# Stiltastic Speeders The Michael Van Vuuren Curver Surfer is an Eco-Friendly Smooth Sailor By Meghan Young | Published 2009-10-27 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michael-van-vuuren-curve-surfer References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/curve-surfer-with-transparent-chassis-sails-smoothly-on-the-road/) At first glance, I don’t get how the Michael van Vuuren Curve Surfer curves or surfs. I mean, it looks like it's on stilts, for goodness sakes! I’ve seen my share of slow-moving, high-rise clowns to know that smooth and speed does not equate in that world. Well, actually drawing inspiration from the [catamaran](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esup), the Michael van Vuuren Curve Surfer doesn’t (surprise) compromise speed and performance. As an eco-friendly vehicle, it also runs on [solar power from solar panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightfoot-scooter) on the roof. The winning feature, though? Definitely the [transparent floor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sphere-vehicle) that adds to an exciting ride. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 64% | 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 - **Eco-friendly Transportation:** The Michael Van Vuuren Curve Surfer's use of solar power offers an opportunity for companies to innovate in the eco-friendly transportation industry. - **Innovative Design:** The Michael Van Vuuren Curve Surfer's unique design and transparent floor offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in the transportation industry. - **Urban Transportation:** The Michael Van Vuuren Curve Surfer's compact size and smooth ride make it an ideal option for urban transportation, presenting an opportunity for companies in this space to innovate. ### Who This Affects Most - **Transportation:** The Michael Van Vuuren Curve Surfer's innovative design and eco-friendly features present opportunities for disruption in the transportation industry. - **Renewable Energy:** The Michael Van Vuuren Curve Surfer's use of solar power highlights an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the renewable energy industry. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The Michael Van Vuuren Curve Surfer's unique design and fun ride make it a possible addition to the outdoor recreation industry, presenting an opportunity for innovation in this space. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Water-Ready Sports Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citron-above-and-under.md) - [Modular Electric Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-electric-surfboard.md) - [Solar Panel-Covered Boat Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ms-porrima-concept-boat.md) - [Modular Electric Surfboard Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclemate-electric-surfboard.md) - [Luxury Electric Hovercrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arosa-hovercraft.md) - [Hydrofoiling Electric Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrofoiling-electric-boats.md) - [Turtle-Inspired Sleek Automobiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-imobility.md) - [Solar-Powered Sleek Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-solaris.md) - [Ruggedized Electric Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruggedized-electric-surfboard.md)