# Zero Emission Electric Bikes Vectrix 3W By Alex Covert | Published 2007-07-25 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-emission-electric-bike-vectrix-3w References: [vectrix](http://www.vectrix.com/Portal/1/Language/47/Page/109/Electric_3W.aspx) This [concept motor scooter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harley-davidson-livewire) is the [three-wheeled version](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meet-one-trike-tour) of the Vectrix Maxi-Scooter, the world's first [zero-emission motor bike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wn7). It goes 0-50 in 6.8 seconds, tops out at 62 mph, and can go about 68 miles on a single charge. The memorable design of this bike, though, is its patented throttle-activated regenerative braking system called DAaRT. This system redirects energy back into the battery during braking. Super cool! **Implications** - The idea was to build a bike that would not only be great for the environment, but also get you to where you want to go fast. No getting stuck in traffic! Buying a product that helps you as well as the environment is sure to make you feel good about your purchase. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 54% | 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) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Regenerative Braking Systems:** Opportunities for innovation in regenerative braking systems for electric bikes and other vehicles to increase battery efficiency and reduce emissions. - **Electric Vehicles:** The rise of electric bikes and other electric vehicles as a disruptive innovation with potential to drastically reduce emissions and revolutionize transportation. - **Green Consumerism:** The trend towards environmentally conscious consumerism and the increasing demand for products with eco-friendly features, such as zero-emission electric bikes. ### Where This Applies - **Electric Bike Manufacturing:** Opportunities for manufacturers of electric bikes to innovate and improve battery efficiency and regenerative braking systems to appeal to the growing demand for eco-friendly transportation options. - **Sustainable Transportation:** The potential for electric bikes and other sustainable transportation options to disrupt traditional transportation industries and provide more environmentally friendly alternatives. - **Green Energy:** The rise of green energy sources, such as electric bikes, as a disruptive force in the energy industry, with potential to replace traditional fossil fuel-powered transportation and revolutionize the industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solar-Powered Electric Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-clipse-2.md) - [Eco-Friendly Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-electric-scooter.md) - [Connected Eco Cafe Racers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebeta-electric-cafe-cruiser.md) - [High-Power Zero-Emissions eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartravel-st201f-electric-bike.md) - [Electric Race Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velocifero-race-x.md) - [Three-Wheeled Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veemo-velomobile.md) - [Speedily Sprinting Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-escooter.md) - [Ultra-Modern Urbanite Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-ls1.md) - [Hybridized Police Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/police-scooter.md)