# Superhero Gear Shifts This Spider-Man Shift Knob is Great for Fans of the Infamous Marvel Hero By M | Published 2014-09-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gear-shift References: [thisiswhyimbroke](http://www.thisiswhyimbroke.com/spider-man-gear-shift-knob) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EIBFRTG/?tag=trenhunt0f-20) Driver everywhere in style with this superhero gear shift designed to look like the infamous Spider-Man's mask. This [Marvel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noblechairs-hero-iron-man-chair) hero gear knob will make racing around in your car that much more of a thrilling adventure. If you happen to be a die-hard [Spider-Man fan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstations-spiderman-2) now you can add some spidey senses into your driving habits thanks to this [novelty gear shift](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venom-f5m) design. The knob looks exactly like Spider-Man's red mask covered in black webbing and two angled eye slits. The knob is soft to the touch and the web detailing ensures that you have a firm grip on the shift when you're switching gears. Comic book fans can unscrew their current joy stick knob and swap it out for this Spider-Man one to add some superhero powers to their riding experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Novelty Gear Shifts:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing and manufacturing gear shifts with unique and themed designs to enhance the driving experience and cater to niche markets. - **Fan Merchandise:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating licensed merchandise that connects with passionate fan bases, such as superhero-themed gear shifts, to tap into the lucrative market of fandom-inspired products. - **Enhanced Driving Experience:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing accessories like shift knobs that provide a tactile and immersive experience for car enthusiasts, adding an element of excitement to everyday driving. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Expanding product offerings in the automotive accessories industry to include unique gear shifts that cater to specific interests and fan bases. - **Licensed Merchandise:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Partnering with popular franchises and designing merchandise like superhero gear shifts to capitalize on the demand for licensed products among loyal fan communities. - **Theme Park Souvenirs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborating with theme park operators to create exclusive merchandise, including themed gear shifts, that captures the imagination and interests of visitors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wooden Automotive Shifter Knobs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/917-tribute-shifter.md) - [Branded Superhero Gaming Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noblechairs-hero-iron-man-chair.md) - [Superhero-Themed Block Pen Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-lord-helmet.md) - [Arachnid Superhero Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-x-marvel-spiderman-collection.md) - [Custom Console Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arachnoplates.md) - [Superhero-Themed Headphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-headphone-stands.md) - [3D Superhero Block-Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazing-spiderman-set.md) - [Superhero-Themed Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiderman-2-limited-edition-bundle.md) - [Superhero-Themed Dinosaur Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/web-chompin-spider-rex.md)