# Versatile Hauling Vans The Opel Vivaro Surf Concept Able Hauls Gear and People By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-09-29 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surf-concept References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/opel-surf-concept-van-takes-your-crew-and-gear-to-the-beach/39315/) & [media.gm](http://media.gm.com/media/intl/en/opel/news.detail.html/content/Pages/news/intl/en/2015/opel/09-08-vivaro-surf-concept.html) The [Opel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opel-rocks-electric-extreme-concept) Vivaro Surf Concept is a [gear-hauling van](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-primastar-flexvan) that offers a lot of space to haul gear without compromising on the amount of space available to passengers. This vehicle manages to haul as much as four cubic meters of cargo in the back whilst still providing comfortable and spacious seating for five to six people. This vehicle is designed for road trips of all kinds, and is designed for comfort and leisure on the road. It is equipped with an integrated WiFi hotspot that allows passengers to stay connected to the online world and their personal communications while on the road. The Opel Vivaro Surf Concept is fitted with plush leather seating that comes from Opel's Irmscher Tourer package, with a blue sidewall and roof liner lighting allowing for a cool and literally chilled out interior ambiance. Blending intelligent design with powerful performance, the Opel Vivaro Surf Concept stands out as a versatile and highly functional van. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Gear-hauling Vans:** Opportunities for innovative van designs that maximize cargo space without sacrificing passenger comfort. - **Road Trip Vehicles:** Potential for vehicles designed specifically for comfort and leisure while on the road. - **Connected Vans:** Integration of WiFi hotspots in vans for passengers to stay connected on the go. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive Industry:** Disruptions in van designs and features to meet the evolving needs of customers. - **Travel and Leisure Industry:** New opportunities for road trip vehicles that offer comfort and convenience to travelers. - **Telecommunication Industry:** Integration of WiFi hotspots in vehicles to provide continuous connectivity for passengers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Capacious Pop-Top Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poptop-campervan.md) - [Concept-Inspired Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offroad-camper-van.md) - [Beach-Ready Camping Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beachy-van-540.md) - [Retro-Style Pop-Up Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citron-type-holidays.md) - [Dynamic Convertable Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/type-holidays.md) - [Cubic Convertible Camping Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adria-mode.md) - [Convertible Commercial RV Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-and-plugvan.md) - [Family-Friendly Concept Campers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concept-campers.md) - [Beach-Ready Surfing Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-california-surf.md)