Velomobiles represent the biggest advancement of the cycling industry of the last 20 years. The bicycle is the most efficient vehicle on earth, a velomobile the most efficient bicycle.

It combines the simplicity and effiency of standard bicycle components -thus allowing the average person to do maintenance himself at low cost- with protection against the elements almost like an automobile, and the 45 km/h speeds of mopeds. It's the perfect vehicle that has the capacity to transform the world. Imagine cycling highways filled with fast velomobile commuters, with the latest models allowing easy speeds up to 55 kph while barely sacrificing practicality. Add a tiny battery and electric motor and you have a car replacement for many-. But instead of 1300 kg boxes carrying 1 person, we only carry 30 kg. As more and more velomobiles are produced and innovation and competition continues, and more people understand what they are, demand will increase and drastically reduce prices.

But we need pioneers who aren't afraid of pushing ahead new technology for a better future, enthusiasts who do not shy away from an initial high entry price. Even at current prices, a velomobile is still a much much cheaper alternative to a car.