# Fabric-Covered Electric Cars The Rimono Prototype Vehicle is a Battery-Powered Two-Seater By Alyson Wyers | Published 2016-06-01 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prototype-vehicle References: [digitaltrends](http://www.digitaltrends.com/cars/rimono-fabric-bodied-ev-news-pictures-specs-range/) & [rimono.jp](http://www.rimono.jp/) This tiny prototype vehicle might seem inconvenient due to its fabric body, but the [electric car](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-compact-architecture) was designed to navigate the busy city streets in Japan. From Japanese company Rimono, the [small electric vehicle seats two passengers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yksi-electric-vehicle) and is covered with a bright blue material, giving it a cheery esthetic. At just 86 inches long, the concept automobile is somewhere between a car and scooter. The fabric body is a waterproof polyester cotton that is also used to make tarps. Suitable for two adults or an adult and two small children, the prototype vehicle features child-like knobs and round headlights that give the car an almost cartoonish appearance. To top off the battery pack-powered 6.8 horsepower electric motor, the auto has a handlebar to steer with. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Electric Vehicles with Fabric Body:** Fabric-covered electric cars could provide a lightweight and customizable alternative to traditional car designs. - **Compact Electric Vehicles:** Tiny electric vehicles designed for navigating busy city streets offer a solution for reducing congestion and carbon emissions. - **Child-friendly Electric Cars:** Electric cars with child-like aesthetics and features could create a fun and engaging driving experience for families. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can explore the potential of fabric-covered electric cars to disrupt traditional car manufacturing and design. - **Green Technology:** Fabric-covered electric cars contribute to the development of eco-friendly transportation options and promote sustainable living. - **Family Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can capitalize on the concept of child-friendly electric cars to create immersive family experiences and attractions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rechargeable Two-Seater Modern Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eli-zero.md) - [Enclosed Electric Tricycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carver-electric-city-car.md) - [Retro-Styled Electric Convertibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-convertible.md) - [Compact Electric City Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kg-motors.md) - [Compact Off-Roading Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microlino-ev.md) - [Streamlined Two-Seater Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-electric-car-concept.md) - [Three-Wheel Pod EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nimbus-one.md) - [Electric Hot Rod Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-hot-rod.md) - [Petite Solar-Powered EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-ev.md)