

Mole Urbana is a visionary urban mobility project designed to reshape short-distance transportation in modern cities. Entirely developed in Italy, Mole Urbana combines the elegance and sophistication of Italian design with the principles of sustainability, functionality, and accessibility, offering an innovative response to the growing challenges of urban mobility.
The vehicle reinterprets the concept of the electric quadricycle through a distinctive design language that merges retro inspiration with contemporary minimalism. Its compact, modular structure allows for a high level of customization, making it adaptable to various uses—ranging from personal transportation to urban logistics. Key design elements include exposed mechanical components, robust metal surfaces, and a strong visual identity rooted in authenticity and industrial charm.
Mole Urbana is not just a product of engineering, but the result of a design-first approach. It was conceived and developed by a renowned Italian design house with a deep heritage in automotive styling. Uniquely, this design house obtained full authorization as a vehicle manufacturer, enabling it to manage the entire process—from concept and design to production—under one cohesive vision. This rare integration of creative and industrial capabilities ensures that every detail of Mole Urbana reflects both aesthetic purpose and functional innovation.
With its reduced environmental footprint, durable materials, and striking form, Mole Urbana represents a new culture of responsible mobility—one that values beauty, efficiency, and sustainability equally. It stands as a symbol of how design can lead technological change while preserving the emotional and cultural depth of Italian craftsmanship.
Category:TransportationAward Year:2025Designers:Umberto Palermo, Umberto Palermo Design Team, UP-SRL, Orbassano, Torino, Italy Manufacturer:MU Fabriano srl, Orbassano, Torino, Italy