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Extendable Truck Bed

Extender Elastruck

— December 12, 2007 — Autos
So that trendy looking car you have is great, but what if you could have a truck bed with it on demand? Enter the Extender Elastruck, a revolutionary new design in trucks, that could be the way of the future for those looking for some occasional extra room.

The truck is designed to have over 400hp from two electric engines each driving on a set of wheels.

"When not in use, the bed retracts unobtrusively into the rear of the truck," PopSci said. "It extends by way of an electric piston up to a full-size 4x8 bed with thin-but-sturdy armored sidewalls and a structural support system that can handle the toughest terrain and the heaviest loads."

This concept would definitely be a must-have for those looking for something useful, environmental and trendy.
Trend Themes
1. Extendable Truck Beds - The trend of extendable truck beds allows vehicles to transform into trucks on demand, offering users additional storage and transportation options.
2. Electric Truck Engines - The trend of utilizing electric engines in trucks provides powerful and sustainable alternatives to traditional combustion engines, resulting in reduced environmental impact and increased efficiency.
3. Innovative Truck Design - The trend of designing trucks with retractable beds and advanced structural support systems opens up opportunities for creating versatile and adaptable vehicles for various industries.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - The automotive industry can capitalize on the trend of extendable truck beds by developing innovative designs and features that cater to consumer demand for versatile transportation options.
2. Transportation and Logistics Industry - The transportation and logistics industry can take advantage of the trend of electric truck engines to minimize emissions and reduce fuel costs, while also meeting sustainability goals and increasing efficiency.
3. Construction and Heavy Equipment Industry - The construction and heavy equipment industry can explore the trend of innovative truck design to develop vehicles capable of handling tough terrains and heavy loads, enhancing productivity and reducing operational costs.
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