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Stone-Inspired Racecars

The Taihoo 2046 by Hao Huang is a Concept Car That's Ultra Robust

— June 20, 2012 — Autos
Taihoo 2046 by Hao Huang is a futuristic concept car that takes inspiration from the Taihu stone, which is a type of rock that is popular in Chinese cultures.

The Taihoo 2046 is aimed at the 18 to 35-year-old demographic, ideally for young couples. It sure is a flashy car but for those who can't see inside, it is a car haven as the structured interior can transform into a sleeping area that's perfect for camping. The seats can be folded down while a mesh lining bed stretches out to be used like a hammock.

The car's body is equipped with high-strength acrylic windows that reduce the weight. Film solar cells installed around the vehicle absorbs the sun's energy to charge and power smaller devices. There's no need to hit the cinemas as the ceiling window turns into a blackened screen to watch movies.
Trend Themes
1. Stone-inspired Design - Opportunity for car manufacturers to incorporate unique and visually appealing stone-inspired design elements in future car models.
2. Transformable Interiors - Potential for car manufacturers to develop innovative transformable interiors that can serve multiple functions such as sleeping areas or workspace for young couples on long trips.
3. Solar-powered Vehicles - Opportunity for car manufacturers to integrate solar cells into the body of vehicles to harness solar energy for charging and powering smaller devices.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Disruptive innovation opportunities for automakers to differentiate their products by incorporating stone-inspired designs and transformable interiors.
2. Interior Design - Opportunities for interior design firms to collaborate with car manufacturers to create innovative and functional transformable interiors.
3. Renewable Energy - Potential for renewable energy companies to partner with car manufacturers to develop solar-powered vehicles and explore new ways to harness solar energy in the automotive industry.
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