# Efficient Eco Shuttles The American Electric Vehicles E-Shuttle Will Go the Distance By Jordan M | Published 2011-01-13 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/american-electric-vehicles-e-shuttle References: [aevehicles](http://www.aevehicles.com/) The American Electric Vehicles E-Shuttle is a remarkable step forward in the push to take fossil fuels out of the mass-transport equation. With an unprecedented range of 83 miles, and a beastly carrying capacity (for an electric vehicle) of 18 passengers, the American Electric Vehicles E-Shuttle is a modern marvel. It also has a top speed of 50kmh which is no easy feat for an electric-powered vehicle of its size. **Implications** - The E-Shuttle is your perfect excuse to treat yourself to more vacations. Not only will you be able to travel more efficiently, you will also be treating the environment in a friendly manner. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Efficient Electric Shuttles:** The advancement of electric shuttles with increased range and passenger capacity is an opportunity for more sustainable and efficient mass transportation. - **Eco-friendly Mass-transport Solutions:** The development of electric shuttles like the American Electric Vehicles E-Shuttle presents opportunities to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and promote eco-friendly transportation options. - **Innovations in Electric Vehicle Technology:** The American Electric Vehicles E-Shuttle represents a breakthrough in electric vehicle technology, showcasing the potential for longer range and higher carrying capacity in electric-powered vehicles. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Transportation:** The transportation industry can explore opportunities to incorporate efficient electric shuttles to enhance mass transportation systems and reduce carbon emissions. - **Tourism/hospitality:** The tourism and hospitality industry can take advantage of the increased range and passenger capacity of electric shuttles to offer more eco-friendly transportation options for tourists. - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can learn from the innovations in electric vehicle technology demonstrated by the American Electric Vehicles E-Shuttle to develop more efficient and sustainable electric vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nine-Seater Electric Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peugeot-etraveller.md) - [Aerodynamic Long-Range Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fresco-xl.md) - [Electric Adventure Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ae1.md) - [All-Electric Commercial Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-etransit-custom.md) - [Compact Electirc Wagons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-wagon.md) - [Solar-Powered Cargo Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-electric-van.md) - [Autonomous Interactive Shuttle Buses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coach-atoz-shuttle-bus.md) - [Rechargeable Two-Seater Modern Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eli-zero.md) - [Luxe Long-Range Electric Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-eqs.md)