Urbanites are going to flip when they see the new Geely McCar. Chinese automaker Geely recently unveiled the McCar at the Shanghai Motor Show and I can safely say that it is unlike anything I have ever seen before.
The Geely McCar is a plug-in hybrid that has a six-hour charge time and and can run for 93 miles solely off electricity or for 373 miles using a combination of gas and electricity. The most unique feature of this car has to be the included scooter that sits in the trunk and is charged by the car. The scooter has a top speed of 18 mph, a maximum range of 18 miles and a charge time of two hours. There is a shot that the Geely McCar could see production, but I wouldn't expect to see it stateside without some major tweaks for height and weight.
Scooter-Charging Hatchbacks
The Geely McCar Comes With its Own Electric Scooter
Trend Themes
1. Integrated Scooter-charging Vehicles - The Geely McCar's inclusion of a scooter that is charged by the car presents an opportunity for automakers to integrate other types of transportation into their vehicles.
2. Hybrid Plug-in Cars - The Geely McCar's hybrid plug-in system presents an opportunity for carmakers to produce more eco-friendly vehicles.
3. Urban Mobility Solutions - The Geely McCar represents a potential solution to the transportation challenges faced by urbanites, presenting an opportunity for companies to develop other innovative solutions for urban mobility.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - With the inclusion of a scooter that is charged by the car, the Geely McCar presents an opportunity for the automotive industry to develop more integrated transportation solutions.
2. Electric Vehicles - The Geely McCar's hybrid plug-in system presents an opportunity for the electric vehicle industry to continue to develop more efficient and eco-friendly transportation options.
3. Smart Cities - The Geely McCar's potential as a solution to urban transportation challenges presents an opportunity for companies in the smart city industry to develop other innovative transportation solutions for urbanites.