Vaping or using e-cigarettes have caught on in a big way, thanks to its wonderful flavors and its ability to reduce nicotine addiction.

Here's a look at some interesting trends that will shape this industry in 2017.

Innovative devices

Innovation has been the driving force of every major industry, and vaping is no exception. With growing competition, innovation will be the key differentiator, so device makers are vying with each other to come up with sleek-looking and easy-to-use devices, that also have the ability to give  an enjoyable and flavorful experience for users.

Besides the device, there's a lot of innovation happening in flavors too. Many companies and individuals are experimenting with varying ingredients and mixtures to create a unique and satisfying experience for users.

Cloud chasing

Cloud chasing will see a boom in 2017. We already saw a glimpse of it in the Vaper Expo UK that was held last October in London, and we'll be seeing more of it this year. Already, cloud chasing is a big part of the US vaping culture, and more people are believed to take it, just for the thrill of giving out big clouds. This trend is expected to spread to the UK, Europe and Asian countries too, by this year.

We can even expect to see competitions for cloud chasing!

Community events

Good e-juice combinations have proven to bring down nicotine addictions, and this is why there is greater enthusiasm and support for e-liquids. This year, we can expect to see more community-based events that will showcase the pleasures of vaping, with an intent to enthuse smokers to move to this option.

Donald Trump

Donald Trump can be the best thing that has ever happened to the US vaping industry in some time. Clive Bates, the ex-director of Action on smoking and health opines that Trump's elevation can bring back the US vaping industry from the brink of a collapse. He hopes the CDC and FDA will take into account the science behind vaping and the preferences of consumers while formulating usage directives for vaping products.

More awareness

A combination of health, social and political factors is expected to create wide awareness among people about the ill-effects of smoking.  Many campaigns have been started by different organizations to show the increased connection between smoking and cancer, and these campaigns are expected to reduce the levels of smoking this year. A Gallup poll that surveyed the US, UK and Canada showed that smoking has reduced drastically over the last 40 years, and this trend is likely to continue in 2017 too.

Since it's not possible to give up smoking cold turkey, a good number of smokers may move to e-cigarettes, and this can give a big boost to the vaping industry world over.

To conclude, the current tobacco smoking and e-liquid usage trends look positive for the vaping industry. Political trends, awareness campaigns, innovation in devices and flavors and increased tobacco regulations are likely to augur well for both customers and the industry.