# Morphing Auto Shape-shifting vehicles cater to the idea of constant change. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Jan 28, 2014, updated Feb 3, 2014 | Category: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/auto-and-motor-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/morphing-auto ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.9/10 - Evidence articles: 7 ## What is the Morphing Auto trend? **Morphing Auto:** With consumer interest constantly shifting from one thing to another, retailers are looking to stay one step ahead by offering designs that can easily adapt and change. Transforming automobiles provide consumers with the ability to easily modify a part of their everyday life, adding diversity to their routine. This illustrates the growing consumer need for items that adapt to meet the demands of their ever-changing lives. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 7 featured examples - Articles from: Mar 12, 2013 to Apr 24, 2014 - Published: Jan 28, 2014 - Patterns: [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Morphing Auto trend ### Transforming Automobiles Changing the shape and structure of automobiles to cater to constantly shifting consumer interest. ### Autonomous Transport Vehicles Developing efficient and intelligent vehicles that can change form to transport loads of different sizes in various circumstances. ### Convertible Bikes and Motorcycles Making bikes convertible to suit the rider's preferences and to boost the urban mode of transportation. ## What the Morphing Auto trend means for industry ### For Automotive Industry The automotive industry can explore changing the shape and structure of automobiles to adapt to the changing consumer interest and foster customer loyalty. ### For Transportation Industry The transportation industry can benefit from the autonomous transport vehicles by improving shipment delivery and making it more efficient and economical. ### For Motorcycle Manufacturing Industry The motorcycle manufacturing industry can benefit from exploring the capabilities of convertible bikes and motorcycles to cater to different markets and preferences. ## Trend signals for Morphing Auto Trend score 5.9 out of 10, from popularity 82%, activity 89%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 82% - Activity: 89% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Morphing Auto trend 7 featured examples from Mar 12, 2013 to Apr 24, 2014. - [Rotating Tire Automobiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duality-concept-car): The Duality Concept Car Evolves for Two Different Driving Conditions (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry can explore the development of rotating tire systems and dual-faced vehicles. - [Flatpack Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/here-car): The HERE Car Compresses for Compact Parking at Home and Out (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry can explore opportunities to develop compact, versatile vehicles like the HERE Car to address urban parking challenges. - [Cutting-Edge Transforming Subcompacts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mono-ev): The MONO EV Evolves Automatically to Meet Street Conditions (Category: Autos) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new designs and technologies to create transforming compact cars that cater to different driving scenarios. - [Transforming Two-Wheelers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biran-motorcycle-concept): The Biran Motorcycle Concept Caters to Biking Neophytes (Category: Autos) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate electric-powered and convertible features into motorcycle designs to meet the evolving demands of consumers and contribute to the sh… - [Autonomous Transforming Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelenk): GELENK Transporter Increases the Efficiency and Economy of Shipping (Category: Autos) Implication: The shipping and logistics industry can benefit from the implementation of autonomous transforming trucks and individual and autonomous shipping containers to optimize transportat… - [Transforming Floating Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fomm-concept-one): The FOMM Concept One Electric Car Will Float to Safety in a Flood (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry is embracing the development of electric-boat hybrid vehicles and integrating safety and resilience features into their designs to meet the demand for floo… - [Transforming Russian Pod Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bravo-motors-etrike): The Bravo Motors eTrike Clears up Traffic Jams in the Motherland (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry can take advantage of electric pod cars and transformable vehicles by creating improved models that meet consumer demands. ## 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 - [French Retro City Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-retro-city-cars) - [Factory-Backed Performance Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-performance-centers) - [Flexible Luxury Motorhomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexible-luxury-motorhomes) - 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