# Boxy E-Bikes The Patrolman Bicycle is a Futuristic Two-Wheeler for a Greener Tomorrow By Michael Hines | Published 2010-12-02 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patrolman-bicycle References: [ecofriend.org](http://www.ecofriend.org/entry/patrolman-all-electric-bicycle-for-congested-urbanities-of-the-future/) & [tinyurl](http://tinyurl.com/2bmswnt) The Patrolman Bicycle is a [concept electric bicycle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-bike-concept-design) developed by Chinese designers Renfei Bai and Likun Zhen. This bike is innovative and intelligent, with a [built-in GPS system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-ebike1), battery indicator and a plug-in port that is designed to take advantage of [futuristic solar power stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beambike). The Patrolman Bicycle's shape and frame seems to conform to that of a bulky battery pack; however, this bike still has a long way to go from concept to reality. See it before it hits stores in the gallery above. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 - **Intelligent E-bikes:** Introducing GPS systems, battery indicators, and plug-in ports that take advantage of solar power stations can revolutionize the e-bike industry. - **Futuristic Transportation:** Creating bike designs that are innovative and forward-thinking can attract eco-friendly consumers who are looking for greener options from the transportation industry. - **Customizable E-bikes:** Allowing consumers to personalize their e-bikes with features such as built-in GPS systems, battery indicators, and plug-in ports can create a unique, niche market within the e-bike industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Electric Bikes:** The Patrolman Bicycle highlights the potential for developing e-bikes that are both innovative and eco-friendly. - **Clean Energy:** The Patrolman Bicycle's plug-in port is designed to take advantage of futuristic solar power stations and shows the potential for eco-friendly transportation options powered by clean energy. - **Consumer Electronics:** Integrating GPS systems and battery indicators into e-bikes creates the potential for a new wave of consumer electronics within the transportation industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gas-Free Mountain Patrol Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/equuleus-electric-bike.md) - [Futuristic E-Bike Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebike-concept.md) - [Angular Enclosed Cargo Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-cargo-bike.md) - [Futuristic Solar-Powered E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stellar-landcraft.md) - [Shapeshifting Trunk-Friendly Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pxid-a1.md) - [Unconventional E-Bike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pendler.md) - [Convertible Electric Bike Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gravity-electric-bicycle.md) - [Futuristic E-Bike Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yamaha-b01.md) - [Neo-Minimal E-Bike Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diode.md)