# Automotive Flash Drives This Truck-Shaped USB Also Has a Portable Speaker and Radio By Tana Makmanee | Published 2013-05-16 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truckshaped-usb References: [geekalerts](http://www.geekalerts.com/truck-usb-fm-radio-portable-speaker/) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ATL3HGY/?tag=trenhunt0f-20) If you love automobiles and are looking for a creative way to reflect that in your tech accessories, then this truck-shaped USB can conveniently provide you with storage space while simultaneously being an alluring piece of table decor. Designed to look like a classic large-scale shipping truck, this flash drive device also doubles as a [portable radio and speaker system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crankspeaker). While some people like to collect [miniature vintage cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remotecontrolled-cars) or designer models to display at home, why not choose to have something practical you can use for your computer while still showcasing your love for automobiles? This truck-shaped USB is perfect to carry around with you on-the-go, and can easily plug into any laptop or mobile device, allowing you to crank your favorite tunes whenever you please. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Automotive-themed Tech Accessories:** Designing tech accessories with automotive themes to appeal to automobile enthusiasts. - **Multi-functional USB Devices:** Creating USB devices that serve multiple purposes, such as doubling as a portable radio and speaker system. - **Practical and Decorative Tech Accessories:** Developing tech accessories that are both functional and visually appealing, adding a decorative element to the user's environment. ### Where This Applies - **Tech Accessories:** Opportunity for tech accessory companies to create innovative products that cater to specific interests and hobbies of consumers. - **Electronics Manufacturing:** Potential for electronics manufacturers to produce multi-functional USB devices with unique designs. - **Automotive Merchandise:** Automobile-themed merchandise industry can expand its product range by incorporating tech accessories that serve as decorative pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Object-Resembling USB Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandisk-1.md) - [USB-Inspired Travel Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usbinspired-travel-trailer.md) - [Shipping Container Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargo-hard-drive1.md) - [Desktop Display Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minitoo-retro-pc-style.md) - [Portable Automotive Tailpipe Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-911-speaker-20.md) - [Playful External Hard-Disk Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargo-hard-drive.md) - [Four-Way Connective Flash Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centralspot-innovation.md) - [Port-Laden Automotive Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automotive-charger.md) - [Spaceship-Inspired USB Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/docking-station-usb-hub.md)