As many young consumers are shying away from vehicle ownership in favor of car-sharing models, forward-thinking concepts like the Honda Everus are being unveiled.
The Honda Everus, revealed by the Japanese automaker at the 2018 Beijing Auto Show, is a small-scale electric vehicle that introduces a new brand that will be entirely devoted to electric models and car-sharing systems.
While the technical details on the Everus concept are few and far between, Honda has shared that the brand will offer a car-sharing service with Reachstar, a car-sharing company that Honda has invested in as of last year. Additionally, it is said that the Honda Everus will only be sold in China when the production version is made in partnership with local automaker GAC.
Electric Car-Sharing Concepts
The Honda Everus is a Small-Scale EV Designed for Shared Use
Trend Themes
1. Electric Car-sharing - Car-sharing models for electric vehicles as an alternative to vehicle ownership.
2. Small-scale Evs - Development of compact electric vehicles for shared use and urban transportation.
3. EV Car-sharing Brands - Establishment of car-sharing brands entirely devoted to electric models and car-sharing systems.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Opportunity to invest in new brands dedicated to EV car-sharing services and small-scale electric vehicles.
2. Technology - Development of technology to support car-sharing platforms and electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
3. Urban Transportation - Opportunities for EV car-sharing services to partner with cities to improve and optimize urban transportation systems.