Department of Energy Gets Funding Approval for Three-Wheeled Autos
Brian G Randles — October 17, 2009 — Autos
References: gas2.org & treehugger
We might be seeing three-wheeled autos on the road sooner than we thought. A bill has been approved by Congress which will permit three-wheeled automobiles to get funding from the Department of Energy.
Three-wheelers have been developed for a while now, but have remained out of the mainstream because of safety fears. The cars now have government funding behind it, and upon receiving a signature from Obama, we could be seeing three-wheeled autos as soon as 2011.
Three-wheelers have been developed for a while now, but have remained out of the mainstream because of safety fears. The cars now have government funding behind it, and upon receiving a signature from Obama, we could be seeing three-wheeled autos as soon as 2011.
Trend Themes
1. Government-funded Three-wheelers - Opportunity for manufacturers and startups to develop innovative three-wheeled automobile designs and technologies with government funding support.
2. Mainstream Adoption of Three-wheelers - Potential for three-wheeled autos to enter the mainstream market, offering a unique and eco-friendly alternative to traditional automobiles.
3. Improved Safety Features for Three-wheelers - Innovation potential in developing advanced safety systems for three-wheeled vehicles to address safety concerns and boost consumer confidence.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - Opportunity for automotive manufacturers to explore and invest in the production of three-wheeled vehicles and capitalize on the emerging market demand.
2. Green Transportation Industry - Potential for growth and disruption in the green transportation sector as three-wheelers provide an environmentally friendly and energy-efficient transportation option.
3. Automotive Safety Industry - Market opportunity for companies specializing in automotive safety to develop and supply advanced safety features for three-wheeled autos, addressing the safety concerns associated with this vehicle type.
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