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# Fry-Holding Car Accessories
'Fries on the Fly' Transforms Your Cup Holder Into a Fry Holder

By Grace Mahas | Published 2019-09-26 | Unique
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fries-on-the-fly
References: [coolthings](https://www.coolthings.com/fries-on-the-fly-universal-car-french-fry-holder/) & [amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/s?k=Fries+on+the+Fly+Universal&tag=trenhunt0f-20)

Consumers who have tried to eat french fries from a bag while driving will understand the ingenuity of the new 'Fries on the Fly' tool. The device transforms your cup holder into a personalized [french fry holder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mccain-happy-frydays-cafe) so you can efficiently eat and drive simultaneously. To use it, simply put the circular base into your cup holder. Next, place your fries within.

The unique Fries on the Fly is also compatible with belts, allowing users to not only drive while eating but walk while eating as well. In addition, the fry-eating tool is safe to clean in the dishwasher, so if you accidentally spill [ketchup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-gold-dunk-cup) on it, cleaning it will be a breeze.

Consumers can purchase this tool online and at select retailers.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.2/10
- Popularity: 64% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 9%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Car-accessories-for-food:** The 'Fries on the Fly' tool demonstrates the trend of developing car accessories specifically designed for food consumption, opening up opportunities for more innovative food-related car gadgets.
- **Multi-functional-cup-holders:** The 'Fries on the Fly' tool highlights the trend of creating multi-functional cup holders that can adapt to various food and beverage items, presenting opportunities for enhanced convenience and customization.
- **Eating-and-driving-culture:** The popularity of tools like 'Fries on the Fly' reflects the trend of an eating-and-driving culture, paving the way for the development of more products that facilitate safe and efficient eating on-the-go.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Automotive-accessories:** The 'Fries on the Fly' tool presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the automotive accessories industry by catering to the growing demand for convenient and food-friendly car products.
- **Food-and-beverage:** The unique 'Fries on the Fly' tool opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in the food and beverage industry by providing solutions for hassle-free eating while commuting.
- **Kitchenware-and-gadgets:** The dishwasher-safe 'Fries on the Fly' tool sparks innovative opportunities within the kitchenware and gadgets industry, offering novel solutions for convenient and easy-to-clean eating utensils.

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