The BMW Tandem Brings Class to the Backcountry
Michael Hines — January 25, 2012 — Autos
References: yankodesign
Designer Simone Modella has designed a fierce four-wheeler dubbed the BMW Tandem. The Tandem is a two-seater off-roader designed to tear up the track as well as the trail. The aggressive design of this car is a departure from typical BMW designs which are known for their elegance and grace as opposed to their ability to intimidate.
The BMW Tandem is a conceptual design in every sense of the phrase, but it is grounded in reality in one aspect: its engine. The Tandem is powered by the same 193 horsepower engine found in the BMW S1000rr motorcycle. It's unlikely that BMW would branch out into off-road vehicles anytime soon given its success and its image as a maker of luxury automobiles. Still, it's nice to see what a BMW-badged off-road vehicle would look like should one ever exist.
The BMW Tandem is a conceptual design in every sense of the phrase, but it is grounded in reality in one aspect: its engine. The Tandem is powered by the same 193 horsepower engine found in the BMW S1000rr motorcycle. It's unlikely that BMW would branch out into off-road vehicles anytime soon given its success and its image as a maker of luxury automobiles. Still, it's nice to see what a BMW-badged off-road vehicle would look like should one ever exist.
Trend Themes
1. Luxury Off-road Vehicles - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing off-road vehicles that combine luxury and performance for adventurous customers.
2. Aggressive Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring bold and aggressive design elements in traditionally elegant brands to attract new customer segments.
3. High-performance Engine Adaptation - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilizing powerful motorcycle engines in off-road vehicle designs to enhance performance and speed.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive & Transportation Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing luxury off-road vehicles to expand product offerings and target adventurous consumers.
2. Design Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating unique and aggressive designs in the luxury automotive sector to differentiate from traditional elegant designs.
3. Motorcycle & Powersports Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborating with motorcycle brands to adapt high-performance engines for off-road vehicles, combining performance and engineering expertise.
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