From bicycle-car hybrids to sleek self-driving buses, the August 2016 auto trends reveal that our idea of the modern vehicle continues to evolve. Not only are newer cars more eco-friendly, but they are also equipped with technology that makes driving safer and more efficient.
In terms of making modern vehicles more eco-friendly, one approach that manufacturers have been experimenting with is combining different modes of transportation. Indeed, there are now several bicycle-car hybrids that used pedal power to supplement the energy generated by the motor.
Beyond eco-friendly designs, many modern vehicles also feature high-tech upgrades. As the August 2016 auto trends reveal, these new features make cars smarter and more intuitive than ever before. Some examples of these high-tech features include self-driving capabilities, dashboard payment systems and smartphone-connected dash cams.
Top 65 Auto Ideas in August
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Rugged Teardrop Trailers
Colorado Teardrops Makes High-End Trailers for Outdoor Enthusiasts
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Bicycle-Car Hybrids
This Vehicle Could Resolve Transport Issues That Stem from Overpopulation
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Customizable Teardrop Trailers
The Terradrop Trailer is Made from Off-Road Adventures
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Single-Liter Cars
This Student-Designed 3D-Printed Vehicle Competed at the Shell Eco-Marathon
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Rugged Teardrop Trailers
This Off Highway Vehicle is Designed For Bold Outdoor Exploration
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Luxe Fly Fishing Autos
The Bentayga Fly Fishing SUV Includes an Expansive Built-In Tackle Box
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Eco-Minded Velomobiles
The PEBL Velomobile Blends Throttle and Pedaling Power
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All-Electric Roadsters
Kyburz Debuted a Sporty Electric 'eRod' Roadster
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Customizable Supermini Cars
The New Citroen C3 is Designed For Versatility and Utility
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Commemmorative Iconic SUVs
The 75th Anniversary Jeep Wrangler Blends Classic and Modern Cues
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App-Controlled Trailers
The Bruder EXP-6 Camping Trailer's Height Can Be Adjusted Using An App
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Sculpted Sports Tourer Bikes
This Motorbike Showcases the Best Of Modern Italian Design
53
Fighter Jet-Inspired Cars
This New Ford Mustang is Inspired By a World War II Fighter-Bomber
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Terrain-Changing Cars
The FORMUL2 Race Vehicle Is Designed to Switch Between Road and Gravel
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Funky High-Performance SUVs
This New Toyota SUV Fuses Turbocharged Power With Catchy Design
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Supercharged Limited Edition Cars
BMW Is Only Releasing 50 Models of the M5 'Pure Metal Silver'
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Autonomous Luxury Vehicles
A BMW Self-Driving Car Concept is Set to Launch by 2021
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Coveted Luxury Sports Cars
Ferrari's Sleek Sports Car Was Sold Out Before the Design Went Public
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Classy Compact Sedans
The Renault Megane Promises a Lavishly Equipped Interior
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Turbocharged Executive Cars
The BMW M5 Competition Edition Offers Phenomenal Power and Torque
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Retro Miniature Car Sets
Candylab Toys' New Campaign is an Homage to Mid-Century American Autos
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Eco-Friendly Limousines
This BMW Limousine Offers Fuel-Efficient Electric Driving Modes
43
Versatile Pickup Trucks
This Renault Pickup Comes With Several Engine and Transmission Options
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Autonomous Delivery Vans
Yamato Transport and DeNA are Launching a Self-Driving Car in Japan
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Carbon Fiber Cars
Lamborghini is Changing the Rules of Auto Manufacturing with Carbon Fiber
40
Sporty High-Performance Car
The New Hyundai Elantra Sport Offers Exceptional Speed and Control
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Autonomous Vehicle Black Boxes
German Lawmakers are Proposing Using Black Boxes For Cars
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Artist-Inspired Rickshaws
This Taxi Cab Features a Technicolor Interior Influenced by Van Gogh
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Car-Customizing Facilities
Jaguar's Technical Centre Lets Car Buyers Work With Company Designers
36
Heavy-Hauling Trucks
Ford's Heavy-Duty Truck Weighs Less But Can Haul More Than Ever
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Wartime Concept Vehicles
This Jeep Wrangler Concept Commemorates a Pre-World War Classic
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Revitalized Compact Cars
These Smart Cars Are Tuned Up For Surprisingly Fast Performance
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Cyclist Conscious Cars
Google's Self-Driving Car is Capable of Detecting Cyclists On the Road
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Revived Rally Cars
The Audi Group S Brings a Forgotten Car Model Back To Life
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Comfortably Modern Campers
The 'HC1' Mobile Camper Offers Convenient Comforts on a Small Scale
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Upgraded British Roadsters
This Aston Martin Roadster Features a Juiced-Up Engine
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Quiet City Cars
The Hidromek Compact City Vehicle Offers an Electric and Noise-Free Drive
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Co-Branded Hypercars
Aston Martin and Red Bull are Making the World's Fastest Production Vehicle
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Opulent Golf Carts
Mercedes' New Golf Cart Offers Interior Luxury and High-Tech Features
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Purifying Concept Cars
The QClear Vehicle Cleans and Reduces Urban Air Pollution While it Drives
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Ferocious British Roadsters
This Limited Edition Vehicle Marks the Spitfire's 80th Anniversary
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Commemorative Sports Cars
Ford's Special Edition Car Pays Tribute to Glory At Le Mans
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Optimized Motorsport Cars
The Mercedes-AMG GT R is Designed to Dominate Tracks Around the World
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Spaciously Luxurious Sedans
This New BMW Sedan is Targeted Towards the Chinese Luxury Market
21
Drag Racing Electric Cars
The 'Flux Capacitor' is the World's Fastest Street-Legal EV
20
Commemorative Muscle Cars
This Special Edition Camaro Celebrates American Automotive Design
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Turbocharged Czech Supercars
This Large Family Car Offers Mindblowing Performance Specs
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Tea-Serving Taxis
Tokyo Taxi Operator Nihon Kotsu is Giving Out Samples of Suntory Tea
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Solar-Powered E-Vehicles
Hanergy's Innovative E-Vehicles Never Need To Be Plugged In
16
Autonomously Piloted Minivans
Nissan's New Autonomous Vehicle Includes Lane-Recognition Technology
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Next Generation Electric Cars
The Tesla Model S for Kids is Designed for Young Car Fans
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Chatty Self-Driving Cars
Honda and SoftBank will Build Cars that Make Friends with Their Drivers
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Sleek Self-Driving Buses
The Future Bus Features a Range Of Radar and Connectivity Systems
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Tequila-Based Car Parts
Ford Repurposes Waste Agave from Jose Cuervo Plantations to Build Cars
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Electrifying Sports Cars
The eRod Electric Sports Car Comes In Three Different Versions
10
Self-Driving Electric Pods
Careem and Next Future Transportation are Introducing Modular Units
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Rocket-Powered Race Cars
The 'Slim Jim' Race Car is Powered By Solid Fuel Rockets
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Exclusive Electric SUVs
The Tesla Model X 60D Makes Futuristic Motoring More Affordable
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Carbon Fiber SUVs
These Mansory 4x4 SUVs Feature Reinforced Structural Components
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Autonomous Off-Road Vehicles
Land Rover is Conducting All-Terrain Self-Driving Research
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Desert-Demolishing SUVs
This Ford SUV Can Be Customized to Rip Through the Desert
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Sportily Opulent Sedans
These New Porsche Sports Cars Offer Luxury Comfort & Powerful Performance
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Unshackled Race Cars
This McLaren Track Car is Designed For Optimum Competitive Performance
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Internet-Connected Cars
Alibaba's New High-Tech Car is Equipped with Mapping and Payment Services
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Refined Urban Cars
The New Mazda 3 Features Improved Security Features and Aesthetics
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Futuristic Supercar Designs
These Bugatti Custom Vehicle Designs by FLYBYARTIST are Rugged
Futuristic Single-Seater Bikes
The Canyon Future Mobility Concept Has a Carbon Fiber Shell
Plane-Inspired Vehicle Designs
This Mercedes-Benz Concept Vehicle by Al Yasid Balances Aesthetics
Retro-Style Electric Trikes
The Conceptual E-Trike Revolution by André Fangueiro is Eye-Catching
Autonomous Three-Wheeled Task Vehicles
The 'ECHO' Self-Driving Concept Trike Has Hubless Wheels
Modular Customization Electric Vehicles
The Conceptual Arrival ANT is Designed for London Streets
Road-Ready Dune Buggy Concepts
The Conceptual Fordzilla Hypervan by Keyu Deng Has Glass Doors
Reconfigurable Travel Pod Vehicles
The PIX Robobus Changes According to Passenger Needs
Electric Transportation Concepts
Marko Petrovic Balances Utility, Sustainability, and Demand
Utilitarian Electric Four-Wheel Vehicles
The UTV By Hyundai Delivers a Modern Design Language
Modular Tech-Rich Motorcycles
The Conceptual BMW Motorrad x NVIDIA Electric Bike is Ultra-Modern
Ultra-Modern Bi-Tone CUVs
The Toyota C-HR prologue Will Launch in 2024
Off-Grid Exploration Vans
The Conceptual GAC Van Life Autonomous Vehicle is Eco-Friendly
Digital Nomad Concept Cars
This Multipurpose Car Was Envisioned By Students From Skoda
Autonomous Vehicle Coffee Makers
The 'DOTS' Vehicle Coffee Machine by Junseo Oh is Compact
Electric Street Food Bikes
'SmartEbikes' Aims to Disrupt the Street Food Industry with Bikes
Shapeshifting Interior Electric Vehicles
The Volkswagen Gen.Travel Concept Has a Luxurious Feel
Autonomous Amphibious Vehicle Designs
The CROSSER V1 by Bernardo Pereira is for Coastal Cities
Efficient Entry-Level SUVs
The 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Offers 196-Horsepower
App-Connected Campervans
This New Campervan Blends Vintage Aesthetics With Modern Tech
Shapeshifting Urban Commuter Trikes
The MG-X Trike Concept by Benjamin Miller is Futuristic
Multifunctional Hybrid Electric Bikes
YU ID Presents the Versatile Electric Mobility Bike
Elevating Passenger Level Vehicles
The Conceptual Audi Cascade by Chris Min Has a Comfy Interior
Semi-Transparent Concept Cars
This Renault Twingo Concept Features an Inside-Out Design
Two-Wheeled EV Concepts
The 'SHANE' Two-Wheeled Electric Car Concept Has Space for Five
Video Game-Inspired Vehicle Designs
The Conceptual 'MG MAZE' Celebrates Real and Virtual Worlds
Lifestyle-Conscious Transportation Pods
The KIA Pod Concept by Junseok Park Has Level 5 Autonomy
Cyberpunk-Inspired Electric Motorcycle Concepts
Théo Cauchy Designs the Buell XBE to Pay Homage
Autonomous Timber Transportation Shuttles
The Conceptual 'Timber Shuttle' is Eco-Focused
Celebratory Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles
The 2023 Toyota Prius Marks Over 25 Years of the Model
Electric Glamping Vehicles
Taehyun Kim Designed This Compact Electric Vehicle, Called Haven
Compact Cargo E-Bikes
These Electric Bikes Boast Pedal-Assisted Cargo-Hauling Abilities
Superhero-Inspired Automobiles
Midjourney Boasts a Slew of AI-Generated Car Designs
Four-Wheeled Hybrid Bike Designs
The Karver Cyle Concept K1 by Kip Kubisz is Performance-Driven
Modular Electric Utility Vehicles
This Three-Wheeler Can Be Adapt to Different Work Applications
Technical Education Car Toys
The Conceptual 'GoCar' Helps Kids Learn to Code Autonomous Vehicles
Sleek Electric Concept Vehicles
The Hyundai Concept Luxe Sedan Has Extra Seating in the Boot
Scooter-Cargo Bike Hybrids
Razors Releases Its Most Robust Scooter Yet, the 'EcoSmart Cargo'
Efficient Cargo Bikes
'MATE' Debuted the SUV Electric Cargo Bike with a Recycled Aluminum Frame
Rugged Entry-Level Electric SUVs
The Rivian R3 Boasts a Dynamic and Practical Design
Accessibility-Promoting Electric Quadricycles
This Vehicle Caters to Drivers With Disabilities
Water-Ready Sports Car Concepts
The Citroën Above and Under by Sangheon Chung is Transformative
Gilded Electric Supercar Concepts
The Yugo Ampera Concept by Marko Petrovic is Retro-Inspired
Electric Five-Door Cars
This Vehicle is a Reimagined Version Of the 'Renault 5' Sports Car
Groundbreaking Electric Vehicle Line-Ups
Honda Debuts Two Concepts Models in the Honda 0 Series
Sustainable EV Toys
Little Tikes’ Cozy Coupe Aims to Get Families Thinking More Sustainably
Sculpted Tech Brand Supercars
This Apple iCar Concept Imagines a Tech-Rich EV
Futuristic Auto Micro Factories
Most Architecture Unveils a Modern Factory for Charge Cars
70s-Style Race Cars
The Hyundai N Vision 74 is Expected to Jump from Concept to Real Life
Special-Edition Urban E-Bikes
Hyundai is Launching a Limited Version Of the 'eXXite Next Step'
Traditional Vehicle Hydrogen Concepts
Toyota Presents the New Corolla Cross Hydrogen Concept
Fully Autonomous Crossover SUVs
The Conceptual 'DKM 2.0' by Vladislav Semenov is Futuristic
Exquisitely Elegant Electric Cars
The 'Model 01' Adopts a Classy, Minimalist Aesthetic
Style-Conscious PHEVs
The 2024 Toyota Prius Prime is Sleek, Speedy and Spacious
Retro-Style Electric Vans
The Porsche x VW Renndienst Id.Buzz Bus Revives a Classic Design
Hybrid Design Commuter Vehicles
The Robotic City Car by Facundo Castellano is Futuristic
Autonomous Showroom Concepts
JIDU's Dealership Experience Lets Buyers Watch Their Car Pilot Itself
Aerodynamic Electric Sedans
Volkswagen's 'ID.7' Sedan Offers An Impressive Range Of 700 Kilometers
Eco-Friendly Automotive Tires
These Goodyear Sustainable Tires Have Traction-Tracking Treads
Bold High-Tech Roadsters
The Chrysler Halcyon Concept is Electric and Fully Autonomous
Ultra-Futuristic Modern Cars
The Mercedes-Benz Vision One-Eleven EV is Visually Striking
Retro-Inspired Two Seater EVs
The Pininfarina DYNO by Kanishq Palav Has Hubless Wheels
Reimagined EV Van Models
The Conceptual GMC Safari Electric Brings Back a Classic Model
Sculpted Electric SUV Models
The Ford All-Electric Explorer Modernizes a Classic Model
Next-Gen Boxy Vehicle Designs
Meelis Lillemets's Cargobox Takes Urban Vehicles to the Next Level
Three-Wheeled Electric Bikes
The Veemo Velomobile from ENVO is a Stable, Efficient Vehicle
Interactive Autonomous Delivery Vehicles
The Conceptual ROBO A2Z Delivery Vehicle is Advanced
Next-Generation BEV Collections
Toyota Announced its Upcoming 'Electrificiation' of Lexus
Futuristic Retro-Inspired Sedans
The Hyundai NINE Concept Harkens Back to 1980s Sports Cars
Escapism Electric Vehicle Concepts
The 'Trekker' Concept Vehicle is Imagined for Urbanites in 2030
Sleek Electric Bicycles
Civilized Cycles Presents the Versatile Model 1 Electric Bike
Autonomous Vehicle Kits
This Kit Teaches Kids How AI is Changing Transportation Dynamics
Next-Generation E-Bike Capsules
Pedego Created Three New E-Bike Models for the US Market
Racer-Inspired City Car Concepts
The Nissan Concept 20-23 is Imagined as the Perfect City Car
Gen Z-Targeted Car Concepts
These Toyota bZ Concept Cars Were Debuted at Auto Shanghai
Sculpted Zero-Emissions Crossovers
The Toyota Sport Crossover Concept Will Arrive in 2025
Consolidated Automotive Apps
The 'Fisker' App Caters to Every Aspect Of the Customer Experience
Driverless Robotaxis
Lyft Partners with Motional to Launch an Autonomous Taxi Called 'IONIQ 5'
Solar-Powered Autonomous Vehicles
The 'Ada' Autonomous Vehicle Concept is Passively Charged
Yellow Camouflage Electric Cars
Mini Set to Release the Eco-Friendly 2025 Mini Countryman SUV
Tech-Rich Compact Cars
The 2024 Toyota Corolla Comes in Three Models
Solar-Powered City Cars
Squad Mobility's SQUAD Car is a CES 2023 Innovation
Electric Hybrid Vibrant Vehicles
GM Unveils the 2024 Corvette E-Ray Hybrid Through the Tools
Modern Electrified Retro Automobiles
Shane Baxley Designs the TWO8eSL Reinterpretation
Artistic Auto Showcases
The 20th BMW Art Car Was Unveiled at the Guggenheim Museum
AI-Enhanced Smart Bikes
This eBike is Equipped With ChatGPT, Anti-Theft Protections and More
Distinguished Digitally-Focused EVs
The Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV is the Brand's First EV Yet
Smartphone-Brand Electric Sedans
Xiaomi is Shaking Up the Electric Auto Industry With the 'SU7' EV
All-Electric Sleek Fastback Sedans
Volkswagen Presents the ID.7, an Electric Update
All-Metal Sports Cars
The Porsche 928 E Concept by Youngjai Jun Has a Retro-Future Design
Weekend Excursion City Vehicles
The Playbox Urban Mobility Vehicle is Imagined for 2040
Retro-Futuristic Headlight Automobiles
BMW Vision's Neue Klasse Gears Towards an Electric Angle
IoT-Connected Traffic Beacons
This Traffic Beacon Concept Changes According to Needs
Car Color-Changing Technology
BMW Conceptualizes Car Color-Changing Technology
AR Vehicle Displays
The Kia EV6 Features a Smart Augmented Reality Winshield for Navigation
Sleek Sustainable EV Concepts
The Opel Experimental EV Concept Has Augmented Projection Technology
Adaptive Interior EV Models
The Renault Scenic E-Tech Electric Has a Solarbay Panoramic Roof
Turtle-Inspired Sleek Automobiles
Mercedes Benz Presents a Look at the Vision iMobility
Efficient Tech-Packed Pickup Trucks
The 2024 Ford F-150 Comes in Several Hybrid Options and More
Retro-Futuristic Electric SUVs
KIA Reveals Its Retro-Futuristic Designed All-Electric EV9 SUV
Zero-Compromise Hybrid SUVs
The Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid is Speedy Yet Efficient
Hydrogen-Powered Concept Bikes
A Team of Designers Created a Futuristic Hydrogen Bike Concept
Autonomous Driving Initiatives
Volkswagen Announced a New Partnership with 'Mobileye'
Sporty All-Electric Concept Cars
The Volkswagen ID.X Performance Maximizes Electric Capabilities
Petite Solar-Powered EVs
The 'Buggy' is a Micro Vehicle That Offers Comfortably Compact Motoring
Upcycled Automotive Couture Collections
This Collection is Made With Discarded Auto Components
Eco-Friendly Cafe Vehicles
This Conceptual Solar-Powered Coffee Truck Operates Anywhere
Two-Seater Solar-Powered Vehicles
Aptera Presents the ‘Launch Edition’ of Its Solar Electric Car
Youth-Catered Transportation Apps
Uber Introduces Teen Accounts in the Latest Update
Lifestyle Concept Vehicles
Audi Unveiled the 'Activesphere' Concept in a Short Teaser
UAE-Based Smart Taxis
UAE Residents Will Be Able to Call AI Smart Taxis Thanks to Hyundai
Eco-Friendly Navigation Features
Google Maps Allows Eco-Conscious Trip Planning
Elongated Electric Crossover Vehicles
The 2024 Acura ZDX EV Revives the Brand's Crossover Model
AI Built-In Cars
Baidu Launches the First Electric Car to Have ChatGPT-Style Functions
Next-Gen Safety SUV Models
The Renault Symbioz Hybrid SUV is Modern and Fuel-Efficient
Intelligent Infotainment System Updates
Gm Will Move to a New Google Infotainment System for EVs
Transparent Modern Auto Updates
The Renault Twingo Gets Another New Design Iteration
Vehicle-Focused App Updates
Tesla Launches a Powerful New Update for its Mobile App
Puzzle-Inspired Electric Minivans
HW Electric Designs a Modular Sustainable Electric Minivan
Partially Autonomous Touring EVs
Arcimoto Designs the New Electric Vehicle to Tour Around Vegas
Luxury Utility Vehicle Concepts
The Pininfarina PURA Vision Concept Imagines the Future
AI-Empowered Vehicle Designs
Toyota Research Institute Plays Around with Generative AI
Nature-Inspired Electric SUVs
Honda Unveils Its New All-Eclectic SUV Dubbed 'The Prologue'
Game-Inspired Electric Vehicles
Peugeot Designs the New Inception EV With Game-Like Steering
Stylish Concept Electric Cars
The Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA Class has a Sleek Visual
Electric Super Sport Vehicles
Lamborghini's Upcoming 2024 Urus Features an Electric Drivetrain
Crabwalk Electric Car Updates
Hyundai Adds a New e-Corner Technology to the Ioniq EV
Software-Defined Collaborative Vehicles
Google and Renault Work Together on a New Digital Car
Compact Electric SUVs
Volvo Delivers the New EX90 that is Set to Launch on June 7th
Electric Ride-Share Partnerships
Uber and Hertz are Making Electric Vehicles Accessible to Drivers
Autonomous Robot Taxis
Uber Partners with Motional to Become Completely Driverless by 2023
Inflated Vibrant Futuristic Buses
Midjourney Helped Create the Mutated School Bus Design
Advanced Automotive Systems
Waze Gets its Own Built-in 'Renault' Car App for the First Time
Connected Vehicular Safety Systems
Audi C-V2X Technology Aims to Improve Road Safety
Energy-Efficient Hybrid Vehicles
These Peugeot Hybrid Vehicles Reduce Fuel Use by 15%
Dynamic Artful Car Designs
Julie Mehretu Unveils the Art-Adorned BMW M Hybrid V8 Car
Updated Summer-Ready Electric Vehicles
The New EVs are Launched for BMW Summer 2023 Series
Safe-Focused Electric SUVs
Volvo's EX90 EV SUV is Described to be the Safest Car Yet by the Brand
Handsfree Highway Driving Technologies
Honda Sensing Technology Will Come Standard by 2030
Luxury-Focused Electric Cars
Audi Updates the Q8 E-Tron with More Premium Elements