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Overt Auto

A desire to exude confidence prompts audacious forms of mature display

Implications - In a society where materialistic goods serve as a representation of personal wealth, consumers are turning to more overt and grandiose automobiles as a method to express individuality. Associating size with confidence, consumers turn to large cars to elevate their status. This speaks to the longevity of status as a priority among consumers.
Trend Themes
1. Luxury Status Symbol Vehicles - Consumers are turning to more overt and grandiose automobiles as a method to express individuality, speaking to the longevity of status as a priority among consumers.
2. Customized Niche Vehicles - Fashion designers and automakers are collaborating to produce one-of-a-kind vehicles, providing a way to stand out in a crowded market.
3. Environmentally-friendly Military Vehicles - The US Army is in collaboration with automakers to apply hydrogen cell fuel technology in extreme military environments, showcasing the trend towards eco-friendly military vehicles.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Luxury car features and customization options show continued demand for unique and exclusive vehicles.
2. Defense - Developments in environmentally-friendly military vehicles point to a trend towards sustainability and efficiency in the defense industry.
3. Adventure and Outdoor Recreation - Aggressive and heavy-duty off-road vehicles showcase the continued demand for rugged and versatile transportation options for outdoor enthusiasts.
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Aggressive Wrangler Autos
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The Rhino XT wrangler auto offers a souped up all-terrain design that is built for plowing through all sorts of landscapes and regions. The car is modelled after the popular adventure Jeep Wrangler... MORE
Fashion Designer Cars
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The Paul Smith Land Rover Defender Sports 27 Different Paint Colors
The Paul Smith Land Rover Defender may be the most fashionable off-roader around. Yes, you’d look good tearing up the countryside in a Mercedes G-Class or BMW X5, but how many of those were... MORE
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For a cool $1,000,000 you can own the Dartz Black Snake Edition. The China-only SUV is meant to celebrate the upcoming Year of the Snake. The Latvian automaker has based its latest design off of the... MORE
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If you love adventure but don’t like being away from home for long periods of time, the Sportsmobile Ultimate Adventure Vehicle was made for you. This four-wheel drive looks tough on the outside.... MORE
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The Mercedes Benz G36 AMG 6X6 is a Mini Tank
Some people like really big cars, so the Mercedes Benz G36 AMG should be worth checking out if that’s your case. This G-Class wagon has six wheels which might constitute this as a mini truck (... MORE
Lavishing Platinum SUV Vehicles
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The Porsche Cayenne Platinum Edition Was Showcased at 2014 NAIAS
The brand new Porsche Cayenne Platinum Edition has made its debut at the 2014 NAIAS. This elegant luxury SUV features a stunning platinum exterior where there will be two models available. The V-6... MORE
Luxury Golden Vehicles
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The Bentley Bentayga is Rumored to Be the Most Opulent SUV Made
The all-new Bentley Bentayga is rumored to be the most luxurious golden car of its kind offering the fastest speed in an SUV design and an all-time sleek ride. The car comes in an opulent rose gold... MORE
Fuel Cell Military Trucks
Fuel Cell Military Trucks
This Fuel Cell Chevrolet Colorado Emits Only Water
This fuel cell Chevrolet Colorado is a highly innovative vehicle that is being developed by none other than the US Army in collaboration with American automaker General Motors. This vehicle is... MORE

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