# Custom Sci-Fi Supercars The Tron Audi R8 by West Coast Customs is One Sleak Beast of a Ride By Jordan M | Published 2011-01-16 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/troni-audi-r8 References: [shockblast.net](http://www.shockblast.net/audi-r8-x-tron/) & [westcoastcustoms](http://www.westcoastcustoms.com/) The Tron Audi R8 by West Coast Customs is a seriously awesome piece of automobile machinery that I would love to get my hands on. It is easily the king of [sci-fi inspired sports cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-subcompact-suv), with a shimmering metallic finish and some seriously cool neon lighting straight from the heart of the Tron aesthetic. The major makeover that led to the Tron Audi R8 was to promote [Monster's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collezione-100) new brand of Tron audio equipment, but there is no doubt that this prototype's intensity will be what catches most people's eyes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 93% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Customization of Supercars:** The Tron Audi R8 proves that personalized and futuristic design options in sports cars are highly sought after by consumers and can lead to new market opportunities for customization. - **Integration of Audio Equipment in Cars:** The promotional Monster Tron audio equipment integration in the Tron Audi R8 demonstrates how car companies can collaborate with audio hardware companies to offer new car models with optimized audio technology. - **Sci-fi Influenced Car Designs:** The Tron Audi R8's slick aesthetics show that futuristic and vibrant designs inspired by movies and graphic novels can cater to consumers who value cutting-edge designs and experiences in their vehicles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automobile Manufacturing:** Automobile manufacturers can collaborate with companies outside of the industry to bring innovative features to their new products, like the Tron Audi R8's integration of audio technology from Monster. - **Auto Customization:** Auto customization companies are in demand as consumers seek to personalize their vehicles, as seen with the Tron Audi R8's unique design. - **Audio Technology:** Companies that specialize in audio technology, such as Monster, can explore new collaborations with automobile manufacturers to integrate their products and add value to new car models. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stealthy Fantasy-Themed Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f117-4wd-covenant.md) - [Sleekly-Designed Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-rs-etron-gt.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-2.md) - [Cyberpunk-Inspired Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyberpunkinspired-sports-cars.md) - [Ultra-Futuristic Modern Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-vision-oneeleven.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Superbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akiraducati-superbike.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-rav4-dark-side-performance-concept.md) - [Electric Performance Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-vision-gt.md) - [Sleek Superhero Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pininfarina-b95-gotham.md)