The Technical University of Berlin has designed a three-wheeled car called CLEVER or Compact Low Emission Vehicle. It is an urban transport that runs on compressed natural gas and gets 188 miles per gallon. The car measures 10'L x 3.3'W x 4.4'H and will cost $10,000 when it is produced.
An inherent problem with vehicles designed like this three-wheeler, is tipping while cornering. The design engineers solved this problem with a clever (no pun intended) built-in lean. The same thing motorcyclists do during cornering.
Low Emission Auto Design
Three Wheeled Compact from Berlin
Trend Themes
1. Low Emission - Reducing emissions in automotive design by utilizing alternative fuels.
2. Compact Design - Designing smaller and more efficient vehicles for urban transportation.
3. Built-in Lean - Incorporating leaning technology in vehicle design to prevent tipping while cornering.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Manufacturing and designing vehicles that prioritize low emissions and compact size.
2. Alternative Fuel - Developing and implementing innovative fuel solutions to reduce carbon emissions.
3. Transportation - Creating efficient and safe transportation options for urban environments with built-in stability features.