# Sidewalk Pod Vehicles The Camper Lotus By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-07-02 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/segway-like-sidewalk-vehicles-invasion-of-the-pods References: [ecofriend.org](http://www.ecofriend.org/entry/ultra-compact-camper-lotus-offers-a-green-drive-for-urban-commuters/) & [pattyyuan](http://pattyyuan.com/) (Insert tongue firmly in cheek) The Camper Lotus is a zero-emission transportation device designed by Patty Yuan. She has conceived the notion that people aren't fat, don't need more exercise and sidewalks are plenty wide enough for her transport gizmo. She tweaked a [Segway](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-mobility)-like people mover to make it big enough to hold [two passengers, with a roof](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-iris-etrike) to keep out wind, rain, and pigeon poop. It uses the same gyroscope technology as the Segway, and Yuan thinks it will be on the sidewalks in four years. If nothing else, this is a great video game concept. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Transportation:** The Camper Lotus showcases the trend of sustainable transportation with its zero-emission design. - **Personal Mobility:** The Camper Lotus taps into the trend of personal mobility by offering a convenient and compact solution for transportation. - **Urban Mobility Solutions:** The Camper Lotus reflects the trend of urban mobility solutions, providing a compact and maneuverable vehicle for city sidewalks. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** The automotive industry could explore opportunities in developing and manufacturing compact and eco-friendly vehicles like the Camper Lotus. - **Sustainable Technology:** The sustainable technology industry can benefit from innovative designs like the Camper Lotus, which integrate eco-friendly features into personal transportation. - **Urban Planning:** Urban planning professionals can consider integrating vehicles such as the Camper Lotus into city infrastructure to enhance mobility and reduce congestion. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Three-Wheel Pod EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nimbus-one.md) - [Weekend Excursion City Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playbox-urban-mobility.md) - [Electric Transportation Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-transportation-concept.md) - [Autonomous Amphibious Vehicle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crosser-v1.md) - [Lifestyle-Conscious Transportation Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kia-pod-concept.md) - [Lightweight Folding Vehicle Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-rv-pod.md) - [DIY Portable Electric Campers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quiet-nerd.md) - [Sustainable Multi-Person Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hop-vehicle.md) - [Socialization-Encouraging Travel Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/agorae-mobility-concept.md)