Automotive roof has fixed rear panel and front panel that slides through side guides

摘要

An automotive roof (1) has a fixed rear panel (4) and a sliding front panel (3) that opens to the sky. The roof further incorporates a rear mechanism that raises the front panel trailing edge above the rear roofline for ventilation. The roof further incorporates a forward swivel ventilation mechanism that raises the roof leading edge prior to opening with the aid of lateral guides.