# Triple-Function Transportation John Hinton's Amphibious Vehicle is a Multifunctional Marvel By manzil | Published 2010-11-30 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shortcutter References: [metro](http://www.metro.co.uk/weird/848671-man-combines-boat-and-mower-to-create-shortcutter) John Hinton has created an amphibious vehicle from a sit-on lawnmower and a boat. Dubbed as 'Shortcutter,' the vehicle moves at a maximum speed of 9kph on the roads and swaps its route for [water cruises](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/propel-kit). There are many more features to be added to this amphibious vehicle, which "could revolutionize the ways of travel." It took nearly two years and cost £1,000 to develope the 'Shortcutter.' John is even in touch with automotive mega brand [Honda](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amphibious-caravan) for a possible mass production of his vehicle in the near future. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 34% | 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Amphibious Vehicle Innovation:** John Hinton's 'Shortcutter' could disrupt the transportation industry by providing a versatile vehicle for both land and water travel. - **Multifunctional Vehicles:** The 'Shortcutter' showcases the potential for vehicles that can serve multiple purposes, opening up opportunities for innovative transportation solutions. - **Collaboration with Automotive Brands:** John Hinton's partnership with Honda highlights the potential for collaborations between individuals and established automotive companies for mass production of innovative vehicles. ### Who This Affects Most - **Transportation:** The 'Shortcutter' could disrupt the transportation industry by offering a new mode of travel with its amphibious capabilities. - **Automotive:** The 'Shortcutter' introduces the potential for innovative vehicles that are multifunctional and adaptable for different terrains and environments. - **Outdoor Equipment:** The 'Shortcutter' demonstrates the innovation potential within the outdoor equipment industry by repurposing a sit-on lawnmower into a versatile amphibious vehicle. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Autonomous Amphibious Vehicle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crosser-v1.md) - [Semi-Amphibious Bus Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/estuary-hopper.md) - [Three-in-One Aquatic Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decathlon-x-outercraft-hydrobike.md) - [Water-Ready Sports Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citron-above-and-under.md) - [Futuristic User-Centric Travel Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-volvo-space.md) - [Luxury Electric Hovercrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arosa-hovercraft.md) - [Wondrously Versatile Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-watercraft.md) - [Road-Legal Flying Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchblade-1.md) - [Aircraft-Like Hydrofoil Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrofoiler-sl3.md)