# Three-Wheeled Delivery Brands design three-wheelers as vehicles for commerce. By [Rebecca Byers](https://www.trendhunter.com/becbyers), Insights Research at Trend Hunter | Published Dec 17, 2015 | Category: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/auto-and-motor-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/threewheeled-delivery ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.6/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Three-Wheeled Delivery trend? **Three-Wheeled Delivery:** As delivery-based mobile businesses continue to emerge in endless forms, three-wheeled vehicles in particular are giving owners a spatial advantage in crowded urban locales. Notably, three-wheeled scooters are classified as motorcycles but do not require a separate licensing system. The proliferation of such vehicles serves as a solution to navigating overpopulated urban centers to deliver convenience. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Jun 16, 2015 to May 17, 2017 - Published: Dec 17, 2015 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Three-Wheeled Delivery trend ### Three-Wheeled Vehicles The proliferation of three-wheeled delivery vehicles is becoming a popular solution to navigating crowded urban centers. ### Eco-Friendly Vehicles A number of new vehicle designs are focusing on creating more eco-friendly alternatives for transportation in urban areas. ### Electric Cargo Trikes Electric cargo trikes like 'The Tender' by Urban Arrow provide a sustainable solution for transporting goods in urban areas. ## What the Three-Wheeled Delivery trend means for industry ### For Delivery Services Companies involved in delivery and logistics can benefit from incorporating eco-friendly and efficient modes of transportation. ### For Automotive Automotive companies can take inspiration from the trend towards more eco-friendly transportation and develop sustainable vehicles. ### For Food and Hospitality The food and hospitality industry can benefit from exploring alternative transportation methods and packaging solutions to reduce their environmental impact. ## Workshop question How can your brand redesign its products or services in order to better convenience consumer experience? ## Trend signals for Three-Wheeled Delivery Trend score 4.6 out of 10, from popularity 71%, activity 60%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 71% - Activity: 60% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Three-Wheeled Delivery trend 6 featured examples from Jun 16, 2015 to May 17, 2017. - [Multifunctional Camping Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threewheeled-scooter): This Three-Wheeled Scooter Features All the Comforts of Home (Category: Eco) Implication: This industry could benefit from designing compact and multifunctional vehicles to meet the growing demands of travelers. - [Efficient Delivery Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargo-vehicle): The TREFOR 'TRIPL' Three-Wheel Urban Cargo Vehicle is City-Oriented (Category: Autos) Implication: Companies involved in manufacturing electric vehicles can capitalize on the demand for eco-friendly transportation options. - [Pizza Delivery Races](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delivery-scooter): Pizza Little Party Tested Honda's Delivery Scooter in a Race of Speed (Category: Autos) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate high-speed delivery vehicles into food delivery services to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction. - [Three-Wheeled Electric Taxis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecofriendly-taxi): The 'Lindo' May Be a More Eco-Friendly Taxi Option for City Dwellers (Category: Eco) Implication: The transportation industry can benefit from embracing eco-friendly innovations like the Lindo to reduce pollution and congestion in urban areas. - [Three-Wheeled Food Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-eatery): This Mobile Eatery Provides a Healthy Alternative to Other Street Food (Category: Business) Implication: Opportunity for food truck businesses to differentiate themselves by offering sustainable and healthy alternatives. - [E-Cargo Delivery Trikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delivery-trikes): Urban Arrow's Delivery Vehicles Have the Potential to Replace Trucks (Category: Autos) Implication: Opportunity to develop last-mile delivery services with three-wheel cargo trikes that offer a sustainable alternative to traditional delivery trucks ## Recent trend clusters - [Racing Homage](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/racing-homage) (Autos) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Autos - [French Retro City Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-retro-city-cars) - [Factory-Backed Performance Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-performance-centers) - [Flexible Luxury Motorhomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexible-luxury-motorhomes) - [Electric Luxury Grand Tourers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-price-ev-sedans) All articles: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos)