# Road-Hugging Motorcycle Trikes The Conceptual Chevrolet 'Knight' is Compact and Maneuverable By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-05-22 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chevrolet-knight References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2018/05/18/a-trike-first-for-chevy/) The conceptual [Chevrolet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chevrolet-beast) 'Knight' is a crossover vehicle that will provide drivers with the ability to move with better agility on the road without having to feel restricted. Part motorcycle and part traditional vehicle, the [trike-inspired vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trike-flatbed-hybrid-750) has a design that hugs the road to keep drivers in control at all times. This makes it ideal for sport or racing purposes, while the hollow design makes it lightweight and maneuverable enough for drivers of all needs. The conceptual Chevrolet 'Knight' is the design work of Wenchang Du and identifies what can be done to build on the [efficiency of the motorcycle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/64-street-spec-caf-racer) in terms of performance and safety. The vehicle offers a more balanced experience for riders that could be favored by those who want to reach higher speeds without worry of skidding out. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Compact Crossover Vehicles:** The concept of compact crossover vehicles provides a disruptive innovation opportunity by combining the agility of motorcycles with the practicality of traditional vehicles. - **Hugging Road Design:** The road-hugging design trend presents a disruptive innovation opportunity by enhancing control and stability for drivers, promoting safer and more efficient experiences. - **Trike-inspired Vehicles:** The trend of trike-inspired vehicles creates a disruptive innovation opportunity by offering a lightweight and maneuverable alternative for various driving needs. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry can explore the disruptive innovation opportunity of compact crossover vehicles and trike-inspired designs to cater to customer demands for agility, functionality, and safety. - **Motorcycle Industry:** The motorcycle industry can tap into the trend of trike-inspired vehicles and leverage the advantages of hugging road designs to expand their product offerings and attract new customer segments. - **Sports and Racing Industry:** The sports and racing industry can explore the disruptive innovation opportunity presented by compact crossover vehicles, which provide a balanced and controlled experience for riders aiming for higher speeds and enhanced safety. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Shapeshifting Urban Commuter Trikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mgx-trike-concept.md) - [Shapeshifting Superbike Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypercycle.md) - [Retro-Style Electric Trikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etrike-revolution.md) - [Hybrid Design Commuter Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-city-car.md) - [Four-Wheeled Hybrid Bike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karver-cyle-concept-k1.md) - [Autonomous Three-Wheeled Task Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfdriving-concept-trike.md) - [Transforming Electric Motorcycle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triso-electric-motorcycle.md) - [Escapism Electric Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trekker-concept-vehicle.md) - [Futuristic Electric Tricycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yamaha-tricera.md)