From collision-avoiding hatchbacks to app-connected luxury cars, the September 2016 auto trends reveal an intense focus on improving the driver experience.
While car manufacturers are always looking to make cars safer to drive, new technology is allowing them to make vehicles even safer than ever before. For instance, 2017 Honda Civic Hatchback comes with collision avoidance technology to help prevent accidents on the road. Similarly, the new Mercedes Metris Worker is equipped with lane assist, blind spot warning and reversing cameras so that drivers can more easily maneuver the van.
On the other hand, the September 2016 auto trends reveal that technology is also improving the driver experience in other ways. Whether it is making it more convenient to unlock a vehicle or incorporating new entertainment features, high-tech upgrades such as app connectivity and 360-degree cameras are quickly changing the in-car experience.
Top 70 Auto Ideas in September
From Collision-Avoiding Hatchbacks to Connected Luxury Cars:
Katherine Pendrill — Sep 25, 2016 — Autos
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Fan-Powered Hover Vehicles
'The Beast' Concept Floats Above the Ground to Achieve Higher Speeds
68
Custom Carbon Fiber Autos
Rolls-Royce is Putting Transatlantic Pure Carbon Fiber On All Models
67
A Day in Sydney with Luke Choice
Digital Artist Luke Choice Gets Creative in the Infiniti Q30
66
Dynamic Luxury SUVs
The SVAutobiography Dynamic Blends Opulence and Supercharged Performance
65
Luxury Class Coupes
The Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 is Sleek in Design and Electric-Powered
64
Imperious Luxury Cars
This Classy Luxury Car Offers Supreme Performance and Opulence
63
Bluetooth Car Chargers
This Smart Car Charger Can Help You Locate Your Car
62
Sartorially Styled Sedans
This Luxury Sedan's Interior Makes Liberal Use Of Suit-Inspired Fabrics
61
Revived Marquee Cars
The Bullet Car Celebrates the Bristol Brand's Future
60
Hydrogen-Powered Supercars
This New Supercar Offers Phenomenal Performance Without Any Emissions
59
Transparent Dashboard Displays
'Hudly' is an Aftermarket Device That Adds Tech to Any Vehicle
58
Militant Hunting Autos
The Porsche 597 Jagdwagen Offers a Hybrid Shape Built For Trail Tracking
57
Assistive Cargo Vans
Mercedes' New Cargo Van Makes For a Safe and Comfortable Driving Experience
56
Artist-Engaged Automobiles
Piston Head II Explores the Connections Between Iconic Autos and Art
55
Experiential Luxury Car Showrooms
Dubai's Newest Bentley Showroom Embodies Opulence
54
Carbon Fiber Race Cars
This BMW Race Car Offers Lightweight Racing in a Speedy Package
53
Graphene-Infused Cars
This Incredible BAC Car Features Graphene Body Panels
52
Robust Titanium SUVs
This Special Edition SUV Features Distinct Titanium Styling
51
Resuscitated Rocker Cars
This Restored BMW 507 Was Once Elvis Presley's Car
50
Dynamic Three-Wheel Cruisers
The Can-Am Spyder Offers Exciting Speed and Reliable Safety Features
49
Solar-Paneled Sports Cars
The Karma Revero Has a Solar-Paneled Roof For Extra Electric Power
48
Modernized 70s Muscle Cars
The 'Challenger T/A' and 'Charger Daytona' are New Classic Muscle Cars
47
Ocean-Inspired Luxury Cars
This Special-Edition Rolls Royce is Inspired by an Italian Island
46
Upgraded Sports Cars
The New BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo Features an Automatic Spoiler
45
Lightweight Classic Cars
This Lightweight Sports Can Seamlessly Fuses Speed and Safety
44
Futuristic Hybrid Crossovers
The New Subaru XV Hybrid tS Offers Performance and Inspiration
43
Communicating Connected Cars
Lear Designs a Unit That Lets Road Vehicles Interact With Each Other
42
Refreshed Crossover SUVs
The New Nissan Pathfinder Features Redesigned Exterior Elements
41
Collision-Avoiding Hatchbacks
This Nissan Hatchback Car Offers Proactive Safety Features
40
Levitating Quantum Race Cars
The QMR Offers a Futuristic Vehicle That Hovers Around the Race Track
39
Electric Assist Vans
This Comfortable Van Offers a Blend Of Luxury and Performance
38
Lightweight British Supercars
McLaren's New Supercar is High On Horsepower and Low On Weight
37
Automotive VR Apps
The FordVR App Helps Users Learn About Ford's Race Car Engineering Efforts
36
Venomous Three-Wheeler Cars
The Valene Black Mamba Offers High-Powered Performance On Three Wheels
35
Oceanic Luxury Car Designs
'Garage Italia Customs' Designed a Wave-Inspired Alfa Romeo 4C
34
Stair-Scaling Hand Trucks
The Glyde Hand Truck Was Developed by MIT Engineers
33
Refreshed Electric Cars
This Exciting Electric Car Offers Boosted Range and Acceleration
32
Electric Transport Trucks
Mercedes-Benz's 'Urban eTruck' is the World's First Electric Freighter
31
Centenary Italian Roadsters
The Lamborghini Centenario Celebrates Lamborghini's Founder
30
VR Car Dealerships
Vroom's Virtual Showroom Contains Hundreds of Makes and Thousands of Models
29
Transparent-Top Supercars
This McLaren Supercar's Transparent Roof Can Change Its Degree Of Tint
28
Wedge-Shaped Electric Cars
This Nissan Three-Seater Features a Unique Exposed Cockpit Design
27
Hollow-Wheeled Supercars
This Turbocharged Car is Fitted With Hollow Carbon Wheels
26
Trailblazing Tire Designs
These Award-Winning Concept Tires Promise Next-Level Performance
25
Connected Luxury Cars
The New BMW Connected Feature Will Connect Cars to Amazon Echo's Alexa
24
Variable Compression Engines
This Petrol Engine Automatically Adjusts Its Compression As You Drive
23
Virtual Luxury Engine Sounds
Master & Dynamic and Aston Martin are Teaming up for the DB11
22
Compact Dashboard Cameras
The DashCam Combines a Small Form Factor With Ample Storage Space
21
Groundbreaking Czech SUVs
This Skoda SUV Prioritizes Space For Both Passengers and Cargo
20
Exclusive Flip-Top Cars
This Limited Edition Car Features Sporting Design and Performance
19
Exposed Carbon Fiber Cars
The Open-Topped Vanquish Zagato Volante Moves At Stunning Speeds
18
Safety-Focused Racing Cars
This Amateur Racing Car is Designed For Casual Track Experiences
17
Golden Jubilee Vehicles
This Special Edition BMW Celebrates 50 Years Of Turbocharged Performance
16
Automated Auto Mechanic Apps
The Engie App Monitors Cars' Health and Recommends Auto-Repairs
15
Glued-Body SUVs
This New GMC SUV Features Adhesive Glue Along Its Seams
14
Lightweight Carbon Fiber Cars
This Car Features Lightweight Carbon Fiber and Strong Titanium
13
Drag Racing Electric Vans
The Atieva Edna is a Van That's Faster than Most Electric Sports Cars
12
Optimal Traffic Light Detectors
Audi's Traffic Light Information System Helps You Hit Green Lights
11
Augmented High-Performance Cars
The Upgraded Ford Focus RS Features Improved Horsepower and Torque
10
Car Color Collaborations
Two Special-Edition Bentleys Will Come in Pantone's Colors of the Year
9
Semi-Autonomous SUVs
The New Range Rover SUV Offers Blind Spot Assist and Lane-Monitoring
8
Durable Fuel Cell Cars
Nissan's Prototype Vehicle Converts Ethanol-Blended Water Into Electricity
7
Century-Celebrating Cars
This New Electric Vehicle Celebrates 100 Years Of British Auto Design
6
Gilded Electric Cars
Nissan is Gifting Gold Leaf EVs to Olympic Gold Medalists
5
Heavy-Duty Pickup Trucks
The New Nissan Titan Offers Powerfully Robust Driving Enjoyment
4
Eco-Friendly Suspension Systems
This Audi System Harnesses Electricity For a Comfortable Ride
3
Connected Car Mechanics
The Hum By Verizon Offers Digital and Data-Tracking Auto Servicing
2
Self-Driven Taxi Promotions
This Uber Promotion Lets People Enjoy Free Rides In Self-Driven Cars
1
Traffic-Updating Buses
Transport for London Now Has Buses with Real-Time Traffic Updates
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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
Four-Channel Dash Cams
Vantrue Releases Its New Channel Dash Cam with a Rear Cabin Camera
Autonomous Three-Wheeled Task Vehicles
The 'ECHO' Self-Driving Concept Trike Has Hubless Wheels
360-Degree Dash Cams
The 70mai Dash Cam Omni Captures Footage from All Angles
Ultra-Modern Bi-Tone CUVs
The Toyota C-HR prologue Will Launch in 2024
Off-Grid Exploration Vans
The Conceptual GAC Van Life Autonomous Vehicle is Eco-Friendly
Rideshare Safety Cameras
Bosch Unveiled the 'RideCare' Multipurpose Security Camera
Digital Nomad Concept Cars
This Multipurpose Car Was Envisioned By Students From Skoda
Autonomous Vehicle Coffee Makers
The 'DOTS' Vehicle Coffee Machine by Junseo Oh is Compact
Streamlined Digital EV Concepts
The INFINITI Vision Qe Concept Has a Sleek, Futuristic Form
Efficient Entry-Level SUVs
The 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Offers 196-Horsepower
App-Connected Campervans
This New Campervan Blends Vintage Aesthetics With Modern Tech
Elevating Passenger Level Vehicles
The Conceptual Audi Cascade by Chris Min Has a Comfy Interior
Semi-Transparent Concept Cars
This Renault Twingo Concept Features an Inside-Out Design
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
Hotel Room Vehicle Designs
The Mercedes x Belmond Vision Pullman Express is a Hotel on Wheels
Superhero-Inspired Automobiles
Midjourney Boasts a Slew of AI-Generated Car Designs
High-Definition Dashboard Cameras
Amazon Announced the 'Ring Car Cam' at CES 2023
Technical Education Car Toys
The Conceptual 'GoCar' Helps Kids Learn to Code Autonomous Vehicles
Sleek Electric Concept Vehicles
The Hyundai Concept Luxe Sedan Has Extra Seating in the Boot
Collaboration Fashion Designer Vehicles
The Toyota Aygo X UNDERCOVER is Limited to 5,000 Examples
Accessibility-Promoting Electric Quadricycles
This Vehicle Caters to Drivers With Disabilities
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
Immersive AR Automotive HUDs
The HARMAN Ready Vision Augmented Reality HUD was Debuted at CES 2023
Groundbreaking Electric Vehicle Line-Ups
Honda Debuts Two Concepts Models in the Honda 0 Series
70s-Style Race Cars
The Hyundai N Vision 74 is Expected to Jump from Concept to Real Life
Traditional Vehicle Hydrogen Concepts
Toyota Presents the New Corolla Cross Hydrogen Concept
Fully Autonomous Crossover SUVs
The Conceptual 'DKM 2.0' by Vladislav Semenov is Futuristic
Posh Practical Hybrid SUVs
The Honda ZR-V SUV Has a Two-Motor Hybrid System
Autonomous Showroom Concepts
JIDU's Dealership Experience Lets Buyers Watch Their Car Pilot Itself
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
All-Electric SUV Concepts
The Toyota LAND CRUISER Se Concept is at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show
Dynamic Electric Vehicle Series
The Saloon and Space-Hub Join Honda's Sustainable 0 Series
Next-Gen Boxy Vehicle Designs
Meelis Lillemets's Cargobox Takes Urban Vehicles to the Next Level
Panoramic Automotive Cockpits
This Cockpit Offers Stunning Customization & Display Capabilities
Scenic Audio Apps
The Honda Scenic Audio App is Informed by the Perkins School for the Blind
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
Refined Legacy Sedans
The 2025 Cadillac CT5 Has 5G Connectivity, AKG Audio and More
LTE-Enabled Dash Cams
The Garmin Dash Cam Live Lets Drivers Drop in on Their Vehicle When Away
AI-Powered Dash Cams
Nextbase Launches the New AI-Based Smart Dash Cam as Driver Guardian
Tech-Centric Automotive Retailers
Mercedes-Benz Kelowna Unveils a Futuristic Showroom Concept
Panda-Inspired Retro Car Conepts
Fiat's New City Car Concept is Dubbed the Mega-Panda
Lighting-Wrapped Concept Coupes
The 'Genesis GV80' Features An Unapologetically Sporty Aesthetic
Racer-Inspired City Car Concepts
The Nissan Concept 20-23 is Imagined as the Perfect City Car
Expansive Infotainment Display Sedans
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Keeps Passengers Connected
Gen Z-Targeted Car Concepts
These Toyota bZ Concept Cars Were Debuted at Auto Shanghai
Sculpted Zero-Emissions Crossovers
The Toyota Sport Crossover Concept Will Arrive in 2025
Tech Brand Vehicle Features
Sony and Honda's Collaborative 'Afeela' Car Boasts Entertainment Tech
Consolidated Automotive Apps
The 'Fisker' App Caters to Every Aspect Of the Customer Experience
Safety-Enhancing Ride Share Devices
Bosch Ridecare Was Made with Ride Share Drivers in Mind
All-Electric Luxury Cars
Lamborghini Unveils the Lanzador Concept, Its Inaugural All-Electric Auto
Solar-Powered Autonomous Vehicles
The 'Ada' Autonomous Vehicle Concept is Passively Charged
Yellow Camouflage Electric Cars
Mini Set to Release the Eco-Friendly 2025 Mini Countryman SUV
Color-Changing Concept Cars
The BMW i Vision Dee Offers a Glimpse of the Future at CES 2023
Tech-Rich Compact Cars
The 2024 Toyota Corolla Comes in Three Models
Electric Luxe Concept Vehicles
Porsche Unveils a Look at the New Mission X Concept Hypercar
Game-Exclusive Concept Cars
Ferrari's Vision Hybrid Race Vehicle Drops of Gran Turismo 7
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
Emoting-Grille Car Concepts
BMW's I Vision Dee Concept Creates a Digitalized Driving Experience
Electric Hybrid Vibrant Vehicles
GM Unveils the 2024 Corvette E-Ray Hybrid Through the Tools
Artistic Auto Showcases
The 20th BMW Art Car Was Unveiled at the Guggenheim Museum
Rideshare Safety Features
Gridwise Partners with Bosch to Launch the RideCare Companion
AI-Powered Car Monitors
SPARQ Diagnostics Keeps Drivers Connected to Their Vehicle
Fuel-Efficient Low Driving Cars
Toyota Presents the New 2023 Prius with a Low Gravity Center
Smartphone-Brand Electric Sedans
Xiaomi is Shaking Up the Electric Auto Industry With the 'SU7' EV
All-Electric Sleek Fastback Sedans
Volkswagen Presents the ID.7, an Electric Update
All-Metal Sports Cars
The Porsche 928 E Concept by Youngjai Jun Has a Retro-Future Design
Self-Driving Vehicle Cockpit Designs
The Samsung Display Digital Cockpit Has a Dual-Display Setup
Athletically Sleek SUV Models
The 2025 Mazda CX-70 Comes in Several Power Options
Everyday Off-Road Performance SUVs
The 2024 Jeep Compass Has an Optional Semi-Autonomous System
AI-Enabled Car Assistants
SoundHound AI Voice-Enables Car Manual Access with a New Update
Retro-Futuristic Headlight Automobiles
BMW Vision's Neue Klasse Gears Towards an Electric Angle
Car Color-Changing Technology
BMW Conceptualizes Car Color-Changing Technology
AR Vehicle Displays
The Kia EV6 Features a Smart Augmented Reality Winshield for Navigation
Sleek Sustainable EV Concepts
The Opel Experimental EV Concept Has Augmented Projection Technology
Adaptive Interior EV Models
The Renault Scenic E-Tech Electric Has a Solarbay Panoramic Roof
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
Human-Like Automotive Assistants
The Mercedes MBUX Virtual Assistant Has Four Emotional Profiles
Smart Drive Systems
Panasonic Automotive Updated its SkipGen Drive System with Assistants
AR Driving Games
Dodge Created an Augmented Reality Driving Game Targeting Younger Drivers
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'
Collaboration Prototype Electric Vehicles
The Sony x Honda Afeela EV Was Unveiled at CES 2023
Self Driving-Certified Cars
Mercedes-Benz Announced the First Level 3 Self-Driving Car in USA
Automated Lane-Changing Car Features
GM Super Cruise Now Supports Handsfree Land Changes
Vehicle Infotainment Upgrade Systems
The PCCM Plus Adds in Smartphone Connectivity and More
Car-Identifying Apps
Scout Helps Enthusiasts Identify a Vehicle
Construction Autonomous Work Vehicles
Honda Unveils the 3rd Generation Autonomous Robot
Sleek Google-Enabled EVs
Honda Confirms the Acura ZDX Will Be First EV with Google Functionality
Upcycled Automotive Couture Collections
This Collection is Made With Discarded Auto Components
Autonomous Driving Headlights
Mercedes-Benz Automated Driving Marker Lights Have a Turquoise Color
Smart Parking Systems
Continental’s Radar Vision Parking Supports Software-Defined Vehicles
Lifestyle Concept Vehicles
Audi Unveiled the 'Activesphere' Concept in a Short Teaser
AI Chatbot-Connected Vehicles
Volkswagen Will Be Integrating ChatGPT in Its New Vehicles
Vehicle-Connected Mobile Networks
Porsche and Vodafone Launched a 5G Hybrid Mobile Private Network
Sculpted Two-Door Coupes
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupe Has a Two-Door Form
Progressive Sleeper Transit Designs
2050 Lab Designs a New Sleeper Car for Comfort On-The-Go
Elongated Electric Crossover Vehicles
The 2024 Acura ZDX EV Revives the Brand's Crossover Model
Innovative Smart Cockpit Designs
AUO is Set to Debut the The Smart Cockpit 2024 at CES
Weekend Warrior Compact SUVs
The Citroen C3 Aircross Easily Handles Commutes and Day Trips
Automotive Parking Lot Pop-Ups
Mercedes-Benz Turned Parking Lot Spaces into a Mini Showroom
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
Next-Gen Safety SUV Models
The Renault Symbioz Hybrid SUV is Modern and Fuel-Efficient
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
Evolved European Market SUVs
The 2023 Honda CR-V Comes in Several Power Options
Advanced Automobile Driver Assists
Ford's BlueCruise Feature Rolls Out as a Subscription Service
AI-Assisted Car Shopping Apps
The CoPilot App Eliminates Barriers in Digital Car Shopping
Driverless Airport Parking Services
Mercedes-Benz and Bosch Launch a New Service in Stuttgart
Game-Inspired Electric Vehicles
Peugeot Designs the New Inception EV With Game-Like Steering
Stylish Concept Electric Cars
The Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA Class has a Sleek Visual
Wagon-Style Off-Road Vehicles
The Mercedes-Benz All-Terrain E-Class is Ready to Explore
Sculpted Digital Conceptual Vehicles
Nissan Presents a Look at the Hyper Adventure Digital Concept
Blind Spot Alert Systems
Kreitech Launched the 'BSA' Self-Installed System on IndieGogo
Crabwalk Electric Car Updates
Hyundai Adds a New e-Corner Technology to the Ioniq EV
Game Controller Steering Wheels
Sony and Honda Unveil a Unique Touch to the Afeela Sedan
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
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
Four-Passenger Stealthy SUVs
Genesis' GV80 Coupe Concept is Inspired by its Archives
Advanced Automotive Systems
Waze Gets its Own Built-in 'Renault' Car App for the First Time
Accessible Ride App Safety-Tools
Uber is Altering its App for The Safety Tools in One Place
Sleek Futuristic Electric Vehicles
Nissan Unveils a Look at the Max-Out EV Concept Converitible
Energy-Efficient Hybrid Vehicles
These Peugeot Hybrid Vehicles Reduce Fuel Use by 15%
Streamlined Vehicle Rental Apps
The 'Nexus Connect' App Uses Text Recognition & Cloud Connectivity
Collaborative Music Features
Apple Debuts SharePlay to Allow Passengers to Control the Car Music
Safe-Focused Electric SUVs
Volvo's EX90 EV SUV is Described to be the Safest Car Yet by the Brand
Handsfree Highway Driving Technologies
Honda Sensing Technology Will Come Standard by 2030