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Shrinking Storage Cycles

The Eco-Friendly Smart City Cycle Expands into Sleek Storage Units

— October 19, 2012 — Eco
The Smart City Cycle is great for biking in the city or even to run some daily errands. Designed by Yo-Hwan Kim, the futuristic bicycle features a clean, refreshing look that's shaped a lot like the exercise bikes at the gym.

Yo-Hwan Kim's considerate design targets eco-friendly individuals and city dwellers that may want to avoid driving whenever possible. Although biking surely saves on fuel, certain tasks like grocery shopping can be a hassle with a bike. The design takes these daily chores into account and incorporates an extra hidden compressed compartment in the back wheel. Once expanded, the back wheel becomes a storage device and the bike transforms into a tricycle.

Whether it's for daily commutes or running errands, the Smart City Cycle is a convenient way to carry heavy loads like laptops and briefcases as well as satisfy spontaneous shopping needs.
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Bicycles - Opportunity to develop more bicycles that incorporate innovative design features to cater to individuals seeking eco-friendly transportation options with additional storage capabilities.
2. Smart City Infrastructure - Potential for development and integration of smart city infrastructure that supports and encourages the use of bicycles as a convenient and sustainable mode of transportation.
3. Compact Storage Solutions - Need for creative and efficient storage solutions that can be integrated into bicycles to accommodate the needs of urban dwellers and facilitate daily tasks such as grocery shopping.
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle Manufacturing - Manufacturers can explore opportunities to incorporate innovative design features into bicycles, creating a new market segment for eco-friendly bicycles with added storage capabilities.
2. Smart City Technology - Companies specializing in smart city technology can create and implement infrastructure that supports bicycle transportation, such as dedicated bike lanes and secure storage facilities.
3. Logistics and Retail - Logistics and retail companies could capitalize on the demand for compact storage solutions by partnering with bicycle manufacturers to create specially designed bicycles for grocery delivery or mobile pop-up stores.
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