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# Electric Cars and Bikes Approaching Records on Drag Strip

By Ben Preiss | Published 2007-08-01 | Autos
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-cars-and-bikes-making-run-for-gas-powered-records-on-drag-strip
References: [news.yahoo](http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/electric_dragsters_ylt=AicHxr31wLPh51hJBylZXp8Wr7sF) & [nedra](http://www.nedra.com/index.html)

With [battery cell technology improvements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/catl-c-battery) adding more power per weight electrics are coming closer to liquid fuel cars. The KillaCycle, an [electric drag bike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/64-street-spec-caf-racer), posted the fastest quarter-mile time by an [electric vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyundai-ioniq-5), 8.16 seconds â€” that's 2.36 seconds off the nitromethane world record for drag bikes set by Larry "Spiderman" McBride last year.

**Implications** - The environment has become a topic that most people are concerned about. As the eco-friendly culture spreads, more and more industries will need to begin looking into greener products. In order for society to continue viewing companies in a good light, they must embrace a green attitude. The automobile industry has become a shining example of incorporating this consumer concern.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.5/10
- Popularity: 46% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Battery Cell Technology Improvements:** Opportunity for advancements in battery technology to increase power and efficiency in electric vehicles.
- **Eco-friendly Culture:** Growing demand for greener products across industries, prompting companies to embrace sustainability.
- **Electric Drag Bikes:** Rapidly advancing electric drag bike technology presents an opportunity to break records and surpass conventional fuel-powered vehicles.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Automobile:** Automakers should invest in battery cell technology to enhance the power and range of electric cars, meeting consumer demands for eco-friendly vehicles.
- **Power and Energy:** Companies in the power and energy sector can explore innovations in battery cell technology to improve energy storage and efficiency in electric vehicles.
- **Motorcycle:** Manufacturers of motorcycles should embrace electric drag bike technology to produce high-performance and environmentally friendly vehicles that appeal to consumers.

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