# Compact Electric Skateboards The Elwing Skateboard Offers a Sleek and Affordable Ride By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-09-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Elwing-electric-skateboard References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2016/09/15/elwing-adds-electric-power-to-a-standard-sized-skateboard/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/elwing-world-s-most-compact-electric-skateboard-technology) Elwing is offering a new electric skateboard that is designed to make it possible for avid skaters to enjoy the boosted performance and handling qualities of high-end electric skateboards at a price of $500 -- if you're quick to jump on the [Indiegogo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nireeka-revenant) pre-sale price. This electric skateboard is equipped with a lithium-ion battery and a hand-held controller. The skateboard is capable of attaining a top speed of around 28 km/h, and even comes fitted with regenerative braking technology that helps for safer braking when rolling around at high speeds. The skateboard features a concave shape that allows for a more comfortable ride and easy portability. Lightweight and compact yet high-powered, the Elwing electric skateboard offers a comprehensive high-performance skating package. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Affordable High-performance Skating:** Designing compact electric skateboards offering high-performance skating packages at affordable prices. - **Regenerative Braking Technology:** Advancing regenerative braking technology to increase safety when skating at high speeds. - **Portable Electric Skateboards:** Innovating the design of compact and lightweight electric skateboards that make for easy portability. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sporting Goods:** Using new technologies to create affordable and high-performance electric skateboards for the sporting goods industry. - **Green Energy:** Creating eco-friendly electric skateboards with regenerative braking technology for the green energy industry. - **Transportation:** Developing portable electric skateboards to offer a new mode of transportation within the transportation industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [All-Terrain Electric Skateboard Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twowheel-electric-board.md) - [Bluetooth-Operated Motorized Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-electric-skateboard.md) - [Electric Skateboard Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-skateboard-design.md) - [Skateboard-Inspired Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bustin-boards-skatex.md) - [Flexible Electric Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ff-belt.md) - [Intuitive Remote-Free Electric Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-skateboard.md) - [Racing-Ready Electric Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mach-one-electric-skateboard.md) - [Highly Portable Electric Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zetazs-knight-pro.md) - [Electric Motorized Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bustin-boards.md)