Ideas
Explore the world's #1 largest database of ideas and innovations, with 459,692 inspiring examples.
Trend Reports
Discover why 1,236 brands rely on our AI-powered Trend Reports to get better, faster insights.
Newsletter
Join 321,366 subscribers who rely on our weekly newsletter to keep up with need-to-know trends and insights.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Consumer Insights
Uncover major shifts and emerging opportunities with our exclusive PRO research.
Trend Reports
Discover why 1,236 brands rely on our AI-powered Trend Reports to get better, faster insights.
Newsletter
Join 321,366 subscribers who rely on our weekly newsletter to keep up with need-to-know trends and insights.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Advisory & Services
Accelerate innovation and ignite disruptive thinking with our award-winning programs and research.
Trend Reports
Get fast, customized trend reports, presentations and deep dives 20x faster than traditional research.
Plans
Get started today with a free consultation, our self-serve tools, or a dedicated program.
Articles & Magazine
Get inspired with our 4,208 innovation strategy articles, keynote, videos and innovation tools.
Innovation Awards
Trend Hunter’s Innovation Strategy Awards recognize the best innovation tactics gathered from our interviews with some of the world's most notable business leaders, authors and change makers.
Advisory & Services
Accelerate innovation and ignite disruptive thinking with our award-winning programs and research.
Innovation Assessment
Enhance your innovation potential with a deeper understanding of your unique innovation archetype and how your organization benchmarks.
FuturistU
Prepare for the years ahead with 100+ lessons, tactics, tools and frameworks with our full learning database.
Innovation Books
Join 20,000,000 people getting better and faster with our New York Times Bestselling books and keynote videos.
Jeremy Gutsche
Ignite your event or virtual event with our CEO, a NY Times Bestselling Author and one of the top innovation keynote speakers.
Our Team of Speakers & Virtual Presenters
Inspire your group with our most popular speakers on innovation, trends, change and futurism.
Custom Training & Events
Bring the Future Festival experience directly to your team or co-hosted custom event.
Custom Masterclasses
Join the world's leading brands who leverage our custom programs to accelerate innovation.
FuturistU 5-Day Program
Become a Futurist with our immersive 5-Day program at Future Festival World Summit.
Online eLearning
Learn the fundamentals of futurism and trends with 100+ online courses about innovation.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Contact
Get in touch to learn more, ask a question or submit a tip.
About Us
Learn more about Trend Hunter and how we accelerate innovation.
Follow-Us
Join our 3,500,000 social media followers, on the cutting edge.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
FAQ
Get answers to common questions about Trend Hunter.
Community
Stay on the cutting-edge with the help of the Trend Hunter community.
Team
Meet the team trusted by hundreds of leading businesses worldwide.
Jobs
Find opportunities to accelerate your career with the #1 Trend Firm.
News
Catch up on noteworthy Trend Hunter news and media mentions.
Join
Build a portfolio and put your trend-spotting abilities to the test.
Advertising
Supercharge your marketing by partnering with Trend Hunter.
Portfolio
Visit your public portfolio and browse your past articles.
Add a Trend
Write up an article and showcase your trend-spotting skills.
My Trends
Edit your articles and see how they stack up on the leaderboards.
Settings
Edit your profile, connect your social media accounts, and more.
Add a trend, customize your dashboard, or track topics.
Future Festival
Innovation Events
Join the world's top innovators at our in person events.
Free Webinars
Learn to innovate through chaos, navigate the new normal and maintain work culture from home.
Custom Training & Events
Bring the Future Festival experience directly to your team or co-hosted custom event.
Search our database of 459,692 cutting edge ideas.

Water-Powered Pod Cars

The HXO Uses Hydrogen and Oxygen to Generate Energy

— June 2, 2010 — Autos
Wang Yanchao and Zhang Zhizhen have designed an attractively futuristic and efficient car called the HXO.

The HXO has a special energy generating system that converts solar energy into electricity through oxygen and ionized hydrogen from water. The car's specially built wheels have storage capacity, and for more efficient and comfortable driving, the HXO is equipped with a driver's assistance system, 3D interactive navigation system and an intelligent traffic management system.

Implications - With so many harmful elements emerging each day, consumers are looking for ways to protect the planet. Products that feature a green-friendly aspect are appealing to those who want to maintain a more environmental lifestyle. Companies trying to increase their appeal could focus on this when coming out with their newest items.
Trend Themes
1. Alternative Energy Vehicles - The HXO uses a unique system that converts solar energy into electricity using hydrogen and oxygen from water, creating room for exploration in the green vehicle market.
2. Intelligent Transportation Systems - HXO comes equipped with a driver's assistance system, 3D interactive navigation system and an intelligent traffic management system, presenting opportunities for the development of innovative ITS technologies.
3. Smart Mobility Solutions - HXO's specially built wheels with storage capacity present opportunities for innovative solutions in designing electric mobility products that maximize efficiency and functionality.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - Automakers can explore the potential of green-friendly vehicles with new energy generation systems, driver assistance systems, and traffic management systems to create eco-friendly cars with unique selling points.
2. Energy Industry - The HXO's unique energy generation system has potential for application in the energy industry, particularly for exploring the use of hydrogen and oxygen as energy sources in alternative energy production methods.
3. Mobility Technology Industry - HXO's innovative features, such as its driver assistance system, 3D interactive navigation system and intelligent traffic management system, present opportunities for the development of novel smart mobility technologies with ecological considerations.
3.9
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness