It’s exciting to imagine the options the cars of the future will have. We’ve covered a number of futuristic breakthroughs in automotive technology, and the most promising of the bunch are featured below.
Honda has already created a color-coded speedometer that glows green when drivers accelerate and brake smoothly; when they drive too aggressively, the speedometer glows a deep blue. Rearview mirrors and steering wheels will also make the most of their utility with integrated GPS and games. Self-steering technology--like that used in the buses in Berkeley, California--will continue to improve. And even sports cars will ramp up their all-weather capability for year-round use.
Today, these options are considered futuristic, but one day they'll undoubtedly be standard. Check out some of the other futuristic automotive options below.
15 Futuristic Car Options
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Intelligent Wheels in Gas-Free Cars
Michelin ‘Active Wheel' and Venturi Volage
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All-Weather Racecars
The Street-Legal KTM X-Bow Takes on Snow Like a Champ (UPDATE)
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Car Mirrors With Games
Multifunction GPS Bluetooth Rearview Mirror System
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Self-Steering Buses
UC Berkeley Magnetic Transit
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Rearview Mirror With Embedded GPS
Mirror Pilot
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Suspended Car Parking Lots
The LIFT
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Parking Lot Car Locators
Holographic Fireworks to Find Your Ride
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GPS Driven BMW
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GPS Integrated Rear-View Mirrors II
DSUS DS-400GB
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Hidden Garages
Lamborghini Luxury Parking Spots
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Automatic Car Secretaries
DriveAssist Intercepts Texts and Calls While Driving
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Color-Coded Speedometers
Honda's New Eco Cars
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GPS Steering Wheels
Takata CSW
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Screenless GPS
The Kapsys Kapten Audible GPS With Voice Recognition
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Luxury Off-Road SUV Models
The 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Has a Longer, Wider Body
Ultra-Luxury Coupe Concepts
The Latest Toyota Century Concept Builds on the Saloon Car's Ethos
Luxury Off-Road SUVs
The 2025 Lexus GX 550 Comes in Six Trim Options
Automotive Twin Timepieces
Porsche Designs Watches That Mirror Its 911 GT3 Models
Luxury Off-Road SUV Concepts
The Genesis X Gran Equator Concept Has a High-End Design
Multimedia Smart Cockpit Technologies
TCL CSOT Highlights Its Approach to Automotive Display
Sporty Luxury EV Models
The 2026 Lexus RZ Comes in the 350e and 550e Models
All-Pink Electric Vehicles
Mary Kay Has Reimagined Its Legendary Pink Cadillac
Luxury Open-Top Cars
Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series Blends Gt Performance with Craft
Next-Generation PHEV SUVs
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 Shows Off the Model's Sixth-Generation Design
Cutting-Edge Auto Simulation Technologies
Ansys Aims to Transform the Automotive Industry
SUV-Honoring Electric Coupes
The Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric Builds on the SUV Model's Design
Smart Car Planning
Budget For Cars Helps You Find Vehicles That Fit Your Financial Plan
Art Deco Show-Car Statements
The Mercedes-Benz Vision Iconic Blends 1930s Glamour with New Tech
AI-Enhanced Electric Auto Designs
Faraday Future Redefines Intelligent Electric Mobility
Carbon-Loaded Luxury Sports Cars
The 2027 Bentley Continental GT Supersports is Limited to 500
Inaugural Tech Brand Hypercars
The Dreame Technology Hypercar Will Be Unveiled at CES 2026
Hybrid Performance Control Features
Ferrari Introduced FIVE In The 849 Testarossa
Women-Centric Vehicle Designs
The Buick Envision Celebrates Human-Centred Innovation
Accessible All-Electric Cars
The Volkswagen ID. EVERY1 Concept is Estimated at €20,000
Electric Performance Concepts
Audi Vision GT Concept Reimagines the Brand’s Electric Design Future
Autonomous Vehicle Platforms
Tensor Robocar Showcases Level 4 Autonomous Mobility At CES 2026
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Luxury Long-Range Electric SUVs
The Porsche Cayenne Electric Comes in Two Models
Compact Electric Urbanite CUVs
Th eToyota C-HR+ Electric Will Arrive in Europe in Late 2025
High-Performance Luxury SUVs
Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale Analyzes the 2026 AMG GLE 53 SUV
Efficient Micro Mobility EVs
The Renault Twingo E-Tech Electric Prototype is Set to Launch in 2026
Sophisticated Race-Inspired EVs
The 2026 Polestar 5 Will Come in Two Models
Haute Tech Brand Hypercars
The Xiaomi Vision GT is Designed for the Gran Turismo Franchise
Scandinavian Electric GTs
The Polestar 5 Grand Tourer Blends Minimalist Design with Sustainability
Coupe-Inspired Crossover Vehicles
The Audi Quanta by Mario Vilar Pays Homage to the Audi TT
Heritage-Honoring Hybrid Coupes
The Sixth-Generation Honda Prelude Has a Hybrid-Electric Motor
Hydrogen Fuel Cars
Toyota Showcases the 'Mirai FCEV' as a Zero-Emission Mobility Option
Retro-Futuristic Cellphone Designs
The Conceptual Noka 7610 5G by AndroidLeo Merges Aesthetics
Future-Facing EV Designs
The Jaguar Type 00 Showcases the Brand's Future
Tech-Driven Compact Sedans
The 2026 Nissan Sentra Has Haptic Feedback and More
Practical Cubic EV Concepts
The Dacia Hipster is Ready for Commuting with 125-Miles of Range
Immersive In-Car Audio Systems
The Pioneer Sphera Offers Dolby Atmos Support at CES 2026
Joint Auto Design Installations
Range Rover Joins NUOVA on Futurespective: Connected World
Sci-Fi-Inspired SUV Models
The Toyota RAV4 Dark Side Performance Concept is Futuristic
Ultra-Sporty EV Sedans
The 2027 BMW i3 Will Be Built on the Neue Klasse EV Platform
Sculptural Spatial City Cars
The Volkswagen Numa Concept by Daniil Ostrovski is Futuristic
New Energy Vehicle Concepts
Nebula Next Debuted the Nebula Next 01 Concept at CES 2026
High-Performance Vehicle Concepts
Mazda Debuts the VISION X-COUPE & the VISION X-COMPACT Concepts
Ultra-Sleek Camper Van Models
The Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo Horizon Has Space for Four
Nostalgic Explorer SUVs
These Nissan X-Trail Concepts Include the Unwind and the Remastered
High Speed-Capable Electric Vehicles
Kia Announces Its High-Performance 'EV 9 GT' Model
Detailed Online Car Databases
Sony Launched an Online Car Database for Gran Turismo 7
Luxe Electric Family Vehicles
Cadillac's VISTIQ SUV Pairs Three-Row Comfort with EV Performance
Sporty High-End SUVs
The 2026 Kia Sportage SUV is Debuting at the Auto Show in Montreal
Production-Ready Robotic Taxis
Volkswagen Presents its ID. Buzz AD Robotic Taxi Vehicle
Single-Seater Electric Vehicles
The Conceptual YKSI Electric Vehicle is Ultra-Efficient
Video Game-Inspired Vehicles
Hyundai Introduces the New INTEROID EV Influenced by Gaming
Electric Mobility Prototypes
Sony Honda Mobility Afeela 1 Prototype Previews Next-Gen Ev Design
Graffiti Racer Models
Hot Wheels x Futura Mitsubishi 3000gt Vr-4 Pairs Car Culture with Street Art
AI Grille Luxury Vans
FX Super One EV makes communication a Focus with an LED grille
Future Urban Mobility Cars
Volkswagen Numa Concept Imagines Cars as Part of Shared City Life
In-Car AI Assistants
ChatGPT Voice Expands to Apple CarPlay
Cutting-Edge Display Technologies
Innolux and CarUX Advance Smart City and Auto Infrastructures
Iconic Entirely Electric Autos
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz G 580 Boasts EQ Technology SUV
Galactic Electric Wagons
The Electra Orbit Reimagines Buick’s Retro-Futurism with EVArchitecture
Grand Touring Automotive Designs
The BMW Concept Speedtop Balances Multiple Aesthetics
Immersive Muscle Car Experiences
Dodge's Virtual Experience Debuts Its Next-Generation Muscle Cars
Two-Seater Solar-Powered EVs
The Toyota FT-Me Measures in Just Under 100-Inches
Transparent Sphere Vehicles
Toyota Transparent Sphere Vehicle Reimagines Mobilty as Playful Design
Future Car Innovation Solutions
LG Innotek Will Showcase Hardware and Ai‑based Software at CES
Advanced Automotive AI Technology
VinAI Aims to Revolutionize Safety, Convenience, and Efficiency
Conceptual Electric Sportscars
Nissan Introduces the R32ev Concept Model at Tokyo Auto Salon
Collaborative Vehicle Concepts
Kia Corporation and LG Electronics Debut Mobility Solutions
Auto-Branded Digital Experience Systems
Ford Digital Experience is Available on Certain Vehicles
Advanced Interior Sensing Technologies
Smart Eye is Collaborating with a Major Korean Automaker
Hyper-Rugged Tech-Packed SUVs
The 2026 Land Rover Defender Builds on the Model's Heritage
Sleek Reimagined Racing Cars
The Porsche 99x Concept Pushes Endurance Design into Sci-Fi Realms
Concept Racing Hypercars
Alfa Romeo Debuts Vita Nova Concept as a Bold Statement of Its Racing DNA
Deeply Integrated Automotive UIs
Apple CarPlay Ultra is Arriving in New Aston Martin Models
Endless Customization Sedans
The 2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Can Be Highly Personalized
Stealth Racer Designs
Lamborghini F1 Concept Fuses Carbon Realism with Racing Aesthetics
Vehicle Intelligence-Focused Cameras
AKEEYO Spotlights Its AKY-NV-X2 and AKY-730 Pro at CES 2026
Customizable Digital Cockpit Line-Ups
ART Showcases Tech for Automotive, Motorcycle, & Agriculture
AI-Powered Driving Apps
Driver Technologies Expands to the Android Automotive Operating System
Enhanced In-Vehicle Infotainment Systems
Toyota Audio Multimedia Boasts 5G Connectivity
Game Style Navigation
The Need for Speed Mini Map Turns a Racing HUD into Real Car Navigation
Smart Mobility Vehicles
The Strutt ev¹ Features Tech Pioneered for Autonomous Cars
Future Tech Blogs
Next Horizon Covers AI, Space, Biotechnology And Emerging Technologies
Entertainment-Integrated Luxe Vans
Mercedes-Benz Introduces the Vision V with a Spacious Cabin
Hybrid Electric SUV Models
Toyota Launches a New 6th-Generation RAV4 Vehicle Model in Japan
Performance-Driven Slick Auto Models
Kia Spotlighted Three Models at an International Auto Show
Luxury Electric Van Concepts
Mercedes Vision V offers a first-class travel experience on wheels
Motorsport-Inspired SUV Models
The 2026 Nissan Armada NISMO Has GT-R Engine Technology
Sporty All-Electric Crossovers
The Subaru 2026 Uncharted is Built on the Toyota CH-R Platform
AI-Animated Vehicles
The Faraday FX Super One Replaces the Traditional Grille with an AI Agent
Safety-Focused Automotive Technologies
Geely Auto Debuts Innovations at Auto Shanghai 2025
Gaming-Inspired Vehicle Concepts
Hyundai Draws Inspiration from Its Electric Subcompact SUV
Autonomous Rear Safety Technologies
Hyundai Mobis Presents a Rear Collision Prevention System
Retro Electric Concepts
The Stellar Reboot Imagines Hyundai’s 1980s Sedan for a Digital Future
AI-Powered In-Vehicle Solutions
LG Sets Its Sights on the Future of Mobility
Vehicle-Focused Consolidated Computing Platform
aiMotive and LG Debut a Auto Computing Platform
Audio-Enhanced Auto Designs
The Cadillac 2026 Electric Vehicle Line is Equipped with Dolby Atmos
Japanese-Inspired Car Interiors
The Two‑tone X7 Adds Paint Split and Japanese Interior Accents
Ground-Breaking High-Performance Vehicle Technologies
IBM & the Dallara Group Eye Auto Innovation
Groundbreaking Automated Driving Systems
Qualcomm & BMW Group Boast a Co-Developed Software Stack
Retro-Futuristic Ev Concepts
Buick Electra Orbit Reimagines Jet‑style Design for Electric Future
Computer Vision Car Tools
Audi Reader Provides an Alternative to Consulting a Vehicle Manual
Luxurious Custom Auto Designs
Lexani Motorcars Unveils the Ultra-Luxe Raffinato Sprinter
Everyday Luxury Electric Sedans
The Volvo ES90 Offers Refined Elegant and Performance Features
Electric Off-Road Concepts
The Elevated Velocity Concept Previews Cadillac’s Off-Road EV Vision
Home-Connected Vehicle Concepts
The Sharp LDK+ Concept Has a Projector and Table Inside
AI-Powered Autonomous Public Transportation
Karsan Automotive is Participating in CES 2026
Subcompact Sport Utility Vehicles
Flagship Honda Calls Attention to the 2026 Honda HR-V
Car Seat-Inserted Chairs
Toyota Seat Chair Concept Converts Vehicle Seating into a Desk Setup
AI Vehicle Operating Systems
Mercedes Develops AI-Driven Systems That Manage and Evolve Vehicles
Next-Generation Conversational Search Tools
Mercedes-Benz & Google Update MBUX Virtual Assistant
Automotive Robotics Integration
Kia integrates robots into mobility and delivery platforms
Next-Gen Automotive Software Platforms
DXC Debuts AMBER to Advance In-Vehicle Infotainment Systems
Whole-Vehicle Black Electrochromic Products
Ambilight is a Leader in Advanced Dimming Technology
Data-Driven Automotive Retailer Tools
Cars.com Debuts AI Video Tools, Hub Reporting & More
All-Electric Pope Vehicles
Pope Francis Introduces a New Popemobile by Mercedes-Benz
Bold Electric Vehicle Editions
BMW I3 Sedan Has Neue Klasse Styling with Integrated Light Band
Customizable Navigation Solutions
HERE Technologies Debuts a New Version of HERE Navigation SDK
Luxury Sedan Updates
2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Debuts with Mb.os Superscreen and New Powertrains
Endurance Race-Inspired Cars
The Coyote Utopia Wears Race Aesthetic with Pristine Performance
Next-Gen Electric Racers
Formula E Gen4 Pushes Performance and Sustainability to New Heights
High-Performance Electric Hypercar Prototypes
Kosmera Presents Two Concept Vehicles at CES 2026
Surf and Track Hatchbacks
MINI and Deus Ex Machina Unveil Bold Surf and Racing Concept Cars
Reactive Solar Motorcycle Visors
This Liquid Crystal Technology Tints Motorcycle Visors
Pre-Production Vehicle Milestones
Faraday Future & Faraday X Mark a Milestone for the FX Super One
Tent-Integrated Pink Cars
Gustaf Westman Designs a Special Mercedes-Benz CLA Model
Vehicle Performance Data Integrations
Autocar Integrates Geotab's Telematics Devices into Fleet
Electric Sports Car Concepts
Chevrolet's California Corvette Concept Revives West Coast Nostalgia
Auto-Focused Sensor Systems
NOVELIC Will Present a Suite of Sensor Systems at CES 2026
Data-Driven Connected Cars
JLR and Tata Communications Aim to Enhance Smart Vehicle Design
Driving Interface Apps
'Car Dashboard' AppTransforms Your iPhone Into a Car Head Unit
Industry-Leading Auto Innovations
SERES Debuts Next-Generation Auto Technologies at an Exhibit
AI Autocycle Workspaces
Will.i.am Trinity EV Reimagines Commuting as a Single-Seat Ai Workspace
Futuristic Grand Tourers
Kia Vision Meta Turismo Concept Previews a Bold Direction for Mobility
Educational Vehicle Retail Campaigns
Flagship Honda Spotlights the 2026 Honda Pilot
Urban-Focused Vehicle Lines
SOUEAST Showcases Its Broader Travel+ Ecosystem Strategy
Rectangular Steering Controls
The Peugeot Hypersquare Replaces the Traditional Steering Wheel
Auto-Focused Research Platforms
Ammaar's Toyota Vacaville Debuts 2026 Toyota Hybrid Command Center
Dynamic Auto Designs
Kia is Promoting Its Forthcoming 2026 K4 Hatchback Model