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HUMMER 02 Concept

Enviro Truck Wins LA Auto Show's Design Challenge

— December 3, 2006 — Autos
This year's winner for the Los Angeles Auto Show's Design Challenge is a two-dimensional rendering of a 2015 Blue Sky Concept that concentrates on environmental sustainability called the HUMMER 02. The concept features a phototropic body shell that generates pure oxygen during the life of the vehicle. Algae-filled body panels convert carbon dioxide into pure oxygen that is later pushed out into the environment and contained by the vehicle.

Implications - The HUMMER 02 not only focuses on being eco-friendly, but also on the safety of its passengers. Frank Saucedo, who is the director of GM Advanced Design in California, explains that the concept vehicle was made specifically for people in Southern Californian outdoor enthusiasts.
Trend Themes
1. Environmental Sustainability - The HUMMER 02 concept showcases a phototropic body shell that generates pure oxygen, presenting opportunities for further developments in sustainable automotive design.
2. Carbon Sequestration - The algae-filled body panels of the HUMMER 02 convert carbon dioxide into pure oxygen, indicating potential for advancements in carbon capture technologies.
3. Safety and Outdoor Adventure - The HUMMER 02 concept vehicle caters to the needs of Southern Californian outdoor enthusiasts, demonstrating opportunities for combining safety features with outdoor recreational activities.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The HUMMER 02 concept represents a disruptive innovation in eco-friendly automotive design, paving the way for more sustainable transportation solutions.
2. Renewable Energy - The use of phototropic body shell technology in the HUMMER 02 concept opens up possibilities for integrating renewable energy sources into vehicles.
3. Outdoor Recreation - The HUMMER 02 concept's focus on safety for outdoor enthusiasts suggests potentials for innovation in outdoor adventure equipment and services.
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