These October 2016 auto concepts range from shared electric cars to autonomous construction trucks that are changing the way we transport building materials. The month's most notable standouts include self-driving car sensors like Velodyne's 'LiDAR' device that uses patented laser detector technology to identify objects and road obstacles while giving drivers peace of mind.
When looking at the month's compact vehicles, standouts include the sleek 'Amber One' concept car which aims to change the ride-sharing industry. The car is designed for co-ownership and sharing rather than for purchase and fuses function and compact design with elegant and modern aesthetics.
Other memorable October 2016 auto concepts include rugged rescue vehicles that are designed to withstand rough terrain while boasting other impressive features like a solar charging function that powers devices even in areas where a traditional source of electricity is unavailable.
Top 60 Auto Concepts in October
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Modern Mini Camping Trailers
The Airstream Basecamp is a Camper for Young Adventurers
59
Space-Saving Camper Vans
The Vantana's Interior Design Makes Prudent Use Of Vertical Room
58
Aggressively Futuristic Roadsters
This Magnificent Roadster Car Was Designed By Ken Okuyama
57
Rugged Rescue Vehicles
Nissan's Navara EnGuard Concept Packs a Portable Battery Pack
56
Bug-Shaped Electric Cars
This Three-Wheeled Electric Car is Powered By Lithium-Polymer Batteries
55
Featherweight eBike Motors
The Polini E-P3 Motor Weighs Less Than Three Kilograms
54
Minimalist Luxury Sedans
The Varsovia Concept Car Features Elegantly Understated Design
53
SUV-Rivaling Wagon Vehicles
The Volvo V90 Cross Country Vehicle is Ready for Off-Roading
52
Sleek Autonomous Concept Vehicles
The Opel H Loads Passengers from the Front Rather than the Side
51
Crowdfunded Solar Cars
Sono Motors' 'Sion' Introduces an Affordable "Solar Car for Everyone"
50
Sophisticated Family SUVs
The Peugeot 5008 Blends Sportiness, Performance and Family Functionality
49
Automotive Homeshare Marketing Promotions
Audi and Airbnb Teamed Up to Celebrate the Emmy Awards
48
Luxury Solar-Powered Yachts
The Solaris Global Cruiser Yacht Requires Nothing but Sunshine to Sail
47
Rugged All-Terrain Wagons
This Mercedes Vehicle Offers Versatile Driving In All Conditions
46
Luxury Vehicle Tire Accessories
The Solloshi Coeus Titanium Valve Caps are the Finishing Touch
45
Aerodynamic Concept Cars
The Citroen C3 WRC Concept Offers All-Wheel Drive Functionality
44
Authentic Retro Cars
The Caterham Seven Sprint Offers 1960s Aesthetics and Performance
43
Energy-Efficient SUVs
This Compact Luxury SUV Offers Plug-In Hybrid Performance
42
Autonomous Motorcycle Designs
The BMW Motorrad Concept Z Can Drive without Driver Intervention
41
Flat-Pack Trucks
The Ox All-Terrain Vehicles Feature An Easy to Assemble Design
40
Superlative Sub-Compact Cars
This Kia Rio Five-Door Car Offers Premium Interior Amenities
39
Autonomous Construction Trucks
The Komatsu Innovative Autonomous Haulage Vehicle is Efficient
38
Lightweight Turbocharged Cars
The Ferrari GTC4Lusso T Blends Sporty Performance and Practicality
37
Hybrid Optimized SUVs
This Next-Generation SUV Offers Expansive Range and Dynamic Steering
36
Rambunctious Rally Trucks
The Peugeot 3008 Truck Hopes to Achieve Dakar Rally Glory
35
Armored Luxury Vehicles
The Mercedes-Mayback S600 Pullman is Designed For Impor
34
Long-Range Bomber Aircraft
This Next-Generation Strike Bomber Can Attack Targets Worldwide
33
Automotive LEGO Kits
This Caterham 620R Kit Lets You Recreate a Supercharged Road Car
32
Fragrant Floral Taxis
L'Oreal's Promotional Pink Taxi Advertises a Viktor & Rolf Fragrance
31
Ergonomic Seating Vehicles
The 'E-legance' Personal Automobile Makes it Easy to Get In and Out
30
Dynamic Traffic Cones
These LED Pylons Are Highly Visible at Night and Entirely Eco-Friendly
29
Self-Propelling Cargo Boats
The 'Roboat' Program Will Put Autonomous Boats in Amsterdam's Canals
28
Futuristic Gasoline Engines
The New Jaguar Ingenium Engine Offers Next-Generation Power
27
Visual Communication Vehicles
'The Smiling Car' Lets Pedestrians Know When it's Safe to Cross
26
Powerhouse Fuel Cell Trucks
The Nikola Semi Offers 2,000 Horsepower From An Eco-Friendly Setup
25
Turbocharged Diesel Cars
Alfa Romeo's Latest Turbocharged Sports Car Offers Variable Transmission
24
Off-Grid Military Trucks
This Chevrolet Colorado-Based Vehicle Uses Fuel Cell Technology
23
Fuel Cell Concept Vans
The Hyundai H350 Fuel Cell Concept Van Offers Ultra-High Range
22
Surroundings-Sensing Trucks
The Bosch VisionX Sets a Precedent for Trucks of the Future
21
Turbocharged Miniature Cars
The JCW Clubman Car Offers Impressive Speed and Supreme Control
20
Gigantic Car-Charging Stations
Norway's Electric Vehicle Charging Station is the World's Biggest
19
Holographic Vehicle Displays
The Lexus UX Concept Previews the Future of Vehicle Interiors
18
3D-Printed Automotive Skins
'Effect Skins' Offer a Way to Customize the Classic Daihatsu Copen
17
Shared Electric Cars
The 'Amber One' is Designed for Sharing Rather Than Ownership
16
Luxury Electric Concept Cars
The Mercedes Generation EQ Merges EV Technology with SUV Style
15
Self-Driven Ridesharing Services
The Spiri Carpool Service Lets You Be the Driver
14
Vehicular Range-Expanding Turbines
The MiTRE Micro-Turbine System Expands Electric Vehicles' Range
13
Drag-Reducing Concept Cars
The Aero-P Car's Vacuum Suction Setup Keeps It On the Track
12
Self-Driving Car Sensors
This LiDAR Sensor Uses Laser Detectors to Identify Obstacles
11
Transformative Car-Dealing Apps
The Blinker App Helps People Easily Buy and Sell Used Vehicles
10
Delivery Drone Van Ports
The Vision Van's Roof Serves as a Launch Pad for Delivery Drones
9
LEGO Car Replicas
This Work of Art Was Created by a Group of Car Fanatics
8
Factory-Fitted Helmet Displays
This HUD System Can Be Attached to Helmets During Manufacturing
7
Autonomous Automotive Kits
The Comma One Incorporates Self-Driving Technology Into Your Car
6
Wireless Vehicular Device Chargers
The 'Put2Go' Car Dock Wirelessly Charges and Mounts Devices
5
Immersive Training Aircraft
The T-X Aircraft Will Help Prepare Next-Generation Pilots For War
4
Supplementary Electric Bikes
The Peugeot eF01 Electric Vehicle Bike is Designed for Car Owners
3
Refreshed Family SUVs
The New Nissan Rogue Makes Picking Up the Kids From School a Stylish Affair
2
Cloud-Connected Car Dashboards
The Mercedes-Benz 'In Car Office' Makes Drivers More Efficient
1
Turbocharged Track Cars
The Nissan GT-R Track Edition Offers Increased Stability and Power
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Adventure-Ready Open-Air SUVs
The Toyota Land Cruiser ROX Concept Builds on the Model's Legacy
Electric Truck Shoe Concepts
The 'CyberShoes' Footwear Project is Inspired by the Cybertruck
Ultra-Luxury Coupe Concepts
The Latest Toyota Century Concept Builds on the Saloon Car's Ethos
Affordable Electric Compact SUVs
The Rivian R2 Launch by Rivian is Set for June 2026
Speedy Electric Pickup Trucks
The Scout Terra Truck Goes from Zero to 60mph in 3.5-Seconds
Adventurous Off-Road EV Concepts
The Kia EV9 ADVNTR and PV5 WKNDR Concepts are Rugged
Auto-Inspired Luxury Fashion Collections
Volvo Cars and Sergio Hudson Join Forces on a Capsule
AI-Driven Robotics Technology
RoboSense is Breaking Ground in the Robotics Sector
Compact Fully Electric Vehicles
smart #2 is Built on the Electric Compact Architecture Platform
Cartoonish In-Car Connectivity Robots
The Conceptual 'TOOOONY' Car Robot Features 4G LTE
Pop-Up Caravan Concepts
c.fold Increases Towing Range for EVs with Lightweight Aerodynamics
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
Expanding Camper Van Concepts
The Chery Journeo Concept Camper Van Supports Comfy Living
AI Concept Vehicles
LG Debuted Its Lifestyle Solution for Mobility at CES 2025
SUV-Honoring Electric Coupes
The Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric Builds on the SUV Model's Design
Autonomous Orb Lamps
The Flying Moon & Sun by Nedeljkovska Uses Mobile Light and Circadian Color
Autonomous Delivery Electric Vehicles
ALSO and DoorDash Scale Autonomous Last-Mile Delivery
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
Women-Centric Vehicle Designs
The Buick Envision Celebrates Human-Centred Innovation
Levitating Driver Pod Concepts
Alpine’s Horizon Concept by HakHyeon Lee Uses Magnetic Levitation
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
Compact Electric Urbanite CUVs
Th eToyota C-HR+ Electric Will Arrive in Europe in Late 2025
Luxury Long-Range Electric SUVs
The Porsche Cayenne Electric Comes in Two Models
Wireless Robotic EV Charges
Lee Dong Ju Designs the EV.BUDDY to Slip Under Electric Cars
Conceptual Electric Off-Road SUVs
Freelander Concept 97 by Jaguar Land Rover and Chery Is Reborn
Autonomous Earthwork Machines
At CES 2025, John Deere Unveiled Autonomous Machines & Tech
Electric Off-Road SUV Models
The 2026 Jeep Recon SUV Has a Burly Look and Feel
Efficient Micro Mobility EVs
The Renault Twingo E-Tech Electric Prototype is Set to Launch in 2026
Exclusive Coastal EV Models
The 2026 Rivian R1S Quad Pebble Beach is One-of-a-Kind
Coupe-Inspired Crossover Vehicles
The Audi Quanta by Mario Vilar Pays Homage to the Audi TT
Bold Electric Crossover Designs
Nissan Reveals the Next-Generation Juke as a Full EV
Future-Facing EV Designs
The Jaguar Type 00 Showcases the Brand's Future
Urban Robot Traffic Safety
POLIS Concept Reimagines Urban Traffic Safety in Robot Powered Cities
Practical Cubic EV Concepts
The Dacia Hipster is Ready for Commuting with 125-Miles of Range
Sporty Next-Gen EV Models
The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 6 Has a Slimmer, Low-Slung Profile
Autonomous Heavy-Duty Trucks
SANY Group and Pony.ai Announce Mass-Production Readiness
Bookable Autonomous Shuttles
Uber and May Mobility Partner to Launch Robotaxi Fleet
Child Mobility Concepts
Toyota Unveils a Self-Driving Ev for Children That Challenges Conventions
Unconventional Vehicle Control Ads
BMW Launched its 'Heart of Joy' Campaign Featuring an Octopus
Off-Road EV Truck Concepts
The Chevrolet Silverado EV ZR2 Concept is Ready for the Mint 400
Sci-Fi-Inspired SUV Models
The Toyota RAV4 Dark Side Performance Concept is Futuristic
Long Range Electric Trucks
The Tesla Cybertruck Long Range Offers 350-Miles of Driving
Electrically Powered Self-Driving Shuttles
HOLON Taps PTC's Cloud-Based Software 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
Nostalgic Explorer SUVs
These Nissan X-Trail Concepts Include the Unwind and the Remastered
Collaborative Custom Car Designs
Audi's Model A7L is Reimagined by Feng Chen Wang
Sleek Design-Forward Vehicles
Lucid Motors Debuts Lucid Gravity Touring in Canada
Luxe Electric Family Vehicles
Cadillac's VISTIQ SUV Pairs Three-Row Comfort with EV Performance
Electric Urbanite SUVs
The Toyota Urban Cruiser is Built on the Brand's Dedicated BEV Platform
Trail-Targeted SUV Models
The Lucid Gravity X Concept is Ready for Emissions-Free Adventures
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
Innovative EV Auto Brands
ChangAn Automobile Debuts the CHANG-AN, the DEEPAL, and the AVATR
Six-Wheel Luxury Concepts
Lexus LS Concept Redefines Flagship Space Through a Six-Wheel Platform
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
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
Bold Modular Electric Vehicles
The Slate EV is Tailored to Lifestyles with Distinct Body Shapes
Opposites-Inspired Branded Exhibitions
Kia Debuts Resonance of Opposites During Milan Design Week
Friendly Efficient Delivery Robots
The Conceptual 'PAT' Autonomous Delivery Robot is Reliable
Eco-Friendly All-Terrain SUVs
The Toyota bZ Woodland Delivers 260-Miles of Electric Range
Compact Off-Road EV Concepts
The Fiat Grande Panda 4x4 Concept Revives an 80s Classic
Ambient Charging Station Concepts
The Nova Powers Seven Devices and Glows Like a Lamp
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
Off-Road Electric SUV Concepts
Audi Introduces the New Rugged Q6 e-tron Offroad Concept
Smart Electric Fastback Sedans
XPeng Inc. is Set to Unveil Its New Auto on November 7, 2024
Luxury Utility Concepts
This Unimog is a Reimagined Mercedes-Benz with Elevated Design
Autonomous Mobility Robots
MobED is a Production-Ready Robot Built for Real-World Tasks
Long-Range PHEV SUVs
The OMODA 7 Offers Up to 745-Miles of Driving Range
Compact Electric SUVs
The Volvo EX90 Brings Refined Premium EV Design to the Luxury SUV Segment
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
Body-On-Frame Off-Roaders
Hyundai Unveiled the Boulder Concept at the NY Auto Show
Drone-Equipped Electric SUVs
BYD and DJI Partnered to Put Drone Tech on Vehicles
Conceptual Electric Sportscars
Nissan Introduces the R32ev Concept Model at Tokyo Auto Salon
Collaborative Vehicle Concepts
Kia Corporation and LG Electronics Debut Mobility Solutions
Hyper-Rugged Tech-Packed SUVs
The 2026 Land Rover Defender Builds on the Model's Heritage
80s-Inspired Experimental Electric Vehicles
Škoda Presents the Favorit EV Reviving the 80s
Concept Racing Hypercars
Alfa Romeo Debuts Vita Nova Concept as a Bold Statement of Its Racing DNA
Stealth Racer Designs
Lamborghini F1 Concept Fuses Carbon Realism with Racing Aesthetics
AI-Powered Driving Apps
Driver Technologies Expands to the Android Automotive Operating System
Lunar Exploration Vehicles
Volvo Cosmic Surfer Concept Introduces Gravity-Adaptive Wheel System
Smart Mobility Vehicles
The Strutt ev¹ Features Tech Pioneered for Autonomous Cars
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
Autonomous Electric Microbuses
MOIA And Uber Began Testing Its ID. Buzz Microbuses In Los Angeles
Luxury Electric Van Concepts
Mercedes Vision V offers a first-class travel experience on wheels
Sporty All-Electric Crossovers
The Subaru 2026 Uncharted is Built on the Toyota CH-R Platform
Safety-Focused Automotive Technologies
Geely Auto Debuts Innovations at Auto Shanghai 2025
AI-Inspired Pickup Trucks
Caterpillar Cat Truck Concept Turns Viral Fan Art into a One-Off Vehicle
Angular Otherworldly Off-Road SUVs
The Hyundai Crater Concept is Compact and Futuristic
Gaming-Inspired Vehicle Concepts
Hyundai Draws Inspiration from Its Electric Subcompact SUV
Retro Electric Concepts
The Stellar Reboot Imagines Hyundai’s 1980s Sedan for a Digital Future
Affordable Barebones Electric Pickups
The Slate Pickup is Compact, Boxy and Cost-Effective
Exploratory Off-Road Vehicle Concepts
Genesis Has Revealed the Rugged X Skorpio Concept
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
Micro Camper Concept Vans
Toyota Kayoibako-K Envisions Self-Driving Mobile Storefront & Adventure
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
Comprehensive Automotive Technology Suites
ECARX Will Outfit the Geely Galaxy Xingyao 8 PHEV Sedan
Autonomous Trucking Operations
Aurora Innovation Launches the First Commercial Driverless Trucking
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
Pre-Production Vehicle Milestones
Faraday Future & Faraday X Mark a Milestone for the FX Super One
Vehicle Performance Data Integrations
Autocar Integrates Geotab's Telematics Devices into Fleet
Compact Electric Suvs
Volkswagen ID.cross Affordable Electric Suv Set to Arrive in 2026
Customized Vehicle Builds
Mopar Debuts The Dude RAM Concept & the Moparized Dodge Charger SIXPACK
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
Industry-Leading Auto Innovations
SERES Debuts Next-Generation Auto Technologies at an Exhibit
Cabless Freight Vehicles
Humble Introduces Autonomous Electric Haulers Without Driver Cabs
Futuristic Grand Tourers
Kia Vision Meta Turismo Concept Previews a Bold Direction for Mobility
Revived Brutalist Coupes
ŠKoda 1000 Mbx Concept Reinterprets 1960s Design Through Angular Form
Sustainable Transportation System Concepts
Xiqiao Wang Designed the Eco-Friendly TREO Concept
Transforming Camp Vehicles
Citroën ELO Concept Car Alters into a Mobile Camp with Inflatable Beds
Safety-Focused Vehicle Frameworks
LEPAS' Auto Development Goes Beyond Conventional Crash Testing
Affordable Off-Road Vehicles
Can-Am Debuts New Models of the Defender and the Outlander Electric
Auto-Focused Research Platforms
Ammaar's Toyota Vacaville Debuts 2026 Toyota Hybrid Command Center
Urban-Focused Vehicle Lines
SOUEAST Showcases Its Broader Travel+ Ecosystem Strategy
Upgraded Armored Defender Cars
The INKAS OCTA Edition One Strengthens Land Rover’s classic SUV