# Fused Muscle Cars Ford Celebrates 50 Years of Innovation By Fusing Two Ford Mustang Models By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-05-05 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-mustang-model References: [mashable](http://mashable.com/2016/05/03/ford-mustang-innovation/) & [ford](http://www.ford.ca/cars/mustang/) Renowned American automotive brand [Ford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alan-mann) has created a Ford [Mustang](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-mustang-ebike) model hybrid that fuses two cars into one. The model will be displayed in the "National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum in Alexandria, Virginia" in celebration of 50 years of innovation. This blended Ford Mustang model is represented by combining old and new car shells -- a white 1965 Mustang and a sleek red 2015 edition. Easily one of the most [iconic sports cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nextgeneration-muscle-car), the Ford Mustang has been a pinnacle in the automotive industry. Considering this, the brand's commemorative hybrid vehicle will likely be a popular exhibit item at the Inventors Hall of Fame Museum that both art and car buffs are bound to enjoy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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 - **Hybrid Vehicle Blending:** The fusion of two different car models into one hybrid vehicle showcases the potential for creating unique and innovative automotive designs. - **Celebrating Innovation:** Commemorative displays of hybrid vehicles at museums highlight the ongoing impact and significance of innovation in the automotive industry. - **Iconic Sports Car Showcase:** Blending classic and modern car shells allows for the preservation and celebration of the iconic Ford Mustang in a visually striking manner. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** The blending of two car models into one hybrid exemplifies the potential for disruptive innovation within the automotive industry. - **Art and Design:** The creation of a hybrid vehicle as a commemorative exhibit demonstrates how car design can intersect with art and design to create unique experiences. - **Museum and Exhibition:** The integration of hybrid vehicles into museum displays showcases the potential for disrupting traditional exhibition approaches and engaging visitors with innovative displays. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vintage Car-Inspired Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-mustang-ebike.md) - ['60s-Era Throwback Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alan-mann.md) - [Iconic Car-Inspired Electronic Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/n-plus.md) - [High-Performance Sports Car Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-ford-mustang-gtd.md) - [Fast-Charging Electric Mustangs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1967-ford-mustang-fastback.md) - [Inaugural Custom Mustang Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-mustang.md) - [Automobile-Inspired E-Bike Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-1.md) - [Sporty 60s-Style SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-bronco-sport-heritage-edition.md) - [Convenience Store-Themed Automobiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/7-eleven-ford-mustang.md)