# Transmogrifying Green Vehicles The Paean Concept Car Facilitates a Revolutionary Escape to Nature By Amelia Roblin | Published 2014-04-02 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paean-concept-car References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2014/04/02/a-rejuvenating-vehicle/) & [michelinchallengedesign](http://www.michelinchallengedesign.com/the-challenge-archives/2014-driven-undriven/2014-showcase/paean-by-kyoung-duck-ryu-south-korea/) The Paean concept car encourages the driver to appreciate the journey, as well as the destination. This [futuristic eco vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nebula-next) has been developed to [change shape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elo-concept), offering the modern motorist two modes in which to cruise and park. The idea is that such a conveyance would certainly satisfy as a [quick commuter vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/numa-concept), but that its forte would be to help the city slicker escape to nature. Kyoung-duck Ryu designed the water-guzzling automobile to be streamlined and organic in form, affording it least resistance at high speeds. It makes the trip to the country, the coast or the forest very efficient. Once the scenery becomes pleasant, the Paean concept car's roof can be raised, establishing an all-windows-down sort of experience for fresh air and fantastic views. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Shape-shifting Vehicles:** The Paean concept car's ability to change shape opens opportunities for innovative designs and customizable functions in the automotive industry. - **Enhanced Commuter Experience:** By focusing on the journey as well as the destination, the Paean concept car highlights the potential for creating innovative features that enhance the overall experience of commuting and traveling. - **Eco-friendly Transportation:** The Paean concept car's eco-conscious design presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the green vehicle industry, pushing for more sustainable and efficient transportation solutions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive Industry:** The shape-shifting capabilities of the Paean concept car can inspire disruptive innovation in vehicle design, functionality, and customization within the automotive industry. - **Commuter Services:** The focus on enhancing the commuter experience opens doors for disruptive innovation in the development of services and technologies that cater to improving urban transportation and commuter convenience. - **Green Vehicle Industry:** The Paean concept car's eco-friendly features and emphasis on sustainability create opportunities for disruptive innovation in the green vehicle industry, pushing for advancements in eco-conscious transportation solutions and technologies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Escapism Electric Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trekker-concept-vehicle.md) - [Shapeshifting Communal EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kia-concept.md) - [Recycled Material Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akxy2-vehicle.md) - [Water-Ready Sports Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citron-above-and-under.md) - [Weekend Excursion City Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playbox-urban-mobility.md) - [Elevating Passenger Level Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-cascade.md) - [Lifestyle-Conscious Transportation Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kia-pod-concept.md) - [Weather-Inspired Autonomous Car Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citron-la-mto.md) - [Shapeshifting Interior Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-gentravel-concept.md)