# Self-Sanitizing Transport Pods The Conceptual 'Pivot of Safety' Pods are Health-Focused By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-04-21 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pivot-of-safety References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/04/20/self-sanitized-autonomous-pods-combine-public-transit-with-safe-socializing/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) The conceptual 'Pivot of Safety' public transport pods have been designed by Yongho Jeon as a new normal vehicle that would offer passengers enhanced peace of mind when it comes to health and safety. The pods are part of an [autonomous rideshare system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-mobility-service) that would consist of one, two or four-person units and would provide a relaxing, airy environment to spread out during the ride. The vehicles are focused on enhanced sanitization thanks to glass separators, [air purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amoby-air-purifier) and UV sterilizers that would prevent pathogens from spreading. The conceptual 'Pivot of Safety' public transport pods are finished with [potted plants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lepas-l8s-exquisite-space) on the four-person model to help further relax travelers with a sense of tranquility and natural ambience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Enhanced Sanitization:** Designing transport pods with advanced technology to prevent pathogens from spreading presents opportunities for companies specializing in sanitation and sterilization to develop innovative solutions. - **Autonomous Rideshare Systems:** The development of autonomous rideshare systems presents opportunities for companies specializing in autonomous vehicle technology to partner with public transportation services. - **Health-focused Transportation:** Creating health-focused transportation presents opportunities for companies in the transportation industry to integrate health and safety features into their offerings. ### Where This Applies - **Transportation:** The transportation industry can explore the development of health-focused vehicles and autonomous rideshare systems in response to the pandemic. - **Sanitation and Sterilization:** Companies specializing in sanitation and sterilization can develop innovative solutions for public transportation and other industries to enhance sanitization measures in response to the pandemic. - **Autonomous Vehicle Technology:** Companies specializing in autonomous vehicle technology can partner with public transportation services to develop autonomous rideshare systems for safer and more efficient transport options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lifestyle-Conscious Transportation Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kia-pod-concept.md) - [Socialization-Encouraging Travel Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/agorae-mobility-concept.md) - [Transforming Autonomous Transportation Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arrival-chemie.md) - [Reconfigurable Travel Pod Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pix-robobus.md) - [Hygienic Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyundai-seven.md) - [Multifunctional Transport Buses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubblic-public.md) - [Weather-Inspired Autonomous Car Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citron-la-mto.md) - [Autonomous Pod Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homm-autonomous-experience-pod.md) - [Interchangeable Autonomous Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/driverless-transportation-system.md)