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Clamshell Cars (UPDATE)

This 200-MPH Killer ‘Hawk' is a Screamer

— December 13, 2008 — Autos
What do you call a three-wheeler that only holds one passenger? Alex Hodge, the 22-year-old New Zealand designer of the car in this gallery, calls it the Hawk. It has a Honda V-twin 999cc engine that will deliver 120 horsepower, giving the Hawk a potential top speed of over 200 miles per hour. Yeah, we need this. Huge 19-inch wheels give the machine a super-imposing stance.

Implications - One of the best ways a product can attract attention is by transforming a conventional product into something out of the ordinary. By repacking a recognizable commodity into something unfamiliar, a company can draw interest for its inventiveness and ability to avoid complacency.
Trend Themes
1. Three-wheeler Vehicles - The trend of producing three-wheeler vehicles can have disruptive innovation opportunities in the automotive industry as a compact and efficient alternative to traditional cars.
2. High-speed Engines - The trend of using high-speed engines, such as the Honda V-twin 999cc engine used in the Hawk, can have disruptive innovation opportunities in the automotive industry by providing more powerful, efficient, and sustainable engines for various types of vehicles.
3. Design Innovation - The trend of design innovation in the automotive industry can have disruptive innovation opportunities by transforming conventional vehicles into something unique and extraordinary, attracting attention and increasing brand awareness.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - The automotive industry can benefit from producing three-wheeler vehicles, using high-speed engines, and investing in design innovation to stay ahead of competitors and attract more customers.
2. Motorcycle Industry - The motorcycle industry can explore opportunities in producing three-wheeler vehicles, using high-speed engines, and incorporating design innovation to cater to customers who prefer a unique and unconventional riding experience.
3. Sport and Racing Industry - The sport and racing industry can benefit from using high-speed engines, such as the Honda V-twin 999cc engine, in their vehicles, improving their performance and speed, and providing a more thrilling experience for fans and customers.
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