# Astonishing Aluminum Automobiles Herman Diver Creates Impressive Car Replicas From Pull Tabs By Renee Ramsarran | Published 2011-02-12 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herman-diver References: [automotto](http://www.automotto.com/entry/creates-amazingly-beautiful-auto-sculpture-from-pull-tabs/) & [grassrootsart.net](http://www.grassrootsart.net/Art/HermanDivers.html) [Herman Divers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archival-poster-collection) is known as the “master of pull-tab engineering.” His unique sculptures are made from the tops of old-fashioned beer and soda cans. His collection includes a replica of a [Harley-Davidson](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folld-1) motorcycle made from 179,200 aluminum pieces. Now that pull-tabs are just about obsolete, Divers has turned to working with bottle caps and buttons to create more impressive pieces of art. Take a look at all of the amazing [aluminum automobile creations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/romero-britto) by the imaginative and resourceful Herman Divers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 32% | 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's Driving This Trend - **Sustainable Art:** Creating art out of recycled materials, promoting sustainability and circular economy. - **Upcycling:** Repurposing old materials and turning them into usable or valuable items, reducing waste and environmental impact. - **Innovative Sculpture:** Creating unique and impressive sculptures using alternative materials, exploring new forms of art and expression. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Exploring new materials and techniques for creating art, promoting sustainability and recycling in the creative industry. - **Environmental Sustainability:** Developing new ways to reduce waste and reuse materials, preserving natural resources and promoting environmental consciousness. - **Craft and Hobby:** Providing new ideas and inspiration for DIY projects and handmade creations, encouraging creativity and resourcefulness in crafting and hobbies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Crystal-Adorned Crushed Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam-keller.md) - [Dynamic Car-Themed Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veiled-porsche.md) - [Race Car-Inspired Dynamic Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gerry-judah-1.md) - [Tiny Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-washing-machine.md) - [Car Part-Repurposed Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furniture-capsule-1.md) - [Miniature Art Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-wheels-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Abandoned Bikes-Turned Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames.md) - [Meticulous Electric-Free Toy Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grip-car.md) - [Cabin-Transformed Vintage Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1970-volkswagen-beetle.md)