# Bicycle-Car Hybrids This Vehicle Could Resolve Transport Issues That Stem from Overpopulation By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-07-06 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bicyclecar References: [theguardian](https://www.theguardian.com/environment/bike-blog/2016/jul/05/is-it-an-e-bike-is-it-an-e-car-no-its-a-bio-hybrid) & [auto-motor-und-sport.de](http://www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/news/bio-hybrid-von-schaeffler-allwetter-pedelec-mit-vier-raedern-10796397.html) This bicycle-car hybrid could be the future of transportation in congested urban areas. The 'Schaeffler Bio-Hybrid' is a combination of two popular modes of transportation. It is powered by a battery which starts working once the user pedals and makes it easier for them to bike. The bicycle-car hybrid has a windshield, rearview mirrors and a reverse gear that helps the rider with parking and turning. The hybrid has [four wheels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kettwiesel-one-plus) and a padded seat, making the experience of biking much more comfortable. This bicycle-car hybrid was developed to fill a gap in the market where only cars or bikes are available to commute to work. Some people would enjoy transportation that is less strenuous than riding a bike, but more environmentally friendly than a car -- which is where the Schaeffler Bio-Hybrid comes in. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Bicycle-car Hybrids:** The trend of combining bicycles and cars to create hybrid vehicles for urban transportation. - **Urban Mobility Solutions:** The trend of developing innovative solutions to address transportation issues in congested urban areas. - **Sustainable Transportation:** The trend of creating environmentally friendly modes of transportation to reduce carbon emissions. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can explore opportunities to develop and produce bicycle-car hybrids. - **Alternative Transportation:** The alternative transportation industry can capitalize on the demand for urban mobility solutions by offering innovative transportation options. - **Green Technology:** The green technology industry can focus on creating sustainable transportation solutions that help reduce carbon footprint. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lightweight Four-Wheeled Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/activcycle.md) - [Four-Wheeled Hybrid Bike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karver-cyle-concept-k1.md) - [Pedal-Assist Electric Quadricycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pedalassist-electric-quadricycles.md) - [Multifunctional Hybrid Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-mobility.md) - [Hybrid Design Commuter Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-city-car.md) - [Enclosed Electric Tricycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carver-electric-city-car.md) - [Crowded Cityscape Electric Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/didi-bike.md) - [Expandable Electric Cargo Trikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-folding-cargo-bike.md) - [Futuristic E-Bike Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebike-concept.md)