# Transformer Utility Vehicles Rapid Tracked Vehicle is an ATV, Search-and-Rescue Car & a Mini Tank By manzil | Published 2010-07-31 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rapid-tracked-vehicles References: [diseno-art](http://www.diseno-art.com/encyclopedia/strange_vehicles/rtv_double_r.html) & [automotto.org](http://www.automotto.org/entry/weird-rtvs-double-r-racer-double-r-response-and-double-r-weapon/) Coventry University student Roberto Rodricks designed this RTV, or the Rapid Tracked Vehicle, a car that transforms into three separate concepts. The RTV Double R Racer is a [fast all-terrain vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-polaris-rzr-pro-r-factory), while the RTV Double R Response is a search-and-rescue vehicle that can navigate both snow and sand. The RTV Double R Weapon is for military operations; it's equipped with arms and ammunition. The Rapid Tracked Vehicle is packed with a 5.5 liter [Audi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-vista-roadster) [V12](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ferrari-12cilindri-manuale) engine and made of carbon fiber, fiberglass, aluminum and titanium. The vehicle features a heads-up display to show speed and fuel consumption. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Transforming Vehicles:** Opportunity for creating vehicles that can morph into multiple concepts, catering to different needs and industries. - **All-terrain Vehicles:** Innovation in designing versatile vehicles that can navigate through various terrains and environments. - **Advanced Vehicle Materials:** Potential for developing vehicles with lightweight, durable and advanced materials like carbon fiber, fiberglass, aluminum, and titanium. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to create versatile vehicles with transforming capabilities for various purposes. - **Search and Rescue Industry:** Opportunity to enhance search and rescue operations by designing vehicles that can navigate diverse terrains like snow and sand. - **Defense Industry:** Potential for developing advanced military vehicles equipped with arms and ammunition for combat operations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Three-Wheeled Tank Track Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oruga-unitrack.md) - [Rugged Rescue Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-rescue-vehicle.md) - [Utilitarian Electric Four-Wheel Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/utv.md) - [Rural-Ready RUV Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roewe-panda.md) - [Rugged Commercial UTVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/commercial-utv.md) - [Inclusive All-Terrain EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exoquad-v2.md) - [Mars ATV Trikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atv-trike.md) - [Integrated Engine Off-Roading Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubishack.md) - [Rugged Unmanned Ground Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unmanned-ground-vehicle.md)