# High-Speed Motorized Wheelchairs The Posco Smart Chair Allows Users to Navigate in the Dark By Elise Ying-Hei Ho | Published 2012-12-12 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/posco-smart-chair References: [damngeeky](http://www.damngeeky.com/2012/12/10/7507/posco-smart-chair-electric-wheelchair-takes-a-leap-ahead-from-conventional-designs.html) The Posco Smart Chair is one of the most vehicle-oriented wheelchairs on the market. Produced by Korean company Posco, the motorized wheelchair aims to make traveling for the [mobility-impaired](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sofia-mobility) significantly easier by incorporating new functions to improve stability and balance for the users. Using a [magnesium frame, which reduces the weight](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onboard-wheelchair) of the chair by half, the Posco Smart Chair is capable of entering tight spaces with the base’s wheels extending outwards as speed increases to maintain overall balance for the user. Unlike traditional wheelchairs, this one comes with hidden storage compartments as well as the ability to separate the upper seating part and the lower mobile part for easy transport. It even has headlights to help users navigate in the dark. The thoughtfulness in the updated motorized wheelchair makes it worthy of the winner of the 2012 Red Dot Design Award in the Concept Design category. Image Credit: [Posco](http://www.posco.co.kr/homepage/docs/kor/jsp/news/posco/s91fnews003v.jsp?menuCatId=0911&idx=245154&onPage=) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Smart Wheelchair Technology:** The advancements in smart wheelchair technologies such as integrating balance control and innovative storage solutions opens up room for further innovation in the industry. - **Lightweight Wheelchair Design:** The use of magnesium in lightweight wheelchair frame design can lead to further solutions in areas with limited wheelchair accessibility. - **Assistive Navigation Features:** Navigation features in motorized wheelchairs, such as headlights, have the potential to greatly enhance the mobility and independence of individuals with disabilities. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Medical Equipment:** The medical equipment and supplies industry can benefit from the research and development of innovative wheelchair technologies. - **Transportation:** The transportation industry can incorporate and invest in lightweight wheelchair solutions to provide greater accessibility and mobility services. - **Assistive Technology:** Assistive technology companies can further research and develop solutions for the mobility-impaired community, including wheelchair navigation features. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Lightweight Electric Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-electric-wheelchair.md) - [Two-in-One Senior Mobility Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfdriving-wheelchair.md) - [Upright Wheelchair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kime-wheelchair.md) - [Luxe Lounge Motorized Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-resilience.md) - [Semi-Outdoor Foldable Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robooter.md) - [Robotic Movement-Interpreting Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-unione.md) - [Assistive Manual Wheelchair Add-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manual-wheelchair.md) - [Airplane-Friendly Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airchair-wheelchair.md) - [VR Electric Mobility Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobility-wheelchair.md)