# Ultra Snowmobiles Forget the Cold on the TH!NK FROST as You Bomb Around in the Snow By Going Like Sixty | Published 2009-03-11 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-snowmobile-forget-the-frost-as-you-careen-on-the-snowpack References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2009/03/thnk_frost_is_l.php?p=4&cat=undefined#more) The designer of this [ultra snowmobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/complimentary-snowmobile-ride), Anders Gloslie of Norway, is apparently getting tired of freezing his patoot during his commute. His super snowmobile concept for [two riders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scooter-platform) is calle the TH!NK FROST. It has [treads like a snowmobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-polaris-rzr-pro-r-factory), a body like a car and I am assuming, a kick butt heater to move that heat from the rear of the vehicle to my own rear. Uff da! Now this, my friends, is my idea of a snowmobile. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Electric Snowmobiles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for the snowmobile industry to transition from traditional gas-powered models to electric snowmobiles, providing a more eco-friendly and sustainable option for riders. - **Hybrid Snowmobiles:** Opportunity for the snowmobile industry to develop hybrid models that combine the power of traditional gas engines with the efficiency of electric motors, offering improved fuel economy and reduced emissions. - **Connected Snowmobiles:** Innovation opportunity for the snowmobile industry to incorporate connectivity features, such as GPS navigation, real-time weather updates, and smartphone integration, enhancing the overall riding experience. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in the automotive industry to collaborate with snowmobile manufacturers towards developing electric and hybrid snowmobiles. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Opportunity for the outdoor recreation industry to embrace electric and hybrid snowmobiles as a sustainable alternative to traditional gas-powered models, attracting eco-conscious consumers. - **Smart Technology:** Innovation opportunity in the smart technology industry to partner with snowmobile manufacturers and integrate connectivity features into snowmobiles, offering a technologically advanced outdoor experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Canadian Standing Snowmobiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/widescape.md) - [Weatherized Winter Concept Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x-snow-speedium.md) - [Performance-Driven Snowmobile Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snowmobile-lineups.md) - [Snow-Faring Mountain Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorized-mountain-bike.md) - [Dual-Mode Mobility Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duomick.md) - [Premium Snow Bike Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yeti-snowmx.md) - [Featherweight Snow Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-bikes.md) - [All Terrain Electric Skis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skwheel-one.md) - [Carbon Fiber Snow Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-yeti-snowmx-lineup.md)