# Amoeba-Like Cars Peugot Design Contest Entrant Looks Like A Roller Massager By Going Like Sixty | Published 2009-04-29 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amoeba-like-concept-car-designer-loves-roller-massager References: [wesleysaikawa](http://www.wesleysaikawa.com/) This car design was certainly inspired by the roller massager from Ronco. The [concept car](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecollection) by Wesley Saikawa won second place in the Peugot Design Contest, so I should probably knock off the jokes about it being a knock off of an infomercial product. Saikawa certainly is entitled to his inspirations, and if the Peugot Design Contest judges don’t know a car from a muscle relaxer, then that’s not my problem. **Implications** - With so many new advancements taking place each day, consumers are only attracted to the most modern designs. Products that feature a [contemporary aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/r17-restomod) are appealing to those who want to stay on the cutting edge with all of their purchases. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Contemporary Aesthetic Designs:** Opportunity for companies to create products with a modern aesthetic to attract consumers who want to stay on the cutting edge. - **Inspirations From Unconventional Sources:** Companies can explore designs inspired by unconventional sources to create unique and innovative products. - **Recognition of Design Innovation:** Design contests and competitions provide opportunities for recognition and exposure for innovative designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** Opportunity for car manufacturers to create innovative and visually appealing designs. - **Consumer Electronics:** Companies can design modern and stylish electronics products to cater to consumers' desire for contemporary aesthetics. - **Design Competitions:** Opportunity for design firms and individual designers to showcase their innovative ideas and gain recognition in the industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Turtle-Inspired Sleek Automobiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-imobility.md) - [Game-Inspired Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inception-ev.md) - [Semi-Transparent Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renault-twingo-concept.md) - [Contoured Limousine-Like Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saab-aerostream.md) - [Industrial Design-Inspired Micro EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citroen.md) - [Outdoor-Focused Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manifesto-concept-car.md) - [Sculptural Spatial City Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-numa-concept.md) - [Dynamic Silhouette Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-dresscode-concept.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Vehicle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mg-maze.md)