# Elliptical Electric Vehicles The Veu Instantly Goes from Tricycle to Rolling Trolley By Michael Hines | Published 2011-10-21 | Updated 2011-11-13 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-veu References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/veu-individual-electric-vehicle-that-can-be-transformed-into-a-trolley-in-seconds/) & [coroflot](http://www.coroflot.com/monk1986) The VEU is an interesting electric vehicle that looks nothing like a typical [fold-up bicycle or tricycle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kettwiesel-one-plus). The Vehiculo Electrico Unipersonal, Personal Electric Veicle in English, is designed for those with short commutes who don’t necessarily have anywhere to store a bicycle. The VEU has an odd [three-wheeled shape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-trike-design) that makes it look more like a piece of exercise equipment than an electric vehicle. When you have reached your destination, simply fold the VEU for quick and convenient storage. When folded, the vehicle can be pulled like a piece of luggage and isn’t much bigger than a golf bag. No specs have been given on the VEU’s range or speed limit, but it should be safe to assume it won’t be able to go very fast or far. Hopefully it can be charged via a standard wall outlet. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Fold-up Electric Vehicles:** The VEU showcases the potential for compact, foldable electric vehicles that are easy to store and transport. - **Unconventional Electric Vehicle Design:** The VEU's unique three-wheeled shape challenges traditional electric vehicle designs, opening up opportunities for innovative and unconventional designs. - **Short Commute Solutions:** The VEU addresses the needs of individuals with short commutes, creating opportunities for electric vehicles tailored specifically for short-distance travel. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Electric Vehicle Manufacturing:** The rise of fold-up electric vehicles like the VEU presents new opportunities for manufacturers to develop and produce compact, portable electric vehicles. - **Smart Mobility Solutions:** The unconventional design of the VEU highlights the potential for innovation in smart mobility solutions that provide convenient and sustainable transportation options. - **Urban Transportation Services:** The VEU's focus on short commutes opens up possibilities for new urban transportation services that cater to the needs of urban dwellers with limited storage space. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recumbent Pedal-Assist Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vemoo-recumbent-tricycle.md) - [Battery-Fuelled Electric Tricycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vook.md) - [Enclosed Electric Tricycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carver-electric-city-car.md) - [Expandable Electric Cargo Trikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-folding-cargo-bike.md) - [Modular Cargo-Hauling Electric Trikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-etrikes.md) - [Lightweight Folding E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vello-sub.md) - [Customizable Electric Trikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maven-urban-etrike.md) - [Waterproof Electric Folding Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velotric-fold-1.md) - [Multifunctional Hybrid Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-mobility.md)