Retro Phone Cars

Howard Davis's VW Beetle Mod

Howard Davis modified a 1975 Volkswagen Beetle to make it look like a large throwback phone on wheels. Originally, Davis created this phone car to promote his telephone business called Datel Communications. Recently, Davis decided to take time off his job to take his fully functional phone car on tour to different cities to “put a smile on people's faces”.

The gimmicky phone will garner some attention alright. But I don't see a windshield here. How does that work?

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Retro-styled Vehicles
Opportunity for automakers to create modern vehicles with a nostalgic design aesthetic.
Promotional Branding
Opportunity for businesses to create unique and attention-grabbing promotional vehicles.
Touring Attractions
Opportunity to create mobile attractions that travel to different cities and engage with audiences.

Where This Applies

Automotive
Innovative car modifications and designs.
Marketing and Advertising
Creative promotional strategies using customized vehicles.
Entertainment
Mobile attractions and experiences for audiences.
SCORE
4.8 out of 10
GENDER
90% Men10% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe, Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 51%
Activity 86%
Freshness 8%

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