# Hautomobile Influence Consumer electronics take on a sedan-inspired form and function. By [Michael Hemsworth](https://www.trendhunter.com/Michael.Hemsworth), Contributing Researcher | Published Dec 4, 2013, updated Mar 26, 2014 | Category: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/auto-and-motor-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/automotronic-influence ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.9/10 - Evidence articles: 8 ## What is the Hautomobile Influence trend? **Hautomobile Influence:** Appealing to a love for one’s vehicle, consumer electronic brands are extending car pride beyond the garage with designs that resemble automobile components. As cars remain a status symbol despite economic uncertainty, automobile-inspired accessories help owners show pride and oglers obtain a tangible taste of luxury. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 8 featured examples - Articles from: Apr 30 to Nov 28, 2013 - Published: Dec 4, 2013 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism), [Authenticity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/authenticity) ## Audience - Gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Hautomobile Influence trend ### Automobile-Inspired Designs Consumer electronic brands are creating automobile-inspired designs to extend car pride beyond the garage. ### Luxury Branded Products High-end brands, such as Porsche and Maserati, collaborate with non-automotive companies to develop luxury-branded products. ### Auto-Themed Tech Accessories Auto-themed tech accessories are becoming increasingly popular, allowing car enthusiasts to express their love for vehicles in unique ways. ## What the Hautomobile Influence trend means for industry ### For Consumer Electronics Consumer electronic brands are incorporating automobile-inspired designs into their products to cater to car enthusiasts. ### For Luxury Goods Luxury car companies are collaborating with non-automotive companies to expand their product offerings and increase brand recognition across industries. ### For Automotive Accessories Auto-themed tech accessories are becoming a popular niche market for consumers who want to express their love for vehicles in unique ways. ## Trend signals for Hautomobile Influence Trend score 3.9 out of 10, from popularity 49%, activity 61%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 49% - Activity: 61% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Hautomobile Influence trend 8 featured examples from Apr 30 to Nov 28, 2013. - [Auto-Inspired Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-mens-watches): URWERK's UR-110PTH Signals When to Change the Oil (Category: Fashion) Implication: Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Incorporating automotive-inspired design elements and functionalities into high-end watches, catering to enthusiasts and collectors. - [Car Grille Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-concept-projector): The Audi Concept Projector Assumes the Streamlined and Flashy Face of a Vehicle (Category: Autos) Implication: Automakers can explore new revenue streams by licensing their design elements to other industries such as electronics. - [Side View Beat Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirror-boombox): The Mirror Boombox is Designed to Look Like a Piece of the Mini Cooper (Category: Autos) Implication: Companies can create a range of innovative audio products that appeal to consumers in search of unique designs and features. - [Luxury Automaker Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/805-maserati-edition-speakers): The 805 Maserati Edition Speakers are for Audiophiles and Gearheads (Category: Autos) Implication: High-end car manufacturers collaborating with audio companies to offer unique sound systems to their customers. - [Car-Shaped USB Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extra-usb-ports): These Extra USB Ports Can Seat Passenger-Shaped Flash Drives (Category: Tech) Implication: Creating fun and unique tech accessories like car-shaped USB hubs and person-shaped USB drives can attract a younger and more expressive tech-savvy audience who crave different ty… - [Car Part Chronometers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-911-tabletop-clock): The Porsche 911 Tabletop Clock Looks Like it was Snatched from the Dashboard (Category: Autos) Implication: The home decor industry can leverage the trend of dashboard-inspired clocks to disrupt the market by offering unique, automotive-inspired timepieces. - [Stylish Small Car Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipod-docking-station): This MINI Cooper iPod Docking Station Will Charge Your Device as it Plays (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The automotive accessories industry can harness the trend of stylish small car docking stations to meet the demand for convenient, integrated entertainment solutions in vehicles. - [Car-Inspired Tress Tamers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lauto-hair-dryer): The L-Auto Hair Dryer Mimics a Vehicle Through Mechanics and Aesthetics (Category: Autos) Implication: Haircare industry can explore new opportunities to create automotive-inspired hair appliances. ## Recent trend clusters - [Racing Homage](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/racing-homage) (Autos) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Autos - 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