The top July 2020 auto trends cover everything from last-mile delivery solutions and an increase in drive-in events to innovations in autonomous vehicle technology. As the way people travel, receive goods and experience live events changes, every industry is being given the opportunity to change the way people and products get from place to place safely.
As of late, there's been a surge of drive-ins and drive-thrus offered to help people keep safe distances from one another while still enjoying their favorite experiences.
Businesses are now reopening and focusing on minimizing contact between customers and staff, and this intention is taking on more meaning than ever with the rise of self-driving solutions for everything from navigating airport terminals and public transit to fire fighting units and large-scale transportation trucks.
Top 50 Auto Innovations in July
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Four-Season Camping Homes
The Chalets en Liberté Tiny Mobile Houses are Durably Designed
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Hard-Sided Vehicular Tents
The Redtail Overland Rooftop Camper is Made with Carbon Fiber
48
Elegant Micro-Cabin Trailers
The 'Base Cabin' Has a Well-Appointed, A-Frame Design
47
Aftermarket Truck Campers
The Scout Yoho 6.0 is Built for Mid-Size Trucks and Up to Four People
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Luxury Converted Bus Campers
The Mybushotel 'B-Hotel' Lets Travelers Explore in Comfort
45
Bespoke Automobile Rooftop Tents
The Land Rover Defender Rooftop Tent is Durable and Lightweight
44
Next-Gen Motorcycle Concepts
The Conceptual Tesla Model M Has a Curvaceous Design
43
Logo-Shaped Headlight Sports Cars
The Conceptual Mercedes Redsun by Wayne Jung is Futuristic
42
Low-Slung Geometric Motorcycles
The Conceptual Rimac 2080 Hyper Cyber Has an Edgy Design
41
Next-Generation Sports Cars
This Ford Mustang Mach-F Concept by Emre Husmen is Aggressive
40
Modified Retro Cafe Racers
The K-Speed 'Tokyo Street' Honda Super Cub Has a Vintage Aesthetic
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Developing Nation Vehicle Designs
The Conceptual 'Project Outreach' Vehicle Supports Communities
38
Slickly Futuristic Sports Cars
The Audi GT Concept by Jordan Gendler is Stylishly Modern
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Drone-Equipped Adventure Vehicles
The Conceptual Jeep Spider by Wayne Jung is Off-Road-Ready
36
Supercar SUV Concepts
The Conceptual Bugatti S1 Luxury SUV by André Fonseca is Sleek and Stylish
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Weather-Protected Electric Bicycles
CityQ Offers Storage, Doors, Rear Seating and More
34
Autonomous Urban Transportation Buses
The Vectalia 'STREAT' Bus Provides Comfortable Rides
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Carbon Fiber Single-Passenger Aircrafts
The Conceptual Watfly Atlas VTOL Aircraft is Efficient
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Otherworldly Transport Truck Concepts
The 'SpaceTruck' Concept by Alexander Baldini is Futuristic
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Bioactive Air-Powered Vehicles
The Conceptual Volkswagen ID5 is Imagined for the Year 2050
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Sleek Sliding Seat Hypercars
The Koenigsegg RAW Hypercar Concept is Incredibly Lightweight
29
Reimagined Low-Slung Supercars
This Conceptual Cybertruck Redesign Turns the Car into a Sports Car
28
Customized Italian Scooters
The Scooter & Service Custom Vespas are Tuned to Perfection
27
Cryptocurrency-Mining Car Devices
'FuelPay' Converts Driving Energy into Crypto Coins for Fuel
26
VIP Drive-In Screenings
Mitsubishi & The Luna Cinema are Offering a Luxurious Open-Air Experience
25
Modular Mars Exploration Modules
This Futuristic Mars Rover Helps with Alien Planet Settlements
24
Customizable Off-Road Vehicle Lights
The VisionX Unite Light Bar Has Swappable Components
23
Wireless Automotive Smartphone Adapters
The 'CPLAY2air' CarPlay Wireless Adapter is Easy to Use
22
Autonomous Fire-Fighting Robot Vehicles
This Conceptual Fire Department Vehicle is Futuristic
21
Redesigned Electric Bike Releases
Cowboy Redesigned the Cowboy 3 with a Carbon Belt and More
20
Automotive-Branded Web Series Launches
Hyundai Launched a New Series Named 'The Un-Adventurers'
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Home EV Charging Solutions
Volkswagen Created an EV Charging System Ahead of the ID.3 EV
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Discreet Radar Driving Sensors
The Escort Redline 360c Warns Drivers of Speed Traps and More
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AR Car-Displaying Apps
Lexus AR Play Showcases the 2021 IS in an Immersive Experience for Users
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Blockish Conceptual Pickup Trucks
This 2020 Ford F-150 Concept by Mo Aoun is Style-Focused
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Long-Lasting EV Battery Cells
CATL Created an EV Battery Cell That Can Last for 16 Years
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Electrically-Powered Semi Trucks
Elon Musk Announced the Production of the Tesla Semi Truck
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Zero-Emissions Public Transport
Arrival Launches a Eco-Conscious Bus for Public Use
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Luxury Car Smartphone Keys
The BMW x Apple CarKey Streamlines Vehicular Access
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Autonomous Charitable Delivery Vans
Waymo's Self-Driving Vans Will Deliver Items in San Francisco
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Heads-Up Display EV Releases
Volkswagen's ID.3 EV Will Be Available to Europeans in September
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Charging-Improved Luxury EVs
Jaguar Improved the Charging System and Display for the 2021 I-Pace
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Motorcycle Crash Detection Systems
Bosh Launched Help Connect for Motorcycle Users in Germany
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Car Computer Partnerships
NIVIDIA and Mercedes are Partnering to Produce an In-car Computer
6
Electric Truck Production Announcements
Ford Announced It Will Release the Electric F-150 in 2022
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Fashion House Scooters
The Dior Vespa is Stylish and Exclusive
4
Exclusive Front-Wheel-Drive Car Releases
Toyota is Releasing a New GR Yaris RS Exclusive to Japan
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Commemorative Muscle Car Releases
Dodge Created a '2020 Dodge Challenger Commemorative Edition'
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Autonomous Airport Navigation
WHILL's Autonomous Drive System Will Be Added to Haneda Airport
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Power-Focused Next-Gen SUVs
Porsche Revealed the 2021 Cayenne GTS with a More Powerful Engine
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Futuristic Supercar Designs
These Bugatti Custom Vehicle Designs by FLYBYARTIST are Rugged
Plane-Inspired Vehicle Designs
This Mercedes-Benz Concept Vehicle by Al Yasid Balances Aesthetics
Branded Car-Powered Hotels
Hyundai Opens Doors to World’s First Car-Powered Hotel
Transforming Commuter Vehicles
The Conceptual Audi Vista Roadster by Hyunsik Moon is Shapeshifting
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
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
Shapeshifting Interior Electric Vehicles
The Volkswagen Gen.Travel Concept Has a Luxurious Feel
Flying Car Concepts
Alef Aeronautics Comes Closer to Making Flying Cars a Reality with Model-A
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
Luxury Off-Road Electric SUVs
The Range Rover Electric Prototype Has a New Traction Control System
Superhero-Inspired Automobiles
Midjourney Boasts a Slew of AI-Generated Car Designs
Sleek Electric Concept Vehicles
The Hyundai Concept Luxe Sedan Has Extra Seating in the Boot
Child-Centric Concept Cars
This Compact Luxury SUV Caters to the Needs Of Families With Kids
Rugged Entry-Level Electric SUVs
The Rivian R3 Boasts a Dynamic and Practical Design
Mobile Office Concept Trucks
The Mitsubishi Fuso NomadPro Offers Essentials for Professionals
Water-Ready Sports Car Concepts
The Citroën Above and Under by Sangheon Chung is Transformative
Sculpted Tech Brand Supercars
This Apple iCar Concept Imagines a Tech-Rich EV
70s-Style Race Cars
The Hyundai N Vision 74 is Expected to Jump from Concept to Real Life
Fully Autonomous Crossover SUVs
The Conceptual 'DKM 2.0' by Vladislav Semenov is Futuristic
Digital-Oriented Restaurant Redesigns
Wendy's Rolls Out New Design Concept, 'Global Next Gen'
Autonomous Showroom Concepts
JIDU's Dealership Experience Lets Buyers Watch Their Car Pilot Itself
Modular Shipping Trailer Drones
The Hyundai Trailer Drone is Hydrogen-Powered
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
Underground Delivery Systems
Wendy's & Pipedream are Changing Mobile Order Delivery
Reimagined EV Van Models
The Conceptual GMC Safari Electric Brings Back a Classic Model
Auto Brand Golf Experiences
The Genesis Invitational 2024 Featured an Immersive Media Experience
Panoramic Automotive Cockpits
This Cockpit Offers Stunning Customization & Display Capabilities
Interactive Autonomous Delivery Vehicles
The Conceptual ROBO A2Z Delivery Vehicle is Advanced
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
Cartoon-Branded Concept Cars
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 Disney100 Platinum Concept Has Specialty Branding
Tech-Centric Automotive Retailers
Mercedes-Benz Kelowna Unveils a Futuristic Showroom Concept
Inviting Contemporary Auto Dealerships
Rivian’s Spaces Aims to Disrupt the Auto Retail Space
Panda-Inspired Retro Car Conepts
Fiat's New City Car Concept is Dubbed the Mega-Panda
Opulent Americana EV Concepts
The Lincoln Model L100 Concept Offers a Sleek Vision of the Future
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
Tailgating SUV Functional Kits
The SUV Kit By VanLab is Inspired by the Functions of IKEA
Solar-Powered Autonomous Vehicles
The 'Ada' Autonomous Vehicle Concept is Passively Charged
Tech Brand Vehicle Features
Sony and Honda's Collaborative 'Afeela' Car Boasts Entertainment Tech
Food Truck Billboards
McDonald's Transformed Billboards into Digital Food Truck Displays
AI-Powered Drive-Thrus
Checkers Collaborates with Hi Auto to Streamline the Drive-Thru Experience
Driverless Robotaxis
Lyft Partners with Motional to Launch an Autonomous Taxi Called 'IONIQ 5'
All-Electric Luxury Cars
Lamborghini Unveils the Lanzador Concept, Its Inaugural All-Electric Auto
Color-Changing Concept Cars
The BMW i Vision Dee Offers a Glimpse of the Future at CES 2023
Game-Exclusive Concept Cars
Ferrari's Vision Hybrid Race Vehicle Drops of Gran Turismo 7
Curated Grocery Delivery Lists
Instacart Carts Offer Themed Shopping Lists Packed with Items
Night Vision Driving Systems
The Auto AI Night Vision System InfiRay NV2 is Debuting at CES 2024
Rear Window-Reduced Electric SUVs
The Polestar 4 Removes the Back Window Feature
Special Edition Off-Road SUVs
These Jeep Concepts Were Unveiled for the 2024 Easter Jeep Safari
Circular Concierge Kiosks
This Conceptual Screen Concierge by Ivan Zhurba Automates Check-ins
Emoting-Grille Car Concepts
BMW's I Vision Dee Concept Creates a Digitalized Driving Experience
AI-Powered Supermarkets
Green Picks Market Autonomous Grocery Store is Frictionless
Voice-Based AI QSR Services
Valyant AI and Paerpay Tansform Drive-thru Experience with AI
Artistic Auto Showcases
The 20th BMW Art Car Was Unveiled at the Guggenheim Museum
Smartphone-Brand Electric Sedans
Xiaomi is Shaking Up the Electric Auto Industry With the 'SU7' EV
AI-Powered Drive-Thrus
Vox AI is Coming to CES 2024 to Revolutionize Drive-Thru Orders
All-Electric Sleek Fastback Sedans
Volkswagen Presents the ID.7, an Electric Update
Weekend Excursion City Vehicles
The Playbox Urban Mobility Vehicle is Imagined for 2040
AI-Enhanced Luxury SUVs
FF is Incorporating Generative AI into Its Flagship FF 91
Retro-Futuristic Headlight Automobiles
BMW Vision's Neue Klasse Gears Towards an Electric Angle
Next-Gen Safety SUV Models
The Renault Symbioz Hybrid SUV is Modern and Fuel-Efficient
Car Color-Changing Technology
BMW Conceptualizes Car Color-Changing Technology
Sleek Sustainable EV Concepts
The Opel Experimental EV Concept Has Augmented Projection Technology
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
Car Rental Partnerships
Turo & Hopper Join Forces to Revolutionize Car Booking in Travel Industry
Virtual Car Meetups
7-Eleven is Inviting Fans to Meet Virtually in Fortnite
Avocado-Centric Pop-Ups
Avocados From Mexico's House of Goodness is Coming to the Real World
Portable Autonomous Mini Marts
JUXTA's Nomad Offers Autonomous Mini Mart for EV Charging Stations
Contactless Car Wash Subscriptions
The 'FastLane' Subscription Can Be Accessed Through a Handy App
Triple-Row Electric SUVs
Lucid Motors Presents a Look at its Second EV with the Gravity SUV
Color-Changing Outdoor SUV Concepts
The Lexus LX 600 Premium AAP Build Has a Striking Wrap
Autonomous Driving Initiatives
Volkswagen Announced a New Partnership with 'Mobileye'
Colorful Vivid Small Automobiles
Fiat Presents a New Colorful Update Transforming its Grey Cars
Automated Lane-Changing Car Features
GM Super Cruise Now Supports Handsfree Land Changes
Sporty All-Electric Concept Cars
The Volkswagen ID.X Performance Maximizes Electric Capabilities
Virtual QSR Drive-Thrus
Smashburger Unveils its First Virtual Drive-Thru Window
AI Drive-Thru Platforms
"Tori" Enhances the Experience of Ordering at Carl's Jr. and Hardee's
Solar-Powered Food Trucks
Planted Unveiled a Sustainable Food Truck for a Tour Across the UK
QSR Food-Inspired Door Designs
McDonald's France Launches a New Digital Campaign of Door Visuals
Reality-Bending Car Ads
CarGurus Ad Features Melting Lego and Gourmet Chef Toddlers
Conceptual Electric Pickup Trucks
The 'VF Wild' is a Mid-Size Pickup With Extra-Large Features
Upcycled Automotive Couture Collections
This Collection is Made With Discarded Auto Components
Curbside Cafe Retail Services
Target Drive Up with Starbucks Offers Drinks with Purchases
Sustainable Personal Cup Initiatives
Starbucks is Allowing Personal Cups to Be Used Again
Short-Form Foodie Feeds
Uber Eats is Testing Out a New Vertical Feed Like TikTok and Instagram
Safety-Focused Holiday Mocktails
Allstate introduces Holiday Mocktails to Encourage Safe Driving
Self-Driving Food Delivery Services
Uber Eats is Launching Waymo Delivery Services in Phoenix
UAE-Based Smart Taxis
UAE Residents Will Be Able to Call AI Smart Taxis Thanks to Hyundai
Ultra-Large Automotive Displays
LG Display Unveiled the 57-inch Pillar-to-Pillar LCD at CES 2024
Automotive Parking Lot Pop-Ups
Mercedes-Benz Turned Parking Lot Spaces into a Mini Showroom
Tow-Truck App Services
Lyft Launches a New Feature in the App to Schedule Maintainance
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
QSR Game Shows
'Rule the Drive-Thru' Was Filmed in an Actual Drive-Thru Lane
Vehicle-Focused App Updates
Tesla Launches a Powerful New Update for its Mobile App
Festive Film Vehicles
Turo Helps Drivers Spread Seasonal Cheer with Limited-Edition Elfmobiles
Grab-and-Go Hot Food Services
The Onvo Food on the Fly Program Prioritizes Time Savings
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
Exclusive Culinary Road Trips
Turo Partners with MICHELIN Guide for Exclusive Experience
Automobile Mile Expansions
GM Announces a Large Super Cruise Mile Expansion to US and Canada
Digital-Only Drive-Through Lanes
UXUS Designs a Smaller McDonald’s in Forth Worth, Texas
iOS-Influenced Travel Apps
Uber’s Redesigned App Uses the Latest iPhone Features on iOS 16
Virtual Restaurant Drive-Thrus
Smashburger's Virtual Drive-Thru Offers Convenience & Accessibility
Curbside Cafe Delivery Services
Target Fuses its Drive-Up Service with In-Store Starbucks Pickup
Drive-Thru Conveyor Belts
This McDonald's Drive-Thru Supports Customers on the Go
Game-Inspired Electric Vehicles
Peugeot Designs the New Inception EV With Game-Like Steering
Electric Vehicle Pizza Deliveries
Domino's is Launching 100 Custom-Branded 2023 Chevy Bolts
Sculpted Digital Conceptual Vehicles
Nissan Presents a Look at the Hyper Adventure Digital Concept
Privacy-Focused Uber Features
Uber Launches Industry-First Privacy Features
Safety-Promoting Logistics Services
Drivewyze Debuts a Complimentary Service Dubbed Drivewyze Free
Seamless Automotive Shopping Apps
Awin Group of Dealerships Launches Mobile App to Enhance CX
Software-Defined Collaborative Vehicles
Google and Renault Work Together on a New Digital Car
Free Gas Giveaways
Autotrader is Giving Free Gas for One Year to 11 Lucky Winners
AI-Powered Drive-Thru Services
Hi Auto Launches the New AI-Powered Voice-Cloning QSR Technology
Cloud-Based Vehicle Customizations
Mitsubishi Motors Unveils a Custom Car Configuration Feature
Compact Electric SUVs
Volvo Delivers the New EX90 that is Set to Launch on June 7th
Six-Seater Adventure Vehicles
The Mitsubishi D:X Concept1 is Suited for Off-Road Adventures
Autonomous Robot Taxis
Uber Partners with Motional to Become Completely Driverless by 2023
Drive-Up Grocers
Addie's Functions as a Pick-Up Only Store
Software-Defined Interior Experiences
Marelli's Showcase at CES 2024 Builds on Its Digital Cockpit
Advanced Automotive Systems
Waze Gets its Own Built-in 'Renault' Car App for the First Time
Bid-Based Ride Hailing Services
The InDrive Ride Hail Platform is Now Available in the Us
Connected Vehicular Safety Systems
Audi C-V2X Technology Aims to Improve Road Safety
Sleek Futuristic Electric Vehicles
Nissan Unveils a Look at the Max-Out EV Concept Converitible
Urban Communal Dining Events
Toronto's Weekly Communal Table Program is Hosted Under a Highway
Updated Summer-Ready Electric Vehicles
The New EVs are Launched for BMW Summer 2023 Series
Mobile Drive-Thru Lanes
Chick-fil-A is Adding Mobile Order Pickup Lanes to Over 300 Restaurants
Price-Friendly All-Electric Premium SUVs
Volvo Unveils the New EX30 as a More Affordable Luxe SUV
Vintage Hotel-Based Automobiles
Sunset Tower Now Allows Guests to Cruise in Rented Automobiles
Handsfree Highway Driving Technologies
Honda Sensing Technology Will Come Standard by 2030