Ideas
Explore the world's #1 largest database of ideas and innovations, with 459,692 inspiring examples.
Trend Reports
Discover why 1,236 brands rely on our AI-powered Trend Reports to get better, faster insights.
Newsletter
Join 321,366 subscribers who rely on our weekly newsletter to keep up with need-to-know trends and insights.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Consumer Insights
Uncover major shifts and emerging opportunities with our exclusive PRO research.
Trend Reports
Discover why 1,236 brands rely on our AI-powered Trend Reports to get better, faster insights.
Newsletter
Join 321,366 subscribers who rely on our weekly newsletter to keep up with need-to-know trends and insights.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Advisory & Services
Accelerate innovation and ignite disruptive thinking with our award-winning programs and research.
Trend Reports
Get fast, customized trend reports, presentations and deep dives 20x faster than traditional research.
Plans
Get started today with a free consultation, our self-serve tools, or a dedicated program.
Articles & Magazine
Get inspired with our 4,208 innovation strategy articles, keynote, videos and innovation tools.
Innovation Awards
Trend Hunter’s Innovation Strategy Awards recognize the best innovation tactics gathered from our interviews with some of the world's most notable business leaders, authors and change makers.
Advisory & Services
Accelerate innovation and ignite disruptive thinking with our award-winning programs and research.
Innovation Assessment
Enhance your innovation potential with a deeper understanding of your unique innovation archetype and how your organization benchmarks.
FuturistU
Prepare for the years ahead with 100+ lessons, tactics, tools and frameworks with our full learning database.
Innovation Books
Join 20,000,000 people getting better and faster with our New York Times Bestselling books and keynote videos.
Jeremy Gutsche
Ignite your event or virtual event with our CEO, a NY Times Bestselling Author and one of the top innovation keynote speakers.
Our Team of Speakers & Virtual Presenters
Inspire your group with our most popular speakers on innovation, trends, change and futurism.
Custom Training & Events
Bring the Future Festival experience directly to your team or co-hosted custom event.
Custom Masterclasses
Join the world's leading brands who leverage our custom programs to accelerate innovation.
FuturistU 5-Day Program
Become a Futurist with our immersive 5-Day program at Future Festival World Summit.
Online eLearning
Learn the fundamentals of futurism and trends with 100+ online courses about innovation.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Contact
Get in touch to learn more, ask a question or submit a tip.
About Us
Learn more about Trend Hunter and how we accelerate innovation.
Follow-Us
Join our 3,500,000 social media followers, on the cutting edge.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
FAQ
Get answers to common questions about Trend Hunter.
Community
Stay on the cutting-edge with the help of the Trend Hunter community.
Team
Meet the team trusted by hundreds of leading businesses worldwide.
Jobs
Find opportunities to accelerate your career with the #1 Trend Firm.
News
Catch up on noteworthy Trend Hunter news and media mentions.
Join
Build a portfolio and put your trend-spotting abilities to the test.
Advertising
Supercharge your marketing by partnering with Trend Hunter.
Portfolio
Visit your public portfolio and browse your past articles.
Add a Trend
Write up an article and showcase your trend-spotting skills.
My Trends
Edit your articles and see how they stack up on the leaderboards.
Settings
Edit your profile, connect your social media accounts, and more.
Add a trend, customize your dashboard, or track topics.
Future Festival
Innovation Events
Join the world's top innovators at our in person events.
Free Webinars
Learn to innovate through chaos, navigate the new normal and maintain work culture from home.
Custom Training & Events
Bring the Future Festival experience directly to your team or co-hosted custom event.
Search our database of 459,692 cutting edge ideas.

Social Road Trip Apps

The 'SmileDrive' App Integrates Social Media with Road Trips

— August 13, 2013 — Autos
If you're headed out on a road trip soon, take the 'SmileDrive' app with you to turn your adventure into an immersive social experience. SmileDrive is an Android app by Volkswagen that adds a social media element to your journey. The app syncs with any Bluetooth-enabled car to record your trips, let you unlock accomplishments and share your adventures.

To get started with Volkswagen's app, all you have to do is pair your phone with your car. The app will then run automatically to record your drives. SmileDrive gives you a 'Smile Score' at the end of each drive based on things like distance and weather. The app also awards you with virtual stickers if goals are achieved. If you would like to share your trip, all you have to do is create a 'Smilecast' where you can share a comprehensive documentation of your route.
Trend Themes
1. Immersive Social Media - An increasing trend is the integration of social media with various experiences, such as road trips, to create immersive and engaging interactions.
2. Connected Car Technology - The use of connected car technology, like Bluetooth-enabled apps, is a rising trend that enhances the driving experience and provides new functionalities.
3. Gamification of Travel - Travel apps, like SmileDrive, incorporating gamification elements to reward users with virtual stickers and scores is an emerging trend in the industry.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - Automotive companies and technology providers can explore opportunities to develop and integrate social media apps that enhance the driving experience and create new value propositions.
2. Travel & Tourism Industry - The travel industry can leverage the growing trend of gamification in travel apps to engage customers, encourage exploration, and provide unique travel experiences.
3. Mobile App Development - The mobile app development industry can capitalize on the demand for immersive social media experiences by creating innovative apps that integrate social media with various activities and experiences.
5
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness