# Individual Three-Wheeled Racers This Student-Designed 3D-Printed Vehicle is a Clever Hybrid By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2015-12-18 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/printed-vehicle References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/nv8-nv9-3d-printed-electric-car/35920/) A group of engineering students from Singapore’s Nanyang Technological University ([NTU](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-transportation-concept)) got together to design this incredible [three-wheeled 3D-printed vehicle prototype](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-iris-etrike). The design is [part solar-powered](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-race-vehicle), part battery electric, able to achieve 264 miles per kWh of electrical energy. Dubbed the 'Nanyang Venture IX' or the 'NV 9,' this vehicle takes inspiration from motorcycle racing, particularly the sharp turns that are conducted at high speeds. Because of this, the 3D-printed vehicle uses a special tilting mechanism to allow it to lean about 40 degrees in the direction of a turn, which is effective in minimizing the loss of speed around corners. The ambitious student-designed NV9 participated in the Shell Eco Marathon Asia 2015 earlier this year in the Prototype category. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **3D Printing Innovation:** The NV9 3D-printed vehicle prototype demonstrates the potential of 3D printing technology to revolutionize the automotive industry. - **Sustainable Transportation:** NV9's solar and battery-electric power features could pave the way for more energy-efficient and eco-friendly transportation solutions. - **Innovative Vehicle Design:** The NV9's tilting mechanism can inspire more groundbreaking design features that improve handling and speed in vehicles. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** The NV9 prototype could spur new developments in electric and solar-powered vehicles. - **3D Printing:** The NV9's 3D-printed design offers a glimpse into the potential of the additive manufacturing technology in the automotive industry. - **Renewable Energy:** The NV9's incorporation of solar power illuminates innovative ways to combine renewable energy technology with transportation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tadpole-Shaped Three-Wheelers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threewheeled-cars.md) - [3D-Printed Sports Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hv001-hybrid-sports-car.md) - [Enclosed Electric Tricycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carver-electric-city-car.md) - [3D-Printed Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vagabund-moto-2022-ktm-freeride-exc.md) - [Futuristic Electric Tricycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yamaha-tricera.md) - [Three-Wheel Pod EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nimbus-one.md) - [Two-Wheeled EV Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twowheeled-electric-car.md) - [Solar-Powered Sleek Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-solaris.md) - [Retro-Style Electric Trikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etrike-revolution.md)