# Spacious Electric Hybrid electric vehicles cater to family usage. By [Vasiliki Marapas](https://www.trendhunter.com/Vasiliki.Marapas), Research Advisor & Writer | Published Mar 4, 2016 | Category: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/auto-and-motor-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/spacious-electric ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.6/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Spacious Electric trend? **Spacious Electric:** Moving away from the compact "supercar" model, electric vehicle manufacturers are introducing eco-friendly options with more space. These offerings are not only more accessible; they also speak to the growing levels of conscious consumption among families. Consumers today increasingly champion their values through their purchasing decisions, and this tendency extends to parents who "perform" sustainability for their children, using products and services as a way to lead by example. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Oct 10, 2015 to Sep 15, 2016 - Published: Mar 4, 2016 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Spacious Electric trend ### Eco-friendly family vehicles Offering larger, family-friendly vehicles that are eco-friendly and more accessible to conscious consumers opens up a market segment for those looking to lead by example. ### Advanced safety features Next-generation SUVs are being equipped with advanced safety features such as sensor and radar systems that help prevent collisions, creating an opportunity for innovation in the realm of vehicle safety technology. ### Plug-in hybrid technology Automakers are investing in plug-in hybrid technology that allows for electric drive power to optimize engine performance and minimize fuel consumption, creating a market segment that we can expect to grow in popularity. ## What the Spacious Electric trend means for industry ### For Automotive The automotive industry has an opportunity to develop and market larger, more eco-friendly and accessible vehicles with advanced safety features and innovative plug-in hybrid technology. ### For Technology The growing demand for advanced safety features invites technology companies to innovate and disrupt the automotive market with new sensors, radars, and telematics systems. ### For Consumer Goods As the trend for conscious consumerism grows, consumer goods companies can partner with automotive manufacturers to promote eco-friendly family-friendly vehicles that align with the values of their target consumers. ## Workshop question How could you position your brand as a means through which consumers could "perform" their ideals? ## Trend signals for Spacious Electric Trend score 4.6 out of 10, from popularity 63%, activity 67%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 63% - Activity: 67% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Spacious Electric trend 6 featured examples from Oct 10, 2015 to Sep 15, 2016. - [Visionary Crossover Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subaru-viziv-concept): The Subaru Viziv is Highly Aware Of Its Environment (Category: Autos) Implication: The innovations showcased in the Subaru Viziv concept open up possibilities for car manufacturers to develop next-generation hybrid vehicles and integrate advanced safety features. - [Energy-Efficient SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-luxury-suv): This Compact Luxury SUV Offers Plug-In Hybrid Performance (Category: Autos) Implication: Automakers who invest in energy-efficient and eco-friendly vehicles can differentiate themselves in the marketplace and increase demand for their products. - [Hybrid Optimized SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nextgeneration-suv): This Next-Generation SUV Offers Expansive Range and Dynamic Steering (Category: Autos) Implication: The development of next-generation SUVs presents an opportunity for automakers to innovate and capture the growing environmentally conscious consumer market. - [Open-Concept Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-design): The Nissan 'Experve' Conceptual Car Design is Efficient in Design (Category: Autos) Implication: There is significant potential for automotive manufacturers to invest in the development of more efficient and spacious electric vehicles to meet rising demand for environmentally… - [Hybrid Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allnew-xc90): The All-New XC90 From Volvo Offers a Healthy 300-Mile Range (Category: Autos) Implication: The release of the all-new XC90 hybrid edition presents opportunities for automakers to invest in the development and production of electric and hybrid vehicles. - [Iconic Hybrid Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-rav4-hybrid): The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Offers An Eco-Friendly Driving Experience (Category: Autos) Implication: The emergence of hybrid vehicles like the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid creates disruptive innovation opportunities in the automotive industry. ## Recent trend clusters - [Shared Shuttle](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/electric-family-van) (Autos) - [Luxury Electrification](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/luxury-electrification) (Autos) - [Format Flexing](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/workout-energy-formats) (Lifestyle) - [Package Play](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/promotional-food-packaging) (Marketing) ## Trending in Autos - [Mid-Engined Hypercar Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mid-engined-hypercar-concepts) - [Gasoline Muscle Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gasoline-muscle-sedans) - [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) All articles: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos)