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Nt5 Electric Scooter by Wen Jiang, Zhou Zhou and Fanbao Meng Wins the Golden A' Design Award in Scooter Design
Wen Jiang, Zhou Zhou and Fanbao Meng acknowledged for scooter design by the international grand jury of the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 15, 2026 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that Nt5 Electric Scooter by Wen Jiang, Zhou Zhou and Fanbao Meng, designed for Navee Technology Co., Ltd., has been granted the Golden A' Design Award in the Scooter Design category. The result belongs to the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition and was determined through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who assessed anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
What the Golden A' Design Award Means
The Gold A' Design Award is granted to designs that demonstrate a high level of innovation and a significant impact on their intended audience. Recognized as a major achievement by the A' Design Awards, these designs are characterized by their visionary approach and the exceptional skill of their creators. Winners of the Gold A' Design Award are noted for their ability to push the envelope in art, science, design, and technology, delivering solutions that not only meet but exceed expectations. These designs serve as benchmarks for excellence, encouraging further innovation and inspiring future generations of designers.
More About Nt5 Electric Scooter
Nt5 is an electric scooter designed for urban travel. The body uses a full metal architecture, formed by precision sheet metal stamping and seamless welding, and key areas are treated with multi layer protective coatings. The headlamp and reflector are combined into one low profile unit mounted above the front wheel. Front and rear suspension with springs absorbs road irregularities. A folding mechanism allows compact storage. Standardized mounting points at the rear accept racks, panniers and other accessories, so riders can adapt the scooter to daily needs.
About Wen Jiang, Zhou Zhou and Fanbao Meng
Founded in 2021, Navee is driven by a mission to unlock the boundless potential of mobility, striving to lead globally as a smart mobility brand. Through user-focused scenario design, a commitment to sustainable living, and continuous product evolution, it brings a human touch to forward-looking design, aligns shared values with sustainable innovation, and redefines industry standards with breakthrough technology—acting as a transformative electric force that challenges limits.
Award Record
This recognition makes Wen Jiang, Zhou Zhou and Fanbao Meng a winner of 1 A' Design Award.
About the A' Scooter Design Award
The A' Scooter Design Award is an international industrial design competition recognizing good scooter designs by scooter designers and manufacturers worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to scooter designers, industrial design studios, product designers and scooter brands from all countries. Typical entries include electric scooters, kick scooters, mobility scooters, folding scooters, off-road scooters and three-wheeled scooters. The awarded scooter designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/scooter
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/182348
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/182348
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!182348
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/380776
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Nt5 Electric Scooter
- Function
- Electric Scooter
- Category
- Scooter Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Automotive
- Colors
- Dark Slate Gray, Gray, Black, Dim Gray and Silver
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Navee Technology Co., Ltd.
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Wen Jiang, Zhou Zhou and Fanbao Meng
- Country
- China
- Recognition
- Golden A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2025 - 2026
- Design ID
- #182348
Credits
- Image Credits
- Navee Technology Co., Ltd.
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- The NT5 represents a next-generation electric scooter that combines athletic boldness with technological refinement. Its sharp, full-metal angular lines, low-profile integrated headlamp, and expandable rear wing converge to convey a visual impression of robust yet nimble strength. In function, it unites lighting, structure, and expandability into a cohesive whole—where form and utility speak the same language.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by futuristic mechanical forms, the NT5 integrates sharp cut lines, modular structures, and a precise industrial texture into the vehicle's shape. The metallic silver-red color palette delivers a visual identity that conveys a sense of power and distinct technological recognition. The NT5 is designed to bring warmth and character to urban mobility—evolving from a functional tool into a trusted partner for self-expression and city exploration.
- Research
- A mecha-inspired design language gives the scooter a muscular stance while balancing compact form with extended range. Modular construction invites personalization, and a new urban suspension setup efficiently absorbs shocks for smooth navigation over obstacles. Pure electric propulsion delivers silent, exhaust-free travel, enhanced by regenerative braking that maximizes energy efficiency—blending performance, sustainability, and emotional connection into one cohesive experience.
- Challenge
- The first challenge lay in harmonizing the bold, mechanical aesthetic of "mecha" with the practical comfort required for urban riding. Our solution integrated a carefully tuned suspension system, an ergonomically designed deck, and a low-profile lighting layout. The second challenge was to create a design with built-in adaptability. This was achieved by incorporating rear expansion ports that support functional customization, enabling the product to grow and change as its rider does.
- Realization and Technology
- The body is constructed using a full-metal architecture, formed through automotive-grade precision sheet metal stamping and seamless welding processes, ensuring a sturdy yet lightweight frame. Key areas are treated with multi-layer protective coatings for enhanced durability and a premium tactile finish. The headlamp and reflector are innovatively combined into one streamlined unit mounted above the front wheel, simplifying the form while delivering clear illumination.
- Operation and Interaction
- A unified brake lever and clear display enable intuitive control. The optimized pedals provide a comfortable standing posture, while the innovative suspension setup delivers both agility and stability during rides. The rear includes standardized mounting points, letting users add racks, panniers, and other accessories to extend its utility with ease. From daily commutes to custom builds, the process stays straightforward—inviting riders to shape their own experience.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project will finish in March 2026 in Suzhou.
- Specifications
- Built on a 950 mm wheelbase with 150 mm of clearance, the NT5 strikes a balance between compact handling and solid off-road capability. Its urban shock absorption system combines front and rear dual suspension with dual front springs and a rear spring to smooth out road imperfections. A high-performance motor supplies strong, responsive power, and pure-electric operation ensures quiet, exhaust-free riding. The refined folding mechanism offers easy storage and portability.
- Keywords
- Electric scooter, mecha aesthetics, lightweight construction, compact storage, personalized customization, expandable design, ergonomics, integrated lighting, sustainable transportation, urban exploration.
