# Futuristic Movie-Inspired Trucks Toyota Recreated the Black Pickup Truck from Back to the Future By David Ingram | Published 2015-10-22 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-pickup References: [coolmaterial](http://coolmaterial.com/rides/back-to-the-future-toyota-tacoma/) & [backtothefuture.wikia](http://backtothefuture.wikia.com/wiki/Toyota_Hilux) In honor of 'Back to the Future Day,' [Toyota](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-toyota-tundra) has recreated the iconic black pickup truck featured in the film franchise Originally drove by the character 'Marty McFly,' the original 1985 Toyota 'Hi-Lux Deluxe 4x4 Xtracab' black pickup truck has been updated for a [2016 Toyota 'Tacoma'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-f150-lobo) model. The new truck design features a number of recognizable elements from the vehicle driven by Michael J. Fox's character including a black tube roll bar, a tubular front bumper and yellow 'KC' lights. Toyota has currently released no plans for putting this particular model into production, but the truck will be available for viewing at certain locations around the country. Regardless of the truck's availability, this stunt by Toyota is an interesting mixture of marketing and fan service to the 'Back to the Future' films. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Movie-inspired Trucks:** Opportunity for automakers to create limited-edition trucks that pay homage to iconic vehicles from popular films. - **Iconic Vehicle Replicas:** Opportunity for companies to recreate and update classic vehicles from movies and TV shows for fans and collectors. - **Marketing Through Nostalgia:** Opportunity for brands to capitalize on nostalgia by creating products that evoke sentimental feelings from popular films and franchises. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** Automakers can tap into the market of movie and TV enthusiasts by creating limited-edition vehicles that replicate iconic designs. - **Collectibles:** Companies can cater to fans and collectors by recreating and updating classic vehicles from movies and TV shows. - **Entertainment:** Brands can leverage nostalgia marketing by partnering with popular film franchises to create unique products that resonate with fans. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comfortable Performance Pickup Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-toyota-tundra.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-rav4-dark-side-performance-concept.md) - [Shock-Absorbing Seat Pickup Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-toyota-tacoma.md) - [80s-Inspired Surfer Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-4runner-trd-surf-concept.md) - [Hydrogen-Powered Pickup Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-hilux.md) - [Retro Off-Road Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-concept.md) - [Car-Branded Toy Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbase.md) - [Off-Roading Truck Trims](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-trailhunter.md) - [Retro-Inspired Japanese Automakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renocas.md)