Driving is becoming a less palatable transportation option for many consumers concerned about the impacts of climate change, but it's impossible to ignore the convenience of motorized vehicles, and these alternative driving devices a a great way to bridge that divide.
With significantly smaller profiles than any traditional automobile, go-karts, buggies, roadsters, three-wheelers and other small-scale driving devices require far less horsepower to get their occupants moving. Whether gas-powered or fully electric, these vehicles cut emissions without cutting transportation efficacy.
Cities are especially crucial in the fight against climate changes, as they contribute to a markedly higher proportion of carbon emissions when compared to rural areas. These miniature driving devices are perfect for traversing cities, since their tiny frames help with parking as well as maneuvering in tight, high-traffic spaces. Though addressing climate change is an imperative for many consumers, these pint-sized driving devices show that motorized vehicles can still play a primary role in future transportation.
16 Diminutive Driving Devices
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All-Electric Roadsters
Kyburz Debuted a Sporty Electric 'eRod' Roadster
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Diminutive Limited Edition Roadsters
Get Behind the Wheel of the Luxury Ariel Atom 3.5R
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Buzzing Bumblebee Motorbikes
The Stripes of a Black and Yellow Motorcycle Create Insectile Look
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Ice-Fishing Go-Karts
The Ice Auger Machine Runs On Snowmobile Skis
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Boxy Industrial Motobikes
The Yamaha Scorpio by Thrive Motocycles is Made for Mad Max
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Reptilian Desert Vehicles
The Palm Valley Buggy Has Been Adapted to Deal with Outback Terrain
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3D-Printed Mini Cars
The Audi Brand Create a 3D-Printed Car Mimicking Its ‘Union Type C’
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Insane Three-Wheeled Roadsters
The Polaris Slingshot is Bizarre and Spectacular
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Kid-Friendly Go-Karts
The 'Arrow Smart-Kart' Gives Children the Opportunity to Experience Driving
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Turbocharged Concept Cars
The Can-Am Spyder F3 Turbo Concept Car Features Masterful Design
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Speedy Electric Race Karts
The Bosch Electric Kart is Designed for Fast Racing without Gas
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Downsized Luxury Spy Cars
The DB Convertible Junior is for Pre-Teen James Bonds
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Dual Seating Motorcycles
The Polaris Slingshot Roadster is a Car and Motorcycle Hybrid
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Commemorative Dune Buggies
The Manx V is the 50th Anniversary Version of the Iconic Meyers Manx
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Vintage Electric Three-Wheelers
The Morgan EV3 Combines Vintage Design With An Electric Drivetrain
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App-Connected Go-Karts
This Electric Go-Kart's Speed and Range Can Be Controlled Via An App
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Rugged Diminutive Camper Vans
The Potential Motors Adventure 1 Electric Camper Has Two Motors
Futuristic Single-Seater Bikes
The Canyon Future Mobility Concept Has a Carbon Fiber Shell
Two-in-One Kids Scooter Designs
This Children's Electric Scooter Concept is Adjustable
Swappable Battery Electric Motorcycles
The Honda E-Dax Mini Moto by Michio Papers is Efficient
Short-Range Electric Motorcycles
The ATHENA e-Motorcycle Concept by Zhengxuan Xie is Stylish
Impossibly Portable Electric Scooters
The Arma Scooter Fits Inside a Backpack
App-Enabled Electric Kickscooters
The 'RS3' Offers Compactly Convenient Urban Transportation
Tilting Three-Wheeled EVs
The Kairos EV Uses a Tilt Functionality for Greater Stability
Off-Grid Exploration Vans
The Conceptual GAC Van Life Autonomous Vehicle is Eco-Friendly
Motorized Electric Off-Road Wagons
The e-Beach Wagon Has a Safe, Variable Speed
Digital Nomad Concept Cars
This Multipurpose Car Was Envisioned By Students From Skoda
Pedal-Assist Electric Quadricycles
The 'Karbike' Combines Advantages Of E-Bikes and Micro-Cars
Autonomous Vehicle Coffee Makers
The 'DOTS' Vehicle Coffee Machine by Junseo Oh is Compact
Autonomous Amphibious Vehicle Designs
The CROSSER V1 by Bernardo Pereira is for Coastal Cities
Branded Action Camera Go-Karts
The Conceptual GoPro GoKart by Sean Gao Captures the Action
Utilitarian Cargo-Hauling Scooters
The 'Scootility' Electric Scooter Offers Ample Storage Space
Multifunctional Hybrid Electric Bikes
YU ID Presents the Versatile Electric Mobility Bike
AR-Equipped Electric Motorcycles
The EyeLights Rocket One Works Seamlessly with a Connected Helmet
Shapeshifting Urban Commuter Trikes
The MG-X Trike Concept by Benjamin Miller is Futuristic
Two-Wheeled EV Concepts
The 'SHANE' Two-Wheeled Electric Car Concept Has Space for Five
Affordable Two-Seater Electric Vehicles
The Ark Zero is Priced at £5,995 in the UK
Modular Battery E-Bikes
EGO POWER's Latest E-Bike Runs on Regular Power Tool Batteries
Off-Grid Workspace Vehicles
The Škoda Roadiaq Concept Car is Based on the Enyaq iV
Video Game-Inspired Vehicle Designs
The Conceptual 'MG MAZE' Celebrates Real and Virtual Worlds
Folding Off-Grid Electric Bikes
The Yadea Innovator All-Terrain eBike Has a Long-Range Battery
Double-Suspension Kickscooters
This Electric Kickscooter Can Handle Bumps and Obstacles With Ease
Automobile-Inspired Electric Bikes
The Porsche eBike Cross Was Developed with Rotwild
Tadpole-Shaped Three-Wheelers
This Three-Wheeled Car Boasts a Low Center Of Gravity
Eco-Friendly Ammonia Engines
These Engines Can Power Automobiles Whilst Curbing Carbon Emissions
Compact Cargo E-Bikes
These Electric Bikes Boast Pedal-Assisted Cargo-Hauling Abilities
Four-Wheeled Hybrid Bike Designs
The Karver Cyle Concept K1 by Kip Kubisz is Performance-Driven
Eco-Friendly Electric Scooters
This Urban Electric Scooter Offers Safe & Reliable City Navigation
Shapeshifting Electric Rickshaw Scooters
The Surge S32 Has an Interchangeable Body Frame
Gen Z-Targeted Scooter Models
The Conceptual 'Omni' Electric Scooter is Customizable
Emissions-Free Electric Leisure Boats
The GoSun Elcat Solar Electric Boat Has a 1.3kWh Motor
Modular Electric Utility Vehicles
This Three-Wheeler Can Be Adapt to Different Work Applications
Technical Education Car Toys
The Conceptual 'GoCar' Helps Kids Learn to Code Autonomous Vehicles
Sustainable Electric Bike Concepts
Przemysław Wolnicki Designed the Concept E-THUNDER Bike
Sustainable Multi-Person Scooters
Of My Imagination Designs the Hop Vehicle for Urban Spaces
Accessibility-Promoting Electric Quadricycles
This Vehicle Caters to Drivers With Disabilities
Ultra-Fast One-Person Electric Vehicles
Alauda Aeronautics Unveils the New Airspeeder MK4 Vehicle
Neo-Urbanite Off-Grid eBikes
The Conceptual 'E-THUNDER' Electric Bike is Commute and Trail-Ready
Retrofittable Stroller-Accessory Designs
Easy-Way Unveils an Electric Power Assist for Strollers
Electric Five-Door Cars
This Vehicle is a Reimagined Version Of the 'Renault 5' Sports Car
All-Electric Towed Trailers
The Lightship L1 Trailer is Battery-Powered and has a Minimal Design
Luxury Off-Road Electric SUVs
The Range Rover Electric Prototype Has a New Traction Control System
Compact Electric City Cars
KG Motors' 'mibot' Offers Enhanced Mobility
Adventurous Pint-Sized EVs
The Opel Rocks Electric e-XTREME Concept is Off-Road-Ready
Electric Cargo Trike Concepts
The New Cake Slev Concept is Imagined for Urban Environments
Aerodynamic Electric Sedans
Volkswagen's 'ID.7' Sedan Offers An Impressive Range Of 700 Kilometers
Retro-Inspired Two Seater EVs
The Pininfarina DYNO by Kanishq Palav Has Hubless Wheels
Rechargeable Two-Seater Modern Vehicles
Eli Electric Vehicles Designs the Eli ZERO Car
AI-Fueled Urban E-Bikes
The 'LX2' Uses AI Tools to Shift Gears & Optimize Pedaling Output
Electric Car Chassis Platforms
The 'Super Board' Reduces the Development Time Of Electric Vehicles
Bluetooth-Operated Motorized Skateboards
This New Electric Skateboard Offers Gear & Speed Settings
Electric Three-Wheel Roadsters
The 'Leggera' Roadsters Offer Sporty Rides At An Accessible Price
Automatic Foldable E-Bikes
The GoCycle G4i is a Foldable E-Bike with 'Predictive Shifting'
Compact Urban Mobility Solutions
The 'Smol Electric Motorcycle' is Ultra-Lightweight
Hydrogen-Powered Vehicle Systems
Layer Designs the Croft System to Sustainably Power Vehicles
1920s-Inspired Electric Vehicles
The Bentley Blower Jnr is by Bentley and the Little Car Company
Opulent Off-Road Kids Cars
The Mercedes-Benz Unimog Kids Car is Battery-Powered
Three-Wheeled Electric Bikes
The Veemo Velomobile from ENVO is a Stable, Efficient Vehicle
Oddball Penny-Farthing Bikes
This High-Wheel Bike Features a Motor and Battery
Escapism Electric Vehicle Concepts
The 'Trekker' Concept Vehicle is Imagined for Urbanites in 2030
Connected Urbanite Electric Bikes
The Pave Motors BK e-Bike Has a Sleek, Minimalist Design
Electric Mini Camper Vans
Vanderer Presents a Look at the New Citroën 2CV Electric Design
Electric Urbanite SUVs
The Toyota Urban Cruiser is Built on the Brand's Dedicated BEV Platform
Sleek Electric Bicycles
Civilized Cycles Presents the Versatile Model 1 Electric Bike
Electric Adult Go-Karts
Razor Debuts a New Adult-Sized Go-Kart for an Enhanced Racing Experience
Autonomous Vehicle Kits
This Kit Teaches Kids How AI is Changing Transportation Dynamics
Micro Kei-Style Electric Trucks
The Telo Truck Has Two Axle Motors for 500-Horsepower
Mobile Motorized Inflatable Watercraft
The GoBoat 2.0 is Inflatable for Easy Portability
Miniaturized Americana SUVs
The Conceptual Ford Mini Bronco by Naoto Kobayashi is Squarish
DIY Portable Electric Campers
Designer Quiet Nerd Creates a Unique New Electric Camper
Shapeshifting Communal EVs
The Kia Concept PV5 and PV7 Have a Projected 2025 Release
Baby-Friendly Motorized Boats
Little Tikes' Motorized Cozy Coupe Baby Boat is Water-Safe
Miniature DIY Cars
The Peel P50 Car Comes in a DIY Kit with a Fiberglass Shell and 49cc Engine
Wireless Automotive Charging Solutions
'ONE POINTECH' Creates Wireless Chargers for Micro Mobility
Hydrogen-Powered Concept Vehicles
Yamaha Unveils its Hydrogen-Powered Golf Cart, the 'Drive H2'
Urban Electric Tricycles
The Bako B1 is Designed to Cut Costs for Last-Mile Deliveries in Cities
Solar-Powered Autonomous Vehicles
The 'Ada' Autonomous Vehicle Concept is Passively Charged
Yellow Camouflage Electric Cars
Mini Set to Release the Eco-Friendly 2025 Mini Countryman SUV
Futuristic Mini Bikes
Naxeon Showed Off an Electric Mini Bike with Highway-Ready Specs
Accessible Step-Through E-Bikes
Lime's New E-Bike Models Don't Require Manual Pedaling
Artfully DIY-Wrapped Minibuses
Volkswagen Presents the All-Electric ID.Buzz Microbus
Speedily Sprinting Electric Scooters
Segway's New E-Scooter Can Hit 50 Km/h in Under Three Seconds
High Speed-Capable Electric Vehicles
Kia Announces Its High-Performance 'EV 9 GT' Model
All-Electric Tiny Crossover Cars
The MINI Aceman Features Space for Five in the Cabin
Life-Sized Electric Toy Cars
The Little Car Company Unveils the Larger Wild One Max
AI-Enhanced Smart Bikes
This eBike is Equipped With ChatGPT, Anti-Theft Protections and More
Compartmentalized Robotic Delivery Vehicles
The 'Buzzy Bot' by Marko Lukovic Has a Geometric Form
Battery-Powered Minibikes
Greenworks Announced a New Set of Electric Minibikes
Bright Miniature Electric Vehicles
Fiat Unveils its new Topolino EV Inspired by its Citroen Ami
Swappable Battery Delivery Scooters
The D05 Electric Delivery Scooter Concept is Easy to Service
Debut Electric Go-Karts
Greenworks' Latest Product Lineup Includes a Removable Battery Go-Kart
Weekend Excursion City Vehicles
The Playbox Urban Mobility Vehicle is Imagined for 2040
Reimagined Compact EVs
The New Mini Cooper Offers Electrifying Performance From a Compact Package
Ruggedized Electric UTVs
This UTV Offers Eco-Friendly Yet Hyper-Efficient Performance
Multifunctional Personal Mobility Devices
The Modi Fuses a Skateboard, Scooter, and Hoverboard
Electric Sports Car Concepts
Lotus is Designing its 'Theory 1' EV with Three-Seat Design
Battery-Fuelled Electric Tricycles
The VOOK is an Electric Long Range Trike with Comfort
Turtle-Inspired Sleek Automobiles
Mercedes Benz Presents a Look at the Vision iMobility
Off-Road-Ready Electric Vehicles
The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 XRT Has a Dual-Motor Drivetrain
Three-Wheel Electric Scooters
XOTO Founder Edition Urban Electric Scooters are Easy to Ride
Retro-Futuristic Electric SUVs
KIA Reveals Its Retro-Futuristic Designed All-Electric EV9 SUV
Phosphate Battery-Powered EVs
This Affordable Electric Car Offers a Range Of Above 400 Kilometers
Inaugural Midsized Electric SUVs
The smart #5 Electric SUV Balances Function and Form
Wheelchair-Friendly Vans
This Miniature Van is Designed With Accessibility At the Forefront
Immersive Climate Crisis Games
DOMINO: The Little One Brings Awareness to Climate Change
Range-Boosting Aerodynamic Systems
Hyundai's 'Active Air Skirts' Increase the Efficiency Of EVs
AI-Powered Voice Assistant EVs
The Kia EV3 Will Provide Drivers with a ChatGPT-Powered Assistant
Sporty All-Electric Concept Cars
The Volkswagen ID.X Performance Maximizes Electric Capabilities
Ultra-Compact Cargo Bikes
The Yoonit Mini Cargobike Easily Carries a Range of Loads
All Terrain Electric Skis
Skwheel One Travels Up to 50 Mph on Snow, Sand, and More
DIY Robotics Toys
The WindBots from Thames & Kosmos are Intricate Learning Toys
Battery-Powered Food Trucks
Food Trucks are Replacing Dirty Generators with Clean Battery Systems
Ultra-Compact Stunt Ebikes
The JackRabbit XG is a Tiny Bike with a 500-Watt Motor
Neighborhood Electric Vehicles
The Club Car CRU Invites People to Slow Down & "Be a Detourist"
Eco-Friendly Cafe Vehicles
This Conceptual Solar-Powered Coffee Truck Operates Anywhere
Naked Electric Motorbikes
This Kawasaki Motorbike's Batteries Can Be Removed For Charging
All-Electric Pope Vehicles
Pope Francis Introduces a New Popemobile by Mercedes-Benz
Research-Centric Hydrogen Motorcycles
This Open-Source Two-Wheeler Aims to Encourage Innovation
Adaptable Foldable Electric Bikes
Buzzy Bike Designs a Dynamic and Expressive E-Bike
Ruggedly Sculpted EV Models
The All-Electric MINI Countryman E Updates a Classic
Electric Cargo Bike-Sharing Programs
CargoB Launched in Boston as USA's First Cargo Bikeshare
AI Built-In Cars
Baidu Launches the First Electric Car to Have ChatGPT-Style Functions
Hydrofoiling Electric Boats
Navier's 'N30' Boat Promises Eco-Friendly Waterway Transportation
Electronic Waste-Built Racing Cars
Lazerian and Envision Racing Design the Recover-E Series
Shareable Autonomous Vehicle Designs
The Tesla Cybercab Has No Steering Wheel or Pedals
Kenyan E-Bike Programs
Uber Drivers in Kenya can Now Use an Uber-Branded E-Bike with Electric Boda
Mapping Car Battery Support
Google Maps Rolls Out Battery and Charging Support for Electric Cars
Miniscule Electric SUVs
The 'VF 3' Mini SUV is a Powerfully Compact Vehicle
Solar-Powered Golf Carts
LOBO EV Marks Its Third Successful Export of Golf Carts to the U.S.
Green Energy-Delivering Ships
This Revolutionary Ship Can Deliver Clean Energy to Vessels At Port
Light-Powered Racing Toys
Light’n Race Uses and Teaches Fundamental Physics Principles
Six-Seater Adventure Vehicles
The Mitsubishi D:X Concept1 is Suited for Off-Road Adventures
Second-Generation Eco-Friendly EVs
The Hyundai KONA EV Offers Up to 490-Kilometers of Range
Energy-Efficient Hybrid Vehicles
These Peugeot Hybrid Vehicles Reduce Fuel Use by 15%
Toy Car Aerodynamic Systems
The Miniature Wind Tunnel to Show Off Toy Car Collections
Belize-Based Sustainable Transportation
Belize City to Launch the Eco-Friendly eRIDE Taxi Pilot