Ut5 by Zhengwei Liu, Xutao Zou and Fanbao Meng Wins Platinum in A' Scooter Design Awards

Supercar-Inspired Electric Scooter Ut5 Recognized for Aerodynamic Design and Integrated Structural Innovation

COMO, CO, ITALY, August 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The A' Design Awards has announced Ut5, an electric scooter created by Zhengwei Liu, Xutao Zou and Fanbao Meng, as a Platinum recipient in the Scooter Design category. The Platinum A' Design Award is one of the world's highly respected accolades within the scooter industry, recognizing designs that demonstrate notable innovation, technical proficiency, and meaningful contributions to personal urban mobility. This recognition follows a rigorous evaluation by an expert jury panel assessing entries against established design criteria. The achievement positions Ut5 as a distinguished example of good design that thoughtfully blends supercar aesthetics with practical riding performance. The honor reflects the dedication of its creators to advancing the standards of contemporary scooter design.

The Platinum A' Design Award for Ut5 holds relevance not only for its creators but also for the wider scooter industry and the riders it serves. As urban commuters increasingly seek mobility solutions that balance performance, sustainability, and emotional appeal, Ut5 responds to these trends by translating the sensory value of high-performance vehicles into everyday travel. The design aligns with industry movements toward environmental responsibility, structural integrity, and refined ergonomics. Its low-center-of-gravity stance and wide-wheelbase layout enhance stability, addressing practical concerns of safety and control. For users and stakeholders alike, the design demonstrates how functional engineering and expressive aesthetics can coexist within a compact footprint.

Ut5 brings a full supercar aesthetic into an electric scooter through a holistic reimagination rather than superficial styling. Its forward-leaning silhouette, racing graphics, and extended deck emphasize muscularity and motion, while flared footrests and a lowered battery bay establish a stable, low-slung posture. The front integrates a steel-reinforced tube that doubles as a carry handle when folded, paired with a steel cable lock that unifies theft prevention with structural appeal. Sharp LED headlights, carbon fiber trim, an X-shaped grille, and red performance details reinforce its distinct identity, complemented by a multi-layer painting technique contrasting matte gunmetal gray with metallic silver. A plug-and-play modular external battery extends range for longer journeys.

The Platinum A' Design Award recognition is expected to encourage continued exploration into the intersection of automotive-inspired aesthetics and personal mobility for its creators. The achievement provides a foundation for future projects that further refine the balance between flowing contours and structural rigidity. It may also influence broader approaches to integrating decorative and functional elements within compact transportation. For the team behind Ut5, the honor serves as motivation to pursue ongoing innovation in high-performance, environmentally responsible urban mobility solutions.

Team Members
Ut5 was designed by Zhengwei Liu, Xutao Zou and Fanbao Meng, who collaboratively developed the forward-leaning profile, the low-center-of-gravity layout, and the pioneering handlebar design that merges decorative appeal with structural locking function.

Interested parties may learn more about the award-winning design, its creators, and its distinguishing features at the dedicated page provided by the A' Design Awards. The page offers further detail on the design's development, features, and recognition.
https://competition.adesignaward.com/ada-winner-design.php?ID=182362

About Zhengwei Liu, Xutao Zou and Fanbao Meng
Zhengwei Liu, Xutao Zou and Fanbao Meng are designers based in China who collaborated on the development of the Ut5 electric scooter. Their work reflects a commitment to translating high-performance automotive aesthetics into accessible personal mobility. Through careful attention to ergonomics, structural integrity, and visual coherence, the team seeks to elevate the everyday riding experience. Their collaborative approach combines engineering precision with expressive design thinking.

About Navee Technology Co., Ltd.
Founded in 2021, Navee is driven by a mission to unlock the potential of mobility, striving to grow as a global smart mobility brand. Through user-focused scenario design, a commitment to sustainable living, and continuous product evolution, the company brings a human touch to forward-looking design. It aligns shared values with sustainable innovation and works to redefine industry standards through advanced technology. Navee positions itself as a transformative electric force dedicated to challenging the limits of personal transportation.

About the Platinum A' Design Award Recognition
The Platinum A' Design Award is the highest distinction granted by the A' Design Awards, recognizing designs that demonstrate notable innovation and meaningful societal contributions. Recipients are selected through a rigorous evaluation that examines artistic merit, technical proficiency, and a commitment to advancing art, science, design, and technology. In the Scooter Design category, entries are assessed against criteria including innovative use of materials, ergonomic comfort, safety features, design aesthetics, eco-friendly design, integration of technology, user-friendly interface, space efficiency, durability, portability, lighting and visibility, and social impact. Designs honored with this recognition are regarded as highly accomplished works that reflect strong technical and creative qualities. The distinction highlights the role of such designs in advancing the standards and practices of their respective fields.

About A' Design Award
The A' Scooter Design Award is a globally recognized competition that celebrates excellence in scooter design, attracting participation from design professionals, forward-thinking companies, established brands, and leading manufacturers. Entries are evaluated through a blind peer-review process and assessed against pre-established criteria by an expert jury panel comprising design professionals, scooter industry experts, journalists, and academics. Organized since 2008 and now in its 18th year, the A' Design Award is an international juried competition open to entries from all countries and across all industries. The ultimate aim of the A' Design Award is to recognize and promote superior products and projects that advance and benefit society, driven by a philanthropic mission to enhance the world through the power of good design. Interested parties may learn more about the A' Design Awards, explore jury members, view past laureates, and take part with their projects at the following url: https://scooteraward.com

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