I don't think we will ever see those supercars around, but it is still a unique and innovative car. American designer, Joe Harmon, 27, started the project with other students at North Carolina State University to see whether it was possible to build a performance car out of wood. Their creation - the Splinter - should be completed later this year and they believe it will be capable of speeds in excess of 240mph.
Implications - Harmon's obsession and amazement with wood translates to his exceptional projects. He notes that the feel, look and smell of wood are truly one of a kind and cannot be replicated, and the advantages of this material far outweigh the disadvantages.
World's First Wooden Supercar
The Splinter
Trend Themes
1. Wooden Vehicles - The trend of using wood as an alternative to traditional materials in creating various types of vehicles such as cars and bikes.
2. Sustainable Transportation - The trend of creating more environmentally-friendly modes of transportation utilizing renewable materials such as wood.
3. Custom Made Vehicles - The trend of creating unique one-of-a-kind vehicles that challenge traditional design conventions.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can make use of wooden materials to create hybrid or electric cars, possibly contributing to reducing air pollution.
2. Manufacturing - The manufacturing industry can make use of wood as an alternative to traditional materials in the production of various goods.
3. Sustainable Materials Industry - The sustainable materials industry can use the innovation of creating supercars using wood as a marketing strategy for creating more eco-friendly products.