# Origami-Inspired Electric Scooters This Folding E-Scooter is Built From a Single Sheet Of Steel By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2023-04-11 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-escooter References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2023/04/09/origami-inspired-stilride-1-electric-scooter-is-manufactured-using-sustainable-construction-processes/) & [stilride](https://www.stilride.com/)  Sweden-based startup Stilride made a big splash when it first lifted the lid off its 'SUS1' folding e-scooter back in 2020, but the company has now followed that up with a new and improved, upgraded and production-ready version of the two-wheeler under the 'Stilride 1' brand name. The 'Stilride 1' is a folding e-scooter that is unique in that its structure originates from a single sheet of [stainless steel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tltboard-gorilla). This is in stark contrast to the overwhelming majority of scooters which typically tend to revolve around a metal frame and separate body panels. The unique structure of the 'Stilride 1' is claimed to make this particular folding e-scooter significantly more lightweight than comparable conventional scooters, while production and material costs are also lower. As far as performance is concerned, the 'Stilride 1' can achieve a [top speed of 100 km/h](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zelio-ebikes-mystery) and offers a range of around 120 km on a full charge of its battery. Image Credit: Stilride ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Origami-inspired E-scooters:** The use of a single sheet of metal in the frame offers a unique, lightweight and cost-effective design opportunity for the production of scooters. - **Lightweight Electric Vehicles:** The use of a single sheet of metal in the 'Stilride 1' design offers opportunities for the production of other lightweight electric vehicles including bikes or motorcycles. - **Production-ready Folding Vehicles:** The innovative design in the 'Stilride 1' could lead to development and production of other foldable electric vehicles, providing flexibility and convenience for users. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Electric Mobility Industry:** The use of unique design in 'Stilride 1' could revolutionize the production of lightweight, energy-efficient scooters that may appeal to a wide range of users. - **Steel and Metal Manufacturing Industry:** Manufacturers of steel and metal components may benefit from pursuing new partnerships and collaborations to develop innovative, sustainable and cost-effective solutions in this emerging electric mobility market. - **Personal Electric Transportation Industry:** The use of innovative and lightweight designs combining durable and sustainable materials could enhance the appeal of personal electric transportation devices such as foldable bikes, e-skateboards or scooters. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Origami-Inspired E-Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stilride-sus1.md) - [Bamboo-Bodied Folding Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-folding-scooter.md) - [Mono-Material Portable E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-onebots7.md) - [Folding User-Friendly Urban Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-scooter-concept.md) - [Mini Foldable Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-foldable-electric-scooter.md) - [Foldable American E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folld-1.md) - [Race Car-Inspired Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lavoie-series-1.md) - [Ultra-Compact Foldable Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onebot-s2.md) - [Weatherized Folded E-Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dynamic-scooter.md)