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# Maneuverable Electric City Buses
The REE XBW Concept Vehicle Has Individual-Wheel Drive

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-12-29 | Autos
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ree-xbw
References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2022/12/28/electric-bus-concept-with-individual-wheel-drive-and-x-by-wire-system-makes-it-the-ultimate-city-beast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=electric-bus-concept-with-individual-wheel-drive-and-x-by-wire-system-makes-it-the-ultimate-city-beast) & [ree.auto](https://ree.auto/)

![Maneuverable Electric City Buses](https://cdn.trendhunterstatic.com/thumbs/495/ree-xbw.jpeg)

The REE XBW concept vehicle has been designed by [REE Automotive](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ree) as a future-facing transportation solution that aims to provide operators and commuters alike with a comfortable experience. The vehicle is sleek and stylish on the outside, but hides a powerful [individual-wheel drive system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-naowheel) on the interior to provide power to each wheel for optimized control and performance. The wheels also turn independently to support maneuvering on a dime, which is essential for tight city streets.

The REE XBW concept vehicle is rated to provide unparalleled performance on roads despite its larger size and thus drives much like a smaller car. The vehicle also enables the steering wheel to be repositioned in the cabin to accommodate redesigns or to simply modify the interior to suit driver needs.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.5/10
- Popularity: 89% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 14%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Individual-wheel Drive:** The development of individual-wheel drive systems creates opportunities for enhanced maneuverability and performance in vehicles of all sizes.
- **Electric Vehicle Technology:** Advancements in electric vehicle technology pave the way for more efficient and sustainable transportation solutions.
- **Flexible Interior Design:** Flexibility in vehicle interior design allows for customization and personalization to meet the needs of drivers and passengers.

### Where This Applies

- **Automotive Industry:** Automakers can explore individual-wheel drive technology to enhance the performance and maneuverability of their vehicles.
- **Green Energy Industry:** The development of more efficient and sustainable electric vehicle technology could revolutionize the transportation industry and reduce carbon emissions.
- **Interior Design Industry:** Flexible interior design presents opportunities for designers to create customizable and personalized spaces in vehicles and other transportation modes.

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