# Commanding Recreational SUV Models The Polestones 01 Boasts a Built-in Kitchen and More By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-09-05 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestones-01 References: [tuvie](https://www.tuvie.com/designed-by-pininfarina-polestones-01-recreational-suv-has-built-in-kitchen/) & [pininfarina.it](https://pininfarina.it/en/the-group/pininfarina-shanghai-co-ltd/)  The Polestones 01 has been designed by [Pininfarina](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pininfarina-pura-vision-concept) as a [luxury recreational SUV](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genesis-x-gran-equator-concept) that would provide travelers with an ultra-comfortable way to get around on their own terms. The vehicle is characterized by its commanding design that is large, well-appointed and engineered with long-haul comfort in mind to keep drivers as well as passengers supported. The vehicle is equipped with a roof-mounted LiDAR system that's reported to be the first solid-state unit ever to be fitted to a production car and boasts Level 2 driver assistance. The Polestones 01 also features a built-in kitchen to accommodate snack and meal preparation from anywhere, while the airplane-like seats offer space for up to seven. The second and third row seats can also be folded down into a [king-size bed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elo-concept). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 18% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxury Recreational Suvs:** Opportunity for luxury car manufacturers to design and produce SUV models specifically tailored for recreational purposes. - **Long-haul Comfort:** Opportunity to innovate and develop vehicle designs that prioritize comfort for extended journeys. - **Integrated Travel Amenities:** Opportunity to create vehicles with built-in kitchens and versatile seating arrangements for convenient food preparation and relaxation during travel. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Manufacturing:** Opportunity for automotive manufacturers to tap into the growing demand for luxury recreational SUVs. - **Travel and Tourism:** Opportunity for the travel and tourism industry to cater to the needs of travelers seeking unique and comfortable transportation options for long-haul journeys. - **Mobile Kitchen Equipment:** Opportunity for mobile kitchen equipment manufacturers to collaborate with automotive companies in integrating kitchen facilities into vehicles for on-the-go meal preparation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vacation-Focused Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar1.md) - [Safety-Centric Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safetycentric-electric-suv.md) - [Ruggedly Chic Luxury Motorhomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chic-luxury-motorhome.md) - [Formidable Off-Road Explorers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krug-expedition.md) - [Luxury Utility Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pininfarina-pura-vision-concept.md) - [Luxury Overlanding Vehicle Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-27north-rexrover.md) - [Open-Air Autonomous Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar-adaptor.md) - [Luxurious Off-Road Motorhomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torsus-praetorian-liberra.md) - [Minimalist Aggressive Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar-8-concept.md)