# Geektastic Minivans 2010 Brabus Mercedes-Benz Viano Lounge Has All the Tech Trimmings By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-09-26 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2010-brabus-mercedes-benz-viano-lounge References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2009/09/brabus-benz-via.php?p=9&cat=undefined#more) & [brabus](http://www.brabus.com/) As far as minivans go, the 2010 [Brabus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brabus-big-boy-1200) Mercedes-Benz Viano Lounge is a geek's dream car. This intense automobile features Wi-Fi, a [Nespresso](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vehicle-coffee-machine) machine, a 32-inch LCD screen that can be deployed on command, external cameras that link to that screen, an onboard network, surround sound from [Dolby](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vistiq-suv), and a PlayStation 3. Whew! The 2010 Brabus Mercedes-Benz Viano Lounge has all the tech trimmings you'd expect from a bachelor pad, but it's all packaged inside a van--great for bloggers who travel from conference to conference! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Tech-enabled Minivans:** Minivans are being transformed into high-tech, gadget-filled vehicles, providing an opportunity for tech companies to partner with automobile manufacturers to develop innovative features. - **Remote Working Vehicles:** As more people work from home and remotely, there is an opportunity to create vehicles that cater specifically to this demographic, including Wi-Fi, onboard networks, and other digital nomad amenities. - **Luxury Camper Vans:** The rise of glamping and luxury camping has led to increased demand for high-end camper vans with features that cater to a luxurious experience on the road. ### Where This Applies - **Automobile:** Automobile manufacturers can partner with tech companies to incorporate cutting-edge technology into their vehicles and appeal to a new target market of gadget-loving consumers. - **Tech:** Tech companies can enter into partnerships with automobile manufacturers to develop innovative technology features for the next generation of minivans and motorhomes. - **Travel and Tourism:** Luxury camper vans and high-tech minivans offer exciting new opportunities for travel and tourism companies looking to expand into the RV and camping markets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury Electric Van Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-vision-v.md) - [High-Tech Glamping Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-v-class-marco-polo.md) - [Luxurious Custom Auto Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexani-motorcars.md) - [Opulent Oversized Inaugural Motorhomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brabus-big-boy-1200.md) - [Gamer-Targeted Van Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-allo.md) - [Masterfully Modified SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modified-suv.md) - [Penthouse-Topped Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-minivan.md) - [Electric Family Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeekr-009.md) - [Ultra-Futuristic Modern Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-vision-oneeleven.md)