The Peugeot Concept Car is the latest cool vehicle design making headlines in the eco-automotive world. Created for urban living, the small car is definitely the wave of the urban future. No more mini vans, SUVs or even cumbersome Volkswagen Vans (long the stable of the treehugger) - the futuristic urban vehicles are tiny, funky and eliminate all unnecessary size and weight. We caught up with Peugeot Concept Car designer Daniel Scotland to ask him a few questions about his cutting-edge urban vehicle of tomorrow.
Tell us a bit about the Peugeot Concept Car.
The growth in population and the dearth of available space has tempted car designers to design small cars, which do not depend on fossil fuels, but use other renewable sources of energy. The designers approach towards this brief was to think more ‘outside of the box’ and to explore unusual possibilities to produce a unique solution. The task was to re-invent the ‘Drive of your life’, Peugeot Style.
Is this a city car?
The main focus was to develop a personal urban transport for the future for the city commuter. The end result was a single seater, colourful compact vehicle that runs on two wheels, it’s powered using a lithium-ion battery pack, which will provide energy to the electric motors incorporated in both wheels. The vehicle, as well as its environmental benefits also has the potential to become an essential urban fashion accessory because of its funky, youthful looking aesthetic.
Unlike the conventional steering wheel we see inside cars today, this small city commuter can be manoeuvred in and around tight spaces using a joystick-like device that is placed in front of the armrests. It also uses drive-by-wire technology to free up interior space. Within the future urban environment such a vehicle could become the only form of transport to travel in and around the city.
What was the inspiration?
Inspired by the latest innovative designs from both automotive and product design worlds, the design encompasses simplistic forms, clean surfaces, bold colours, distinctive features and innovative use of technology. I believe a concept like this would change the perception of city vehicle driving and make it more desirable for those who go about their day-to-day lives in the urban environment because of the vehicle’s practicality, environmental benefits and also its unique looks.
Tell us a bit about yourself.
Having just recently graduated from Swansea Metropolitan University with a degree in (BA Honours) Automotive Design, I am now looking for the opportunity to pursue my ambition of a career in the design industry, and to gain experience within a professional working environment. You can contact me via: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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