# Multi-Functional Support Auto tools that are multipurpose provide reassurance for car owners. By [Hayley McGlone](https://www.trendhunter.com/hayley_mcglone), Manager, Client Research & Strategy | Published Feb 21, 2019 | Category: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/auto-and-motor-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/multifunctional-support ## Key Figures - Trend score: 6.2/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Multi-Functional Support trend? **Multi-Functional Support:** The incorporation of multiple features within auto tools—including everything from changing a tire to clearing ice—is ideal for novice owners who are unsure of which tools they will need regular access to. ## The consumer insight behind the Multi-Functional Support trend The accessibility of the Internet has empowered consumers to more proactively self-educate. As a result, more consumers are open to "DIY" solutions to a variety of common problems and are seeking multi-functional tools that cater their eagerness to complete potentially unfamiliar tasks independently. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Mar 28, 2017 to Jan 23, 2019 - Published: Feb 21, 2019 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Multi-Functional Support trend ### Multipurpose Auto Tools As consumers seek more 'DIY' solutions and are more open to self-educate, manufacturers are designing tools that have multiple features to cater to novice owners. ### All-In-One Auto Tools Manufacturers are designing tools that have all-in-one functionalities to make the process of tire-changing and emergency situations easier for car-owners. ### Electric Auto Tools As technology advances, the development of electric auto tools with rechargeable batteries can offer greater convenience to consumers and increase demand for eco-friendly alternatives. ## What the Multi-Functional Support trend means for industry ### For Automotive Industry Auto manufacturers and retailers can leverage these trends to develop auto tools that cater to changing consumer needs and pain-points such as the emergency scenarios and tire-changing. ### For Consumer Electronics Industry The electric auto tool trend can create opportunities for consumer electronics manufacturers to expand their offerings and develop products that cater to the needs of eco-friendly and tech-savvy consumers. ### For Retail Industry These trends offer retailers the opportunity to expand their offerings in the auto tools category while providing customers with the convenience of multipurpose and all-in-one tools that cater to emergency situations. ## Workshop question Consider how your brand could leverage a multipurpose product or service to better enable your consumer. ## Trend signals for Multi-Functional Support Trend score 6.2 out of 10, from popularity 89%, activity 89%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 89% - Activity: 89% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Multi-Functional Support trend 4 featured examples from Mar 28, 2017 to Jan 23, 2019. - [Assisting Multi-Functional Car Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multipurpose-tool): The TRILIGHT is a Multipurpose Tool with Seven Features (Category: Autos) Implication: Opportunity for companies to develop innovative car accessories that offer multiple functions and enhanced convenience. - [Five-in-One Auto Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rescue-tool): The 'Spare Me' Automobile Rescue Tool Gets You Out of Tough Scenarios (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry can explore integrating multi-functional tools into their products, providing added convenience and safety features. - [Vehicular Emergency Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/escape-tool): The INGEAR 'AutoXscape' 3-in-1 Escape Tool is a Vehicle Must-Have (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry can explore opportunities to incorporate emergency multitools like the INGEAR 'AutoXscape' as standard features in vehicles, enhancing safety measures for… - [All-in-One Tire-Changing Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-tool): The 'AutoAuto' Car Tool Alleviates the Stress of Changing Tires (Category: Autos) Implication: Automobile manufacturers can design and incorporate all-in-one and automated car tools as part of their vehicles for consumer convenience. ## 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) - [Electric Luxury Grand Tourers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-price-ev-sedans) All articles: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos)