# Cutaway Water Vessels The Quadrofoil Electric-Powered Boat Makes for Smooth Sailing By Sarah Moore | Published 2012-05-20 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quadrofoil-electric-powered-boat References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/quadrofoil-electric-hydrofoil-watercraft/22560/) & [quadrofoil](http://www.quadrofoil.com/en/) The Quadrofoil [electric-powered boat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-boat-model) is a high-speed, emission-free option for the water sport enthusiast looking to reduce their carbon footprint while also having a good time. Due to the lack of a traditional motor, the boat makes for a [completely silent ride](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temo450-carbon-edition) so as to not detract from the experience of sailing along the open seas. The unique cut-out side panels on each side of the vessel allow for a unique sailing venture as there is little separating the riders from the water beneath them. The four, leg-like pieces on the water craft also improve rider comfort in this two seater. Due to the unique curvature of these panels, the vessel itself [floats slightly above the water surface](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lift-foils-liftx) which eliminates bumps and jarring from waves below and gives its occupants the feeling that they are flying over the water. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Electric-powered Watercraft:** There is potential for innovation in the development of electric-powered watercrafts designed for water sports enthusiasts. - **Silent Boating:** The concept of motoring water vessels without noise can be expanded upon in order to create new experiences on the water. - **Cutaway Design:** Cutaway designs in water vessels can be utilized for more comfortable and exhilarating rides. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Boating Industry:** The boating industry has the opportunity to explore and invest in eco-friendly, electric-powered watercrafts. - **Water Sports Industry:** The water sports industry can leverage the concept of silent boating to enhance customer experiences. - **Design Industry:** The design industry can experiment with creating new forms of watercrafts using cutaway designs to improve comfort and excitement while sailing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Balanced Hydrofoil Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neocean-overboat-100f.md) - [Hydrofoil-Equipped Yacht Tenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alte-volare-yacht-tender.md) - [Emissions-Free Sport Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-wake-boat.md) - [Eco-Friendly Superyacht Tenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ejet-4x-tender.md) - [Hydrofoil Technology Electric Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vs9.md) - [Range-Roving Hydrofoil Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrofoil-boat.md) - [Emissions-Free Electric Leisure Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosun-elcat-solar-electric-boat.md) - [Motorcycle-Inspired Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/searider-searacer.md) - [Riproaring Electric Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riproaring-electric-boats.md)