Designed by Siqi Liu, the “Urban Wheels” is an electric personal ride-on transporter that harnesses solar power to accomplish multi-tasks. Featuring a flexible body and design that transforms the way people work, play and live, this urban commuter is powered by an electric motor that gets juice from a battery pack. In order to harness maximum solar energy, the designer has used two 33” x 24.5” solar panels that can to the left and right up front slide.
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The Urban Wheels comes loaded with features like a removable built-in rack or basket for your regular shopping, a control panel, LED lighting system and aluminum chassis. The adjustable handlebar that can be regulated between 38” and 51” offers great comfort and convenience. So next time you wish to go gardening, shopping, camping or any short distance traveling, you know what to take along.
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Via: TheDesignBlog
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