Japanese toy maker Takara Tomy has developed the ‘ene Bio Engine car,’ a radio controlled toy car powered by sugary liquids. The ene Bio Engine car runs on Sony’s sugar fueled Bio-Battery, says Inhabitots, which can be powered using different sugary liquids including juice and soda.
The speed and running time of the ene Bio Engine car, however, depends on the drink you use—the more sugar-filled the drink, the more power the car gets. Understandably, this would probably be confusing to children (is sustainable living more important than a healthy diet?).
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Bio-battery Technology
- The development of sugar-fueled batteries opens opportunities for sustainable power sources in various industries.
- Alternative Energy Toys
- The creation of toy cars powered by sugary liquids showcases the potential for alternative energy sources in the toy industry.
- Customizable Power Options
- The ability to power the toy car with different sugary liquids demonstrates a trend towards customizable power options in consumer products.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Toy Industry
- The integration of sustainable energy sources in toy products presents a disruptive innovation opportunity.
- Battery Industry
- The development of sugar-fueled batteries for small-scale applications opens up new markets and possibilities in the battery industry.
- Beverage Industry
- The use of sugary liquids to power devices creates a potential partnership opportunity between the beverage industry and consumer electronics.
