# Futuristic Auto Hoverboards (UPDATE) The Lexus Hoverboard is Now a Reality for Fans & Tech Junkies By Gurveer Brah | Published 2015-08-07 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lexus-hoverboard References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2015/08/04/the-lexus-hoverboard-is-real-this-is-how-it-works/) & [lexus-int](http://www.lexus-int.com/amazinginmotion/slide/) The [Lexus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-bev-sports) Hoverboard is officially a reality for fans and consumers. Ever since its public debut in the Back to the Future series, the hoverboard has been a concept that has long since been in development. Lexus set it sights on innovating this popular concept and turning it into a reality. According to pro skateboarder and hoverboard test rider Ross McGouran, "The hoverboard is constructed from an insulated core, containing HTSLs (high temperature superconducting blocks). These are housed in cryostats - reservoirs of liquid nitrogen that cool the superconductors to -197°C." This "insulated core" technology mixed with the [magnetic track](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audiotechnica-hotaru) that is constructed in the foundation of the hover-park keeps the board "pinned" in a state of magnetic flux, being able to support the skater's weight. The Lexus hoverboard also uses natural bamboo and an [ultra lightweight casing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aero-pro) that makes it not only durable, but a sleek design that melds the futuristic concept with the skateboard culture that paved the way. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hoverboard Technology:** The development of insulated core technology and magnetic track systems creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in transportation and recreational industries. - **Futuristic Design:** The use of natural bamboo and lightweight casing in the Lexus hoverboard presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the design and fashion industries. - **Integration of Superconductors:** The application of HTSLs and cryostats in the construction of the hoverboard opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in the materials and manufacturing industries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Transportation:** The hoverboard technology could revolutionize personal transportation and create opportunities for disruptive innovation in the automotive industry. - **Recreational:** The futuristic design of hoverboards offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in the recreational and sports equipment industries. - **Fashion:** The sleek and stylish design of the Lexus hoverboard presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the fashion and accessories industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hoverboard-Luggage Design Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trunk-car.md) - [Luxury Electric Hovercrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arosa-hovercraft.md) - [Floating Decorative Desk Setups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levitating-cybertruck.md) - [Intuitive Remote-Free Electric Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-skateboard.md) - [Hybridized Electric Longboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybridized-electric-longboards.md) - [High-Powered Electric Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-bev-sports.md) - [Modular Monowheel Hoverboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naowheel.md) - [Flying Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-car-concepts.md) - [Hydrogen-Powered Off-Road Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-rov.md)