# Snow-White Electric Cars The SIM LEI is a Speedily Efficient Green Vehicle By manzil | Published 2011-04-08 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sim-lei References: [ecofriend](http://www.ecofriend.com/entry/sim-drive-designs-sim-lei-an-electric-car-with-200-miles-per-charge/) & [sim-drive](http://www.sim-drive.com/english/index.html) Japan's SIM-Drive's prototype SIM-LEI (Leading Efficiency In-Wheel-Motor) is an [efficient electric four-wheeler](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kg-motors) that's capable of reaching more than 300 kilometers just on single charge, with a top speed of 150 kilometers/hour. SIM-LEI is an innovative project that was executed collaboratively by a group of companies, including Japanese motor giant Mitshubishi Motors and [Isuzu Motors Limited](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isuzu-dmax-ev). SIM-LEI is studded with some stunning features that make it an ultra efficient urban vehicle. Its core features, such as in-wheel-motors and a component built-in frame, are meant for delivering a high-performance ride. The medium-sized and compact SIM-LEI is a [four-seater sedan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2027-bmw-i3) with a spacious interior. SIM-Drive is planning to start mass production of the electric car in 2013, with an aim to reduce harmful effects on the environment. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 6% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Efficient Electric Vehicles:** The SIM LEI demonstrates the trend towards electric vehicles that offer high-performance and can travel long distances on a single charge. - **In-wheel-motors:** The use of in-wheel motors in vehicles, like the SIM LEI, is a trend that maximizes efficiency and performance. - **Collaborative Innovation:** The collaborative effort between SIM-Drive, Mitsubishi Motors, and Isuzu Motors Limited showcases the trend of companies coming together to develop innovative and environmentally-friendly transportation solutions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** The automotive industry has the opportunity to embrace and further develop efficient electric vehicles, like the SIM LEI, to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly transportation options. - **Electric Vehicle Manufacturing:** The electric vehicle manufacturing industry has the opportunity to incorporate in-wheel motors into their designs to enhance performance and efficiency, as demonstrated by the SIM LEI. - **Green Technology:** The green technology industry can leverage collaborative innovation, like the partnership behind the SIM LEI, to develop new environmentally-friendly solutions for transportation and beyond. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Curvaceous Electric Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curvaceous-electric-concept-cars.md) - [Rechargeable Two-Seater Modern Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eli-zero.md) - [Sleek Fully Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iaa-mobility.md) - [All-Electric Racecar Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ariya-singleseater.md) - [Sporty Fully-Electric Vehicle Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abarth-500e.md) - [Solar-Powered Sedan Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-eqxx.md) - [Futuristic Solar-Powered Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightyear-0.md) - [Featherweight Sports EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speedster-ev.md) - [High-Powered Electric Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-bev-sports.md)