to look for simple, elegant solutions to everyday driving challenges.
As always, Ford notes that patent filings are part of its research and development process and do not guarantee future production features. Still, the idea provides another glimpse into how the company is rethinking vehicle design through creative engineering.
