Modular dashboard system for vehicle

A modular dashboard system comprising:

• a dashboard defining a channel extending linearly along a width of the dashboard;
• an electrical connector within the channel configured to be connected to a power source;
• a plurality of modules each configured to be slid into the channel at one or more openings defined by the channel, at least some of the plurality of modules including electrical contacts configured to cooperate with the electrical connector of the channel to power the plurality of modules;
• and
• a duct in fluid communication with both the channel and an HVAC system to transfer airflow conditioned by the HVAC system to the channel, a portion of the duct extending linearly along the channel.

A modular dashboard system comprising:

• a dashboard defining a channel extending linearly along a width of the dashboard;
• an electrical connector within the channel configured to be connected to a power source;
• a plurality of modules each configured to be slid into the channel at one or more openings defined by the channel, at least some of the plurality of modules including electrical contacts configured to cooperate with the electrical connector of the channel to power the plurality of modules;
• and
• a duct in fluid communication with both the channel and an HVAC system to transfer airflow conditioned by the HVAC system to the channel, a portion of the duct extending linearly along the channel;
• wherein:
• the channel is configured to simultaneously receive at least two of the plurality of modules;
• and
• the plurality of modules includes a vent module configured to be seated within the channel and movable between an open position and a closed position to control airflow out from within the channel.