# Remote-Controlled Skateboards These Electronic Skatey Boards Make for a Relaxing Ride By Remi Oerlemans | Published 2011-02-23 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urbanized-electronic-skateboards References: [skatey.nl](http://www.skatey.nl) The [remote-controlled electronic Skatey boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-skateboard-design) gets you on the move in a quick and efficient way. The board comes in different versions (from 150w to 800w). Available now to compete with alternatives and offering a new and safe way to move ahead in a great way, the electronic Skatey boards are revolutionary. These remote-controlled decks are sure to make moving around the city easier, while providing an [eco-friendly alternative to cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advanced-electric-scooters). **Implications** - Since gas prices are on the rise and don't seem to be lowering any time soon, many people are looking for [alternative modes of transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bee-electric-scooter). Businesses that are able to supply people with eco-friendly means of getting around are not only helping the environment, but helping out people in need of an efficient way cruise around town. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Remote-controlled Skateboards:** The rise of eco-friendly transportation options presents an opportunity for businesses to offer innovative solutions like remote-controlled skateboards. - **Electric Skateboards:** With rising gas prices, the demand for alternative modes of transportation like electric skateboards is increasing. - **Personal Transportation Devices:** The trend towards compact, personal transportation devices such as remote-controlled skateboards is disrupting the traditional transportation industry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Eco-friendly Transportation:** The eco-friendly transportation industry has an opportunity to embrace innovation by offering electric skateboards as a viable option for commuting. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Outdoor recreation companies can leverage the popularity of remote-controlled skateboards as a fun and exciting way to explore the outdoors. - **Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the trend towards personal transportation devices by offering a variety of remote-controlled skateboards for sale. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intuitive Remote-Free Electric Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-skateboard.md) - [Hybridized Electric Longboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybridized-electric-longboards.md) - [App-Controlled Skates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/appcontrolled-skates.md) - [Skateboard-Inspired Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bustin-boards-skatex.md) - [Electric Motorized Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bustin-boards.md) - [Motorized Inline Skate Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/escend-blades.md) - [All-Terrain Electric Skateboard Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twowheel-electric-board.md) - [Electric Skateboard Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-skateboard-design.md) - [Motorized Electric Roller Skates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollwalk-electric-roller-skates.md)