# Canopy-Covered Cargo Scooters This Compact Electric Scooter Features Swappable Battery Packs By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2021-11-03 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargo-scooters References: [newatlas](https://newatlas.com/urban-transport/honda-gyro-canopy-e/) & [honda.co.jp](https://www.honda.co.jp/news/2021/2211028-gyro.html)  Japanese automaker [Honda](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-motocompacto) has launched a compact cargo scooter that is designed to combine the eco-friendly virtues of battery power along with the convenience of a compact form factor that's perfect for navigating urban environments. The 'Gyro Canopy e' is capable of offering a range of 77 km when traveling at an average speed of 30 km/h. While the vehicle technically requires five hours of charging at that point to get ready for its next journey, Honda gets around this problem with the inclusion of Honda Mobile Power Packs which can be stashed under the seat and exchanged in for the empty battery as needed. Available for sale in the Japanese market for around $6,275, this cargo scooter also features a handy canopy that helps protect its occupants and any merchandise they may be transporting from the elements. Image Credit: Honda ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Compact Cargo Scooters:** The rise of compact, battery-powered cargo scooters could disrupt traditional urban transportation and delivery methods. - **Swappable Battery Technology:** The development of swappable battery technology for electric cargo scooters has the potential to make electric transportation more convenient and accessible. - **Urban Eco-friendly Vehicles:** Increasing demand for eco-friendly and sustainable transportation options in urban environments could drive the growth of compact cargo scooters and other similar vehicles. ### Who This Affects Most - **Electric Scooter Manufacturing:** Manufacturers of electric cargo scooters could benefit from the growing demand for eco-friendly and compact urban transportation options. - **Delivery Services:** Delivery companies could potentially save costs and increase efficiency by adopting swappable battery-powered cargo scooters for their last-mile delivery operations. - **Urban Logistics:** The rise of compact cargo scooters and similar vehicles could disrupt traditional urban logistics and transportation methods, providing opportunities for innovative, eco-friendly solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Notalgic Folding Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-motocompacto.md) - [Utilitarian Cargo-Hauling Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scootility.md) - [Scooter-Cargo Bike Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razor.md) - [Cargo-Prioritizing Scooter Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargo-escooters.md) - [Swappable Battery Delivery Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-delivery-scooter.md) - [Eco-Friendly Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-electric-scooter.md) - [Last-Mile Transportation Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fastport-equad.md) - [Compact Cargo E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-cargo-e-bikes.md) - [Pedal-Assisted Cargo eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lambrogio.md)