# Practical Compact Cars The Mercedes Benz 'Smart Fortwo' is Perfect for City Driving By Christopher Magsambol | Published 2015-09-08 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/city-driving References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2015/09/03/smart-fortwo-2016/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget&ncid=rss_semi) & [thesmart](http://www.thesmart.ca/ca/en/index/smart-fortwo-453.html) [Mercedes Benz](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-imobility) is branding the 2016 'Smart Fortwo' as the ultimate solution to city driving. Although it may be difficult to convince people to drive on busy downtown streets, the Smart Fortwo may change minds. Its [compact size](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-electric-microcar) simplifies the intricacies of city driving by allowing for quick turning, parking in small spaces, and easy manoeuvring. The Smart Fortwo now has cruise control, hands-free calling, Bluetooth connectivity, power steering and power windows. Although extremely compact, there is a backseat if needed, which leaves a bit of trunk space. For larger bulky items, the backseat can be folded down to open up the trunk. An affordable and practical option, the Smart Fortwo may become a convenient city driving companion. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 - **Compact Cars:** The trend of compact cars is growing, creating opportunities for innovative design and technology that can meet the needs of urban commuters. - **Smart Technology:** Integrating smart technology like Bluetooth connectivity and hands-free calling into cars, especially compact cars, can improve safety and convenience for drivers. - **City Driving Solutions:** There is a rising need for sustainable and efficient solutions for city driving, opening up opportunities for car manufacturers and mobility companies to address this demand. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** Automakers can leverage the rising trend of compact cars and city driving solutions to create disruptive innovations in design, features, and functionalities. - **Technology:** The integration of smart technology in cars, particularly compact cars, presents opportunities for tech companies to develop innovative solutions that can enhance the driving experience. - **Mobility Services:** The need for sustainable and efficient city driving solutions calls for mobility companies to develop disruptive innovations such as ride-sharing, car-sharing, and other alternative transportation modes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compact Fully Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-compact-architecture.md) - [Weekend Warrior Compact SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citroen-c3-aircross.md) - [Rapid Charge Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-suv-ev.md) - [Hybrid Design Commuter Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-city-car.md) - [Compact Electric City Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kg-motors.md) - [Streamlined Two-Seater Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-electric-car-concept.md) - [Electric City-Friendly Microcars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesla-mini.md) - [Stylish Concept Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concept-cla.md) - [Inaugural Midsized Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-5.md)