# Sun-Loving Subcompacts The BASF Smart ForVision Will Make the Most of Renewable Power By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-09-06 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basf-smart-fortwo References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/smart-forvision-concept-car/19694/) & [smartaustralia.au](http://www.smartaustralia.com.au/) Drivers are dreaming of the day when fuel prices drop, but a much more sustainable fantasy is one that involves the [BASF](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emissions-control) Smart ForVision. The [compact concept car](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-xcompact) is the product of a collaboration between a chemical developer and the automotive manufacturer, aiming to increase the efficiency, eco-friendliness and luxury of the urban auto. One of the greatest features that this [electric vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-ftme) boasts is the honeycomb transparent roof. The hexagonal perforations act as a sunroof, but they have also been outfitted with see-through solar panels. The energy that the top of the conveyance collects from the rays above is used to power the entertainment system and the fans inside the BASF Smart ForVision, keeping it cool even when the ignition is off. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Electric Vehicles:** The BASF Smart ForVision showcases the potential of electric vehicles with innovative features like a transparent roof with solar panels. - **Renewable Energy:** The integration of see-through solar panels into the BASF Smart ForVision demonstrates the growing trend of using renewable energy sources in automotive design. - **Sustainable Transportation:** The BASF Smart ForVision represents a shift towards more sustainable transportation options by combining eco-friendliness with luxury and efficiency. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** The collaboration between a chemical developer and an automotive manufacturer in creating the BASF Smart ForVision showcases the potential for innovation and disruption in the automotive industry. - **Renewable Energy:** The integration of solar panels in the BASF Smart ForVision presents opportunities for advancements in renewable energy applications in the automotive industry. - **Entertainment Technology:** The use of solar power to operate the entertainment system in the BASF Smart ForVision opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in the entertainment technology industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solar-Powered Autonomous Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar-cladrus.md) - [Solar-Powered City Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/city-cars.md) - [Sleek Solar-Powered SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humble-one-suv.md) - [Solar-Powered Autonomous Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-vehicle-concept.md) - [Adaptive Interior EV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renault-scenic-etech-electric.md) - [Petite Solar-Powered EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-ev.md) - [Solar-Powered Cargo Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-electric-van.md) - [Transforming Commuter Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-vista-roadster.md) - [Solar-Powered Sleek Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-solaris.md)