# Commemorative Dune Buggies The Manx V is the 50th Anniversary Version of the Iconic Meyers Manx By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-05-23 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manx-v References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/meyers-manx-electric-dune-buggy/32050/) & [meyersmanx](http://www.meyersmanx.com/) The Manx V is an [electrically powered dune buggy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rivian-california-dune) inspired by the iconic fiberglass [Meyers Manx](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manx-20-electric) buggy, which celebrates its 50th anniversary this month. The vehicle was built by Bruce Meyers in the 1960s in his garage. It was inspired by Meyers' love for [beach culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-land-rover-defender-beach-break-edition) and desire to create a playful, cute-looking vehicle. The 21st century iteration of the Meyers Manx was built around a rear electric driveline. A 10-Kilowatt/hour lithium-iron battery powers the 84-horsepower electric motor, which enables to buggy to travel at up to 100 km/h. The design of the Manx V is still being finalized, and pricing and release details have not been revealed yet. The Manx V will be the first of several environmentally friendly buggies released by Meyers Manx. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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 Dune Buggies:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop electric dune buggies that combine eco-friendly features with high performance. - **Commemorative Vehicles:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Create commemorative vehicles that pay homage to iconic designs while incorporating modern technology and sustainability. - **Beach Culture-inspired Vehicles:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Design vehicles that capture the playful and cute aesthetic of beach culture while incorporating sustainable materials and technologies. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Transform the automotive industry by developing electric vehicles that cater to recreational and niche markets. - **Recreational Vehicles:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Redefine the recreational vehicle industry by introducing electric, environmentally friendly options that appeal to outdoor enthusiasts. - **Design and Manufacturing:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Innovate in the design and manufacturing sector by creating unique, commemorative products that merge tradition with sustainability and cutting-edge technology. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [All-Electric Dune Buggies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manx-20-electric.md) - [Charitable Artist Buggies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meyers-manx.md) - [Local Leisure Cruising EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meyers-manx-resorter-nev.md) - [Slick Hand-Built Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moke-america.md) - [Open-Air Low-Speed Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-moke.md) - [Industrial Design-Inspired Micro EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citroen.md) - [Petite Solar-Powered EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-ev.md) - [Fully Electric Retro Busses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volskwagen-id-buzz.md) - [Limited-Run Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ace-classic-electric.md)