# Awesome Apocolypse-Proof Autos The Hyundai Zombie Survival Machine Can Mow Down the Walking Dead By Sarah Moore | Published 2012-06-29 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyundai-zombie-survival-machine References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/hyundai-zombie-survival-machine/23064/) If there ever comes a time when the human race turns into a species of brain-sucking, undead zombies, you'd be well advised to purchase yourself a [Hyundai](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-subcompact-suv) [Zombie Survival](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bullets-brains) Machine to mow them down and keep yourself safe. The car company partnered with Robert Kirkman, the creator of the cult-classic graphic novel series 'The Walking Dead,' to devise a vehicle capable of allowing drivers to cruise through the apocalypse safely and in style. This bad ass automobile comes equipped with everything you need to slay zombies from the menacing row of spikes on its front bumper to the [armored windows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-rezvani) and rooftop hatch that encourages drive-by undead target practice. While it is only being constructed as a concept car set to be shown off at Comic-Con, the world can rest a little easier knowing that there are plans in the works for battling the undead. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Zombie-proof Vehicles:** Opportunities for car companies to develop specialized vehicles with zombie-fighting features for the post-apocalyptic market. - **Pop-culture Collaborations:** Potential for companies to partner with popular franchises like 'The Walking Dead' to generate buzz and appeal among fan communities. - **Apocalypse Preparedness:** Increasing consumer interest in products and services geared toward disaster preparedness and survival, including specialized vehicles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** Car companies can capitalize on the post-apocalyptic market by developing specialized vehicles fitted with zombie-fighting features. - **Entertainment:** Collaborating with popular media franchises like 'The Walking Dead' offers opportunities for companies to generate marketing buzz and appeal among fans. - **Consumer Goods:** Increasing consumer interest in disaster preparedness and survival products, including specialized vehicles like the Hyundai Zombie Survival Machine. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gaming-Inspired Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-subcompact-suv.md) - [Hygienic Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyundai-seven.md) - [Utilitarian Electric Four-Wheel Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/utv.md) - [Angular Otherworldly Off-Road SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyundai-crater-concept.md) - [Road-Ready Dune Buggy Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fordzilla-hypervan.md) - [Aggressive Overlanding-Ready SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyundai-santa-fe-xrt-concept.md) - [Post-Apocalyptic Off-Road Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-omega-2040-concept.md) - [Ultra-Tactical Next-Gen SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-rezvani-tank.md) - [Exploratory Off-Road Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offroad-vehicle-concept.md)