# A DIY Automarine? Car Turned Submarine By Bianca | Published 2007-10-17 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-diy-automarine-car-turned-submarine References: [techeblog](http://www.techeblog.com/index.php/tech-gadget/video-submarine-car-goes-underwater) A group of friends have done some master handy work in converting an old beater into a seafaring submarine. The Russian men got together to convert an old Lada Niva so it can safely "dive" off the road and into a lake. [DIY car jobs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-diwheel) are gaining popularity, and it's creations by guys like these fuel the inspiration for others. They constructed their own [snorkel system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arkonik-havana-defender), took out interior and exterior accessories, and took their [amphibious homebuilt contraption](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-lx-700h) "Into, under and out of a lake's murky waters." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 92% | 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **DIY Vehicles:** There is scope of innovation in the DIY car and vehicle building industry to explore the potential of customized vehicles with specific functions like amphibious capabilities. - **Amphibious Vehicles:** There is an opportunity to disrupt the automotive industry with production of vehicles that can function in both land and water environments. - **Custom Modifications:** The trend of customizing cars for unique, functional and adventurous purposes is growing; this presents opportunities for new modifications and businesses to cater to this niche market. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive Manufacturing:** Automotive industry can explore manufacturing of specialized custom vehicles such as amphibious cars with potential for widespread consumer interest. - **Automotive Aftermarket:** The market for aftermarket car modifications and accessories is growing, and there is a need for innovative products that cater to the unique needs of the DIY vehicle building community. - **Tourism and Adventure Sports:** There is potential to disrupt the tourism and adventure sports industry with customized amphibious vehicles that offer unique and thrilling experiences to customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cabin-Transformed Vintage Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1970-volkswagen-beetle.md) - [DIY All-Terrain Tanks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allterrain-tank.md) - [Seafaring Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amphibious-caravan.md) - [Compact Luxury Submersibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hightech-submersible.md) - [E-Trike Boat Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ztriton-20.md) - [DIY Life-Size Tanks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nd-woodworking-art.md) - [Futuristic User-Centric Travel Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-volvo-space.md) - [All-Terrain Restomod Rally Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safarista.md) - [Autonomous Amphibious Vehicle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crosser-v1.md)