# Cinematic Vehicles The X-wing Fighter Boxcar Gives the Competition a Pop-Culture Twist By Christopher DeLuca | Published 2011-05-29 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x-wing-fighter-boxcar References: [instructables](http://www.instructables.com/id/X-Wing-Fighter-Soapbox-Derby-Car/) & [point-o-eight](http://www.point-o-eight.com/soapbox/index.html) The X-wing Fighter Boxcar created for the Nazareth Adult Soapbox Derby gives the competitive sport of [boxcar racing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-99x) a pop-culture twist: the car is based on the fighter from the [Star Wars series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-tray). Regardless of your relationship to the movie, the boxcar is an undeniably cool contraption. The X-wing Fighter Boxcar was even created with and [R2D2 robot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starspeeder-3000) at the very back, just like in the movie. The boxcar is cool because it goes beyond what is normally expected at a derby and it displays the creators' unparalleled adoration of the cinematic series. The X-wing Fighter Boxcar is a remarkable creation for tearing up the road and impressing the judges. It's a shame that it can only be used during races. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Pop Culture Racing:** Incorporating elements of popular TV shows or movies in the design of cars for races or events could be a new trend. - **Cinematic-inspired Vehicles:** There could be a market for creating unique cars inspired by iconic movies or TV shows. - **Nostalgia Racing:** Designing cars that harken back to previous decades and pop culture could be a trend in the racing industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** The automotive industry could explore designing cars that incorporate more pop culture or cinematic elements. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry could partner with car manufacturers or racing events to create unique pop culture-inspired vehicles as promotional opportunities for movies or TV shows. - **Sports:** The sports industry could consider incorporating more unique and creative elements into races and events, such as pop culture-inspired vehicles or themed races. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sci-Fi Electric Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-van.md) - [Stealthy Fantasy-Themed Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f117-4wd-covenant.md) - [Sci-Fi Spacecraft LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scifi-spacecraft-lego-set.md) - [Retro Cinema Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightup-delorean-popcorn.md) - [Subtly Sci-Fi Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-x-citizen-rebel-starfighter-boxed-set.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Cruiser Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venator-attack.md) - [Sleek Reimagined Racing Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-99x.md) - [Reimagined Road-Legal Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roadlegal-supercar.md) - [Sci-Fi Series Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-star-wars-day.md)