If there are two traits to describe the majority of the August 2016 commuting ideas, they would be speed and sustainability. Now more than ever, consumers are looking to travel in a way that's convenient for both people and the planet.
In order to help people see the benefits of taking public transportation, Transport for London is organizing gamified cycling events and underground subway art tours.
The future of public transportation is also set to become faster with innovations like the Hyperloop One system to connect Helsinki to Stockholm in less than 30 minutes and the High-Speed Rail line that will be developed between Malaysia and Singapore. In North America, New York City's subway system is also getting an overhaul that will make it much more tech-friendly for modern commuters.
35 Commuting Trends in August
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Self-Powered Trolleybus Gardens
This Piezoelectric Architecture Merges Design & Sustainability
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Modern Vintage Motorcycles
This Motorbike Combines a Modern Technology with Vintage Features
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Bicycle-Car Hybrids
This Vehicle Could Resolve Transport Issues That Stem from Overpopulation
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Futuristic Smart Bikes
These Futuristic Bikes Have Wheels That Light Up at Night
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Portable Urban E-Scooters
The CityGo Urban Offers a Convenient Way to Evade Traffic Around a City
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Connected Cycling Devices
'Beakor' Brings the Internet of Things to Urban Cyclists
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Eco-Minded Velomobiles
The PEBL Velomobile Blends Throttle and Pedaling Power
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Electric-Assist Bike Motors
This Smart Engine Can Be Attached to Any Bike to Make It Ride Faster
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Traditionalist Electric Bikes
The Coolpeds Bike Blends Old-School Aesthetics With Modern Features
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Handcrafted Bamboo Bikes
The 'Craft Bicycle' is Plant-Made and Eco-Friendly
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Anime Gaming Taxis
Pokemon GO Players Can Hitch a Ride to Catch Pokemon
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High-Tech Bike Displays
This Company Makes High-Functioning Bikes for Eco-Friendly Transport
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Electric Carbon Fiber Bicycles
The 'All-Go' Bike is a Powerful Yet Lightweight Commuting Option
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Portable Pneumatic Casts
Consumers Can Set Fractures Using the 'AirCast' Without Medical Training
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Botanical Train Stations
The Kaohsiung Train Station in Taiwan is Covered by a Lush Garden
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Running Track Trains
This Themed Tokyo Train Celebrates the Japanese Team at the Olympics
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Underground Art Tours
'The Art Tube Map' is the TfL's Guide to Art in the Subways of London
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Gamified Cycling Stunts
TfL's 'Time to Cycle' Initiative Encourages the Public to Begin Biking
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Renaissance Subway Photography
An Artist Imagines Commuters as 16th Century Paintings
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Aerodynamic Cycling Bodysuits
3D Printing and Wind Tunnel Technology Was Used for This Bodysuit
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Hygienic Subway Straps
These Hanging Straps for Subways Ensure Personal Space
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Temporary Car Leases
Breeze Offers Week-to-Week Leases for Ride-Sharing Drivers
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Rapid Tube-Based Commuting
Hyperloop One Hopes to Connect Helinski to Stockholm in 30 Minutes
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Unlimited Mileage Warranties
The Mazda Unlimited Program Doesn't Put Restrictions on Services
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Urban Bike Loan Initiatives
Toronto Offers an Array of Rentable Bicycles to Reduce Transit Traffic
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Transportation Card Manicures
These Acrylic Nails Double as Transportation Passes
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Tech-Friendly Metropolitan Subways
The New York Subway System is Slated to Get a Tech Boost
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Tea-Serving Taxis
Tokyo Taxi Operator Nihon Kotsu is Giving Out Samples of Suntory Tea
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Super Speed Commuter Trains
The 'High-Speed Rail' Line in Malaysia Will Reach 300 KPH
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Cycling Coffee Holders
The Cruzy Kozy Provides a Leather Bike Cup Holder for Hot Beverages
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Traffic-Evading Alarms
The Snorelax App Wakes Commuters Up Early If There Is Road Congestion
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Electric Taxi Fleets
HDT Singapore Taxi's Entire Fleet Runs on Electricity Instead of Gas
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Two-Wheeler Taxi Apps
The Go Bike App Helps Thais Safely Hail Motorbike Taxis
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Highway-Highlighting Apps
This App Helps Commuters Navigate Services Along the Indian Highway
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City Rating Tools
The Redfin Opportunity Score Helps You Discover Commuting Opportunities
Related Ideas
Rugged Teardrop Trailers
Colorado Teardrops Makes High-End Trailers for Outdoor Enthusiasts
Futuristic Smart Bikes
These Futuristic Bikes Have Wheels That Light Up at Night
Retro-Futuristic Bikes
These Bikes from 'ECCE' Have an Aesthetic Unlike Most Others
Viral Instagram Campaigns
This Selena Gomez Photo is the Most Liked Photo of All Time
Customizable Children's Bikes
This Adjustable Bike Intersects Style with Functionality
Panoramic Train Interiors
Ichibansen's Newest Passanger Train Offers an All-Encompassing View
Elegantly Styled E-Bikes
This New E-Bike Blends Retro Design With Modern Motoring
Contorted Human Photography
The 'Hedonismo' Editorial is a Startling Perspective on Bodies
Lone Man Photography
These Gloomy Photographs Evoke a Sense of Sadness in the Viewer
Multipurpose Bike Hooks
The 'Lift' Bike System Offers a Convenient Way to Wall Mount Bicycles
Urban Youth Photography
A Photographer Captures Blurry Photos of Young Adults in New York City
Squared-Shaped Electric Skateboards
The AcraMini is a Square Skateboard Inspired by Space Rovers
Tree-Preserving Bike Racks
These Multi-Use Racks Help in Fighting the Mountain Pine Beetle Problem
Sculpted Sports Tourer Bikes
This Motorbike Showcases the Best Of Modern Italian Design
Electric-Assist Bike Motors
This Smart Engine Can Be Attached to Any Bike to Make It Ride Faster
Suspenseful Sneaker Releases
Pharrell X adidas NMD Human Race Released a Green Colorway
Intelligent First Aid Kits
'Gale' Modernizes the Traditional First Aid Kit with Tech
Concrete Bike Stands
The BikeBlock Offers a Compact Bicycle Storage System in Urban Dwellings
Traditionalist Electric Bikes
The Coolpeds Bike Blends Old-School Aesthetics With Modern Features
Smart Bike Helmets
This Smart Helmet Ensures the Safety of Avid Bikers
Continuously Recording Cameras
This Smart Camera Shares Moments in Real-Time with Minimal Editing
Affordable Electric Bikes
The Lectro Bike Mixes Affordability with Style
Chromatic Photograph Compositions
This Balanced Photography Makes Use of Colors and Symmetry
Modular Men's Messenger Bags
Black Ember Has Added to Its Line of Versatile Masculine Travel Bags
High-Tech Bike Displays
This Company Makes High-Functioning Bikes for Eco-Friendly Transport
Eco-Friendly Floating Greenhouses
The Eco Barge Cruises the Danube in a Sustainable Fashion
Motorcycle-Themed Cafes
The Harley Davidson Cafe is Covered with Vintage Motorcycle Decor
Comic Book Photo Filters
Gett Recently Partnered with Prisma to Design the #GettUrban Filter
Botanical Train Stations
The Kaohsiung Train Station in Taiwan is Covered by a Lush Garden
Olympic Athlete Emojis
Puma Has Created 'Boltmoji' To Support Brand Ambassador Usain Bolt
VR Observation Scopes
At the Tokyo Skytree, Exclusive VR Experiences Will Be Offered on Rainy Days
Fuel-Efficient Scooters
Piaggio's New Scooters Feature Friction-Resistant Drive Trains
Underground Art Tours
'The Art Tube Map' is the TfL's Guide to Art in the Subways of London
Strapped Smartphone Cases
This Smartphone Case Comes with a Strap for Easy Use
Mobile X-Ray Concepts
The 'Treo' Could Let Medical Professionals Take Body Scans Anywhere
Auto-Steering Drones
The Alphavein Offers a Panoramic View Outside a Car for Seamless Driving
Gamified Cycling Stunts
TfL's 'Time to Cycle' Initiative Encourages the Public to Begin Biking
Chinese Ride-Sharing Bike Apps
'Mobike' is the 'Uber' of Bicycles in Shanghai
Anime Game Business Stops
The Pokémon Go Lure Modules Have Potential to Increase Customer Traffic
Canopied Train Stations
This Taiwanese Train Station Design Offers Expansive Public Space
3D-Printed Replacement Parts
'happy3D' Helps Consumers Easily Print Broken Appliance Parts
Quiet Electric Aeroplanes
NASA's X-57 Aircraft Reduces Carbon Emissions With Electric Propulsion
Rugged Electric Scooters
The Rover B14 From Works Electric Blends Toughness With Power
Poignant Glacier Viewing Centers
Visitors can See Climate Change in Action at the Icefjord Center
Gasoline Delivery Apps
The 'Filld' App Circumvents Gas Stations for Drivers
Garage Rental Services
'GaragePointer' is Like Airbnb for Shared Garage Storage Spaces
Suede Medal-Themed Sneakers
Saucony and OFFSPRING Collaborated for a Commemorative Series
Adult Anime Apps
The App Lets You Enjoy a Modified Version Of Pokemon For Adults
Real-Time Car Share Apps
The Evo Car Share Service Lets Drivers Reserve Vehicles Spontaneously
3D Printing Art Devices
This 3D Printing Device Makes The Technology Easy to Use for Anyone
Magnetic Bike Reflectors
The Portland Bicycle Reflectors Can be Adhered to Equipment and Bags
Gourmet Pretzel Roll Sandwiches
Subway's New Pretzel Buns Give Consumers a Gourmet Bread Option
Book Delivery Platforms
The 'NearSt' Start-Up Offers Delivery of Books from Local Bookstores
Dutch Car-Sharing Platforms
SnappCar Allows Consumers to Borrow Their Neighbor's Vehicle
Blurry Portrait Photography
This Photographer Adds a "Glitch" Effect to Make His Portraits Unique
Warped Golden Facades
The 'Paradise City' Will Feature Curvaceous Lines and a Spot of Gold
Female-Friendly Networking Apps
The Bumble BIZZ App Introduces Women To Careers Of Interest
Laser-Cutting 3D Printer
This Desktop 3D Printer Offers Laser-Cutting and CNC Mill Functionality
Small Business Loyalty Programs
'flok' is a Customer Engagement App for Small Business Owners
Sidewalk-Embedded Street Signs
Sydney is Installing Ground Traffic Lights for Phone Holders
Horizontal Elevator Systems
This New Elevator System Will Be Installed In the London Underground
Rapid Tube-Based Commuting
Hyperloop One Hopes to Connect Helinski to Stockholm in 30 Minutes
Wooden Subway Workstations
The Tokyo Metro is Offering Subterranean Offices for Commuter Use
Olympic Landscape Photography
Giles Price's Rio Photography Series Depicts the City's Damage
Purifying Concept Cars
The QClear Vehicle Cleans and Reduces Urban Air Pollution While it Drives
Miniature Urban Deserts
Slinkachu's 'Little People' Project Expands to Show Desert Scenes in Dubai
Conversational Commerce Startups
Morph.ai Uses Chat Bots to Streamline Commercial Transactions
Luxury 3D Printers
Pollen's Advanced 3D Printer Pam Can Print Multi Materials Simultaneously
Medical Messenger Bots
HealthTap Uses AI to Answer Questions on Facebook Messenger
Portable Laundry Backpacks
ChipmunkBags Offers a Simple Way to Transport Dirty Clothes to the Wash
Embroidered Planetary Art
An Artist Creates Planet Art That Almost Resembles Photographs
Solar Car-Sharing Projects
This Car-Sharing Program Brings Solar-Powered Vehicles to Tennessee
Automated Auto Mechanic Apps
The Engie App Monitors Cars' Health and Recommends Auto-Repairs
Infantile Olympics Ads
Nike's Commercial Shows the World's Most Celebrated Athletes as Babies
Luxury Roadside Assistance Apps
This Ferrari Mobile Platform Offers Its Services 365 Days a Year
Gravity-Powered Hydroelectric Plants
The Linthal Hydropower Plant Runs on the Power of Gravity
Urban Bike Loan Initiatives
Toronto Offers an Array of Rentable Bicycles to Reduce Transit Traffic
Swipe-Based Auto Apps
This App Uses Predictive Matchmaking to Aid Your Car Research
Cargo-Hauling Bike Attachments
The Lift Acessory Lets You Stick a Cargo Compartment To Your Bike
Supplemental Parking Apps
This App Eases Parking For Drivers In Downtown New Haven
Commuter Safety Devices
This Electronic System Uses Sensors to Ensure the Safety of Users
Tech-Friendly Metropolitan Subways
The New York Subway System is Slated to Get a Tech Boost
Rugged Mobility Scooters
The Boomer Beast Helps Users With Mobility Issues to Embrace the Outdoors
Automated Auto Insurance Apps
The Onsurance App Helps Drivers Continuously Shop for Car Insurance
Anthropomorphic Beetle Photography
This Photographer Enhances the Bodies of Beetles in His Work
Heart-Surgery Harpoons
This Surgical Device Allows For Speedy Recovery After Heart Surgeries
Next Generation Electric Cars
The Tesla Model S for Kids is Designed for Young Car Fans
Celebratory Sikh Portraiture
Amit and Naroop Photographed Sikh People in Turbans for a New Project
Electric Vehicle Rental Services
Evercar is a Rental Service for Ride-Sharing Drivers
Diagnostic Search Engines
A Search for Symptoms on Google Now Calls Up Related Conditions
Carbon Fiber Bicycles
The Opus Bicycles Offer a Lightweight and High-Speed Cycling Experience
Pain Management Apps
The Ella App's Mindfulness Program Helps People Suffering From Chronic Pain
Shelter-Locating Apps
The Save a Stray App Helps You Rescue Lost Animals in a Safe Manner
Prostate Exam-Training Robots
This Robotic Rectum Trains Doctors to Carry Out Prostate Exams
AR Anime Games
The 'Pokemon Go' Game Integrates Mobile and Wearable Technology
Obstacle-Evading Scooters
This Motorized Scooter's Large Front Wheel Helps It Roll Over Obstacles
Foldable Electric Scooters
The Eon Scooter is Designed to Easily Tackle Significant Inclines
Remote Car Rental Apps
The Avis Now App Lets You Select and Extend Your Car Rentals
Petrol Price-Detecting Apps
This Fuel App Helps Ghanaians Navigate to Price-Effective Gas Stations
DIY Bike Kits
This Bike Kit Allows Users To Build Any Type of Bike They Want
Concierge Rideshare Apps
UberLife Offers a More Rounded Travel Experience with Recommendations
Noiseless Bike Trainers
The STAC Zero Trainer Minimizes Noise and Wheel Corroding
Comprehensive Driving Score Apps
The Octo U Platform Helps Users Save on Car Insurance Payments
Social Ridesharing Apps
Ola Share Helps the Citizens of Chennai Share Cab Rides With Others
Olympic Origin Stories
Gatorade Tells the Usain Bolt Origin Story in 'The Boy Who Learned To Fly'
Transcending National Anthems
Samsung Created 'The Anthem' From Blending the Songs of 15 Nations
Multilingual Texting Apps
The FirstVoices Chat App Lets You Text In Indigenous American Languages
Breathalyzer Noisemakers
This Vuvuzela by Carlsberg Works When Alcohol is Consumed Responsibly
Automobile-Teaching Apps
This App Helps You Teach Autonomous Cars to Better Understand Humans
Electric Law Enforcement Vehicles
The Los Angeles Police Department Will Receive 100 BMW i3s
Non-Profit Ridesharing Platforms
RideAustin Offers Community-Focused Ridesharing Services
Tube Delay Notification Projects
Transport for London is DMing Commuters About Travel Disruptions