![](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hfugNixnabdCon9kNRBKvc.jpg)
Electrification isn’t just about mainstream autos; some of the most intriguing products of the last 12 months took modern batteries into new territories, from travel trailers to motorbikes, speedboats, pick-up trucks and even classic car conversions. Find out more in our top 10 transport design stories of 2023…
Top 10 transport design stories of 2023
01. TELO Pick-Up Truck
![](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TYw7aKnXomkuW5iL2Kbw53.jpeg)
One of the USPs of fuseproject’s TELO is that it’s tiny, relatively speaking, cramming go-anywhere practicality into a stubby EV frame that’s shorter than a (modern) Mini.
02. New compact camper vans
![](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Z2YTKu84yHQBepKhCRJ8JS.jpg)
The renaissance in camper van and RV culture continued apace throughout 2023, with compact designs that double up as everyday drivers making a particular impact.
03. Living Vehicle HD24
![](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EuR9MuuC8o5MtYWHesSCA7.jpg)
Californian company Living Vehicle launched the HD24, a home from home that also doubles up as an office on the move. Meticulous multi-functional design make this machine a highly desirable mobile des-res.
04. Electrogenic 1929 Rolls-Royce Phantom II
![](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fAPh69uM3bHT8wJoiaL9d7.jpg)
Electrified classics are everywhere right now, but kudos to Electrogenic for applying the tech to a true vintage machine. This one-off 1929 Rolls-Royce has been transformed over 18 months, replacing the original monstrous engine with a battery pack without compromising its majestic stance.
05. Bentley Blower Jr
![](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dhRpsBJr5QYwkkjqy5CcE7.jpg)
At the other end of the scale is this pocket-sized Bentley, shrunk and electrified by the Little Car Company. At 85 per cent scale, it’s still a sprightly two-seater.
06. Fuell Fllow Motorbike
![](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DTBMRoyKVpGvzKVtWHzji7.jpg)
Electric touring motorbikes have yet to have their moment, but Fuell’s futuristic Fllow was a bright sign of things to come, mixing fast charging with a long range and plenty of performance.
07. Fiat Topolino
![](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/x6k4CZCswDvgstj2uFhjdd.jpg)
Fiat’s tiny Topolino has yet to go on sale, but we’re eagerly awaiting a go. Based on the cracking little Citroën Ami, the Topolino truly captures the spirit of small Fiats of the distant past.
08. Pebble Flow
![](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/n5gkVjBYNz8JmrBJ2UgWZ3.jpg)
If there was an award for the most sophisticated travel trailer of the age, the Pebble Flow would snap it up. With embedded electric power – to lessen the load on the tow vehicle – the four-berth Flow would light up any weekend away.
09. Renault Twingo by Sabine Marcelis
![](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Vm9V9uEnpaMLsPbpX9dBHZ.jpg)
Renault continues to play with its icons and Sabine Marcelis’ take on the classic original Twingo followed Mathieu Lehanneur’s Renault 4 based Suite N°4, and Pierre Gonalons’ stylish Renault 5 Diamant. The French manufacturer will soon return to its roots as the king of small cars.
10. Candela C-8 Polestar Edition
![](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wv5gCFKz4o6j2yXUR5wkZk.jpg)
As a way of showcasing their power packs, Polestar fitted out the Candela C-8 hydrofoil with its hefty batteries. The resulting Polestar Edition blazes a trail for luxury electric watercraft.