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Compact Commuter Cars

The Agile Eel Electric Vehicle Can Meander in and Out of Traffic

— May 8, 2013 — Autos
The Eel Electric Vehicle has been conceived as a smarter solution to work transportation. Great numbers of people still either require or prefer to drive their own automobiles to the office, often meaning that dozens of kilometers are traveled with just one or two people riding inside.

Given that the practice of carpooling never took off in a way that has ever greatly benefited the planet, Imran Othman chose to include just a pair of seats in this concept car to reduce the size and weight of it. This means that it can park and weave through traffic more easily, plus it needs less fuel to run. Furthermore, the Eel Electric Vehicle operates based on a lithium powered battery for a much more eco-friendly ride.
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Commuter Vehicles - Disruptive innovation opportunities include the creation of electric or hybrid vehicles with smaller frames and fewer seats, aimed at reducing fuel consumption and carbon emissions.
2. Compact Work Commuting Solutions - Disruptive innovation opportunities include creating affordable and efficient transportation solutions, such as electric bikes, scooters, or kick scooters, aimed at reducing the reliance on cars.
3. Smart Urban Transportation - Disruptive innovation opportunities include developing an interconnected, autonomous, and electric public transportation system for urban areas to reduce congestion and improve sustainability.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - The automotive industry can explore designing and manufacturing affordable electric and hybrid compact cars, aimed at reducing carbon emissions while offering an efficient and comfortable commuting experience.
2. Micro-mobility Industry - The micro-mobility industry can design and engineer compact, lightweight, and affordable electric bikes, kick scooters, and other human-powered vehicles for short-distance work commuting solutions.
3. Transportation Industry - The transportation industry can develop smart and efficient public transportation systems that leverage emerging technologies like autonomous driving, electric power, and the Internet of Things, aimed at improving overall sustainability and cost efficiency.
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