# Road Warrior Vehicles The Ford Mad Max is a Modernized Version Promoting the Film's Sequel By Meghan Young | Published 2011-07-14 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-mad-max References: [trendsnow.net](http://www.trendsnow.net/2011/07/ford-mad-max-concept.html) & [nzherald.co.nz](http://www.nzherald.co.nz/australia/news/article.cfm?l_id=15&objectid=10737820) Cult classic lovers from around the world will certainly get a kick out of the [Ford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alan-mann) Mad Max concept cars. Designed to promote the new sequel, 'Fury Road,' it is definitely a modern take on the original 1973 Ford XB Falcon. Of course, today's Interceptor would need to step up to such futuristic cars as the director Christopher Nolan's modernized [Batmobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-wheels-rc-original-edition-batmobile) and the 'TRON: Legacy' Light Cycles and Light Runners. Low and mean-looking, the Ford Mad Max concept cars have appeared at the Australian International Motor Show in Melbourne as clay models so that showgoers could vote which one should make it to the final. As part of a Ford promotion with motoring magazine TopGear Australia, the chosen Ford Mad Max won't make it into the new film, but the two finalists Nima Nourian and Simon Brook will certainly garner a lot of attention in the meantime. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modernized Concept Cars:** Opportunity for car manufacturers to create updated versions of classic vehicles to generate excitement and promote films or other events. - **Futuristic Design:** Potential for car designers to push the boundaries of traditional aesthetics and create visually striking vehicles that capture consumers' attention. - **Collaborations with Entertainment Industry:** Possibility for car companies to partner with films or other forms of media to create unique promotional vehicles that generate buzz and brand awareness. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** Opportunity for automakers to capitalize on the trend of modernized concept cars and futuristic design to attract customers and differentiate their offerings. - **Media and Entertainment:** Potential for the entertainment industry to collaborate with car manufacturers to create special edition vehicles that tie into movies or other forms of media, creating additional revenue streams. - **Advertising and Marketing:** Opportunity for advertising and marketing agencies to work with car companies and filmmakers to develop innovative promotional campaigns centered around concept cars and film tie-ins. ## Related on Trend Hunter - ['60s-Era Throwback Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alan-mann.md) - [Stealthy Fantasy-Themed Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f117-4wd-covenant.md) - [High-Powered Electric Pick-Up Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f100-eluminator.md) - [Retro-Inspired Free Wheeling Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bronco-sport-free-wheeling.md) - [Modern Electrified Retro Automobiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/two8esl.md) - [Minimalist Americana Truck Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-bronco-concept.md) - [Retro Off-Road Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-concept.md) - [Racer-Honoring SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-ford-bronco-stroppe-special-edition-suv.md) - [Post-Apocalyptic Off-Road Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-omega-2040-concept.md)