September 2017 transportation trends reveal vehicles that are increasingly adapted to enhance pedestrian safety, as well as environmentally friendly designs being infused into more areas related to transport.
An example of the former includes Google's self-driving car Waymo, which has a feature that can detect if the car is about to hit a pedestrian, and can soften its exterior in order to prevent fatalities. Another example is the Volkswagen Interceptor, which is an enhanced police vehicle that offers 360 degree visibility – making it well-suited to cruise around cities.
Environmentally friendly design is now being infused into transportation options like Peace Boat's Ecoship, which is a cruise ship with reduced carbon emissions, and the Mö, which is a solar-powered cross between a bike and a vehicle.
Top 35 Transportation Trends in September
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Modernized Convertible Concepts
The Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 Cabriolet is an Old School EV
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Mini Car Brand Homes
The Tesla Tiny House Can be Towed by the Brand's Vehicles
33
Modified Retro Scooters
Shanghai Customs Modified the Honda Cub into a Stylish Scooter
32
Luxurious E-Bike Lines
Riese & Müller Has Released Its 2018 Line of E-Bikes
31
Innovative Hourglass Trains
A Double-Decker Train Repositions the Tracks at the Core of the Cars
30
Color-In Car Rentals
These Hertz Rental Cars Feature Coloring Book Upholstery to Entertain Kids
29
Shareable Sports Cars
The Toyota Public Sports Concept is an EV Designed to Be Ownerless
28
Compact Electric Skateboards
The I-Ride Electric Skateboard Weighs Just 15 Pounds
27
Pedal-Powered Commuter Vehicles
Mö is a Solar-Powered Vehicle That Can Be Pedaled Like a Bike
26
Impossibly Compact Electric Bikes
The 'Jupiter Bike' Has an Extremely Small Form Factor
25
Self-Built Campers
The Birch Sprig is a Camper Kit That People Can Put Together Themselves
24
Contemporary Luxury Sedans
The Black Edition of the Bentley Flying Spur V8 S is Strikingly Elegant
23
Entry-Level Supercar Successors
The Ferrari Portofino is the Replacement for the California T
22
Hydrogen Turbine Trains
The 'Spacetrain' Enhances Ground Travel with a Lightweight Design
21
Autonomous Magnetic Track Buses
The AGV Bus Concept Boasts a Driverless Design
20
Lightweight Telescopic Caravans
The 'Slidavan Caravan' is Complete with a Telescope Roof
19
Lightweight Sustainable Automobiles
Dutch Students Built and Designed This Biodegradable Car
18
Car Health-Monitoring Devices
The 'OBDeleven' Car Diagnostics Device Works with Any Vehicle
17
Performance-Enhancing Luxury Wheels
Porsche's New Braided Carbon Fiber Wheels are $18,000 a Set
16
Retro Japanese Race Cars
The Infiniti Prototype 9 is an Electric-powered Tribute to 1940s Racing
15
Opulent Anniversary Vehicles
The 2018 Cadillac CTS-V Glacier Metallic Edition is Celebratory
14
Performance-Focused Sedan Redesigns
The Volkswagen Passat GT is Sporty and Practical
13
Sporty German CUVs
The Volkswagen T-Roc is a Stylish Entry-Level Crossover
12
Eco-Friendly Cruise Ships
Peace Boat's EcoShip is Sustainable and Features Solar Panel Sails
11
Futuristic Patrol Vehicles
The Volkswagen Interceptor is Compact Yet Speedy on the Road
10
Car Brand Travel Excursions
The Land Rover Driving Adventures Merge Cars with Exciting Travel
9
Theme Park-Branded Rideshares
The Lyft 'Minnie Van' Will Drive Passengers to Disney Theme Parks
8
Reinvented Super Sedans
The New BMW M5 Makes 600 Horsepower and is AWD for the First Time Ever
7
Folding Electric Bikes
Brompton Electric's Collapsible Electric Bike is Portable and Sturdy
6
Rideshare Transportation Partnerships
Lyft and Amtrak Partnered to Offer Riders In-App Pickups
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Pedestrian-Protecting Autonomous Vehicles
'Waymo' Could Soften Itself If It Detects a Collision
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Solar Eclipse Train Tours
Amtrak Will Take Passengers to Illinois for a Solar Eclipse Viewing
3
Vehicle-Upgrading Smart Devices
The 'Automatic Pro' Diagnoses Car Problems and Upgrades Abilities
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Compact Delivery E-Vehicles
The DELIVER-E Looks to the Future of Delivery in Urban Centers
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Indian Smart City Initiatives
The 'Smart Cities Mission' Aims for Rapid Urban Development in India
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Futuristic Single-Seater Bikes
The Canyon Future Mobility Concept Has a Carbon Fiber Shell
Plane-Inspired Vehicle Designs
This Mercedes-Benz Concept Vehicle by Al Yasid Balances Aesthetics
Retro-Style Electric Trikes
The Conceptual E-Trike Revolution by André Fangueiro is Eye-Catching
Autonomous Three-Wheeled Task Vehicles
The 'ECHO' Self-Driving Concept Trike Has Hubless Wheels
Transforming Commuter Vehicles
The Conceptual Audi Vista Roadster by Hyunsik Moon is Shapeshifting
Modular Customization Electric Vehicles
The Conceptual Arrival ANT is Designed for London Streets
Reconfigurable Travel Pod Vehicles
The PIX Robobus Changes According to Passenger Needs
Electric Transportation Concepts
Marko Petrovic Balances Utility, Sustainability, and Demand
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
Autonomous Vehicle Coffee Makers
The 'DOTS' Vehicle Coffee Machine by Junseo Oh is Compact
Boomerang-Shaped Urban Mobility Vehicles
The Conceptual 'PIX-L7' Vehicle is Adventure-Ready
Shapeshifting Interior Electric Vehicles
The Volkswagen Gen.Travel Concept Has a Luxurious Feel
Autonomous Amphibious Vehicle Designs
The CROSSER V1 by Bernardo Pereira is for Coastal Cities
Elevating Passenger Level Vehicles
The Conceptual Audi Cascade by Chris Min Has a Comfy Interior
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
Autonomous Timber Transportation Shuttles
The Conceptual 'Timber Shuttle' is Eco-Focused
Food Delivery eBike Concepts
The 'D-VIL' Electric Bike Concept by Anastasia Berg is Enclosed
Retro-Inspired Electric Vehicle Concepts
The Makkina Triumph TR25 is Inspired by the Jabbeke TR2
Impairment-Aiding Navigation Apps
The Commute Booster App is Made to Help the Visually Impaired
Electric Scooter Sharing Systems
Unknown Untitled Proposes an E-scooter Sharing Scheme for Paris
Hotel Room Vehicle Designs
The Mercedes x Belmond Vision Pullman Express is a Hotel on Wheels
Compact Cargo E-Bikes
These Electric Bikes Boast Pedal-Assisted Cargo-Hauling Abilities
Superhero-Inspired Automobiles
Midjourney Boasts a Slew of AI-Generated Car Designs
Eco-Friendly Electric Scooters
This Urban Electric Scooter Offers Safe & Reliable City Navigation
Modular Electric Utility Vehicles
This Three-Wheeler Can Be Adapt to Different Work Applications
Transforming Commuter Kick Scooters
The Conceptual 'Beam' Scooter Has a Flip-Up Seat
Sleek Electric Concept Vehicles
The Hyundai Concept Luxe Sedan Has Extra Seating in the Boot
Scooter-Cargo Bike Hybrids
Razors Releases Its Most Robust Scooter Yet, the 'EcoSmart Cargo'
Efficient Cargo Bikes
'MATE' Debuted the SUV Electric Cargo Bike with a Recycled Aluminum Frame
Supersonic Aircraft-Inspired EVs
The Conceptual Concorde 20+ Features Aviation Inspiration
Accessibility-Promoting Electric Quadricycles
This Vehicle Caters to Drivers With Disabilities
Water-Ready Sports Car Concepts
The Citroën Above and Under by Sangheon Chung is Transformative
Vehicular Shipping Container Homes
The Conceptual Jeep Container Home Supports Off-Grid Living
All-Electric Towed Trailers
The Lightship L1 Trailer is Battery-Powered and has a Minimal Design
Groundbreaking Electric Vehicle Line-Ups
Honda Debuts Two Concepts Models in the Honda 0 Series
Sustainable EV Toys
Little Tikes’ Cozy Coupe Aims to Get Families Thinking More Sustainably
Fully Autonomous Crossover SUVs
The Conceptual 'DKM 2.0' by Vladislav Semenov is Futuristic
Snazzy Electric Mobility Scooters
The 'Tectus' is Designed to Transport Seniors In Safety & Style
Retro-Style Electric Vans
The Porsche x VW Renndienst Id.Buzz Bus Revives a Classic Design
Hybrid Design Commuter Vehicles
The Robotic City Car by Facundo Castellano is Futuristic
Lounge-Like Autonomous Vehicles
This Audi Concept Vehicle by Yunsik Kim is Shapeshifting
Eco-Friendly Automotive Tires
These Goodyear Sustainable Tires Have Traction-Tracking Treads
Modular Shipping Trailer Drones
The Hyundai Trailer Drone is Hydrogen-Powered
Spaceship-Like Mini Sedans
The 'MINI Concept Aceman' Boasts a Future-Forward Design
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
Dynamic Electric Vehicle Series
The Saloon and Space-Hub Join Honda's Sustainable 0 Series
Low-Step Cargo eBikes
The 'Cargowagen Neo' Offers a Safe & Stylish Urban Ride
Reimagined EV Van Models
The Conceptual GMC Safari Electric Brings Back a Classic Model
Next-Gen Boxy Vehicle Designs
Meelis Lillemets's Cargobox Takes Urban Vehicles to the Next Level
Three-Wheeled Electric Bikes
The Veemo Velomobile from ENVO is a Stable, Efficient Vehicle
Escapism Electric Vehicle Concepts
The 'Trekker' Concept Vehicle is Imagined for Urbanites in 2030
Friendly Business Delivery Trucks
The 'ORCA' Autonomous Delivery Truck Has a Friendly Form
Electric Mini Camper Vans
Vanderer Presents a Look at the New Citroën 2CV Electric Design
Socialization-Encouraging Travel Pods
The 'Agora-E' Mobility Concept by Andrea Ponti is Minimalist
Next-Generation E-Bike Capsules
Pedego Created Three New E-Bike Models for the US Market
Emissions-Free Camper Vans
The Renault Hippie Caviar Motel Supports Travelers
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
Zero-Emissions Electric Ships
The Hurtigruten Norway Sea Zero Cruise is Fully Electric
Sculpted Zero-Emissions Crossovers
The Toyota Sport Crossover Concept Will Arrive in 2025
Solar-Powered Autonomous Vehicles
The Polestar Cladrus Concept Car by Harshull Verma is Chic
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
Driverless Robotaxis
Lyft Partners with Motional to Launch an Autonomous Taxi Called 'IONIQ 5'
EV Lifestyle Automakers
Geely Auto Group Launched the EV Automaker 'Radar Auto' in China
AI-Powered Fully Electric Motorcycles
The Verge Motorcycles TS Ultra was Presented at CES
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
Solar-Powered City Cars
Squad Mobility's SQUAD Car is a CES 2023 Innovation
Wind-Powered Cargo Ships
Mitsubishi Corporation Retrofits Pyxis Ocean for Sustainability Purposes
Modular Accessory Urban E-Bikes
The 'Pendler' E-Bike Concept by Layer Design is Practical
Electric Hybrid Vibrant Vehicles
GM Unveils the 2024 Corvette E-Ray Hybrid Through the Tools
Sustainable Air Travel Concepts
The Airbus Airspace Cabin Vision 2035+ Concept is Eco-Focused
Capaciously Compact Robotaxis
This Autonomous Taxi Takes Full Advantage Of Its Cabin Space
Low-Speed Golf Vehicles
The Cru Vehicle by Designworks Takes a Casual Lifestyle On-The-Go
AI-Enhanced Smart Bikes
This eBike is Equipped With ChatGPT, Anti-Theft Protections and More
Anti-Collision E-Bikes
TO.TEM's Cobra E-Bike Features a Unique Smart Safety System
Weekend Excursion City Vehicles
The Playbox Urban Mobility Vehicle is Imagined for 2040
IoT-Connected Traffic Beacons
This Traffic Beacon Concept Changes According to Needs
Car Color-Changing Technology
BMW Conceptualizes Car Color-Changing Technology
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
Retro-Futuristic Electric SUVs
KIA Reveals Its Retro-Futuristic Designed All-Electric EV9 SUV
Massive Zero-Emissions Trucks
First Mode's New Mining Truck is Supposedly More Sustainable
Emissions-Free Cargo Barges
The H2 Barge 2 Project Will Convert the Vessel to Clean Energy
Autonomous Driving Initiatives
Volkswagen Announced a New Partnership with 'Mobileye'
Pedicab Shuttle Services
Go By Bike is a First-Ever Large-Scale Pedicab Service
Hoverboard-Luggage Design Concepts
The Trunk Car is a Concept with a Detachable Hoverboard
Updated Sustainable API Features
Google Adds New Features to its Ingenious Project Sunroof
Solar-Powered Food Trucks
Planted Unveiled a Sustainable Food Truck for a Tour Across the UK
Eco-Friendly Transit Apps
Moovit Partnered with Lime to Deliver Electric Micro-Mobility Options
Petite Solar-Powered EVs
The 'Buggy' is a Micro Vehicle That Offers Comfortably Compact Motoring
Neighborhood Electric Vehicles
The Club Car CRU Invites People to Slow Down & "Be a Detourist"
Eco-Friendly Cafe Vehicles
This Conceptual Solar-Powered Coffee Truck Operates Anywhere
Solar-Powered Bike Deliveries
IKEA Rolls Out Deliveries in the Netherlands with the SunRider
Nine-Seater Electric Vans
The PEUGEOT E-TRAVELLER Offers 217-Miles of Range
Youth-Catered Transportation Apps
Uber Introduces Teen Accounts in the Latest Update
Lifestyle Concept Vehicles
Audi Unveiled the 'Activesphere' Concept in a Short Teaser
Vehicle-Connected Mobile Networks
Porsche and Vodafone Launched a 5G Hybrid Mobile Private Network
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
Updated Air Taxi Designs
Hyundai Unveils the New Elevated S-A2 Air Taxi During CES
Eco-Friendly Navigation Features
Google Maps Allows Eco-Conscious Trip Planning
Progressive Sleeper Transit Designs
2050 Lab Designs a New Sleeper Car for Comfort On-The-Go
E-Trike Boat Hybrids
The Z-Triton 2.0 is a Three-in-One Trike, Boat, and Cabin Vehicle
Public Flying Air-Taxis
The Public eVTOL Design Project by Joowon Lee Readies for Urban Spaces
All-Electric Sports Cars
Porsche's Vision 357 Speedster is an Ultra-Luxurious Model
Hydrofoiling Electric Boats
Navier's 'N30' Boat Promises Eco-Friendly Waterway Transportation
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
Accessible Driverless Public Buses
Treasure Island Rolls Out the Loop Program in San Francisco
Advanced Automobile Driver Assists
Ford's BlueCruise Feature Rolls Out as a Subscription Service
iOS-Influenced Travel Apps
Uber’s Redesigned App Uses the Latest iPhone Features on iOS 16
AI Navigation Upgrades
Tmap Mobility Launches an AI-Powered Revamp for its Navigation App
Kenyan E-Bike Programs
Uber Drivers in Kenya can Now Use an Uber-Branded E-Bike with Electric Boda
Game-Inspired Electric Vehicles
Peugeot Designs the New Inception EV With Game-Like Steering
Airport-Navigation App Updates
The Latest Uber Updates Make Planning Travel More Streamlined
Crabwalk Electric Car Updates
Hyundai Adds a New e-Corner Technology to the Ioniq EV
Comfort-Focused Business Features
Uber Launches a Series of Features to Benefit Business Travelers
Green Energy-Delivering Ships
This Revolutionary Ship Can Deliver Clean Energy to Vessels At Port
Electric Truck Postal Carriers
The United States Postal Service is Switching to Electric Vehicles
Software-Defined Collaborative Vehicles
Google and Renault Work Together on a New Digital Car
Ammonia-Powered Ships
This Novel Ship Uses Green Ammonia For Emissions-Free Maritime Transport
Compact Electric SUVs
Volvo Delivers the New EX90 that is Set to Launch on June 7th
Electric Truck Pilot Programs
Uber Freight Joins Forces with WattEV and CHEP
Electric Shipping Vessel Partnerships
Cargill and Kotug Have Partnered for Sustainable Shipping
Electric Ride-Share Partnerships
Uber and Hertz are Making Electric Vehicles Accessible to Drivers
Autonomous Robot Taxis
Uber Partners with Motional to Become Completely Driverless by 2023
Inflated Vibrant Futuristic Buses
Midjourney Helped Create the Mutated School Bus Design
Eco Commerce-Ready Vans
The Nissan Townstar Electric Van Offers 186-Miles of Range
Energy-Efficient Hybrid Vehicles
These Peugeot Hybrid Vehicles Reduce Fuel Use by 15%
Safe-Focused Electric SUVs
Volvo's EX90 EV SUV is Described to be the Safest Car Yet by the Brand
Weather-Metric Robot Taxis
Waymo's Robotaxis Have a New Metric for Better Weather Intuition
Electric Vehicle Holiday Updates
Tesla Unveils its New Steam Integration for its Model S and X
Electric Ride Share Apps
Uber Intorudces Comfort Electric to Vancouver