# Rechargeable Handlebar Lights The 'Glo-Bars' are a Sustainable Bicycle Safety Precaution By Senduran Bhakthakumaran | Published 2012-03-31 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-glo-bars References: [ubergizmo](http://www.ubergizmo.com/2012/03/glo-bars-increase-cyclist-visibility-at-night/) & [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2012/03/26/clever-handlebars/) Bicycle safety applications have become a recent trend in cycle manufacturing and as ideas bloom, newer ideas are given a chance to form and the 'Glo-Bars' are a perfect example. They are [rechargeable LED-lit handlebars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rechargeable-wireless-lighting) that are bright enough to light up the road ahead of a cyclist, serving as a useful safety precaution for both bikers and drivers. The lights have been taken a step further so that they can also be used as [signal indicators for turns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclist-safety1). When it's too dark to see hand signals, the Glo-Bars become most useful. This is a fairly simple innovation using rechargeable methods and LED lights but its impact is enormous as [cycling accidents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radian-wingman) are not infrequent in cities. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Bicycle Safety Applications:** Opportunity to create innovative products that enhance cyclist safety and visibility on the road. - **Rechargeable LED Technology:** Potential for developing sustainable and energy-efficient lighting solutions for various applications, including bicycle handlebars. - **Signal Indicator Innovations:** Opportunity to design new ways for cyclists to communicate their intentions to drivers and enhance safety on the road. ### Where This Applies - **Cycling Equipment Manufacturing:** Industry can explore the development of advanced safety features and sustainable technologies for bicycles and accessories. - **LED Lighting Industry:** Industry can leverage rechargeable LED technology to create energy-efficient lighting solutions for various applications, including bicycle safety. - **Smart Transportation Solutions:** Sector can incorporate innovative signal indicator technologies and safety features to enhance bicycle safety in urban environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [App-Enabled Bike Handlebars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-handlebar.md) - [Gesture-Controlled Turn Signal Armbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flasher-armbands.md) - [Space-Saving Cyclist Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rydesafe-headtube-bike-light.md) - [Crank-Powered Bike Light Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wnd-helmet.md) - [Omnidirectional Bike Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vis-lightpool-taillight.md) - [Style-Conscious Cyclist Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/town-mouse-center-light.md) - [Illuminated Cycling Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illuminated-cycling-helmet.md) - [Tech-Enhanced Safety Bike Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rear-bike-light.md) - [Synced Bike Light Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-light-system.md)