# Airborne Superhero Vehicles Ben Affleck’s Batman Has a Fly New Ride Literally By Michael Baxter | Published 2014-05-14 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ben-affleck References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2014/05/13/Ben-Affleck-as-Batman-with-Batmobile/) & [uproxx](http://uproxx.com/filmdrunk/2014/05/zack-snyder-tweets-picture-of-the-new-winged-batmobile-and-batfleck/) A lot has been said about Ben Affleck taking on the [Dark Knight’s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dark-knight-collection) mantle as the new Batman. Some people have panned it because well, it’s Ben Affleck, while others have heralded the idea as a genius move because of Affleck’s affinity for comic movies and Batman fandom. This new image that has surfaced shows the new Batman standing next to his heroic vehicle -- the Batmobile -- looking as intense as ever. The Batmobile has seen a lot of change throughout the life of Batman as a big screen character. From muscle car to [missile and tank](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-rezvani-tank), the car has shifted just as much as the character himself. With a new Batman on the horizon it’s about time the [new Batmobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beast-by-john-dodd) made an appearance. The new vehicle sports what look like wings to go with a smooth yet intimidating outer body. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Internet](https://www.trendhunter.com/internet) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Airborne Vehicles:** Developing vehicles with wings for enhanced mobility and versatility. - **Superhero Vehicles:** Designing vehicles inspired by superhero characters for a unique and immersive experience. - **Transforming Vehicles:** Creating vehicles that can change their shape or form to adapt to different situations. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive Industry:** Exploring the integration of advanced aerodynamic features in vehicles for improved performance and efficiency. - **Entertainment Industry:** Incorporating superhero-inspired vehicles into theme parks, movie productions, and other entertainment experiences. - **Aerospace Industry:** Utilizing innovative wing technologies from superhero vehicles to enhance aircraft design and performance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Autonomous Superhero Transportation Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wr322-ugv-batpod.md) - [Sleek Superhero Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pininfarina-b95-gotham.md) - [Modernized Superhero RC Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-wheels-rc-original-edition-batmobile.md) - [Stealthy Hero-Inspired Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batmobile-crocs.md) - [Bat-Inspired Luxury Hypercar Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-hypercar.md) - [Stealthy Fantasy-Themed Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f117-4wd-covenant.md) - [Superhero-Inspired Water Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maverick-gt-stormy-knight.md) - [Electric Superhero Vehicle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p64-lancehead.md) - [Stealth Vigilante Vehicle Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-technic-batcycle.md)