# Pimp My Van Can the Japanese Make Mini Vans Cool? By Nisara | Published 2007-07-08 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pimp-my-van-when-japanese-goes-extreamly-custom-their-van References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/eat-your-heart-out,-xzibit/japanese-custom-vans-are-insane-264095.php) At Trend Hunter, we've seen pimp my car, **[pimp my airbus](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pimp-my-airbus)**, and **[pimp my laptop](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pimp-my-laptop-customization-of-laptops)**. This time, let me introduce you to 'pimp my van'. These hip vans are extremely customized, renovated and airbrushed. Some of them look like spaceships while others are dedicated to the drivers' idols and anime characters. **Implications** - The vans look absolutely awesome and would definitely capture the attention of people walking down the street. The images feature [vans that look like spaceships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacecamper-multivan-classic) and aliens from outer space. One of the vans looks like it is equipped with an awesome sound system for those who want to start up a dance party in a parking lot. The [interior looks just like a limo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robeta-ananya-glampervan) featuring white walls, comfy benched seating and even a table. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Customized Vans:** The trend of customizing vans to look like spaceships or with anime characters is on the rise, presenting an opportunity for companies to offer unique and personalized van customization services. - **Van Sound Systems:** The trend of putting powerful sound systems in vans offers an opportunity for companies to create innovative sound systems specifically designed for van interiors. - **Limo-style Van Interiors:** The trend of creating comfortable, limo-style interiors in vans presents an opportunity for companies to design and manufacture stylish, comfortable and practical van interiors for business professionals and leisure travelers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive Industry:** The trend of customizing vans and installing unique features presents an opportunity for the automotive industry to expand into new markets and create new product categories for van customization and personalization services. - **Sound System Industry:** The trend of integrating powerful sound systems in vans offers an opportunity for the sound system industry to create innovative sound systems designed specifically for van interiors and compete in a new market segment. - **Travel and Tourism Industry:** The trend of creating comfortable, limo-style interiors in vans presents an opportunity for the travel and tourism industry to offer unique and stylish transportation options for business professionals and leisure travelers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tiny Urban Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camper-minivan.md) - [Entertainment-Integrated Luxe Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-v.md) - [Multifunctional Micro-Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyoya-kayoibako.md) - [Advanced Old-Fashioned Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-caravan-mountain-base.md) - [Retro-Inspired Japanese Automakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renocas.md) - [Micro Camper Concept Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayoibakok.md) - [Micro Convertible Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-nv200-vanette-myroom.md) - [Convertible Commercial RV Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-and-plugvan.md) - [Sci-Fi Electric Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-van.md)