Mobile Toilet for Car Use

Mobile toilets for car use typically refer to portable folding toilets and other toilet equipment suitable for in-car scenarios. Some car companies have also explored integrated designs, which are significantly different from conventional mobile toilets.

Portable Folding Toilet Type

These products are a common form of mobile toilets for cars, such as folding in-car toilets and emergency toilets for outdoor camping. Most of them are designed to be portable, with folding and storage functions. When not in use, they can be folded up to save space in the car. In terms of materials, most are made of plastic, which is lightweight and easy to carry and move. Some products adopt an integrated lid structure, which can effectively prevent the emission of odors and serve as an odor-proof function. This type of mobile toilet is suitable for various scenarios. For example, during self-driving tours, when a suitable toilet location cannot be found in the wild, it can be used; during highway traffic jams, it can also solve the problem of going to the toilet.

Exploration of Integrated Design by Car Companies

Some car companies have explored integrated designs for in-car mobile toilets. For example, Ji Shi Auto placed the toilet in the central island storage box area. This design cleverly utilizes the in-car space. When not in use, the toilet can be hidden in the storage box without affecting the overall aesthetics and normal use of the car. Seres has also applied for a patent related to in-car toilets, proposing a plan to hide the toilet under the seat. This is also to achieve the integration of toilet functions within the limited in-car space while ensuring that the vehicle's appearance and internal layout are not greatly affected. However, such integrated in-car toilets have not yet been widely popularized and applied.

Differences from Conventional Mobile Toilets

Conventional mobile toilets usually refer to portable public facilities suitable for places such as stations and construction sites. They are composed of fecal storage tanks, sanitary ware, etc., and have a relatively complex structure. They can be classified into single or composite structures according to their structure and into lifting or powered types according to their movement method. In contrast, mobile toilets for car use are mainly to meet the toilet needs of individuals in in-car or car-related scenarios, with a greater emphasis on portability and space utilization. They are significantly different from conventional mobile toilets in terms of functional positioning, usage scenarios, and structural design.