# Eco Carbon Fiber Cars The Riversimple 'Rasa' Hydrogen Fuel Cell Car Provides Enhanced Range By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-02-17 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrogen-fuel-cell-car References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/rasa-hydrogen-fuel-cell-car-riversimple/41841/) & [riversimple](http://riversimple.com/) The need for more [flexible transportation solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renault-twingo-etech-electric-prototype) is becoming imperative for many consumers, so the Riversimple 'Rasa' is a hydrogen fuel cell car intended to offer an alternative. Capable of traveling up to 30 miles on just a 3.3 pound tank of hydrogen, the Riversimple 'Rasa' car is designed to be a realistic hydrogen-powered car for the masses. The development of the Riversimple 'Rasa' car was supported by a grant from the Welsh government. Set to launch a full production model in the market in 2018, the Riversimple 'Rasa' hydrogen fuel cell car has two seats and features a plethora of efficient features. Best of all, the brand purports that the [lightweight vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threewheeled-cars) is responsive and fun to drive. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Hydrogen Fuel Cell Cars:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Development of more efficient and affordable hydrogen fuel cell technology. - **Flexible Transportation Solutions:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creation of innovative and sustainable transportation alternatives. - **Lightweight Vehicles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and production of lightweight vehicles to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integration of hydrogen fuel cell technology in automotive manufacturing. - **Renewable Energy:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Advancement of renewable energy sources for the production of hydrogen fuel. - **Sustainable Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Development of lightweight and durable materials for vehicle manufacturing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hydrogen Fuel Cell Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyryd.md) - [Hydrogen Fuel Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-showcases.md) - [Hyrdogen-Powered Off-Road Racers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glickenhaus.md) - [Hydrogen-Powered Supercar Teasers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpine-a4810.md) - [Traditional Vehicle Hydrogen Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corolla-cross-hydrogen-concept.md) - [Omni-Fuel Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andrietta-concept-car.md) - [Hydrogen Fuel Supplies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-hydrogen-cartridge.md) - [Hydrogen-Electric Racecars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/missionh24.md) - [Versatile Hydrogen Battery Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrogen-cartridges.md)