# Short-Distance Electric Shuttles The Toyota Ultra-Compact BEV is Perfect for the Elderly and More By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-12-11 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-ultracompact-bev References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/toyota-ultra-compact-bev-battery-electric-vehicle-wants-to-deliver-next-generation-mobility-solution/) The conceptual [Toyota](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-urban-cruiser) Ultra-Compact BEV (battery electric vehicle) is imagined as a [next-generation transportation solution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fastport-equad) for Japan to help support the country's aging population and keep the elderly supported in all stages of life. The vehicle is also well-designed for business professionals or newly licensed drivers who require a way to take short-distance trips around their city. The transportation solution can also serve as a [mobile office](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dacia-hipster) that will offer travelers with a way to get work done remotely as they explore their choice of location. The vehicle offers 100km of driving range per charge and can reach a maximum speed of 60km/h, while also offering a very tight turning radius. This makes the conceptual Toyota Ultra-Compact BEV perfect for urban areas where streets are narrow. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Short-distance Electric Shuttles:** There's an opportunity to develop more affordable electric shuttle services that cater to the elderly or newly licensed drivers. - **Mobile Offices:** There's an opportunity to develop vehicle designs with features that cater to professionals who need a mobile office. - **Urban Electric Vehicles:** As urbanization continues to grow, there's an opportunity to develop more electric vehicles that can navigate narrow roads and drive short distances. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** This industry could benefit from the development of more affordable electric shuttle services that cater to specific demographics. - **Technology:** This industry could contribute to the development of vehicle designs with innovative features, like mobile offices. - **Transportation:** This industry could benefit from the development of urban electric vehicles that can effectively navigate short distances in cities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compact Electric City Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kg-motors.md) - [Electric Urbanite SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-urban-cruiser.md) - [Diminutive All-Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allelectric-suv.md) - [Child Mobility Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfdriving-ev.md) - [Micro Camper Concept Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayoibakok.md) - [Gen Z-Targeted Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-bz.md) - [Rechargeable Two-Seater Modern Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eli-zero.md) - [Wheelchair-Friendly Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniature-van.md) - [Single-Seater Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yksi-electric-vehicle.md)