# Futuristic Eastern Sedans Glidex 2020 Concept Vehicle is Specially Designed for Chinese Roads By manzil | Published 2010-07-06 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glidex-2020 References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/07/05/green-lights-glide-on-magnets/) & [ruiguodesign.blogspot](http://ruiguodesign.blogspot.com/) Rui Guo's 'GlideX 2020' is a futuristic concept vehicle designed only for roads in China and will also play an important role in China's economy. The GlideX 2020 is a zero emission vehicle that is powered by specially built electromagnetic roads. The vehicle also includes portable auxiliary power units and a lithium ion battery. The Glidex 2020 isn't all brains, the car also has an very sleek and attractive design. **Implications** - Eco-conscious consumers are constantly seeking new green habits that they can adopt into their lifestyles to reduce their carbon footprints. Eco-friendly vehicles appeal to them for their superb functionality and positive effects on the environment. The automobile industry can appeal to green demographics by manufacturing vehicles that prioritize clean driving. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-friendly Vehicles for Chinese Consumers:** There is a growing market in China for eco-friendly vehicles, and companies can capitalize on this by designing vehicles specifically for the Chinese market that prioritize clean driving. - **Electromagnetic Road Technology:** As electromagnetic road technology becomes more advanced, there is an opportunity for companies in the automotive industry to incorporate this technology into their vehicles, making them more environmentally friendly and efficient. - **Sleek Design for Electric Vehicles:** As electric vehicles become more popular, there is a growing desire for these vehicles to look sleek and attractive, and companies that prioritize design in their EVs may have an edge in this market. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** The automotive industry has an opportunity to create innovative eco-friendly vehicles for the growing market in China and beyond. - **Renewable Energy:** The development of electromagnetic road technology presents an opportunity for renewable energy companies to provide the power for these new vehicles. - **Design:** As the demand for electric vehicles with sleek designs increases, companies with expertise in design have an opportunity to create more attractive and desirable EVs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elegant Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genesis-x-speedium.md) - [Opulent Americana EV Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lincoln-model-l100-concept.md) - [Galactic Electric Wagons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electra.md) - [Solar-Powered Sedan Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-eqxx.md) - [Sleek American EV Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lincoln-star-concept-vehicle.md) - [Streamlined Two-Seater Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-electric-car-concept.md) - [Sleek Sustainable EV Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opel-experimental.md) - [Retro-Futuristic Ev Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electra-orbit.md) - [Luxe All-Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/id-aero.md)