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Wind Turbine-Integrated Vehicles

The 'Sam' Electric Vehicle Creates Renewable Energy When Driving

— January 11, 2018 — Autos
The market for sustainable transportation solutions is only increasing as consumers and businesses seek out more efficient ways to get around, so the 'Sam' electric vehicle has been designed with a new approach to energy use.

The vehicle incorporates a series of wind turbines in the wheels that will harness energy as the unit is in motion, which can then be captured to help extend range or power the various onboard systems. The edgy aesthetic of the conceptual vehicle makes it ready for the city of the future to offer individuals an energy positive way to get around without the need for a combustion engine.

The 'Sam' electric vehicle is the design work of Snežana Jeremić and also boasts an aggressively aerodynamic aesthetic that ensures it's truly as efficient on the road as possible.
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Transportation - The integration of wind turbines into vehicles creates new opportunities to generate renewable energy while driving, paving the way for disruptive innovations in the transportation industry.
2. Energy-capturing Technology - The incorporation of energy-capturing technology into transportation systems opens up a potential new market for innovative, sustainable energy solutions.
3. Aerodynamic Vehicle Design - The demand for more efficient transportation solutions is driving innovations in aerodynamic vehicle design, creating new opportunities for manufacturers to differentiate their products and appeal to eco-conscious consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - The automotive industry could benefit from incorporating energy-capturing technology and sustainable design features into their vehicles, as consumers increasingly prioritize environmentally-friendly transportation options.
2. Renewable Energy Industry - The renewable energy industry could develop new technologies to capture energy from wind turbines integrated into vehicles, creating opportunities to expand the market for clean energy solutions and drive down costs.
3. Smart City Industry - The development of energy-positive transportation solutions like the 'Sam' electric vehicle could be instrumental in creating more sustainable and efficient smart cities, opening up new opportunities for urban planners and infrastructure developers.
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