# Safety-Conscious Cargo Bikes This Cargo Bike Features a Handy Front Basket for Storage By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-08-10 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/front-basket References: [hiconsumption](http://hiconsumption.com/2015/08/virtue-cargo-bikes/) & [virtuebike](http://virtuebike.com/catalog) The 'Virtue Cargo Bike School Bus' is a stylish bicycle that features a handy front basket. One of the biggest problems with [cargo bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-cargo-bike-design) is that riders often turn around to see if their belongings are still attached. The process of turning around can be dangerous to the cyclist, as well as pedestrians. The Virtue Bike solves this problem by providing riders with a functional front basket. By offering front-facing storage, cyclists no longer have to turn around to ensure that their cargo is still in place. Not only is the placement of the storage basket revolutionary, but the Virtue Bike also allows riders to carry more than the average cyclist. The storage box is well designed and large enough to carry everything from groceries to pets. For those who need a little extra boost, the Virtue Bike even comes with a [battery-powered electric assist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ride1up-vorsa) to help to transport your heaviest loads. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Front-facing Storage:** Creating cargo bikes with front-facing storage can enhance safety and convenience for riders. - **Increased Cargo Capacity:** Developing cargo bikes with larger storage boxes allows for carrying heavier and larger items. - **Electric Assist Technology:** Integrating battery-powered electric assist in cargo bikes can improve transport capabilities for heavy loads. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Bicycle Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can innovate by incorporating front-facing storage and larger storage boxes into their cargo bike designs. - **Delivery Services:** Delivery companies can adopt cargo bikes with front-facing storage to optimize safety and efficiency in their operations. - **Urban Mobility Solutions:** Developers can explore electric assist cargo bikes as a sustainable and practical means of urban transportation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Configurable Cargo E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/configurable-cargo-ebike.md) - [Low-Step Cargo eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lowstep-cargo-ebikes.md) - [Cargo Bike Stabilizing Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/t1-pro-front.md) - [Modular Cargo-Ready Bike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargorida.md) - [Utilitarian Cargo-Hauling Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scootility.md) - [Angular Enclosed Cargo Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-cargo-bike.md) - [Pedal-Assisted Cargo eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lambrogio.md) - [Cargo-Carrying Urbanite eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hase-bikes-gravit-city-e.md) - [Cargo-Protecting E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f900e-velo.md)