This Electric Bike Camouflages As A Telecom Box
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A Michigan-based designer has built an electric scooter that disguises as a telecom box. Nomoto — short for "No motorcycle here" — is the brainchild of Joey Ruiter. This innovative prototype is designed to outsmart bike thieves. It blends seamlessly into the urban landscape.
“I wanted to create a piece that is museum-worthy that’s completely unnoticeable and so familiar, you’re just going to walk past it,” Ruiter said.
When parked, Nomoto's handlebars are hidden behind a drop-down cover. A press of a button reveals the wheels, transforming it into a functional bike. Flip-up side covers conceal small storage units. A rear cover hides a seat pad for the rider. The electric scooter features headlights and brake lights. But its boxy design leaves no room for mirrors or turn signals.
Nomoto is not Ruiter's first clever concept vehicle. In 2019, he released "Snoped," a snow bike that resembled a rack [video below]. Other clever ideas include the "Tinnie 10," a triangular boat powered by an electric motor. Unfortunately, all of Ruiter's designs are just prototypes. They are not meant for mass production.
Resources: NewAtlas.com, Jruiter.com, Designboom.com
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- honzyo6 monthsI NEED THAT
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newsmp7 monthsOMG! So cool!
000027 monthsfeel like it would be a little hard to go over some bumps but still worth riding
zamarastewart7 monthsThis so cool
dream_beyond7 monthsI'd honestly ride one of these! Kinda bulky but creative!
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