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TTAB Finds "RAMBLER" Mark Abandoned for Autos, but Sustains 2(d) Opposition to "RAMBLER" for Autos

Pro se applicant Anthony S. Pimpo was thwarted in his attempt to register the mark RAMBLER for automobiles and parts. Although the old Nash mark has been abandoned for decades with regard to automobiles, the Board found that use of the mark on licensed goods (like key rings, calendars, and owner's manuals) beginning in 1995 provided a sufficient basis for a likelihood of confusion finding. Chrysler LLC v. Pimpo, Opposition No. 91171962 (July 30, 2008) [not precedential].Opposer's predecessor-in-interest began using the mark RAMBLER for autos in 1900, but manufacturing stopped in 1969. There was no evidence of record of any plans to resume use of the mark for automobiles.Opposer pointed to "the reintroduction of 'heritage' brands in the automotive industry, and the existence of several car enthusiast clubs dedicated to the RAMBLER automobile...continue to full post

Full post as published by The TTABlog on August 12, 2008 (boomark / email).