Designed by The Yodogawa Group along with three other Japanese companies, the “Meguru” is a contemporary electric rickshaw . Powered by a lithium-ion battery, the Meguru has a maximum speed of about 25 miles per hour.
“This is a true environmentally friendly car. Instead of an air-conditioner, it comes with a pinwheel, and we are also thinking of adding a wind chime because it gives a refreshing sound to cool you down without the need of electricity. It doesn’t have a heater, but it’s equipped with blankets to keep you warm in the winter.” Yodogawa Group CEO Nobuyuki Ogura told Reuters.
Japanese elements were integrated to the rickshaw design, such as the red lacquer body, recycled bamboo floors and a washi paper window, all created by Japanese craftsmen. Price tag: one million yen or $12K.
Via: Reuters
