# Retro-Themed Autos Miluira Electric is a Wickedly Old-School Eco-Friendly Vehicle By manzil | Published 2010-12-04 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miluira References: [miluira](http://www.miluira.com/) & [search.japantimes.co.jp](http://search.japantimes.co.jp/cgi-bin/nb20101203a2.html) Takayanagi Co. has recently revealed its new [electric vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ace-classic-electric) 'Miluira' at a press conference in Tokyo. With a [retro-themed style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electra-orbit), 'Miliura' is completely manufactured in Hamamatsu, Japan. 'Miliura' is an [electric open-top vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/favorit-ev) with a capacity to travel 35 km in a single charge. It is powered by a lead acid battery and travels at a maximum speed of 60kph. 'Miliura' has been priced at 6.3 million Yen (more than $75,000), so it's definitely an extravagant vehicle to sport. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro-themed Vehicles:** Opportunity for automakers to create electric vehicles with a vintage design, combining nostalgia with eco-friendly technology. - **Electric Open-top Vehicles:** Potential for manufacturing electric vehicles with an open-top design, offering a unique driving experience. - **Lead Acid Battery Technology:** Innovation opportunity for battery manufacturers to develop more efficient and sustainable lead acid batteries for electric vehicles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive Manufacturing:** Automakers can explore the production of retro-themed electric vehicles to cater to consumers seeking a blend of classic aesthetics and sustainable technology. - **Electric Vehicle Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can specialize in producing electric open-top vehicles, targeting customers who desire a unique and eco-friendly driving experience. - **Battery Manufacturing:** Opportunity for battery manufacturers to develop advanced lead acid battery technology, fulfilling the energy storage needs of retro-themed electric vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Electric Quadricycle Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microlino-2.md) - [Open-Air Low-Speed Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-moke.md) - [Retro-Inspired Electric Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makkina-triumph-tr25.md) - [Rechargeable Two-Seater Modern Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eli-zero.md) - [Vintage All-Electric Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpha-saga-estate.md) - [Electric Hot Rod Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-hot-rod.md) - [Compact Electric City Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kg-motors.md) - [Powerful Electric Off-Road UTVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kilow-la-bagnole.md) - [Bright Miniature Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/topolino-ev.md)