# Cutting-Edge Cocoon Cars The Citroen DS 2022 Leads Technological Auto Innovations By Meghan Young | Published 2009-11-19 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citroen-ds-2022 References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/citron-ds-2022-avant-garde-sedan-for-an-executive-driving-experience/) Although cocoons represent, to me, rebirth and soon-to-be revealed beauty, the cocoon-like [Citroen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citron-above-and-under) DS 2022 can remain wrapped up forever. A beautiful, [futuristic sedan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-a6-sedan), it embraces unique design to set it apart of its competition. Designed by Jacob McMurry, the Citroen DS 2022 was actually inspired by the past, not the future, via the 1967 DS. An [avant garde take](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electra-orbit), it hopes to reestablish Citroen as the technological leader of premium cars, according to Naresh Chauhan. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Futuristic Automobiles:** The design of the Citroen DS 2022 embraces unique and innovative aspects to set it apart from its competition. - **Past-inspired Designs:** The Citroen DS 2022 was inspired by the classic 1967 DS, suggesting a trend of incorporating retro elements into modern designs. - **Premium Technological Features:** Citroen aims to reestablish itself as a technological leader for premium cars with the advanced features implemented in the Citroen DS 2022. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Industry:** The Citroen DS 2022 represents an opportunity for innovative and unique car designs to differentiate from competitors. - **Luxury Car Market:** The incorporation of past-inspired designs and premium technological features in the Citroen DS 2022 suggests advancements in the luxury car market industry. - **Technology Industry:** The technological advancements and features in the Citroen DS 2022 showcases the intersecting of the technology and automotive industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Semi-Transparent Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renault-twingo-concept.md) - [Art Deco Show-Car Statements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-iconic.md) - [Water-Ready Sports Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citron-above-and-under.md) - [Turtle-Inspired Sleek Automobiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-imobility.md) - [Ultra-Futuristic Modern Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-vision-oneeleven.md) - [Near-Future Commuter Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renault-clio-vi.md) - [Weather-Inspired Autonomous Car Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citron-la-mto.md) - [Dynamic Silhouette Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-dresscode-concept.md) - [Transparent Modern Auto Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renault-twingo-1.md)