# Honeycomb Three Wheelers The Spira4u Three-Wheeler is Undergoing Pilot Production By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-01-14 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spira4u References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/spira4u-production-begins/35482/) & [spira4u](http://spira4u.com/) The Spira4u is an ultra-economical three-wheeler, being produced in China, that will comprise both electric and gas-powered versions. This car-scooter hybrid is expected to gain [United States](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boeing-and-united-airlines) [EPA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/equinox-eqs400-4matic) emission testing approval shortly. The electric Spira4u weighs 236 kg while the gas version weighs 200 kg. Both versions utilize a composite honeycomb chassis and a fiberglass body that incorporates recyclable lightweight foam body panels. The gas-powered version of the vehicle costs only $5,000 and uses a fuel-injected, 150 cc Chinese Wangye motorcycle engine with automatic transmission, which allows it to attain a top speed of 85 km/h -- more than sufficient for urban cruising. The electric version costs $9,000 and can hit a top speed of 100 km/h. The electric version also has a reverse gear and a rear-facing camera, which are missing in the gas version. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Ultra-economical Three-wheelers:** The Spira4u is an example of an ultra-economical three-wheeler that combines cost-effectiveness and eco-friendliness. - **Car-scooter Hybrids:** The Spira4u is a car-scooter hybrid that offers a unique and efficient transportation option. - **Lightweight Composite Chassis:** The Spira4u's composite honeycomb chassis provides a lightweight and durable alternative to traditional vehicle structures. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can explore opportunities to design and manufacture more eco-friendly and cost-effective vehicles like the Spira4u. - **Green Technology:** Green technology companies can develop innovative solutions for electric and hybrid vehicles, focusing on cost-efficiency and environmental sustainability. - **Transportation:** The transportation industry can adopt and promote car-scooter hybrids as a practical and efficient mode of transportation for urban areas. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Futuristic Electric Tricycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yamaha-tricera.md) - [Electric Three-Wheel Roadsters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threewheel-roadster.md) - [Enclosed Electric Tricycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carver-electric-city-car.md) - [Three-Wheel Pod EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nimbus-one.md) - [Three-Wheeled Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veemo-velomobile.md) - [Hybridized Police Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/police-scooter.md) - [Electric Quadricycle Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microlino-2.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Three-Wheelers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morgan-super-3.md) - [Comfortable Electric Tricycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/two-front-wheel-electric.md)