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Yacht-Inspired Camper Vans

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

This Large Camper Van Blends Spacious Interiors and Stylish Design

— September 3, 2018 — Autos
German automaker Volkswagen has gone ahead and unveiled its latest and greatest offering, a large camper van called the Grand California.

With a wheelbase of 6.8 meters, this large camper van embraces the benefits of substantial size, which it shows off by virtue of its unusually high roof. From the outside, it's evident that this camper van features design cues inspired by yachts, with the floor setup reminiscent of boat decks, while the bright choice of colors adds a touch of sea-faring class to this road vehicle.

As far as vehicular performance is concerned, the Grand California's entry-level version comes equipped with a 174-horsepower engine that's paired up with an eight-speed automatic transmission.

Spacious, stylish and streamlined, the Grand California is a camper van designed for travel enthusiasts who don't want to compromise on any of the key elements that make for a top-quality adventuring vehicle.
Trend Themes
1. Large Camper Vans - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore ways to create camper vans with even larger interiors and more stylish design cues inspired by unconventional sources, such as yachts.
2. High Roof Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop camper vans that incorporate innovative roof designs to maximize interior space and provide more comfortable and functional living areas.
3. Bright Color Choices - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experiment with bold and unconventional color choices in camper van designs to offer customers a unique and personalized travel experience.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate the design cues and features of yacht-inspired camper vans into mainstream commercial vehicles to enhance their aesthetic appeal and differentiate them from competitors.
2. Travel and Tourism - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with automakers and camper van manufacturers to create themed travel experiences that combine the comfort and style of yacht-inspired camper vans with unique destination itineraries.
3. Recreational Vehicle Manufacturing - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Improve the design and functionality of camper vans by leveraging yacht-inspired features and materials, creating a new segment of high-end recreational vehicles for luxury adventure seekers.
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