BACKGROUND

Field of the Invention

The present invention generally relates to vehicle holding unit. More specifically, the present invention relates to vehicle holding unit.

Background Information

Generally, vehicles are equipped with cupholders as a means by which beverage containers, e.g. beverage can, cup, bottle, can be held in place while the vehicle is in motion or otherwise. A cupholder is commonly attached to a console within the vehicle, the back side of a seat, or a predetermined location that is accessible to the vehicle's occupants. The structure of a cupholder typically includes a hole or cavity in which a beverage container can be inserted.

SUMMARY

In view of the state of the known technology, one aspect of the present disclosure is to provide a vehicle holding unit comprising a cupholder and an electronic heating unit. The cupholder has a sidewall defining a cup receiving area. The sidewall includes a heat source for providing heat to the cupholder. The electronic heating unit is integrated with the sidewall. The electronic heating unit has an electrical connector configured to be electrically connected to another electrical connector of a center console of the vehicle to power the heat source.

