The "E-Scooter" Revolution (Episode: "The Fool Monty", 2010)

The Simpsons has earned quite the reputation for seemingly predicting the future. It’s actually a bit of a meme at this point, with fans pointing out how many things in the real world appear to have been "predicted" by the show, sometimes years in advance. While some of these predictions are purely coincidental or the result of broad satire, others do seem oddly prescient.

The "E-Scooter" Revolution (Episode: "The Fool Monty", 2010)

• What happened: In this episode, Homer is seen using an electric scooter as a form of personal transportation.
• Reality: In the 2010s, electric scooters became a significant form of transportation in cities around the world, with companies like Bird and Lime making them available for rent via apps, turning them into a popular, eco-friendly alternative to cars.