# Squinting Window Vehicles The Citroen GQ Concept is Sleek and Stylish, and Knows It By Meghan Young | Published 2010-03-26 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citroen-gq-concept References: [swipelife](http://swipelife.com/2010/03/18/gq-by-citroen-concept/) & [worldcarfans](http://www.worldcarfans.com/110030524945/gq-by-citroen-concept-first-photos-and-details/) When something is so sleek, so stylish and oh so sophisticated, there’s one term and one term only that comes to mind: [GQ](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/visionary-art-challenge). It’s no surprise that that term is incorporated into the name of the car you see in the gallery above, the [Citroen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citron-above-and-under) GQ concept car. That’s one GQ ride. There is, however, another reason why the Citroen GQ concept is so GQ. The [plug-in hybrid car](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gclass-past-ii-future) is part of a joint venture with the men’s magazine. Focusing on “the current attitudes of conspicuous consumption,” you can find more information about the concept car in GQ’s April issue. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 - **Sleek and Stylish Vehicles:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include incorporating cutting-edge technology and luxury features to create high-end vehicles that appeal to fashion-forward consumers. - **Plug-in Hybrid Cars:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include developing more efficient and affordable plug-in hybrid cars to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly transportation options. - **Joint Venture Collaborations:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include partnering with influential brands or media outlets to create unique and exclusive products that capture the attention of target consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include leveraging advanced design and technology to create next-generation vehicles that redefine the driving experience. - **Green Energy Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include developing innovative solutions and technologies to accelerate the adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles, reducing dependency on fossil fuels. - **Media and Publishing Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include collaborating with automotive companies to create engaging content and experiences that bridge the gap between the automotive and lifestyle sectors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lighting-Wrapped Concept Coupes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concept-coupe.md) - [Panoramic Dragster Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gac-u.md) - [Semi-Transparent Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renault-twingo-concept.md) - [Four-Passenger Stealthy SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gv80-coupe.md) - [Sleek Electric Concept Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nine-concept.md) - [Dynamic Silhouette Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-dresscode-concept.md) - [Water-Ready Sports Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citron-above-and-under.md) - [Stylish Concept Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concept-cla.md) - [Elegant Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genesis-x-speedium.md)