Category
Autos
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Trend cluster
Category
3D-Printed
Component
Automotive brands leverage 3D-printing for efficiency and quality.
4.9
Trend score
Trend
What is the 3D-Printed Component trend?
3D-Printed Component: Brands in the automotive industry are incorporating 3D-printing into the manufacturing process of car parts due to it being highly cost-effective, limiting waste created during manufacturing. The incorporation of 3D-printing technology into the manufacturing process highlights how brands are looking to reduce their ecological impact.
Insight
The consumer insight behind the 3D-Printed Component trend
As more consumers become more knowledgable about the impact of their consumption on climate change, their willingness and trust in novel solutions that reduce ecological impact increases in many cases as well. This is true even with some of the most expensive and high-stakes products that they purchase, highlighting a general openness to creative solutions to help reduce any negative impact.
Trend themes
Themes within the 3D-Printed Component trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
3D Printing in Automotive Manufacturing
Brands in the automotive industry are incorporating 3D-printing into the manufacturing process of car parts to create highly customizable, lightweight components and improve efficiency.
02
Sustainability and Eco-Friendliness
Brands are looking to reduce their ecological impact by incorporating 3D printing and other innovative solutions into their products and manufacturing processes.
03
Emerging Technologies in Automotive Manufacturing
Automakers are leveraging technologies such as 3D printing, AR, VR, robotics and digital manufacturing to streamline production processes and create cutting-edge products.
Industry implications
What the 3D-Printed Component trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Automotive Manufacturing
Automakers can leverage 3D printing to create highly customizable, lightweight components and streamline production processes.
For
Sustainable Manufacturing
Companies in various industries can incorporate 3D printing and other innovative solutions to reduce their ecological impact and improve efficiency.
For
Emerging Technologies
Industries across the board can leverage emerging technologies such as 3D printing, AR, VR, robotics and digital manufacturing to streamline production processes and create cutting-edge products.
Workshop question
Consider how your brand could leverage innovative technologies to be more environmentally-conscious.
Trend signals
Trend signals for 3D-Printed Component
Trend score 4.9 out of 10, from popularity 69%, activity 69%, freshness 8%.
Popularity69%
Activity69%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
Evidence
Examples of the 3D-Printed Component trend
5 featured examples from Dec 27, 2017 to Dec 10, 2018CategoryAutos
3D-Printed Automotive Accessories
'MINI Yours Customised' Lets Consumers Personalize Their Vehicle
Automakers and suppliers can leverage 3D-printing and laser etching technology to create personalized and one-of-a-kind automotive accessories.
CategoryAutos
3D-Printed Automotive Interiors
The Genesis Essentia Concept Showcases a Dynamic Printed Interior
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate 3D printing into the manufacturing process to streamline production and reduce costs.
CategoryAutos
Lightweight 3D-Printed Rims
The HRE3D+ 3D-Printed Titanium Wheels are Strong and Efficient
The HRE3D+ 3D-printed titanium wheels highlight trends in lightweight materials and 3D printing that could disrupt the automotive industry.
CategoryAutos
3D-Printed EV Parts
General Motors and Autodesk Inc Will Use 3D Printing for Electric Batteries
The partnership between General Motors and Autodesk Inc demonstrates the disruptive innovation opportunities in the automotive manufacturing industry by incorporating 3D printing…
CategoryAutos
3D-Printed Automotive Brakes
The Shelby GT500 Will Use 3D Printing for Commercial Purposes
The automotive manufacturing industry can leverage 3D printing technology to revolutionize their production processes with increased efficiency, lower costs, and improved product…
