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Three-Wheeled Leaning Cars

Green Lite Motors Vehicle Gets 100 MPG and Makes Commutes Fun

— March 14, 2011 — Autos
Green Lite Motors out of Oregon is developing a three-wheeled, fully-enclosed, gas-electric hybrid vehicle capable of getting 100 miles per gallon and has been called one of the most promising clean-tech start-ups in the Northwest United States. The company's two-seat, fully enclosed vehicle looks a little odd on the road, and even more strange when it takes a corner. The reason for the odd appearance is that the vehicle ‘leans’ into curves, shifting its frame to maintain maximum stability just like a motorcycle. But when the Green Lite Motors’ car comes to a stop, it automatically stands up straight.

The three-wheeled vehicle is licensed as motorcycle, so commuters can travel in the ‘carpool’ lane even when traveling alone. Not only that, it’s fun to drive and easy to park. When combined with the excellent gas mileage, the Green Lite Motors vehicle is a great choice for in-city commuters as well as those who want to maximize efficiency on longer drives.
Trend Themes
1. Three-wheeled Leaning Cars - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced stability systems for three-wheeled vehicles to enhance safety and performance.
2. Gas-electric Hybrid Vehicles - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create new technologies to optimize the efficiency and performance of gas-electric hybrid vehicles.
3. Clean-tech Start-ups - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invest in and support clean-tech start-ups to foster the development of sustainable transportation solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Reimagine traditional car designs to incorporate lean-in technology and improve fuel efficiency.
2. Transportation Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative mobility solutions to improve commuting experiences and reduce environmental impact.
3. Green Technology Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Pioneer new technologies and advancements in clean energy to address the growing demand for sustainable transportation.
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