The July 2016 auto trends reveal that the electric vehicle is no longer limited to the family car. Indeed, auto manufacturers are increasingly turning towards service vehicles to test out different types of eco-friendly technology.
While many of us give little thought to the buses and garbage trucks that roam our streets, these vehicles contribute to climate change the same way that other vehicles do. To combat this, auto manufacturers have come up with a myriad of ways to make services vehicles more eco-friendly. Some of the vehicles that are currently using this technology include garbage trucks, commuter buses and even police cars.
Of course, the July 2016 auto trends also reveal the need for more affordable electric vehicles for consumers. One example of such vehicles is the single-occupant SOLO car, which is less expensive than other electric vehicles. Another option is the E-Mehari, which is an eco-friendly vehicle built for island living.
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Katherine Pendrill — Jul 30, 2016 — Autos
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DIY Campervan Manuals
'The Vanual' Provides Details on How to Create a Camp Van from a Cargo Van
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Converted Van DIYs
Filmmaker Zach Both Shows How to Transform a Van Into a Modern Apartment
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Flip-Top Vehicle Campers
The Habitat Converts Your Toyota Tacoma Into A Proper Expedition Vehicle
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Affordable Expedition Trucks
This Vehicle Offers Customizable Versatility At a Reasonable Price
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Single-Person Urban Cars
The 'SpeedOneSeat' Concept Vehicle is Designed for Racing and Cities
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Electric Island Vehicles
The E-Mehari is an All-Terrain Electric Car Made with a Plastic Body
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Hyper-Exclusive Sports Cars
This Special Edition Ferrari Features Aerodynamic Performance Upgrades
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Carbon Fiber Supercars
McLaren's MSO Carbon Series LT Cars Boast a Glossy Carbon Fiber Appearance
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Elegant Electric Trucks
This Truck Concept for Audi Is Modern and Less Harmful on the Environment
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Open-Concept Electric SUVs
The Nissan 'Experve' Conceptual Car Design is Efficient in Design
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Donut-Decorating Cars
This Nissan Car Stunt Celebrated International Donut Day in a Unique Way
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Towering Turbocharged Trucks
This Tall Mercedes Truck Features Massive Ground Clearance
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Revived Retro Roadsters
The Jannarelly Design-1 Blends Iconic and Modern Design Cues
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Autonomous IoT Vehicles
'Olli' is a 3D-Printed Local Motors Car That's Powered by IBM Watson
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Muscular Rally Trucks
The Kamaz Master is Designed to Achieve Glory At the Dakar Rally
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Commemmorative Iconic Supercars
This New Lamborghini Celebrates 50 Years Of Supercar Domination
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Artist-Inspired Rickshaws
This Taxi Cab Features a Technicolor Interior Influenced by Van Gogh
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Minimalist Mexican Cars
This Minimalistic Car Comes With Enhanced Aerodynamics Design
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Lightweight High-End Coupes
The Latest Audi Coupe is Lighter and Faster Than Ever
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Gyroscopic Wheel Vehicles
The 'O Wheel 2' Transportation Concept is Ruggedly Designed
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Eco-Friendly Garbage Trucks
The Mack Truck LR Collection Truck Reduces Fuel Needs and Maintenance
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Turbocharged High-Performance Roadsters
The Rp1 Roadster Blends Top-Notch Power With Balance
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Cost-Effective Electric Cars
This Affordable Car Can Fit Only One Passenger
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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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Lightweight Performance Cars
The Hyundai RM16's Low Center of Gravity Allows For Improved Handling
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Aerodynamic Sports Cars
This New Rolls-Royce Features Boosted Torque and a Polished Exterior
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Compact Hatchback Cars
The Renault Twingo GT is Small In Size But Big In Terms Of Power
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Turbocharged Workhorse Wagons
This Mercedes G-Class Variant Favors Performance Over Pretty Looks
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Retro Roof-Rack Cars
The Mini Clubman ALL4 Scrambler Features a Compact and Retro Design
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Commemorative Sports Cars
Ford's Special Edition Car Pays Tribute to Glory At Le Mans
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Refreshed Flagship Cars
The New Renault Clio Features Updated Multimedia and Navigation Options
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Revolutionary Electric Supercars
This Electric Car's Horsepower and Torque Figures Are Spectacular
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Optimized Motorsport Cars
The Mercedes-AMG GT R is Designed to Dominate Tracks Around the World
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Trailblazing Race Cars
This Honda NSX Features Independent Wheel Power Allocation
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Sporty Family Cars
The Ford Fusion Sport Blends Sport and Family-Focused Features
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Reliably Minimalist Wagons
The Mercedes E-Class Estate Focuses On Fundamental Features
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Unshackled Race Cars
This McLaren Track Car is Designed For Optimum Competitive Performance
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Electric Law Enforcement Vehicles
The Los Angeles Police Department Will Receive 100 BMW i3s
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Practical Cubic EV Concepts
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Sculptural Spatial City Cars
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New Energy Vehicle Concepts
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Cooling Bus Shelter Designs
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Nostalgic Explorer SUVs
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Compact Urban Delivery Vehicles
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High Speed-Capable Electric Vehicles
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Luxe Electric Family Vehicles
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Electric Urbanite SUVs
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Backyard Electric Ride-Ons
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Production-Ready Robotic Taxis
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Future Urban Mobility Cars
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Bold Modular Electric Vehicles
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Eco-Friendly All-Terrain SUVs
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Compact Off-Road EV Concepts
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EV Adoption Initiatives
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Rugged Adventure-Ready Electric SUVs
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Automobile-Inspired E-Bike Launches
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Sleek Fully Electric SUVs
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Iconic Entirely Electric Autos
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Long-Range PHEV SUVs
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Compact Electric SUVs
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Two-Seater Solar-Powered EVs
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Electric Cargo-Hauling Vans
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Extra-Sporty Electric SUV Models
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Collaborative Vehicle Concepts
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80s-Inspired Experimental Electric Vehicles
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Expanded Eco-Friendly Car Products
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Efficient Medium-Duty Truck Models
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Chinese Electric Vehicle Models
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Electric Sports Car Concepts
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Smart Mobility Vehicles
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Inaugural Midsized Electric SUVs
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Hybrid Electric SUV Models
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Performance-Driven Slick Auto Models
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Autonomous Electric Microbuses
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Luxury Electric Van Concepts
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Solar-Powered Sleek Bikes
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Modular Utility Vehicles
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Safety-Focused Automotive Technologies
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Off-Road Vehicle Debuts
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Affordable Barebones Electric Pickups
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AI-Powered In-Vehicle Solutions
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Retailer-Enabled Car Sales
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Streamlined Electric Cars
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Micro Camper Concept Vans
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Electric Public Transportation Expansions
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Local Low-Speed Electric Ambulances
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Everyday Luxury Electric Sedans
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AI-Powered Autonomous Public Transportation
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Delhi-Based Electric Buses
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Urban Family-Friendly eBikes
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Vehicle Accessibility Initiatives
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All-Electric Pope Vehicles
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Compact Electirc Wagons
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Vehicle Performance Data Integrations
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Compact Electric Suvs
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Electric Sports Car Concepts
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Heritage-Honoring Electric SUVs
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Next-Generation Electric Bus Fleets
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Lightweight Four-Wheeled Bikes
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Shareable Autonomous Vehicle Designs
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Industry-Leading Auto Innovations
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Electrified Compact SUVs
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Solar-Powered Golf Carts
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Futuristic Grand Tourers
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Sustainable Transportation System Concepts
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Three-Row Electric SUVs
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Transforming Camp Vehicles
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Auto-Focused Research Platforms
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