# Futuristic Auto Fails 10 Cringe-Worthy Concept Cars By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-10-19 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concept-failures-ten-futuristic-cars-that-didnt-even-come-close References: [jalopnik](http://jalopnik.com/395707/the-ten-craziest-concept-cars-of-all-time) Car lovers drool over the [latest concept models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-turismo) that show up on Trend Hunter. The designs are ultra cool and the technology is always cutting edge. Indeed, concept lovers always wish these cars could make it to production sooner rather than later. This collection of ten failed [concept cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stellar) brings us gearheads back to earth with a reminder that 50 years ago, *these* were the [cars of the future](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jaguar-type-00). Do any of them look familiar to anything on the road today? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Concept Cars:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop concept cars that are environmentally friendly and promote sustainable transportation solutions. - **Connected Car Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate advanced technology into concept cars to enhance the driving experience and create a more connected ecosystem. - **Autonomous Vehicle Concepts:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design concept cars that showcase autonomous driving capabilities and explore the possibilities of future transportation. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionize the automotive industry by introducing futuristic concepts that redefine the traditional notion of vehicles. - **Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Merge the automotive and technology industries to create innovative solutions that enhance the driving experience. - **Sustainability:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Drive innovation in the sustainability sector by developing concept cars that prioritize eco-friendly design and promote sustainable transportation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Futuristic Modern Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-vision-oneeleven.md) - [Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecollection.md) - [Semi-Transparent Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renault-twingo-concept.md) - [Futuristic Supercar Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-vehicle-designs.md) - [Retro-Futuristic Ev Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electra-orbit.md) - [Retro-Futuristic Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-cyberpunk-concept.md) - [Futuristic Retro-Inspired Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyundai-nine.md) - [Art Deco Show-Car Statements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-iconic.md) - [Nostalgic Explorer SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-xtrail-concepts.md)