# Gas-Free Standup Watercraft The Free Form Factory Gratis X1 Personal Watercraft is Emissions-Free By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-03-15 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gratis-x1 References: [newatlas](http://newatlas.com/gratis-x1-stand-up-pwc/48399/) & [ridefreeform](https://ridefreeform.com/) Traditional gasoline-powered [personal watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yamaha-crosswave-waverunner) are associated with being quite heavy on emissions and annoying for those on land, so the Free Form Factory Gratis X1 is designed as a [quiet electric alternative](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-boat-model). The fully electric design of the Free Form Factory Gratis X1 enables it to be used for up to 45 minutes per charge of the internal battery pack to perform tricks and cruise with ease over the water's surface. The Free Form Factory Gratis X1 features a [liquid-cooled battery pack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temo450-carbon-edition) that is stored deep within the hull design. The battery takes between 90 minutes and four hours to charge, depending on the kind of power source that it's connected to. The watercraft are created with superior performance in mind without the traditional emissions of existing options on the market. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Electric-powered Watercraft:** The trend of electric-powered watercraft disrupts the traditional gasoline-powered market by offering emissions-free alternatives. - **Battery Technology Advancements:** Advancements in battery technology create opportunities for longer usage time and faster charging rates, making electric watercraft more practical. - **Quiet and Sustainable Recreation:** The trend towards quiet and sustainable recreation drives the demand for eco-friendly watercraft that offer a smoother and more enjoyable experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Outdoor Recreation:** The outdoor recreation industry can capitalize on the trend of electric-powered watercraft and offer eco-friendly water fun experiences to attract environmentally conscious consumers. - **Battery Manufacturing:** The battery manufacturing industry has an opportunity to develop lightweight, high-capacity batteries that can power electric watercraft for longer durations with shorter charging times. - **Tourism and Hospitality:** The tourism and hospitality industry can integrate electric watercraft into their offerings, providing a unique and sustainable leisure activity for tourists seeking eco-friendly experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Emissions-Free Sport Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-wake-boat.md) - [Balanced Hydrofoil Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neocean-overboat-100f.md) - [All-Electric Personal Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allelectric-personal-watercraft.md) - [Eco-Friendly Superyacht Tenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ejet-4x-tender.md) - [Sporty Electric Jet Skis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taiga-orca.md) - [Emissions-Free Electric Leisure Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosun-elcat-solar-electric-boat.md) - [Cost-Conscious Electric Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veer-x13.md) - [Optimized Electric Watercrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optimized-electric-watercraft.md) - [All-Electric Leisure Cruise Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riva-eliseo-day-boat.md)