# Disability-Friendly Mountain Carts This Cart Helps Disabled Extreme Athletes Conquer the Outdoors By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2019-03-11 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountain-cart References: [newatlas](https://newatlas.com/ev4-mountain-cart-electric/58795/) & [ev4.pl](http://www.ev4.pl/en/mountain-cart.html) [Off-road carts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allterrain-electric-scooter) have become increasingly popular among people who want to enjoy a more extreme and rugged form of outdoor automotive enjoyment, but the fact of the matter is that most existing solutions in this space do not cater to [extreme athletes with disabilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sofia-mobility), a problem that the brand new EV4 Mountain Cart aims to tackle. Developed by innovator Jack Skopinski, the EV4 Mountain Cart comes equipped with a pair of hub motors that are capable of churning out 1,000 watts of power, allowing the vehicle to attain a top speed of 40 km/h, which is plenty when bouncing around on rugged terrain. Elsewhere, this cart promises a range of up to 80 km with only three to four hours of charging. Priced at $5,285, the EV4 Mountain Cart is a great example of the importance of [adapting extreme sport technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accessible-electric-mobility) for the needs of people with disabilities. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Adaptive Off-road Vehicles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop off-road vehicles that are specifically designed to cater to the needs of extreme athletes with disabilities. - **Inclusive Extreme Sports:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create inclusive extreme sports equipment and experiences that enable individuals with disabilities to participate on an equal level with able-bodied athletes. - **Accessible Outdoor Adventures:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design outdoor adventure gear and equipment that ensures individuals with disabilities can partake in outdoor activities and explore rugged terrains. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the creation of adaptive off-road vehicles for people with disabilities, combining the thrill of extreme sports with inclusivity. - **Sports and Recreation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop inclusive extreme sports equipment and experiences that cater to individuals with disabilities, promoting equality and accessibility in the industry. - **Outdoor Gear and Adventure Tourism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate outdoor adventure gear and equipment to ensure individuals with disabilities can engage in thrilling outdoor activities and explore challenging terrains. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beach-Ready All-Terrain Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allterrain-wheelchair.md) - [Accessibility-Promoting Electric Quadricycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-quadricycle.md) - [Lightweight Powered Cargo Carts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outisan-ewagon-air.md) - [Accessible Off-Road Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cougar-4x4.md) - [Wheelchair-Accessible Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wheelchairaccessible-electric-vehicle.md) - [Motorized Electric Off-Road Wagons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebeach-wagon.md) - [All-Terrain Electric Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scewo-bro.md) - [Electric Exoskeleton Off-Road Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offroad-electric-vehicle.md) - [Wheelchair-Friendly Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniature-van.md)