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# Upcycled Aluminum Automobiles (UPDATE)
These Awesome CanCars Models Are Beery Cool

By Jordan M | Published 2011-02-12 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cancars-models
References: [whatthecool](http://whatthecool.com/post/3219331973/aluminum-soda-and-beer-can-cars) & [cancars.webs](http://cancars.webs.com/apps/webstore/)

[Upcycled art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures) is some of the coolest around, and these nifty CanCars models are a perfect example of how unexpected materials and objects can be completely transformed into totally different creations.

Made almost entirely from [aluminum beverage containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceci-1938), these CanCars models have a distinct personality and flavor all their own. The cars fetch a pretty price on the CanCars website, but for a much more economical price you can instead get DIY plans to make your own out of your favorite beer or beverage can.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.8/10
- Popularity: 30% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking)

## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Upcycled Art:** Transforming unexpected materials into unique creations.
- **Sustainable Design:** Using recycled materials to create new products.
- **DIY Culture:** Encouraging people to make their own customized items.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Automotive:** Exploring the use of upcycled materials in automobile manufacturing.
- **Craft and Hobby:** Providing DIY enthusiasts with materials and instructions for creating upcycled art.
- **Beverage:** Promoting the use of aluminum beverage containers in sustainable design projects.

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