# Pint-Sized Autos Luca Bordin Creates an 16-Foot-Long R/C Peterbilt 359 By Michael Hines | Published 2011-11-13 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luca-bordin References: [odditycentral](http://www.odditycentral.com/news/italian-truck-fan-builds-awesome-remote-controlled-big-rig.html) & [peterbilt359rc.it](http://www.peterbilt359rc.it/) Luca Bordin is an Italian truck enthusiast who dreamed of owning his own big rig. Unfortunately for him, the streets and highways of Italy aren’t exactly designed to hold the behemoth trucks and trailers common in America. Undeterred, Bordin decided to do the next best thing to owning a big rig by making his own. The resulting R/C Peterbilt 359 truly is a sight to see. The model measures 16 feet long and 3 feet high, and is fully functional. An electric motor powers this behemoth which is apparently strong enough to tow a small [Nissan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-yuga-pickup-truck-concept) [SUV](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lac-hong-900-lx). Perhaps the coolest feature of Bordin’s model is the trailer. The trailer is actually an entertainment center featuring a 22-inch LCD TV complete with sound system, and just in case you are wondering, he does not plan on selling it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 - **R/C Truck Models:** The increasing demand for R/C truck models prompts manufacturers to innovate their designs and technology. - **Automotive Miniatures:** The market for automotive miniatures expands as hobbyists and collectors seek new and unique models. - **Portable Entertainment Centers:** As consumers desire convenience, the creation of portable entertainment centers for home and travel use become an innovative opportunity. ### Who This Affects Most - **Toy and Hobby Manufacturing:** Toy and hobby manufacturers can capitalize on the trend for R/C truck models and automotive miniatures. - **Entertainment Systems:** The creation of portable entertainment centers can revolutionize the entertainment systems industry. - **Automotive Retail:** Selling and distributing automotive miniatures can expand the product offerings of automotive retail stores. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Life-Sized Electric Toy Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-one-max.md) - [Life-Size LEGO Brick Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1950s-cadillac-fleetwood.md) - [DIY Life-Size Tanks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nd-woodworking-art.md) - [Remote-Controlled Monster Truck Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-wheels-monster-trucks-hw-transforming-rhinomite-rc.md) - [Life-Sized LEGO Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legoland.md) - [Trailblazing American Hypertrucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypertruck.md) - [Rugged Bespoke Overlanding Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aev-x-bliss-mobil-prospector-xl-550.md) - [Opulent Oversized Inaugural Motorhomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brabus-big-boy-1200.md) - [Insanely Intricate LEGO Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-rollsroyce.md)