# Scooter 2.0 Three-wheeled scooters get a design upgrade to satiate the adventurous consumer. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Dec 16, 2015 | Category: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/auto-and-motor-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/scooter-20 ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.9/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Scooter 2.0 trend? **Scooter 2.0:** Catering to the adventure-seeker, three-wheeled vehicles are adopting unconventional features to heighten consumer experience. Creatively designing scooters to mimic race cars and off road vehicles, brands are not only satiating more extreme consumer tastes, but they're also redefining how traditionally low-key motor vehicles are perceived. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Nov 17, 2015 to Feb 16, 2016 - Published: Dec 16, 2015 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality) - Megatrends: [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Nostalgia](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/nostalgia), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Examples of the Scooter 2.0 trend 4 featured examples from Nov 17, 2015 to Feb 16, 2016. - [Speedy Three-Wheel Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-threewheeler): The Sway 'Lithium PLUS' Electric Three-Wheeler is Eco-Friendly and Fun (Category: Autos) Implication: Personal transportation companies can explore the development of electric three-wheelers and high-speed scooters to offer innovative and eco-friendly options for individuals and u… - [Velomobile-Sharing Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-share): The Veemo Bike Share Service Would Cost About $0.20 Per Minute (Category: Autos) Implication: The Veemo bike share service makes use of an innovative transportation model that is cheaper and weather-resistant than traditional bike sharing, and may be of interest to urban p… - [Supplementary Vehicular Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threewheel-scooter): The Volkswagen 'Last Mile Surfer' Three-Wheel Scooter is Sleek (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry can explore opportunities to integrate electric scooters into their product lineup as an innovative mobility option for customers. - [Carving Three-Wheeler Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carving-scooter): The Trikke Freedom is Propelled By a Carving Motion (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry can expand their offerings to include affordable, electric-powered carving scooters that offer consumers a unique and pleasurable riding experience. **Workshop question:** Give an example of a nostalgic product in your industry that could benefit from a futuristic reboot? ## Themes within the Scooter 2.0 trend ### Innovative Design Innovative design of three-wheeled vehicles is making them more adventurous and more specialized, catering to the demands of consumers who want more exciting experiences. ### Electric Propulsion The use of electric propulsion systems is driving the development of more powerful and efficient three-wheeled vehicles that can handle an increasing range of applications. ### Share Economy The rise of shared transportation services is driving the development of three-wheeled vehicles that are specifically designed for short trips or commuting, offering greater flexibility and lower costs. ## What the Scooter 2.0 trend means for industry ### For Automotive Industry Automakers can leverage innovative design and electric propulsion to create more specialized three-wheeled vehicles that cater to younger, adventure-seeking consumers. ### For Micromobility Industry Micromobility startups can focus on the development of electric three-wheeled vehicles that are specifically designed for short trips or commuting, offering a competitive alternative to traditional bicycles or electric scooters. ### For Sharing Economy Industry Sharing economy startups can use electric three-wheeled vehicles to provide customers with a more flexible and low-cost alternative for commuting or short trips. ## Trend signals for Scooter 2.0 Trend score 4.9 out of 10, from popularity 73%, activity 67%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 73% - Activity: 67% - Freshness: 8% ## Recent trend clusters - [Terrain Software](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/off-road-technology) (Autos) - [Purpose Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/electric-motorcycle-types) (Autos) - [Guided Dashboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/conversational-car-interface) (Autos) - [Occasion Coding](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/commemorative-watch-design) (Fashion) ## Trending in Autos - [Italian-Built Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-built-electric-motorcycles) - [Mid-Engined Hypercar Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mid-engined-hypercar-concepts) - [Gasoline Muscle Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gasoline-muscle-sedans) - [French Retro City Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-retro-city-cars) All articles: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos)