# Automobile Safety Multitools The Swiss+Tech BodyGard XL7 Packs Must-Have Functionality in One Tool By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2014-12-29 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swisstech-bodygard-xl7 References: [crnchy](http://crnchy.com/gear/swisstech-bodygard-xl7/) & [swisstechtools](http://www.swisstechtools.com/proddetail.aspx?pid=74) Although many of us would prefer to not need such a tool, the Swiss+Tech BodyGard XL7 provides unparalleled functionality for car owners. Small enough to [fit on a keychain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinyblade) without being too cumbersome, the Swiss+Tech BodyGard XL7 features the ability to break glass or cut a seatbelt in the event of a crash. Additionally, the Swiss+Tech BodyGard XL7 features a built-in alarm, flashlight, an emergency flasher and even a tire tread checker as well as a tire pressure gauge to make vehicular maintenance less of a headache when searching for the [right tool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omnipro-wrench). Whether you're looking for a gift for a man, woman, teen or whomever, the Swiss+Tech BodyGard XL7 is a must-have for motorists who want to stay safe when out on the roads. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Automobile Safety Tools:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating compact, multipurpose tools for car safety. - **Keychain Safety Gadgets:** Opportunity to develop innovative safety gadgets that can easily fit on a keychain. - **Enhanced Vehicular Maintenance Tools:** Opportunity to design tools that combine multiple functions for convenient vehicular maintenance. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity lies in developing innovative car safety accessories. - **Personal Safety Gadgets:** Opportunity to create compact and versatile personal safety gadgets. - **Automotive Tools and Equipment:** Opportunity to revolutionize the automotive tools and equipment market with integrated multifunctional tools. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Efficiently Engineered EDC Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lever-gear-edge-xt.md) - [Tracker-Friendly Carabiner Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atech-airtag-multitool.md) - [Pocket-Ready Multitool Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gerber-prybrid.md) - [Functionally Fashionable Escape Hammers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emergency-car-window-breaker.md) - [10-in-One Tracker-Friendly Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airtag-multitool.md) - [Metallic Multitool Wallet Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ekster-tool-card.md) - [Compact Carabiner Multi-Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carabiner-multitool.md) - [Camping-Friendly Compact Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victorinox-pocketknives.md) - [Centralized Driver Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gerber-centerdrive-rescue.md)