SIMPLIFY YOUR DRIVE Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Wednesday, March 10, 2010, a trademark application was filed for SIMPLIFY YOUR DRIVE with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the SIMPLIFY YOUR DRIVE trademark a serial number of 77955816. The federal status of this trademark filing is CANCELLED - SECTION 8 as of Friday, June 8, 2018. This trademark is owned by Continental Automotive GmbH. The SIMPLIFY YOUR DRIVE trademark is filed in the Computer & Software Products & Electrical & Scientific Products, Environmental Control Instrument Products, Vehicles & Locomotive Products, Jewelry Products, Rubber Products, Ropes, Cordage & Fiber Products, and Education & Entertainment Services categories with the following description:

Apparatus for recording, transmission and reproduction of sound and images; calculating machines, data-processing equipment and computers; fire-extinguishing apparatus; ammeters; aerials; electric displays, namely, LCD displays, LED displays, OLED displays; secondary displays, namely, LCD displays, LED displays, OLED displays; front and rear seat passenger displays, namely, LCD displays, LED displays, OLED displays; speed indicators; temperature indicators; water level indicators; electronic LCD, LED, OLED and plasma display panels; distance recording apparatus; batteries, electric; audio processing equipment, namely, limiters; electricity limiters; petrol gauges; observation instruments, namely, telescopes; photo telegraphy apparatus; video telephones; compact disc players; magnetic encoders; compact discs featuring audio and video content in the field of vehicle technology; compact discs featuring audio and video in the field of entertainment and featuring information about vehicle t...

Lighting apparatus for vehicles; defrosters for vehicles; heating installations for vehicles; air conditioning systems for vehicles; heaters for defrosting vehicle windows, all the aforesaid goods for motor vehicles and other vehicles

Vehicles, namely, aircraft, vessels, land vehicles, and railbound vehicles; airbags; anti-glare devices for vehicles, namely, sun shields and sun visors; Anti-theft devices for vehicles; anti-theft alarms for vehicles; Electric vehicles, namely, electric cars, electric light trucks, electric motorcycles; vehicle seats; head-rests for vehicle seats; hoods for vehicles; crankcases for land vehicle components other than for engines; child safety seats for vehicles; housings for land vehicle components except for motors and engines, namely, metal covers used to cover automotive shock parts and transmission top covers for land vehicles; back-up warning alarms for vehicles; rear view mirrors; safety seats for children for vehicles; sun-blinds for automobiles; steering wheels for vehicles; fitted covers for vehicles; motor cars; vehicle dashboards; roof modules for vehicles, namely, roof panels, sunroofs, and roof racks; passenger compartment modules for vehicles, namely, structural parts for...

Horological and chronometric instruments; electric clocks; quartz clocks; all the aforesaid goods for motor vehicles and other vehicles

Anti-glare devices for vehicles, namely, plastic film that is tinted, laminated and reflective for use in auto windows

Canvas canopies for use with motor vehicles and other vehicles

Non-downloadable electronic publications in the nature of newspapers, magazines and books in the field of entertainment and featuring vehicle technology information for motor vehicles and other vehicles
simplify your drive

General Information


Serial Number77955816
Word MarkSIMPLIFY YOUR DRIVE
Filing DateWednesday, March 10, 2010
Status710 - CANCELLED - SECTION 8
Status DateFriday, June 8, 2018
Registration Number4047444
Registration DateTuesday, November 1, 2011
Mark Drawing3000 - Illustration: Drawing or design which also includes word(s) / letter(s) / number(s)
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, August 16, 2011

Trademark Statements


Indication of Colors claimedThe color(s) orange and black is/are claimed as a feature of the mark.
Description of MarkThe mark consists of an orange outline in the shape of a vehicle above the wording "SIMPLIFY YOUR DRIVE". The first letter of each word is orange and the rest of the wording is black. The color white represents background and/or transparent areas and is not part of the mark.
Goods and ServicesApparatus for recording, transmission and reproduction of sound and images; calculating machines, data-processing equipment and computers; fire-extinguishing apparatus; ammeters; aerials; electric displays, namely, LCD displays, LED displays, OLED displays; secondary displays, namely, LCD displays, LED displays, OLED displays; front and rear seat passenger displays, namely, LCD displays, LED displays, OLED displays; speed indicators; temperature indicators; water level indicators; electronic LCD, LED, OLED and plasma display panels; distance recording apparatus; batteries, electric; audio processing equipment, namely, limiters; electricity limiters; petrol gauges; observation instruments, namely, telescopes; photo telegraphy apparatus; video telephones; compact disc players; magnetic encoders; compact discs featuring audio and video content in the field of vehicle technology; compact discs featuring audio and video in the field of entertainment and featuring information about vehicle technology; computer operating programs recorded; computer peripheral devices; computer programs recorded on data media for connectivity via telephone and Internet and for telematics in the nature of online diagnosis; downloadable computer programs for connectivity via telephone and Internet and for telematics in the nature of online diagnosis; computer software recorded on data media for connectivity via telephone and Internet and for telematics in the nature of online diagnosis; computer programs recorded on data media, downloadable computer programs, and computer software recorded on data media for providing information about vehicle technology; computer programs recorded on data media, downloadable computer programs, and computer software recorded on data media for entertainment purposes, namely, computer game software; computer keyboards; blank magnetic data carriers; prerecorded magnetic data carriers featuring connectivity via telephone and Internet and telematics in the nature of online diagnosis; blank optical data media; prerecorded optical data media featuring connectivity via telephone and Internet and telematics in the nature of online diagnosis; prerecorded magnetic data carriers and optical data media featuring information about vehicle technology; prerecorded magnetic data carriers and optical data media featuring entertainment functionalities, namely, computer game software; computer memories; data-processing apparatus; detectors, namely, temperature, tire pressure, speed, GPS, gyroscope sensors and detectors; blank floppy disks; floppy discs for computers featuring audio and video content in the field of vehicle technology; floppy disc drives for computers; revolution counters; printers for computers; pressure sensors; automatic indicators of low pressure in vehicle tires; DVD players; electronic display boards; downloadable electronic publication in the nature of newspapers, books and magazines in the field of entertainment and featuring vehicle technology information; electronic pens for visual display units; audio-receivers and video-receivers; telemeters; distance measuring apparatus; anti-interference devices, namely, filters for radio interference suppression and conductive silicone packing for electro-magnetic interference; vehicle odometers; batteries, electric, for vehicles; steering apparatus, automatic, for vehicles; tachographs for vehicles; speed checking apparatus for vehicles, namely, speedometers and radar guns for police work; navigation apparatus for vehicles; vehicle radios; television apparatus, namely, televisions and television antennas; telephone apparatus; remote controls for televisions and radios; motion picture cameras; photographic cameras; hands-free devices for telephones; radiotelephony sets; printed circuits; altimeters; hydrometers; hygrometers; identity cards, magnetic; interfaces for computers; ducting for electric cables; magnetic cards; integrated circuit cards; cassette players; optical character readers; apparatus for regulating electric current; voltage regulators; acoustic couplers; gasoline gauges; chargers for electric batteries; laptop computers; laser pointers; luminous pointers; loudspeakers; horns for loudspeakers; cabinets for loudspeakers; connections for electric lines; electronic card readers; bar code readers; luminous signs; electric light dimmers; optical lenses; electric meters; mobile telephones; modems; computer monitors; nautical apparatus and instruments, namely, electronic chart plotters, sonar, maritime patrol radar, Temperature indicators, Fuel gauges, Pressure gauges, trim gauges, Voltmeters, Ammeters, rudder angle indicators, water testing instrumentation for monitoring and detecting contamination, Pyrometers, Synchronizers for electronically controlling gasoline engines, Tachometers, and Hour glasses; navigational instruments; inclinometers; notebook computers; ohmmeters; optical apparatus and instruments, namely, optical transmitters, optical receivers and optical transceivers; blank optical data carriers; prerecorded optical data carriers and discs featuring information about vehicle technology and entertainment content, namely, computer game software; blank optical discs; mouse pads; pagers; apparatus and instruments for physics, namely, interferometers; blank magnetic discs; prerecorded magnetic discs featuring audio and video content in the field of vehicle technology; plotters; prisms; transparency, slide, and photograph projection apparatus; projection screens; electronic publications in the nature of newspapers, books and magazines in the field of entertainment and featuring vehicle technology information recorded on computer media; radar detectors for use on vehicles; smoke detecting apparatus; video tape recorders; satellite navigational apparatus, namely, a global positioning system; scanners; switches, electric; electronic timers; mechanical timers; anti-glare computer and projection screens; electric locks; transmitters of electronic signals; radio, television, and telecommunications transmitters; luminous and mechanical signs; electronic signal transmitters; simulators for the steering and control of vehicles; blank smart cards; encoded smart cards containing programming used for connectivity via telephone and Internet and telematics in the nature of online diagnosis; encoded smart cards containing information in the field of vehicle technology and entertainment, namely, computer game software; voltmeters; voltage regulators for vehicles; memories for data processing equipment; optical mirrors; circuit breakers; tachometers; taximeters; telephone sets; thermometers, not for medical purposes; sound recording apparatus; sound transmitting apparatus; sound amplifiers; sound-reproducing apparatus; door openers, electric; electric door closers; telephone transmitters; sound transmission apparatus; monitoring apparatus, electric, namely, electronic tire pressure monitoring valves; amusement apparatus adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor; surveying apparatus, namely, level measuring machines and surveying chains; surveying instruments; video display screens; video cameras; lens hoods; water depth meters; sound reproduction apparatus; anemometers; protractors; timers; time recording apparatus; central processing units; cigar lighters for automobiles; user interfaces for electrotechnical and electronic devices that are parts of vehicles; driver assistance equipment for vehicles, namely, cruise controls for motor vehicles; digital switching systems comprised of interconnected electromechanical and solid-state power management enclosures with standard and custom keypads for user remote control, the foregoing for use on marine helms and land-based vehicle dashboards; multimedia apparatus for vehicles, namely, car televisions and satellite radios; head-up displays for vehicles, namely, electronic display interfaces for providing navigational and operational information; Parts for anti-theft automotive alarms, namely, electronic sensors, remote control transmitters and receivers for remotely operating land vehicles; Vehicle tracking devices comprised of cellular radio modules, computer software and computer hardware, sensors, transmitters, receivers and global positioning satellite receivers, all for use in connection with vehicle tracking, vehicle monitoring and anti-theft vehicle alarms; vehicle control systems composed of electronic control panels, computer hardware and software to enable the user to select from different vehicle operating modes for the vehicle and to perform the selected operating mode for the vehicle; vehicle control systems composed of electronic control panels, computer hardware and software to enable vehicle users to personalize vehicle features by user, all the aforesaid goods for motor vehicles and other vehicles
Goods and ServicesLighting apparatus for vehicles; defrosters for vehicles; heating installations for vehicles; air conditioning systems for vehicles; heaters for defrosting vehicle windows, all the aforesaid goods for motor vehicles and other vehicles
Goods and ServicesVehicles, namely, aircraft, vessels, land vehicles, and railbound vehicles; airbags; anti-glare devices for vehicles, namely, sun shields and sun visors; Anti-theft devices for vehicles; anti-theft alarms for vehicles; Electric vehicles, namely, electric cars, electric light trucks, electric motorcycles; vehicle seats; head-rests for vehicle seats; hoods for vehicles; crankcases for land vehicle components other than for engines; child safety seats for vehicles; housings for land vehicle components except for motors and engines, namely, metal covers used to cover automotive shock parts and transmission top covers for land vehicles; back-up warning alarms for vehicles; rear view mirrors; safety seats for children for vehicles; sun-blinds for automobiles; steering wheels for vehicles; fitted covers for vehicles; motor cars; vehicle dashboards; roof modules for vehicles, namely, roof panels, sunroofs, and roof racks; passenger compartment modules for vehicles, namely, structural parts for automobiles; structural parts for automobiles, namely, center consoles for vehicles, all the aforesaid goods for motor vehicles and other vehicles
Goods and ServicesHorological and chronometric instruments; electric clocks; quartz clocks; all the aforesaid goods for motor vehicles and other vehicles
Goods and ServicesAnti-glare devices for vehicles, namely, plastic film that is tinted, laminated and reflective for use in auto windows
Goods and ServicesCanvas canopies for use with motor vehicles and other vehicles
Goods and ServicesNon-downloadable electronic publications in the nature of newspapers, magazines and books in the field of entertainment and featuring vehicle technology information for motor vehicles and other vehicles

Classification Information


International Class009 - Scientific, nautical, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, checking (supervision), life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments; apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling electricity; apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound or images; magnetic data carriers, recording discs; automatic vending machines and mechanisms for coin operated apparatus; cash registers, calculating machines, data processing equipment and computers; fire extinguishing apparatus.
US Class Codes021, 023, 026, 036, 038
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, June 8, 2018
Primary Code009
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class011 - Apparatus for lighting, heating, steam generating, cooking, refrigerating, drying, ventilating, water supply, and sanitary purposes.
US Class Codes013, 021, 023, 031, 034
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, June 8, 2018
Primary Code011
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class012 - Vehicles; apparatus for locomotion by land, air, or water.
US Class Codes019, 021, 023, 031, 035, 044
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, June 8, 2018
Primary Code012
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class014 - Precious metals and their alloys and goods in precious metals or coated therewith, not included in other classes; jewelry, precious stones; horological and chronometric instruments.
US Class Codes002, 027, 028, 050
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, June 8, 2018
Primary Code014
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class017 - Rubber, gutta-percha, gum, asbestos, mica and goods made from these materials and not included in other classes; plastics in extruded form for use in manufacture; packing, stopping and insulating materials; flexible pipes, not of metal.
US Class Codes001, 005, 012, 013, 035, 050
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, June 8, 2018
Primary Code017
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class022 - Ropes, string, nets, tents, awnings, tarpaulins, sails, sacks and bags (not included in other classes); padding and stuffing materials (except of rubber or plastics); raw fibrous textile materials.
US Class Codes001, 002, 007, 019, 022, 042, 050
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, June 8, 2018
Primary Code022
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class041 - Education; providing of training; entertainment; sporting and cultural activities.
US Class Codes100, 101, 107
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, June 8, 2018
Primary Code041
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

Trademark Owner History


Party NameContinental Automotive GmbH
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type99 - Other
AddressHannover 30165
DE

Party NameContinental Automotive GmbH
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type99 - Other
AddressHannover 30165
DE

Party NameContinental Automotive GmbH
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type99 - Other
AddressHannover 30165
DE

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Friday, June 8, 2018CANCELLED SEC. 8 (6-YR)
Tuesday, November 1, 2016COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (6-YR) E-MAILED
Tuesday, January 15, 2013ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Tuesday, January 15, 2013TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Tuesday, November 1, 2011REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Tuesday, August 16, 2011OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED
Tuesday, August 16, 2011PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Wednesday, July 13, 2011LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Wednesday, July 13, 2011APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Thursday, June 30, 2011TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
Thursday, June 30, 2011CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Tuesday, June 28, 2011TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Tuesday, June 28, 2011TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED
Thursday, January 6, 2011NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED
Wednesday, January 5, 2011NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN
Saturday, January 1, 2011TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
Saturday, January 1, 2011CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Saturday, January 1, 2011ASSIGNED TO LIE
Friday, December 3, 2010TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED
Thursday, June 3, 2010NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED
Thursday, June 3, 2010NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN
Wednesday, June 2, 2010ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Wednesday, March 17, 2010NOTICE OF DESIGN SEARCH CODE MAILED
Tuesday, March 16, 2010NEW APPLICATION OFFICE SUPPLIED DATA ENTERED IN TRAM
Monday, March 15, 2010TEAS VOLUNTARY AMENDMENT RECEIVED
Saturday, March 13, 2010NEW APPLICATION ENTERED IN TRAM