# Ultra-Modern Parisian Eco Cars The Conceptual Citroën eCV Modernizes the Iconic 2CV Vehicle By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-07-26 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citron-ecv References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/citroen-ecv-concept-car-is-an-attempt-to-bring-iconic-citroen-2cv-into-the-21th-century/) & [martinhajek](https://www.martinhajek.com/) The conceptual Citroën eCV has been designed as a vehicle that reimagines the Citroën 2CV in a modern way that could easily become an iconic part of Parisian city streets. Designed by Martin Hajek, the vehicle is [futuristic yet draws direct design influence](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/r17-restomod) from the aforementioned Citroën vehicle that was first debuted in 1948. The vehicle boasts a [completely electric design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-compact-architecture) that eliminates emissions and also features [self-driving capabilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/numa-concept) to help transport citizens or tourists around the French capital. This could help make the vehicle an instantly recognizable part of the Parisian experience as hackney cabs are to London and yellow cabs are to New York. The conceptual Citroën eCV has a fluid design that respects the past, while also pushing forward into the future of autonomous vehciles. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Electric Vehicles:** The Citroën eCV showcases the potential for electric vehicles to revolutionize transportation in cities. - **Self-driving Vehicles:** The self-driving capabilities of the eCV highlight the disruptive innovation opportunities in autonomous transportation. - **Retro-futurism Design:** The eCV's blend of futuristic and retro design elements presents an opportunity for incorporating nostalgia into modern technology. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can explore the development of electric and autonomous vehicles inspired by the eCV's design. - **Sustainable Transportation:** The eCV's emphasis on zero emissions contributes to the trend of sustainable transportation and creates opportunities for eco-friendly initiatives. - **Tourism and Transportation Services:** The eCV can transform the tourism and transportation industry in Paris by offering a unique and iconic way for tourists to explore the city. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Electric License-Free City Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citron-la-2-deuche-concept.md) - [Industrial Design-Inspired Micro EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citroen.md) - [Near-Future Commuter Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renault-clio-vi.md) - [Streamlined Two-Seater Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-electric-car-concept.md) - [Weather-Inspired Autonomous Car Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citron-la-mto.md) - [80s-Inspired Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-e.md) - [Semi-Transparent Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renault-twingo-concept.md) - [Water-Ready Sports Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citron-above-and-under.md) - [Electric Aerodynamic Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tatra-77-concept.md)