The top September 2017 commuting ideas explore a number of new gadgets that promise to improve the lives of commuters, as well as large-scale systems and collaborations that are making it easier for people to get from point A to point B.
Companies like Lyft and Amtrak, which both share space within the transportation industry, are now collaborating to offer complete transportation solutions. This partnership makes it possible for riders on Amtrak trains to be conveniently picked up from the station and driven home in a Lyft. These kinds of collaborations speak to the seamless way many consumers hope for their daily travels journeys to unfold.
Some of the most forward-thinking commuting concepts include hourglass-shaped trains, bike-sharing loyalty programs and urban vehicles that help consumers get around with a combination of pedal and solar power.
Top 25 Commuting Ideas in September
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Multipurpose Motorcyclist Packs
The Angry Lane Rider Daypack Backpack Has Pacsafe Technology
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Modified Retro Scooters
Shanghai Customs Modified the Honda Cub into a Stylish Scooter
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Adaptable Three-Way Bikes
The Sustainable 3-in-1 'LittleBig' Bike Adapts with Growing Children
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Luxurious E-Bike Lines
Riese & Müller Has Released Its 2018 Line of E-Bikes
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Innovative Hourglass Trains
A Double-Decker Train Repositions the Tracks at the Core of the Cars
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Shareable Sports Cars
The Toyota Public Sports Concept is an EV Designed to Be Ownerless
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Compact Electric Skateboards
The I-Ride Electric Skateboard Weighs Just 15 Pounds
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Pedal-Powered Commuter Vehicles
Mö is a Solar-Powered Vehicle That Can Be Pedaled Like a Bike
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Impossibly Compact Electric Bikes
The 'Jupiter Bike' Has an Extremely Small Form Factor
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Advanced Cyclist Light Belts
The 'BlinkLight' Bike LED Indicator Displays Turn Signals and More
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Entry-Level Supercar Successors
The Ferrari Portofino is the Replacement for the California T
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Kid-Carrying Electric Bikes
The Tern GSD Utility eBike Can Carry Ample Cargo with You
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Device-Charging Beach Totes
The 'DEZZIO' Functional Beach Bags Boast 10 Helpful Features
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Lightweight Sustainable Automobiles
Dutch Students Built and Designed This Biodegradable Car
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Impregnable Bike Lock Systems
The Nutfix Protects Your Bike's Wheels and Seat From Prying Eyes
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Phone-Charging Handbag Lights
This Portable Handbag Light Can Also Charge Your Phone
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Sporty Eco Car Makeovers
The 2018 Bmw i3S is Designed to Be Fun to Drive
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Expansive Bike Storage Spaces
Utrecht Created a Bicycle Parking Garage That Can Hold 6,500 Bikes
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Solar Panel-Sheathed Trains
This Eco-Friendly Train Was Introduced By Indian Railways
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Multi-Functional Fashion Totes
The 'Ocht' Can Fold from a Petite Handbag to a Hiking Pack
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Folding Electric Bikes
Brompton Electric's Collapsible Electric Bike is Portable and Sturdy
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Rideshare Transportation Partnerships
Lyft and Amtrak Partnered to Offer Riders In-App Pickups
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Solar Eclipse Train Tours
Amtrak Will Take Passengers to Illinois for a Solar Eclipse Viewing
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Bike-Share Rewards Programs
Spin Local Offers Seattle Riders Discounts at Local Businesses
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Peppermint Cooling Wipes
These Wipes by Zero K are Infused with a Refreshing Mint Scent
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Business Traveler Suitcase Concepts
The Capsule Luggage Solves a Number of Suitcase Pain Points
Modular Commuter eBike Platforms
ALSO. Introduced the 'TM-B Launch Edition'
Everyday Eco eMTB Designs
ebike-mtb Introduces Thömus Lightrider E_MAX
Small-Wheeled Shared E-Bikes
Limebike Redesign Improves Durability and Urban Usability
Terrain-Combating Electric Bikes
Segway Introduces the Xyber with Intelligent Systems
Retail-Integrated EV Charging Hubs
Circle K Combines Fast Charging With Food and Convenience Stops
Advanced Members-Only Offers
Uber Announced its 'Uber One Member Days'
Removable Headlight eBikes
This Electric Bike Concept Design by KyungJin Ju is Intuitive
Enclosed Urban Delivery Trikes
Voyager P2 Electric Trike Uses a Narrow Footprint and Cabin
AI Concept Vehicles
LG Debuted Its Lifestyle Solution for Mobility at CES 2025
Last-Minute Meal Pop-Ups
HelloFresh's No-Need-To-Go-To-The-Store Store Saves Commuters Time
Autonomous Delivery Electric Vehicles
ALSO and DoorDash Scale Autonomous Last-Mile Delivery
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Unique AI Design Concepts
Movr Envisions a Rideable Ai-Powered Personal Assistant.
Tilting Cargo-Friendly eTrikes
The Cube Bike Trike Flatbed Hybrid 750 Has a 15.5mph Top Speed
Agile Four-Wheeled eBikes
The Acticycle Bike Car Hybrid is Designed to Be Shared
Cargo-Friendly Electric Quad Bikes
The ZETmobil Lastenrad Modelle Offers Emissions-Free Transport
Electric Air Taxi Services
Uber Announced Integrations with the Joby Air Taxi Service in Dubai
Modular Quadricycle Platforms
The AZR Quad Go Offers a Flexible Electric Alternative
Car Transfer Apps
The Daytrip App Provides Customizable Car Transfers
Bookable Autonomous Shuttles
Uber and May Mobility Partner to Launch Robotaxi Fleet
Self-Steering eBike Trailers
The CONVOY C.01 Converts Any Bike into an Electric Bike
Compact Electric Mobility Lines
isinwheel is Running a Spring Promotion in Europe
Groundbreaking Public Transit Models
Argo Debuts a Vertically Integrated Smart Transit System
Electrically Powered Self-Driving Shuttles
HOLON Taps PTC's Cloud-Based Software Platform
Futuristic Train Cafes
The Future Train Kyoto Diner & Cafe is Housed Inside a Thunderbird Train
Color-In Commuter Tunnels
MasterPeace Pain-ting Creates Space for Community Art in Bangkok
High-Performance Vehicle Concepts
Mazda Debuts the VISION X-COUPE & the VISION X-COMPACT Concepts
Compact Urban Delivery Vehicles
The Fiat TRIS EV Has a Three-Wheeled Build for Deliveries
Streamlined Airport Metro Hubs
The Metro Transit Center Station Links LAX to Rail and Buses
Intuitive Gyroscopic Sensor Unicycles
The INMOTION V9 Features UL Certification
Traveling Fashion Showcases
The Guess Bus in Sydney is an Example of Experimental Marketing
STEAM-Inspired Construction Toy Systems
Meekins Corp. Introduces Rail Cube to the US Market
Production-Ready Robotic Taxis
Volkswagen Presents its ID. Buzz AD Robotic Taxi Vehicle
Flexible Monthly Car Shares
Turo Offers a Low-Commitment Alternative to Traditional Car Ownership
Luxury Mobility Platforms
Karma Automotive Launches On-Demand Luxury Driving Experience
Electric Freight Networks
Amazon Expands Zero-Emission Logistics with Einride EV Trucks
Single-Seater Electric Vehicles
The Conceptual YKSI Electric Vehicle is Ultra-Efficient
Rideshare Airport Shuttle Services
These New Uber Shuttle Routes Connect Travelers from JFK to NYC
Future Urban Mobility Cars
Volkswagen Numa Concept Imagines Cars as Part of Shared City Life
AI-Powered Mobility Platforms
The City of Sun Prairie Implements NoTraffic's AI-Powered Solution
Collaborative E-Bike Designs
Dott and Segway Introduce a New Bicycle — Urban B200
Long-Term Premium Travel Partnerships
Via Carota Craft Cocktails & Blade Enhance Experiences
Beauty Shopper Transports
Sephora & Lyft Media's Delivered to Beauty Sent Shoppers to Stores
Shapeshifting Delivery Systems
The 'POTRIK' Modular Mobility System Optimizes Urban Delivery
AI-Accelerated Delivery Systems
Uber Integrates Amazon Web Services AI Compute Platform
Luxury Chauffeur Apps
Wheely’s NYC Launch Introduces Concierge-Level Chauffeur Services
Local Delivery Robots
DoorDash Dot Was Specifically Designed for Neighborhood Trips
Transparent Sphere Vehicles
Toyota Transparent Sphere Vehicle Reimagines Mobilty as Playful Design
Electric Truck Charging Maps
Helios Route Helps Electric Truck Drivers Locate Charging Stations
Innovative Maritime Transportation Systems
SeaTrain Technology Presents a Groundbreaking Approach
Subway Station Fashion Takeovers
Reitmans Hosts its Spring 2026 Lower Bay Station Preview
Super App Travel Features
Uber Added Hotel Bookings & Travel Tools at Its Go-Get Product Event
Immersive Auto-Focused Artistic Experiences
Lexus Explores the Relation Between Humans & Mobility
Collaborative Vehicle Concepts
Kia Corporation and LG Electronics Debut Mobility Solutions
Autonomous Indoor Shuttles
linq is a CES 2026 Innovation Awards Honoree in Two Categories
Esports Rideshare Partnerships
League of Legends LTA Teams Up with Uber On a Multi-Year Deal
Teen-Safety Rideshare Accounts
Lyft Teen Accounts With Built-In Safety Tools
Science-Backed Adventure Collaborations
Toyota, AllGear Digital & Immersion Neuroscience Partner
Autonomous Electric Microbuses
MOIA And Uber Began Testing Its ID. Buzz Microbuses In Los Angeles
Perks-Filled Activations
The Really Good Mood Machine by Uber Shares Feel-Good Surprises
Carbon Fiber Subway Trains
The Cetrovo 1.0 Carbon Star Rapid Rail is 11% Lighter Than Alternatives
Cheeky Sandwich Seat Campaigns
Subway Takes Away the Dread of the Middle Seat with Free Sandwiches
Artisan Coffee Commuter Cafes
The First Grind Cafe Will Open in London This Month
Assistive Mobility Technology Initiatives
Toyota Partners with the MaRS Discovery District
Rail Network Accessibility Tools
Transreport & Hankyu Railway Implement Passenger Assistance Web
Luxury Electric Van Concepts
Mercedes Vision V offers a first-class travel experience on wheels
Solar-Powered Sleek Bikes
The SOLARIS Solar Powered Motorcycle Generates All Its Own Energy
Car Seat-Inserted Chairs
Toyota Seat Chair Concept Converts Vehicle Seating into a Desk Setup
Cross-Region Ticketing Apps
Moovit Now Allows Users to Purchase Tickets Directly In-App
Seasonally Themed Magnetic Toys
MAGNA-TILES Introduces New Thematic Toys at Toy Fair 2026
Alpine Basecamp Trains
The All Conditions Express Relaunches Nike's All Conditions Gear
AI-Powered Travel Booking
12Go Enables Real-Time Transport Search and Booking via ChatGPT
Student-Focused Wheelchair-Accessible Vehicle Rides
HopSkipDrive Expands Its Service in 10 Areas
Real-Time Trending Spot Features
Roadtrippers Introduces the Trending Spots Feature to Its App
Travel Planning Tools
CoTrips Uses AI To Generate Personalized Travel Itineraries Quickly
Beer-Branded Complimentary Public Transportations
Miller Lite Offers Free Rides for St. Patty's
Scenic Train Experiences
The Skunk Train Debuts Two New Experiential Journeys
Driver-Owned Ride-Share Cooperative
Drivers Cooperative–Colorado Launches Its Driver Owned App
Passanger Assistant App Pilots
NJ TRANSIT is Enhancing Assistance for Passengers at Major Stations
Functioning Robotaxi Services
Pony AI Connects Guangzhou’s City Center to Transportation Hubs
Energizing Aircraft Designs
Dunkin' and JetBlue Unveiled a Special Brewing Altitude Design
Winter Sport Rideshare Services
Uber Ski Helps Skiers Get a Ride to the Slopes and More
Accessible Train Upgrades
Journey Beyond Rail Implements a Range of Accessible Provisions
Subway Cabin Makeovers
British Airways NYC Subway Turns Commute into an In-Flight Experience
Singer-Themed Transit Takeovers
Sony and Olivia Rodrigo Take Over the New York City Transit
Expansive AI-Powered Travel Tools
KAYAK.ai Expands to Offer Car Rentals for Localized Road Trips
Electric Public Transportation Expansions
The Higer New V Series Launch in the Phillipines
Modernized Specialized Transport Services
Transport for Greater Manchester Partners with Via
Lie-Flat Night Bus Seats
Twiliner Reimagines European Night Travel with Hotel-Grade Sleeping Seats
Rideshare St. Patrick's Day Campaign
Uber and Mother Launched an Irish Exit Safe Ride Campaign
Urban Pod Networks
Glydways Launches Its Personal Pod Pilots & Backed by Khosla Ventures
AI-Powered Autonomous Public Transportation
Karsan Automotive is Participating in CES 2026
Advanced Electric Scooters
NAVEE Introduces Its ST3 Pro and GT3 Pro at CES 2025
Global Product Launch Events
Uber Unveils a New Go-Get Exhibit Featuring Interactive Vignettes
Self-Driving Shuttle Service Deployments
Beep Announces Two Forthcoming Deployments of Its Service
Corporate Coworking Campus Spaces
Ford Debuts The Mezz At Michigan Central Station
Intelligent Cycling Systems
Vanpowers Debuted Its Advanced Smart System for Bikes at CES 2025
Eco-Friendly Tourist Transportation
Rosie Travel Invests in Fiji's First Electric Tourist Coaches
Road Worker Safety Solutions
OnStation's Active Worksite™ Alerts Aim to Enhance Safety
Seasonal Reservation Street Installations
Uber UK Launches 'Reserve' by Mother
Efficient Charging Solutions
TESSAN Showcased a Slew of Its Performance-Focused Products at CES
Eid-Focused Rideshare Promotions
Ryde Group Debuts a Double Cashback Promotion for Its Ryde+
Accessible 3D Station Maps
Govia Thameslink Railway Aims to Make Travelling More Accessible
Senior-Friendly Rideshare Services
Lyft Siver Makes Transportation Easier and Less Intimidating
Next-Generation Electric Bus Fleets
Yutong Bus Announces Its Internet-of-Vehicles Platform, Link+
Digital Trip Planning Platforms
The Sound Transit Agency Debuts the Sound RideGuide
Data-Driven Connected Cars
JLR and Tata Communications Aim to Enhance Smart Vehicle Design
Prepaid Rideshare Passes
Uber Prepaid Passes Help Riders Avoid Surge Pricing
Lightweight Four-Wheeled Bikes
The Acticycle Fuses Elements of a Car and a Bike Together
Elevated Private Train Accommodations
Nox Presents an Ambitious Vision for European Travel
Electric Rickshaw Pilots
An Eco-Friendly E-Rickshaw Pilot Program Launches in Dhaka, Bangladesh
Travel-Focused Accessibility Platforms
Smartvel's TravelAble Seeks to Consolidate Travel Info
Urban-Inspired Bag Campaigns
côte&ciel's Latest Editorial Campaign is Dubbed Rhythms of Transit
Welcome Point Assistance Systems
East Midlands Railway Tests the Effectiveness of a New System
Publicly Owned Train Operators
The UK's Accessibility Roadmap Highlghts Public Train Operators
Airport Commuting Programs
Lyft and United Partner for Rewards and Experiences
AI Autocycle Workspaces
Will.i.am Trinity EV Reimagines Commuting as a Single-Seat Ai Workspace
Personalized Itinerary Creation
AI Travel Planner by Planify Creates Hour-by-Hour Travel Plans
Travel Connection Platforms
Share Trips Connects Travelers, Eases Group Planning, and Splits Costs
Sustainability-Focused Scooter Campaigns
iScooter Has Initiated Its Annual Black Friday Campaign
Interactive Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Tessan Will Spotlight the 100 Travelers Campaign
Urban-Focused Vehicle Lines
SOUEAST Showcases Its Broader Travel+ Ecosystem Strategy
Sustainable Transportation System Concepts
Xiqiao Wang Designed the Eco-Friendly TREO Concept
Discounted Rideshare Partnerships
Lyft and NerdWallet Collaborated on a Limited-Time Promotion
Recycled-Steel Bus Stations
The Amazon Bus Station in Belém Cuts Carbon Emissions by 70%
Private Car Pickup Options
Airbnb Launches a Private Car Service with Welcome Pickups
Urban Cargo Trikes
The Cube Trike Flatbed Hybrid 750 Offers Agile Hauling with a Tilting Platform
Limited Utility Bikes
LUV1 Modular Bike Replaces Cars with 120l Storage and Swappable Batteries
Modular Electric Mopeds
The EPA‑1 Lets Riders Personalize Their Ride with Modular Accessories
Biking Community Platforms
WeekendTrails Helps Cyclists Connect, Explore Routes, And Ride Safely
Integrated Trip Trackers
'Journey' Enables Real-Time Vehicle Data And Trip Tracking With CarPlay
Convenience-Focused Transportation Apps
MBTA Debuts an App for Paratransit RIDE Customers
A-Lister Vacation Getaways
Trainline x Deuxmoi Partner for Celebrity-Inspired European Itineraries
Rail Station Accessibility Initiatives
Greater Manchester Has Plans to Upgrade 10 Stations
Gender-Targeted Ride Preferences
Uber Launches the New Women Preferences Feature
All-In-One Travel Companions
Saathi App Streamlines Planning, Expenses, And Shared Travel Plans
Corporate Ride-Hailing Features
Bolt Launches Hopp for Business in the Greater Toronto Area
Location-Based Smart Alarms
Sleep&Arrive Launched Its Smartwatch Alarm App for Transit Commuters
Tiered Office Incentive Programs
Superhuman Launches the Ways of Working Program