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# The Air Car
Eco-Motor Runs On Air

By cosio55 | Published 2007-09-06 | Autos
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-air-car
References: [theaircar](http://www.theaircar.com)

This revolutionary new car from MDI is the future of [eco-friendly vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-electric-microcar). The only thing the motor runs on is fresh air! What goes into this baby is exactly what the exhaust puts out again. MDI is planning on selling the vehicles for as low as 6,000 Euros. There are even plans to make [buses and taxi cabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dhaka) in the future, running on the same [green technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amoby-air-purifier).

**Implications** - Modern consumers desire ways to stay environmentally friendly amongst the increasing amounts of harm being done to the planet. Products made through sustainable methods are appealing to those who want to maintain their lifestyles while being eco-conscious. Companies could focus on this desire for more green-friendly items to draw in more shoppers.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.2/10
- Popularity: 72% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos)

## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Air-powered Vehicles:** Opportunity for companies to invest in and develop air-powered technology to reduce carbon emissions.
- **Sustainable Transportation:** Opportunity for companies to explore and invest in eco-friendly transportation models and technologies.
- **Affordable Eco-friendly Vehicles:** Opportunity for companies to meet the growing demand for affordable eco-friendly vehicles in the global market.

### Where This Applies

- **Automotive:** Opportunity for automotive companies to incorporate air-powered technology into their vehicles to appeal to eco-conscious consumers.
- **Energy:** Opportunity for energy companies to invest in sustainable energy sources and technologies to power eco-friendly vehicles.
- **Transportation Services:** Opportunity for transportation companies to introduce air-powered buses and taxis as an eco-friendly transportation alternative.

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