# Autonomobiles Self-driving vehicles provide drivers with extreme convenience. By [Armida Ascano](https://www.trendhunter.com/Armida), Chief Insights Officer | Published Feb 28, 2011 | Category: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/auto-and-motor-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/self-driving-vehicles ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.1/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Autonomobiles trend? **Autonomobiles:** Autonomous automobiles are quickly becoming a reality, with variations on the self-driving car being conceptualized by designers at an alarming rate. As consumers continue to place more emphasis on convenience in their purchasing decisions, the rapid development of driver-less vehicles may just coincide with a just-as-rapid demand. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Jun 8, 2010 to Feb 23, 2011 - Published: Feb 28, 2011 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Autonomobiles trend ### Self-driving Vehicles Rapid development of autonomous automobiles due to consumers placing more emphasis on convenience in their purchasing decisions. ### Electric-powered Vehicles Growing trend of designing cars that are emission-free and have features like recreational facilities. ### Thought-controlled Cars Increasing research and development for technology that can be used to drive a car using only one's thoughts. ## What the Autonomobiles trend means for industry ### For Transportation Industry Self-driving and electric-powered cars are disrupting the traditional transportation industry. ### For Automotive Industry Automakers are increasingly designing next-gen countryside vehicles, thought-controlled cars, and self-driving sedans. ### For Law Enforcement Industry Driverless cop cars like Scarab are disrupting the traditional police chase industry by employing an emission-free and lightweight vehicle that may lower the number of casualties in chases. ## Trend signals for Autonomobiles Trend score 4.1 out of 10, from popularity 53%, activity 62%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 53% - Activity: 62% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Autonomobiles trend 6 featured examples from Jun 8, 2010 to Feb 23, 2011. - [Urban Pod Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gm-en-v): The GM EN-V Goes from Concept to Reality (UPDATE) (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry can explore the development of autonomous pod cars like the GM EN-V to meet the evolving needs of urban transportation. - [Thought-Controlled Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomos-braindriver): The AutoNOMOS BrainDriver Lets You Control a Car Using Only Your Mind (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry is positioned to benefit significantly from brain-controlled cars and related neurotechnology disruptions. - [Driverless Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomi): Autonomi is a Car Specially Designed For China (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry can explore disruptive innovations by further developing driverless cars, integrating smart mobility features, and leveraging electric hub motors, as seen… - [Next-Gen Countryside Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-space): This My Space Auto is Designed for Teens Residing in the Country (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry can capitalize on disruptive opportunities to meet the specific needs of rural audiences, providing customization, autonomy, and sustainability functions l… - [Egg-Shaped Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eos-triton): The One-Wheeled Eos Triton by Priyanka Martin is a Cocoon Commuter Car (Category: Autos) Implication: The transportation industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities through the implementation of self-driving vehicles and the integration of advanced technologies for mo… - [Driverless Cop Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scarab): Scarab is Designed for Pursuing Bad Boys (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry can explore developing driverless cop cars with advanced chase capabilities and safety features. ## Recent trend clusters - [Luxury Electrification](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/luxury-electrification) (Autos) - [Racing Homage](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/racing-homage) (Autos) - [Sugar Moderation](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sugar-moderation) (Lifestyle) - [Effortless Rounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/golf-training-devices) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Autos - [French Retro City Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-retro-city-cars) - [Extended-Range Electric Beach Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extended-range-electric-beach-cars) - [Roomier Budget Electric Hatchbacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roomier-budget-electric-hatchbacks) - [Reconfigurable Adventure Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-adventure-vans) All articles: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos)