# Adrenaline-Spiked Trucks The Ford Vaughn Gittin Jr. Can Be Used For Drifting and Jumping By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-10-31 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-vaughn-gittin-jr References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/ford-special-edition-sema-trucks/34351/) & [media.ford](https://media.ford.com/content/fordmedia/fna/us/en/news/2014/10/17/tricked-out-all-new-f-150-pickups-seek--hottest-truck--award-at-.html) The [Ford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-f150-raptor-r) Vaughn Gittin Jr. is a reimagined version of the Ford [F-150](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bronco-desert-racer) truck made in the image of American drift driver Vaughn Gittin Jr. This truck is unique in that it can be used daily on the road but is also built for drifting and jumping. The truck is designed to bring together pro-level street performance while enabling off-road badassery. It is equipped with an Air Lift Performance ride system and a special custom suspension. Its air pillow chassis gives it its versatility. The Ford Vaughn Gittin Jr. will be featured at Las Vegas' SEMA Show in early November. "I love trucks, and to build one that has daily on- and off-road capabilities, as well as drifting and jumping capabilities is something I have always wanted to do," said Gittin Jr. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Extreme Customization:** Opportunity for businesses to create customizable vehicles that cater to both on-road and off-road experiences, as well as specific motorsports activities like drifting and jumping. - **Dual-purpose Performance:** Potential for industries to develop vehicles that excel in both street performance and off-road capabilities, allowing users to seamlessly transition between different terrains. - **Multifunctional Suspension Systems:** Advancement in suspension technology presents disruptive innovation opportunities for companies to design adaptable suspension systems that can withstand various driving styles, including drifting and jumping. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** Automotive manufacturers have the chance to explore the market for versatile vehicles that can cater to different driving styles, combining both on-road and off-road functionality. - **Motorsports:** Motorsports industry can embrace the demand for vehicles specifically engineered for activities like drifting and jumping, creating opportunities to cater to a niche market segment. - **Suspension Technology:** Suspension technology companies can develop innovative solutions to meet the varied demands of drivers seeking high-performance capabilities for multiple driving styles, including drifting and jumping. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dual-Valve Shocks Pickup Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-f150-raptor-r.md) - [High-Powered Electric Pick-Up Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f100-eluminator.md) - [Hardcore Off-Road SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bronco-raptor.md) - [Modern Factory-Tuned Street Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-f150-lobo.md) - [Riproaring Electric Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riproaring-electric-van.md) - [Off-Road-Tuned SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/king-of-the-hammers-edition-bronco.md) - [Rugged Off-Road Pickup Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-ford-ranger-raptor.md) - [Raised Suspension Off-Road Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mache-rally.md) - [Off-Road Assistance Pickup Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-ranger-wildtrak-x.md)