# Power Tool-Powered Vehicles The 'TOXIC' Racer Vehicle is 3D-Printed and Powered by a Drill By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-03-21 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/racer-vehicle References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2017/03/21/future-of-3dprinted-transportation/) Designed and developed for the Akkuschrauberrennen drill race in Germany, the 'TOXIC' racer vehicle highlights a stylish aesthetic that is exceptionally created with functionality in mind. Powered only by a [cordless electric drill](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoto-12v-brushless-drill), the 'TOXIC' vehicle features a [triangular design that has been 3D-printed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delta) and offers a distinct level of style that is overtly modern and inherently efficient. The 'TOXIC' racer vehicle is durably designed and powerful enough to reach speeds of up to 12mph, which makes the unit an impressive example of what can be done with just a bit of ingenuity and a whole lot of intensive work. The 'TOXIC' vehicle is the design work of five students who consist of Achim Staude, Bastian Reichhardt, Christian Kornfeld and Christoph Uebel. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Drill-powered Vehicles:** Manufacturing companies can invest in developing a wide variety of 3D-printed vehicles that can be powered by drills. - **Efficient and Modern Design:** Professional designers and engineers can create modern and efficient designs to deliver gorgeous vehicles with a sleek appearance and innovative functionality. - **Innovative Races:** The international community can encourage innovative drills races by organizing and promoting competitions that push the boundaries of design and functionality. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automobile Manufacturing:** Incorporate 3D printing as a manufacturing process in the creation of vehicles to enhance design creativity and manufacture efficiency. - **Power Tool Manufacturing:** Manufacture cordless electric drills that can power 3D-printed vehicles to increase versatility and possible uses for cordless drills. - **Sporting Event Organizers:** Organize and promote drill-powered races to create a new type of racing event that blends design, engineering, and sports. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High-Power Handheld Maker Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cordless-diy-tool.md) - [Meticulous Electric-Free Toy Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grip-car.md) - [Sculpted Digital Electric Drills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cordless-electric-drill.md) - [Air-Powered Racer Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airpower-turbo-racer.md) - [Electric Hot Rod Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-hot-rod.md) - [Electric Superhero Vehicle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p64-lancehead.md) - [Drone-Equipped Electric Off-Roaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolfgang-la-thundertruck.md) - [3D-Printed Sports Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hv001-hybrid-sports-car.md) - [Motor-Powered Diwheels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-diwheel.md)