# Transparent Self-Driving EVs The Conceptual 'UNIMO' Electric Vehicle by Timo Weißbach is Bus-Like By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-05-26 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimo-electric-vehicle References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2022/05/25/this-futuristic-modular-ev-can-carry-everything-from-passengers-to-cargo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=this-futuristic-modular-ev-can-carry-everything-from-passengers-to-cargo)  The conceptual 'UNIMO' electric vehicle has been designed by Timo Weißbach as an emissions-free, self-driving transportation solution that highlights a multifunctional design. The name of the vehicle is a portmanteau of [united](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boeing-and-united-airlines) mobility and features a [transparent canopy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sphere-vehicle) that allows for clear views of the interior or exterior, depending on the standpoint. The vehicle also functions as a charging station for electric scooters in the front thanks to a docking functionality. The conceptual 'UNIMO' electric vehicle is designed with passenger transportation in mind, but also works effectively for [moving cargo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evolv-elm-mobility). This multifunctional design enables use in a variety of scenarios, while the expanding form of the vehicle means it can adapt to a wide variety of environments. The growing design of the vehicle could liken it to a bus, depending on the size, for public transportation uses. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Multifunctional Evs:** The UNIMO's multifunctional design presents an opportunity for EV manufacturers to create vehicles that can adapt to a variety of scenarios. - **Transparent Canopy:** The UNIMO's transparent canopy presents an opportunity for EV manufacturers to create vehicles with clear views of the interior or exterior. - **Self-driving Evs:** The UNIMO's self-driving features present an opportunity for EV manufacturers to create autonomous transportation solutions. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Electric Vehicles:** The UNIMO presents opportunities for further innovation in the electric vehicle industry through its multifunctional and transparent design. - **Public Transportation:** The UNIMO's adaptable design and potential bus-like size presents an opportunity for innovation in public transportation solutions. - **Electric Scooters:** The UNIMO's docking functionality for electric scooters presents an opportunity for innovation in the electric scooter industry through improved charging solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Electric Transportation Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-transportation-concept.md) - [Multifunctional Transport Buses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubblic-public.md) - [Streamlined Two-Seater Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-electric-car-concept.md) - [Transforming Commuter Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-vista-roadster.md) - [Oversized Well-Appointed Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-urbansphere-concept.md) - [Reconfigurable Travel Pod Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pix-robobus.md) - [Autonomous Timber Transportation Shuttles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timber-shuttle.md) - [Interchangeable Autonomous Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/driverless-transportation-system.md) - [Fully Autonomous Crossover SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dkm-20.md)