# Slug-Like Scooters The Eco-Friendly Three Wheel Electric Scooter has a Unique Look By Meghan Young | Published 2011-02-16 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/three-wheel-electric-scooter References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/02/15/three-wheelie-urban-pleasure/) & [yachtndesign](http://www.yachtndesign.com/) There is something very sluggish about the Three Wheel Electric Scooter and it has very much to do with its design. Its curving body and antenna-like handlebars makes it look just like a slug. Thankfully, it doesn't move like one. Designed by Hyun-Seok Kim, the Three Wheel Electric Scooter is a playful, [eco-friendly ride](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bee-electric-scooter) that suits city transportation needs perfectly. With its [two front wheels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threewheeled-cars), it ensures equilibrium while also providing a unique overall look. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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 - **Eco-friendly Transportation:** The design of the Three Wheel Electric Scooter provides an opportunity for companies to develop eco-friendly transportation options with unique designs. - **Playful Design:** The Three Wheel Electric Scooter's playful design highlights an opportunity for companies to focus on unique and playful designs for transportation options. - **Balancing Technology:** The use of two front wheels in the Three Wheel Electric Scooter design creates an opportunity for companies to develop more efficient balancing technology in transportation options. ### Where This Applies - **Electric Vehicle Industry:** The Three Wheel Electric Scooter is a unique addition to the electric vehicle industry, offering a different design and look than traditional options. - **Urban Transportation Industry:** The Three Wheel Electric Scooter is well-suited for urban transportation, making it a great opportunity for companies looking to develop transportation options for city dwellers. - **Creative Design Industry:** The design of the Three Wheel Electric Scooter emphasizes the importance of creative and unique designs in the transportation industry, highlighting a potential opportunity for companies focused on creative design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Independent Suspension Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threewheeled-electric-scooter.md) - [Retro-Style Electric Trikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etrike-revolution.md) - [Three-Wheel Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xoto-founder-edition.md) - [Picnic-Ready Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smeg-futro.md) - [Robust Electric Kick Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-stand-bike.md) - [Hybridized Police Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/police-scooter.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Electric Trikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-trike1.md) - [Snazzy Electric Mobility Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-mobility-scooter.md) - [Hybrid Design Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prozui-electric-scooter.md)