# Shoe-Shaped Electric Vehicles The IKONE Three Wheeler Delivers a Clean Ride By manzil | Published 2010-12-07 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ikone References: [ecofriend.org](http://www.ecofriend.org/entry/ikone-all-electric-shoe-shaped-vehicle-for-the-future/) Montreal-based designer Karim Guelmi's IKONE is an [electric three-wheeler](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-iris-etrike) that offers an eco-friendly ride. Bearing the shape of a shoe, the IKONE is a cost-effective vehicle with green technologies. Designed in collaboration with Montreal-based company Fun E-Cycles, the vehicle features electric engines that are powered by [lithium-ion batteries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renault-twingo-etech-electric-prototype). Integrating a fresh design with an eco-concept, the IKONE is a true vehicle for eco-conscious riders. **Implications** - The automotive industry is making a transition to eco vehicles due to concerns of pollution. The current development of electric engines by car companies are easing eco conscious consumers into living a "green" lifestyle. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Electric Vehicles:** The rise of electric vehicles presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the automotive industry to transition to eco-friendly transportation. - **Eco-conscious Consumerism:** The growing concern for environmental impact is driving the demand for eco-friendly products, creating opportunities for businesses to cater to eco-conscious consumers. - **Green Technologies:** The development of green technologies is offering disruptive innovation opportunities for industries to incorporate eco-friendly solutions into their products and services. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry can embrace the trend of electric vehicles, investing in research and development to create more sustainable and clean transportation options. - **Cycling Industry:** The cycling industry can capitalize on the demand for eco-friendly transportation by offering innovative electric three-wheelers like the IKONE, providing sustainable alternatives for urban commuting. - **Battery Industry:** The battery industry has the opportunity to develop and improve lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles, contributing to the advancement of green technologies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro-Style Electric Trikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etrike-revolution.md) - [Single-Seater Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yksi-electric-vehicle.md) - [Three-Wheel Pod EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nimbus-one.md) - [Enclosed Electric Tricycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carver-electric-city-car.md) - [Four-Wheeled Hybrid Bike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karver-cyle-concept-k1.md) - [Tilting Three-Wheeled EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kairos-ev.md) - [Electric Truck Shoe Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/footwear-project.md) - [Streamlined Two-Seater Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-electric-car-concept.md) - [Electric Transportation Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-transportation-concept.md)