# Custom-Modified Off-Road Vans The Volkswagen Half-Track Fox is Ready for Any Conditions By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-05-31 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-halftrack-fox References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2022/05/28/this-volkswagen-bulli-is-the-brands-most-capable-off-roader-on-the-planet/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=this-volkswagen-bulli-is-the-brands-most-capable-off-roader-on-the-planet) & [vwpress](https://www.vwpress.co.uk/en-gb/releases/4765)  The [Volkswagen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1970-volkswagen-beetle) Half-track Fox is a [custom off-road vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arkonik-havana-defender) by Kurt Kretzner designed with even the most demanding environments in mind. The vehicle maintains the original retro design of the Volkswagen Type 2, but is further equipped with snow tracks to make quick work of wintery conditions in the Alps. The chassis has been updated with an additional two more axles to accommodate a firm grip on uneven terrain, while the 1.2-liter flat-four engine provides 34-horsepower and supports a 35km/h top speed. The Volkswagen Half-track Fox is appointed on the interior with beech and pine wood finishes to give it a durable yet rustic finish. The vehicle is well-suited for life in the demanding environment to support use in winter or summer conditions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Custom Off-road Vehicles for Demanding Environments:** Creating customized off-road vehicles with additional features to cater to the most demanding environments, such as snow tracks for the Alps. - **Retro-design with Modern Additions for All Terrains:** Providing modern additions to the vintage design of vehicles that support off-road adventures on all terrains. - **Interior Design for Durable Conditions:** Introducing durable and rustic finishes to off-road vehicles for harsh environments. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive Industry:** Creating off-road vehicles with custom features that cater to the most demanding environments could have great potential for the automotive industry. - **Tourism Industry:** Vintage off-road vehicles with modern additions could attract adventure-seekers, making it a disruptive innovation opportunity for the tourism industry. - **Outdoor Sports Industry:** Adding new features to off-road vehicles would cater to the needs of outdoor enthusiasts such as skiers, snowboarders and hikers creating a disruptive innovation opportunity for the outdoor sports industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ruggedized Retro Van Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-e350-camper-van.md) - [Road-Ready Dune Buggy Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fordzilla-hypervan.md) - [Cabin-Transformed Vintage Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1970-volkswagen-beetle.md) - [Ruggedly Modified Camping Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1987-mercedesbenz-unimog-u1300l.md) - [Beach-Ready Surfing Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-california-surf.md) - [Formidable Off-Road Explorers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krug-expedition.md) - [Rugged Off-Road Buses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offroad-bus.md) - [Compact Fully-Functioning Camp Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/busbox.md) - [Stealthy Overlanding Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanyx-camper-van.md)