# Gliding Electric Vessels This Personal Quadrofoil Boasts High Speed and Low Noise on the Water By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-11-10 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quadrofoil References: [luxurylaunches](http://luxurylaunches.com/transport/electric-quadrofoil-lets-you-fly-above-the-water.php) & [quadrofoil](http://quadrofoil.com/) The Quadrofoil is an impressive [all-electric personal watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-boat-model) that looks like something out of a sci-fi movie, although this is the real deal. The idea was first introduced as a prototype back in 2012, and now the production version of the [personal hydrofoil](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lift-foils-lift5) is now ready for global pre-orders. Aside from its design, some of the most impressive features of the watercraft include that it produces virtually no pollution, [zero emissions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otter-bike-explorer) and only small waves, thanks to hydrofoils and the electric motor. Size-wise, the watercraft is capable of seating two adults and boasts being able to reach speeds of 30 km/h or 16 knots. In terms of cost, this impressive watercraft will set you back about $28,000, although you'll definitely have some impressive adventures on the water. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Electric Watercraft:** The Quadrofoil is a disruptive innovation opportunity in the electric watercraft industry, offering high-speed and low noise on the water. - **Hydrofoil Technology:** Hydrofoil technology used in the Quadrofoil presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in watercraft design, providing low emissions and minimal wave production. - **Sustainable Transportation:** The Quadrofoil represents a disruptive innovation opportunity in the sustainable transportation industry, with its zero emissions and low pollution features. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Electric Watercraft Industry:** The Quadrofoil disrupts the electric watercraft industry by offering high-performance and environmentally friendly options for personal water transportation. - **Watercraft Design Industry:** The Quadrofoil's use of hydrofoil technology disrupts the watercraft design industry, enabling improved efficiency and reduced environmental impact. - **Sustainable Transportation Industry:** The Quadrofoil disrupts the sustainable transportation industry by providing a stylish and eco-friendly alternative for personal water travel. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Balanced Hydrofoil Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neocean-overboat-100f.md) - [Hydrofoiling Electric Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrofoiling-electric-boats.md) - [Range-Roving Hydrofoil Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrofoil-boat.md) - [Motorcycle-Inspired Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/searider-searacer.md) - [Electric Hydrofoil Watercrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candela-c8.md) - [Hydrofoil Technology Electric Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vs9.md) - [Hydrofoil-Equipped Yacht Tenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alte-volare-yacht-tender.md) - [Easy-to-Ride Hydrofoil Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/awake-vinga-3.md) - [Riproaring Electric Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riproaring-electric-boats.md)