# Comic Book Hero Reinventions The New Ghost Rider is Getting a Macho Makeover By Angela Rajic | Published 2013-12-09 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ghost-rider References: [io9](http://io9.com/the-new-ghost-rider-is-ditching-his-motorcycle-for-a-ca-1473661737) & [marvel](http://marvel.com/news/story/21337/nycc_2013_all-new_ghost_rider) The new Ghost Rider is getting a an update that includes ditching his iconic motorcycle for a classic [Dodge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charger-daytona-electric) Charger. Long-time fans will feel the shake-up most acutely, since the motorcycle has become synonymous with the character, as famous as his deadly design as a flaming skeleton in biker leather. The artists behind the new comic have assured fans that car will still have the iconic flames, as depicted by the newly released artwork. The new story (the series is also a sequel of sorts, passing on the Ghost Rider name and curse to a new individual) involves a young man, Robbie Reyes from East L.A becoming the new Ghost Rider and using his Charger has his vehicle of choice. This update will certainly spice up this famous franchise and leave it open for more new ideas. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Iconic Vehicle Reinventions:** Opportunity to reinvent and modernize well-known characters by updating their iconic vehicles. - **Sequel Stories and Succession:** Opportunity to pass on the mantle and create new stories and characters within established franchises. - **Flaming Design Innovations:** Opportunity to explore new visual designs and reimagine iconic flaming elements in popular characters. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive Industry:** Opportunity for automobile manufacturers and designers to collaborate with comic book publishers to create unique vehicles for iconic characters. - **Entertainment Industry:** Opportunity for filmmakers and game developers to adapt and expand upon well-loved comic book characters and storylines. - **Design and Illustration Industry:** Opportunity for artists and designers to reimagine and update the visual aspects of beloved characters, such as their iconic vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hybrid Design Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spirit-electric-motorcycle.md) - [Electric Stealthy Production Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charger-daytona-electric.md) - [Inaugural Custom Mustang Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-mustang.md) - [Transparent Electric Cafe Racers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crdos-ghost-concept-motorcycle.md) - [Highly-Customizable Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hellcat.md) - [Callback American Muscle Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dodge-charger-super-bee.md) - [Immersive Muscle Car Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nextgeneration-muscle-car.md) - [Inaugural Electric Muscle Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charger-daytona-srt.md) - [Customized Vehicle Builds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dude-ram.md)