The Eleca? Three Wheel Electric Vehicle? A Modern Micro Car Or Modern Electric Trike?

I came across a three wheel electric vehicle that looks really cool and futuristic. It is called the Eleca. The site is MyEleca. It has some unusual styling. If one wanted a vehicle that won't get noticed, this isn't for you. If you don't mind standing out from the crowd (unless it is a crowd of Eleca's), this is the vehicle for you.

Here is the Eleca. It is very aerodynamic and futuristic looking. It doesn't look it but it seems to be a two seat vehicle; one next to the other. 

They seemed to have reduced the price from $9500 to $8000. Even at the non-discounted price, it seems rather reasonable. It is more so at the lower price. I hope they are able to sell it at a reasonable price. I think it would make it even more appealing. 

It looks great being all black with red trim. The look is very futuristic; which is one of the reason I think it is cool. The other is that it is electric. Electric cars seem to be a future trend; repeating the past where electric vehicles outnumbered gas powered ones (until the electric starter came about). 

I think this is cool. I think it is called a 'clam shell' door. I can see where there might be a problem; where the people would be trapped inside if it ever flipped over. Perhaps with a curved roof, it might just roll back upright; which would allow those inside to get out? It is not easy to tell since - so far - it is just computer images and one - it seems - has not been made (yet?).

It does not seem to be produced or even an actual mock up of it. When it is manufactured (I am saying when and not if since I am hoping it will be), I wonder how different it will be from the concept. It seems concept look really cool but not always practical when being mass produced. I hope the design does not change too much when put into production (hoping it does). 

I think it could be even smaller than a Smart Fortwo. It is difficult to realize size when all one has is models and computer generated images. It would be interesting to see size in relation to those nearby or those who are inside. 

Big Goofy Guy

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Nobe; Modern Electric Micro Car?

I came across a neat little three wheel electric car that is called the Nobe. I believe they are raising funds to get it produced. They are hoping for it to have a low price. I hope they do get the funding so they can manufacture it. It would be cool to see if on the roads . It would be neat to get to drive one.

I think this electric vehicle would be great for around town and cities. I am not sure about the top speed or range but I think it would also be great for short trips. Perhaps one could get an option of a range extender? Perhaps in the form of a small generator - bio fuel or hydrogen?

I like how the design has a retro look to it. I don't know if retro is still in but I think electric is a future trend. It seems more and more companies have been coming out with electric vehicles.

Personally, I think battery operated vehicles are not quite there. I think fuel cells would give electric vehicles a boost in energy when needed and extend the range of the vehicle and make it easier to and faster to refuel the hydrogen tanks (as opposed to having to wait for the batteries to recharge). There are many advancements in both fuel cells and hydrogen storage / creation.

Fuel Cell Vehicle - Wikipedia.

MyNobe. 

I like this design. I believe the configuration of three wheels is better than four since it makes lighter in weight. I think the two wheels in front with one in back (reverse trike) is more stable than one in front with two in back (trike). 

One can see the arrangement of the wheels and the location of the batteries. It seem to show that each wheel has a motor (in hub motors). It seems to be three wheel drive. I think this would be better for traction. I think it would deliver more power / speed than with just one or even two wheels being powered. 

I believe there is some discussion as to which is better; in hub motors and a motor with a transmission. I think each has its good points and bad points. I lean more to in-hub motors. I think that might be a subject for another blog / post. 

I think it looks nice in red. I like the black roof in contrast with the red body. 

I like the simple interior. 

I think it looks better in blue; just my preference. I like the contrast of the white roof and the blue body. I wonder if one could put a design on top? Perhaps in a similar way some have done with the roof of the newer Mini Cooper. 

I like the shelf it has. I think some of the newer cars are getting a little too complicated which causes the price to go up. There are times I long for simpler times. I think this vehicle might be a return to those simpler times. 

My Nobe. 

I think vehicles look cool when looking at them from above. 

Big Goofy Guy

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New Vespa 400 Based On New Fiat 500?

I think the Vespa 400 is really neat looking. It is a shame it did not do well with against the competitor; the Fiat 500.

This is the Fiat 400. I look at it and think the car in the Despicable Me 2 movie; the one that transforms but starts out looking very similar to the above. 

This is the Fiat 500. It is what was sold when the Vespa 400 was being made and sold. This is the older version of the 500. I am glad they brought the 500 and I like its incarnation. 

My idea is for Vespa to work with Fiat to adapt a 500 to make a newer 400. It would be - like the newer 500 - be longer and wider to comply with emission controls and safety equipment. Even if Fiat and Vespa did it as a concept car, it would be neat to see how it would compare to the original. It would be like comparing the older 500 with the newer 500. It would be like comparing the older Cooper with the newer Cooper. If it was actually put into production, perhaps it could lead to larger versions like the newer 500 and Cooper? 

Here is the new 500 next to two older 500's. One can see the differences and similarities. One can see the how bigger the newer one is when compared to the older ones. It went from rear wheel drive rear engine to front wheel drive front engine. 

Here is the newer Cooper next to the older Cooper. One can see the similarities and the older one. The one on the left is a four door. It is one of the variations.

All this is just me 'thinking out loud'. I like to wonder 'what if'. I wonder how something might look or might be or could be. Perhaps one day someone from either company or both companies could make it happen or see it as a concept or as a 'celebration' of the 400. 

The Despicable Me 2 car. One can see how it reminds me of the Vespa 400. Of course the one in the movie is more like a James Bond Q car than the original; having the features that an animated movie car can only have.  

Vespa USA.

Fiat USA. 

Big Goofy Guy

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