# Futuristic Film Eco-Cars The Electric Delorean is Definitely What Doc Brown Would Have Driven By Meghan Young | Published 2010-10-06 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-delorean References: [wired](http://www.wired.com/autopia/2010/10/electrified-delorean-heads-back-to-the-future/) & [electricrace.it](http://www.electricrace.it/) Considering that Doc Brown from '[Back to the Future](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-the-future-time-machine)' is, well, from the future, it would only be natural that he would be driving an electric [DeLorean](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-concept), don't you think? Well, Wired Italy and eCars Now! Italy, certainly believe so. They have taken it upon themselves to create an electric DeLorean. Although not yet complete, it's almost ready. The venture wasn't easy, as Wired editor Massimiliano Ferramondo had to configure a 90 kW engine and custom Lithium-ion batteries that were designed specifically with the DeLorean in mind. The electric DeLorean should be ready within the week. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 - **Electric Vehicles:** Opportunity to develop more sustainable alternatives to traditional fuel-powered cars. - **Retrofuturism:** Opportunity to combine nostalgic design elements with cutting-edge technology. - **Customized Batteries:** Opportunity to create tailor-made battery solutions for specific vehicle models. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** Opportunity for automakers to incorporate electric technology into iconic car models. - **Renewable Energy:** Opportunity to supply clean energy solutions for electric vehicle charging. - **Battery Technology:** Opportunity for battery manufacturers to develop customized solutions for electric vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Off-Road Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-concept.md) - [Electric Gull-Winged Door Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-alpha5.md) - [Movie-Inspired Gullwing EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-motor-company.md) - [Retro-Futuristic Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-cyberpunk-concept.md) - [Post-Apocalyptic Off-Road Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-omega-2040-concept.md) - [Electrified Classic Saloon Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saloon-car.md) - [Electric Hot Rod Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-hot-rod.md) - [80s-Honoring Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modeljzd.md) - [Retro Electric Buggies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meyers-manx-ev.md)