Ford is making a special frunk that can control its temperature, which could be a great reason to buy an electric car. A frunk is like a trunk, but it’s in the front of the car where the engine usually is.
Some frunks are small, only big enough for small things like shoes or a lunch bag. But some, like the one in the Ford F-150 Lightning, are huge. They can fit things like golf clubs. But what if the frunk could also keep things warm or cold?
According to MotorAuthority, Ford filed a patent in 2022 for a climate-controlled frunk. This means it could keep things warm or cold, depending on what you put inside.
Ford also thought about how different things might need different temperatures. So, they might add dividers to separate the frunk. That way, you could keep your food cold without freezing your shoes.
This new system might work by using the car’s normal climate control system. Or, it might have its own separate system, like the one inside the car.
But remember, just because Ford filed a patent doesn’t mean this will happen. Companies file patents all the time, just in case they want to use an idea later on. So, we’ll have to wait and see if Ford’s climate-controlled frunk becomes a reality. But if it does, it could be great for cars like the F-150 Lightning and the Mustang Mach-E. They have big frunks that could be perfect for carrying groceries or tailgating supplies.
