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Eco-Optimized SUVs

The Motive VPV Gives the Active Driver an Energy-Efficient Alternative

— March 28, 2011 — Autos
Many SUV owners are highly active types who enjoy ski trips, camping or hobbies and jobs that require material transportation, so a car like the Motive VPV may actually match such personalities much more than existing gas-guzzling automobiles.

Motive Industries Inc. has been working on a eco-friendly concept car that upholds the earth-conscious values of these people who enjoy sports and interacting with nature. A reinvention of the familiar heavy-duty form of the conveyance gives way to the exploration of cutting-edge technologies that can build a sturdy but much more lightweight and aerodynamic body. New engineering to the chassis and the fenders, with the application of in-wheel electromagnetic motors, gives the Motive VPV (Versatile Performance Vehicle) much improved efficiency for vastly enhanced fuel economy.
Trend Themes
1. Lightweight Suvs - The trend towards lightweight SUVs presents an opportunity for car manufacturers to cater to active individuals who value energy-efficiency.
2. Aerodynamic Design - The trend towards aerodynamic designs in SUVs provides an opportunity for companies to develop vehicles with improved fuel efficiency.
3. Electric Suvs - The trend towards electric SUVs allows car manufacturers to offer eco-friendly alternatives that are well-suited for active individuals.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - The automotive industry can capitalize on the trend towards eco-optimized SUVs by producing lightweight, aerodynamic, and electric models.
2. Outdoor Recreation Industry - The outdoor recreation industry can benefit from the rise of eco-optimized SUVs as they cater to active individuals who enjoy sports and nature activities.
3. Alternative Energy Industry - The alternative energy industry has an opportunity to provide innovative solutions, such as in-wheel electromagnetic motors, to improve the efficiency and fuel economy of SUVs.
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