Industry: Transport

JEEP owner unsuccessful in opposition against JEIP321 in Class 12

The JPO concluded that, even though JEEP was famous in relation to four-wheel-drive vehicles, the relevant consumers would not associate goods bearing the mark JEIP321 with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles.

24 October 2023

PETRONAS named most valuable ASEAN brand, but banking industry steals the show

Brand Finance’s first ASEAN rankings reveal the most valuable brands in the region.

18 October 2023

EUIPO: third-party second-hand sale of Testarossa automobiles does not constitute genuine trademark use

Ferrari SpA has been dealt a major blow in these long-running cancellation proceedings, with the Fifth Board of Appeal of the EUIPO cancelling the mark TESTAROSSA for “automobiles”.

06 October 2023

How Porsche is forging its own path, with sustainability key to its strategy

A year after it was placed on the stock exchange, Porsche promises to stay “one step ahead” of the luxury motor market by strengthening its position in software and battery technology, and focusing on sustainability.

03 October 2023

Volkswagen successful on appeal in VOLKSWERKSTATT dispute

The court notably found that the services in Classes 37 and 39 covered by the VOLKSWERKSTATT mark were similar to the Class 12 goods covered by Volkswagen’s mark.

21 September 2023

Why sound marks could unlock new branding opportunities for electric vehicles

A rejected Porsche mark hints to alternative trademark routes for electric vehicle brands.

18 September 2023

District court rules in favour of Tesla against second-hand car dealer

The court paid particular attention to the circumstances indicating the defendant’s bad faith.

13 September 2023

EUIPO refuses to register Porsche’s sound mark

In a blow to German car manufacturer Porsche, the EUIPO has found that an electronic sound sequence representing the rapid acceleration of an engine was not registrable as a sound mark.

07 September 2023

Delhi High Court highlights key requirements for awarding trademarks with well-known status and protection

A high-profile dispute between a popular airline and the registrar of trademarks clarifies the steps needed to secure a place on India’s prized List of Well-Known Trademarks.

20 July 2023

1,000 filings, chasing counterfeits and fighting cybersquatters: Grab superapp gets tough on enforcement

Head of intellectual property and technology Angeline Lee discusses the company’s brand protection strategy as its trademark portfolio passes the 1,000 mark.

06 October 2022

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