# Aggressive Off-Road Electric Vehicles The Nikola NZT Easily Handles Demanding Terrain By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-04-20 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nikola-nzt References: [coolmaterial](https://coolmaterial.com/rides/nikola-nzt-electric-off-road-vehicle/) & [nikolamotor](https://nikolamotor.com/nzt) The Nikola NZT electric off-road vehicle is a powerful transportation solution for adventurers that will allow them to easily tackle even the most demanding terrain. The vehicle features a design that is inspired by [ATVs, dune buggies and small SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-polaris-rzr-pro-r-factory), and will provide drivers with a powerful way to transport up to four people off the beaten path. The vehicle features [four motors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rivian-quad-motor) that will provide 590 horsepower and the ability to accelerate from 0-60mph in just four seconds. A 125kWh battery pack will allow the vehicle to drive for about 150 miles before needing to be recharged, which makes it ideal for extended excursions. The Nikola NZT electric off-road vehicle is available for preorder with production slated to start in 2021. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 90% | 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) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Off-road Electric Vehicles:** The growing demand for eco-friendly off-road transportation is creating many opportunities for innovative electric vehicle manufacturers. - **Adventure Tourism:** The rise in demand for off-road electric vehicles presents an opportunity for the adventure tourism industry to create exciting new eco-friendly tours and experiences. - **Electric Power Storage:** As off-road electric vehicles become more powerful, the need for more efficient and longer-lasting battery technology creates opportunities for innovation in the power storage industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive Industry:** The rise of off-road electric vehicles is disrupting the traditional automotive industry, providing an opportunity for innovative startups to challenge established car manufacturers. - **Tourism Industry:** The increasing popularity of off-road electric vehicles presents an opportunity for the tourism industry to create new, sustainable adventure tours and experiences. - **Battery Industry:** The demand for high-performance batteries for off-road electric vehicles creates an opportunity for innovation in the battery industry, as manufacturers work to develop more efficient, longer-lasting power storage solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Powerful Electric Off-Road UTVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kilow-la-bagnole.md) - [Adventurous Off-Road Electric Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-adventure-utv.md) - [Electric Exoskeleton Off-Road Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offroad-electric-vehicle.md) - [Electric Off-Road SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-jeep-recon-suv.md) - [Rugged Waterproof UTVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volcon-beast.md) - [Rugged Diminutive Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adventure-1-electric-camper.md) - [Off-Road-Ready Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-hyundai-ioniq-5-xrt.md) - [Ruggedized Electric UTVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-utv.md) - [Powerful Utilitarian Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/munro-mk1.md)