# Limited-Edition Automaker Surfboards The Limited-Edition Tesla Surfboards Sold Out Instantly By Justin Lam | Published 2018-07-30 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesla-surfboards References: [news.sky](https://news.sky.com/story/elon-musks-latest-offering-1500-tesla-surfboards-11453989) & [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2018/7/29/17627664/tesla-surfboard-sold-out-merchandise) [Tesla](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesla-cyberbeer) may be known best for its innovative and luxury electric cars, but its newly released Tesla surfboards shows the company's ability to create interesting merchandise with a technological focus. Designed in collaboration with Lost Surfboards and Matt "Mayhem" Biolos, this unique piece of merchandise shares the same finish as the company's cars. The Tesla surfboards also come reinforced with carbon fiber for increased durability. According to the description on the company's website, the surfboard can easily fit inside the [Model S](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sapphire), X and 3 on either the inside or the outside of the vehicle. The Tesla surfboards were only released in limited quantities, with only 200 being made in total. This limited amount sold out almost immediately but several examples of the Tesla merchandise have already appeared on [eBay](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Marketplace-based-auto-retail) for sale. Image Credit: Tesla ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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 - **Luxury Collaborations:** Businesses can explore creating unique pieces of merchandise in collaboration with luxury brands for added value and exclusivity. - **Tech-infused Merchandise:** Businesses can incorporate technology into their merchandise to provide innovative products for consumers. - **Limited Editions:** Creating limited edition items can create a sense of exclusivity that can generate a high demand and lead to quick sell-outs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** The collaboration between the auto industry and the surfing community offers an opportunity to create unique, tech-infused products. - **Luxury Goods:** The collaboration between luxury goods and technology can create exclusive products that appeal to high-end consumers. - **Sports and Recreation:** The sports industry presents opportunities for companies to create tech-infused merchandise for outdoor enthusiasts and athletes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Branded Electric Vehicle Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesla-cyberbeer.md) - [Ruggedized Electric Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruggedized-electric-surfboard.md) - [Vintage Vehicle Surf Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-x-almond-surf-collection.md) - [Coastal Aesthetic Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surf-lx.md) - [Collectible Car-Inspired Whistles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesla-cyberwhistle.md) - [Modular Electric Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-electric-surfboard.md) - [Biotech-Informed Surfboard Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battboard-electric-surfboard.md) - [Limited-Edition Surf Culture SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-land-rover-defender-beach-break-edition.md) - [Electric SUV-Inspired Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-suvinspired-beer.md)