# Anime Car Cameras The Hello Kitty Drive Recorder Keeps Tabs on The Road for Drivers By M | Published 2016-07-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drive-recorder References: [en.rocketnews24](http://en.rocketnews24.com/2016/07/26/let-japans-beloved-anime-cat-keep-an-eye-on-the-road-for-you-with-the-hello-kitty-drive-recorder/) & [item.rakuten.co.jp](http://item.rakuten.co.jp/happycarlife/10000385/) The Hello Kitty Drive Recorder is a specially formatted [car camera](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ddpai-z90-master) designed after the infamous anime cat to help drivers have an on-going record of the road should an accident occur. The camera is dainty and feminine with an adhesive mount that clips onto the windshield for a first person point of view of the road. The camera supports [back-up footage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dezl-dualview) of the vehicle's daily movements should anything need to be referenced at a later date. The camera is shaped like Hello Kitty's feline head and complete with white and pink embellishments inspired by the cartoon character. The device includes a G-sensor that saves footage if a shock or sudden movement is felt, and also prevents erasing should anything happen to the camera itself. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Anime-inspired Car Accessories:** Opportunity for companies to create a range of car accessories inspired by popular anime characters, appealing to fans of the genre. - **Personalized Car Cameras:** Potential for personalized car cameras with customizable designs, allowing drivers to express their individuality through their tech gadgets. - **Integration of Novelty Designs in Auto Technology:** Auto industry can explore incorporating novelty designs into traditional car technology to attract a wider consumer base, tapping into the popularity of anime culture. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Technology:** Automotive companies can develop and market specialized car camera systems that cater to the demand for novelty designs and personalized accessories. - **Anime Merchandise:** Opportunity for the anime merchandise industry to expand into the automotive market by creating themed car accessories and collaborations with car tech brands. - **Customization Services:** Companies offering customization services for car gadgets and accessories can capitalize on the growing demand for personalized technology products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tomato-Red Retro Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-35mm-camera.md) - [Cowboy-Inspired Retro Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-howdy-partner.md) - [720-Degree Dash Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panoramic-dash-cam.md) - [Dual-Lens Motorcyclist Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorsports-dual-dash-cam.md) - [High-Definition Dash Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highdefinition-dash-cam.md) - [Multipurpose 4K Dash Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4k-dash-cams.md) - [360-Degree Dash Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dash-cam-omni.md) - [High-Definition Dashboard Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ring-car-cam.md) - [Dual-Direction Rearview Dash Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolfbox-g900.md)