The face of urban transportation will change immensely in the coming years as electric and autonomous vehicles become commonplace, but the conceptual 'SOLE' stand-up vehicle identifies another way consumers could use to get around. The unit is designed for short-distance travel and puts the passenger in an upright position as they ride instead of having them sit down. This addresses the vast number of consumers who spend their days seated at a desk and need to spend more time walking or standing to enhance their overall health and posture.
The conceptual 'SOLE' stand-up vehicle is the design work of Alaina Mickes and Boqiang Su, and is just one-fourth of the size of a traditional vehicle and features a zero-degree turning radius to save ample space on roadways.
Single-Person Transportation Pods
The 'SOLE' Stand-Up Vehicle Has a Zero-Degree Turning Radius
Trend Themes
1. Stand-up Vehicles - The rise of stand-up vehicles creates opportunities for companies looking to innovate in urban transportation, particularly for short distances.
2. Health-conscious Transportation - As more people prioritize health and wellness, there is an opportunity for companies to develop transportation options that promote movement and posture.
3. Space-saving Transportation - Transportation pods with a zero-degree turning radius create possibilities for efficient and eco-friendly urban transportation, while saving space on the road.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Automakers can explore the potential of stand-up vehicles as an affordable, eco-friendly, and efficient way to navigate urban areas.
2. Health and Wellness - Health and wellness brands can team up with transportation companies to create pod vehicles that prioritize human posture and overall well-being.
3. Urban Planning - As space within urban areas becomes limited, city planners can look into the potential of stand-up vehicles as a way to save space while still providing a means of transportation.