# Transparent Top Autos The Daihatsu Concept Car is a Family's Convertible By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-10-03 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daihatsu-concept-car References: [industrialdesignserved](http://www.industrialdesignserved.com/gallery/Daihatsu/912984) & [rslm-art.blogspot](http://www.rslm-art.blogspot.com/) The sensation of wind in your hair is overrated at 80 mph when long locks quickly become a wild whipping entanglement. The [Daihatsu](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daihatsu-atrai-deck-camper) Concept Car offers the view that a [convertible](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-concept-speedtop) does without the intensity of the breeze. Rasul Maksyutov developed this idea for a Daihatsu competition, aiming to question, consider and reinvent the conventions of designing and assembling a vehicle. Visibility to the outside is undoubtedly important for both safety and pleasure, so this model automobile optimizes for maximum transparency. A lightweight but strong upper frame allows minimal interruption of the view outdoors, holding the clear glass in place around the entirety of the vehicle with a broad sunroof up above. The Daihatsu Concept Car increases the height of each windows so that even the [youngsters in the back seat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfdriving-ev) can appreciate the journey. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 36% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Maximized Visibility Vehicles:** Designing vehicles with as much transparency as possible for improved safety and enjoyment. - **Family-friendly Convertibles:** Developing convertible cars that prioritize the comfort and safety of all passengers, including children. - **Innovative Vehicle Design:** Questioning conventional vehicle design to create unique and functional cars like the Daihatsu Concept Car. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive Industry:** Continuously innovating and experimenting with new designs to improve the driving experience. - **Family-friendly Cars:** Creating cars that cater to the needs of families, including safety and comfort features for children. - **Glass Manufacturing Industry:** Developing stronger and clearer glass materials to be used in maximized visibility vehicles like the Daihatsu Concept Car. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Transparent Sphere Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sphere-vehicle.md) - [Panoramic Dragster Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gac-u.md) - [Outdoor-Focused Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manifesto-concept-car.md) - [Open-Air Autonomous Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar-adaptor.md) - [Transforming Commuter Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-vista-roadster.md) - [Semi-Transparent Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dab-1-transparent-edition.md) - [Bespoke Electric Convertibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sollei-concept.md) - [Road-Ready Dune Buggy Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fordzilla-hypervan.md) - [Water-Ready Sports Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citron-above-and-under.md)