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The Vortex F1 Rocks SEMA in Lime Green & Lemon Yellow

— November 7, 2010 — Autos
Washington-based Vortex Motor Company unveiled its new car, the Vortex F1, at the SEMA 2010 show. Featuring a MIG welded steel spaceframe chassis and fibreglass bodywork, the Vortex F1 has a complete, fresh-squeezed look.

Fitted with two supportive bucket racing seats, the speedster is powered by a GM-sourced 2.0 liter turbocharged engine that can produce 290 HP and 340 ft-lbs of torque. The rear wheels are driven by a six-speed manual transmission.

Implications - Businesses that offer unusual or outlandish qualities to products that typically embody a specific set of traits will benefit by standing out in the minds of consumers as distinct and unique.

Trend Themes

  1. Fresh-squeezed Sports Cars — The trend of giving a completely new and refreshing look to sports cars that stands out in the market; disruptive innovation opportunity lies in exploring new and unique materials for car bodywork.
  2. Turbocharged Engines — The trend of using GM-sourced 2.0 liter turbocharged engines in sports cars; disruptive innovation opportunity lies in creating more powerful and efficient engines.
  3. Manual Transmission Sports Cars — The trend of producing sports cars with a six-speed manual transmission system; disruptive innovation opportunity lies in developing more advanced and user-friendly manual transmission systems.

Industry Implications

  1. Automobile Manufacturing — The automobile manufacturing industry can benefit from these trends by investing in innovative products with unique features to stand out in a highly competitive market.
  2. Sports Car Customization Industry — The sports car customization industry can benefit from the trend of giving a fresh-squeezed look to sports cars by introducing more customization options to make cars appear more unique.
  3. Automobile Engine Manufacturing — The automobile engine manufacturing industry can benefit from the trend of using GM-sourced 2.0 liter turbocharged engines in sports cars by producing more efficient and powerful engines.
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