These September 2020 auto trends range from virtual automotive launches to automotive podcast series.
BMW's Hynopolis podcast series i a notable example and can be accessed across a variety of major podcast platforms. Consisting of six short episodes, the branded podcast programming aims to immerse viewers into BMW's vision for the future of mobility and was created in partnership with sci-fi author Robert Valentine. The marketing move speaks to the brand's interest in storytelling and going beyond traditional auto advertising to entice consumers.
Kandi America's virtual car launch is another notable example and unveiled the brand's Kandi K23 and K27 electric vehicle models. Responding to the global COVID-19 pandemic, the brand aimed to engage and surprise consumers during a time when a physical car launch events weren't possible due to social distancing safety measures and public gathering restrictions.
Top 35 Auto Trends in September
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Chassis-Mounted SUV Campers
The 'GEHOcab' Has Carbon Fiber Components for Lightweight Rigidity
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Adventurously Aggressive Pickups
The 2021 RAM 1500 TRX Off-Road Truck Brings a Concept to Fruition
33
Wedge-Shaped Supercars
The Conceptual Lancia Cargo Stratos Pushes Design Boundaries
32
Car Cabin Sanitizer Dispensers
The 'CARhandGEL' Vehicle Hand Sanitizer Dispenser is Compact
31
Weekend Warrior Camper Vans
The Volkswagen Caddy Mini-Camper Has 19 Assistance Systems
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Futuristic Healthcare Vehicles
The Manyone 'NemBot' Autonomous Robotic Vehicle is Well-Equipped
29
Limited-Edition Electric SUVs
The Twisted Automotive Electrified Defender 90 is Sporty
28
Eco-Friendly Wiper Blades
The Schedge Refillable Windshield Wiper Blades Limit Waste
27
Short-Distance Transport Pods
The Conceptual 'OTO' Autonomous Shared Vehicle is Easily Accessed
26
Neo-Retro Motorcycle Designs
The Custom-Built Blechmann R18 Motorcycle is a Showstopper
25
Off-Road Exploration Camper Vehicles
The Jeep Gladiator Farout Overlander Concept is Well-Equipped
24
Low-Profile Vehicle Roof Racks
The ARB Base Rack is Strong and Customizable
23
Restaurant Road Trip Maps
Chili's Created Road Trip Routes with Attractions & Restaurant Stops
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Virtual Automotive Launches
Kandi America Hosted a Live Virtual Launch Online
21
Futuristic Vehicle Control Joysticks
This Conceptual BMW Autonomous Vehicle Joystick is Intuitive
20
QSR Social Media Giveaways
Dunkin' Launched a Social Media Competition with a Branded RV
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Eco Aerodynamic SUVs
The Volkswagen ID.4 Offers 310 Miles of Range and More
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Theatrical Drive-In Experiences
Secret Cinema's "Drive-Into" Shares Stranger Things Scenes
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Inaugural Electric Car Releases
Cadillac Will Launch Its First-Ever EV Which is Titled the Lyriq
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Sports Car-Inspired SUVs
The 2021 Bentley Bentayga Speed Has a Top Speed of 190mph
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Conceptual Cross-Water Travel
Crosswater Autonomously Carries 15 People Across Water
14
Eco Commercial Delivery Vans
The Bollinger Motors 'Deliver-E' Has a Low Floor for Easy Loading
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Heritage-Honoring Auto Designs
The Jeep Grand Wagoneer Pays Homage to Detroit with a Large Map
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Branded Automotive Podcasts Launches
BMW Created the Hypnopolis Podcast Entertainment Podcast
11
History-Honoring Concept Coupes
The BMW 6 Concept by Grigory Butin Retains Some Familiar Features
10
Sustainable Battery Cycles
The BMW Group is Developing Innovative and Recyclable Battery Cells
9
Behind-the-Scenes Automotive Podcasts
Toyota is Reworking Its 'Toyota Untold' Podcast Series
8
Boxy Heritage-Honoring Vehicles
The Conceptual Volvo Lådan Pays Homage to the Brand's History
7
Calendar Integrated Driving Platforms
Android Auto Will Now Feature Google Calendar Integration
6
Hydrogen-Powered Supercars
The Hyperion XP-1 Reaches a Top Speed of 220mph
5
ASMR Car Wash Videos
BMW's Calm Wash is a Stress-Relieving Car Wash Video
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Luxury Car Subscription Services
Porsche Recently Added a Single Vehicle Option to Porsche Drive
3
Autonomous Taxi Service Lunches
AutoX Created a Robotaxi Service for Individuals in Shanghai
2
Electric Car Branding Announcements
Hyundai Announced It Will Use Its Ioniq Brand for All EVs
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Eco-Friendly Automotive Partnerships
Subaru Created a New Ad as Part of Subaru Loves the Earth
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Automotive Digital Twin Solutions
Siemens Debuts Its Simulation Platform — PAVE360 Automotive
High-End Pop-Up Camping Vans
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo Elevates Camping Experiences
Luxury Auto-Branded Fashion Lines
The Balenciaga x Automobili Lamborghini Collaboration is Chic
Automotive Twin Timepieces
Porsche Designs Watches That Mirror Its 911 GT3 Models
Motorsport-Style Joint Apparel
Carnival x Toyota Gazoo Racing Injects Racing into Its Streetwear
Auto-Inspired Luxury Fashion Collections
Volvo Cars and Sergio Hudson Join Forces on a Capsule
Next-Gen K-Beauty Pop-Ups
MUSKAT Hosted a Five Day Immersive Experience in L.A.
All-Pink Electric Vehicles
Mary Kay Has Reimagined Its Legendary Pink Cadillac
Custom Assistant Shortcuts
Google Adds Custom Assistant Shortcut To Android Auto
Next-Gen Tech Accessories
Scosche Industries Emphasizes Versatility and Convenience at IFA 2025
Smart Car Planning
Budget For Cars Helps You Find Vehicles That Fit Your Financial Plan
Art Deco Show-Car Statements
The Mercedes-Benz Vision Iconic Blends 1930s Glamour with New Tech
Race-Spec Touring Cars
The BMW M3 Touring 24H Was Born from an April Fool's Joke
Sneaker Tag-Inspired Car Keys
Nissan's Kicks Key Merges Auto Technology with Streetwear Culture
Haute Auto Pattern Campaigns
The Audi Car Couture Ad Turns Car Parts into Dressmaking Layouts
Music-Inspired Audiobook Campaigns
Spotify Launches its Bold 'Read Like You Listen' for the Summer
German Automotive Sports Partnerships
Audi Renews Its Partnership with Inter Miami CF
Sophisticated Race-Inspired EVs
The 2026 Polestar 5 Will Come in Two Models
Cinematic Auto Marketing Campaigns
Mazda Debuts the '5 Sides of the All-New CX-5' Film
Surreal Car Care Campaigns
Turtle Wax's You Are How You Car Reimagines Drivers as Their "Car-Self"
Live Social Shopping Expansions
QVC® Announces New Brands That Will Join Its Roster in 2026
Haute Tech Brand Hypercars
The Xiaomi Vision GT is Designed for the Gran Turismo Franchise
AI-Powered Marketplace Features
AutoTrader Launched DemandAI and Dashboard
Automotive Design Philosophy Exhibits
Kia Showcases Two Exhibits at Milan Design Week 2025
Eco-Friendly Vehicle Partnerships
Volkswagen Becomes the Official Automotive Partner of TIFF 2025
In-Car Gaming Collaborations
AirConsole x Audi Partner for Car Gaming, and Includes Pictionary
In-Car Gaming Experiences
Atari and AirConsole are Partnering to Bring Games to Volkswagens
Self-Expression Festival Activations
Barbie Brings Customizable Persona-Building to Coachella
Bookable Autonomous Shuttles
Uber and May Mobility Partner to Launch Robotaxi Fleet
Marketer-Targeted Albums
The Spotify Tunetorials Campaign Blurs Education and Entertainment
Joint Auto Design Installations
Range Rover Joins NUOVA on Futurespective: Connected World
Unconventional Vehicle Control Ads
BMW Launched its 'Heart of Joy' Campaign Featuring an Octopus
Automotive-Inspired Yoga Gear
Porsche's Yoga Capsule Collection Embodies "Mindfulness in Motion"
Coffee-Inspired Auto Tours
Mazda Canada & Coffee Association of Canada Debut the Mazda Coffee Tour
Native Car Messaging Interfaces
WhatsApp Launches Its New Apple CarPlay App
Electrically Powered Self-Driving Shuttles
HOLON Taps PTC's Cloud-Based Software Platform
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
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
AI Automotive Platforms
Cox Automotive Integrates Customer Data and Marketing Automation With AI
In-Car Gaming Integrations
Porsche x AirConsole Bring In-Car Gaming to the New Macan
Collaborative Custom Car Designs
Audi's Model A7L is Reimagined by Feng Chen Wang
Production-Ready Robotic Taxis
Volkswagen Presents its ID. Buzz AD Robotic Taxi Vehicle
AI Podcast Generators
Podcustom Creates Custom AI-Driven Podcasts From User Prompts Efficiently
Flexible Monthly Car Shares
Turo Offers a Low-Commitment Alternative to Traditional Car Ownership
Performance-Focused EV Brands
The Rivian Adventure Department Debuted at the 2026 FAT Ice Race
Luxury Mobility Platforms
Karma Automotive Launches On-Demand Luxury Driving Experience
Cartoon-Branded Auto Releases
Chrysler Spotlights the Pacifica Minivan with the Iconic PEANUTS
Flea-Market-Inspired Brand Experiences
CASEKOO Hosted a DIY Experience in Beijing
Future Urban Mobility Cars
Volkswagen Numa Concept Imagines Cars as Part of Shared City Life
Opposites-Inspired Branded Exhibitions
Kia Debuts Resonance of Opposites During Milan Design Week
EV Adoption Initiatives
Bosch is Spearheading Efforts to Accelerate Electric Vehicle Adoption
In-Car AI Assistants
ChatGPT Voice Expands to Apple CarPlay
Digital Wallet Car Keys
Samsung Wallet and Mercedes-Benz Partnered for Digital Car Keys
New Phone Launch Events
Google Confirmed a Date for its Upcoming Pixel 10 Series Launch
Automotive AI Solutions
Impel and RockED Launch the Automotive AI Certification Program
Sleek Fully Electric SUVs
Hongqi is Introducing the EHS5 2025 IAA Mobility in Munich
New Year-Focused Car Campaigns
Kia Boasts the Redesigned 2027 Telluride SUV in a Festive Campaign
AI-Centric Publication Podcasts
VentureBeat Announced a New AI Podcast Alongside its Research
In-Car AI Chatbots
Volvo and Google Expanded Their Partnership to Bring Gemini into the Cabin
Personal Listening Experiences
Spotify Showcases its Consumer-First Approach at Elevate Festival
Painting-Inspired Auto-Promoting Initiatives
XPENG UK Hosted the Visionary Art Challenge
Collab Automotive Apparel
The Volvo Capsule Collection is Influenced by Automotive Materials
Future Car Innovation Solutions
LG Innotek Will Showcase Hardware and Ai‑based Software at CES
Celebrity-Endorsed Compact SUV Campaigns
Audi of America Debuts 'A Life of Yes' Campaign
Immersive Auto-Focused Artistic Experiences
Lexus Explores the Relation Between Humans & Mobility
Artful Car-Themed Capsule
Cao Fei Art Car Collection Highlights BMW's Art Car Legacy to Streetwear
Artistic Auto Brand Activations
XPENG Highlights Its G6 SUV Model at London Art Fair
Video Podcast Expansion
Netflix and iHeartMedia Bring Video Podcasts to the Streaming Platform
Stylist-Led Education Platforms
K18 Launches a Pro Artist Program to Empower Hairstylists
Auto-Branded Digital Experience Systems
Ford Digital Experience is Available on Certain Vehicles
Natural Language Automotive Assistants
BMW and Amazon Partnered to Bring Alexa+ to Vehicles
Extended Automotive Partnerships
Audi of America Renews its Affiliation with Major League Soccer
Science-Backed Adventure Collaborations
Toyota, AllGear Digital & Immersion Neuroscience Partner
Deeply Integrated Automotive UIs
Apple CarPlay Ultra is Arriving in New Aston Martin Models
Bespoke Automotive Concierge Programs
Pagani Residences Partners with Prestige Imports
Music-Based Car Campaigns
Toyota Indonesia Launched 'Toyota Lofi Drive Beats'
AI-Powered Driving Apps
Driver Technologies Expands to the Android Automotive Operating System
Enhanced In-Vehicle Infotainment Systems
Toyota Audio Multimedia Boasts 5G Connectivity
Expanded Automotive Dealer Listings
Amazon Introduced New Brands on its Automotive Storefront
Audio Experience-Integrated Beverage Packaging
TapTunes, Inc. Has Introduced Virtual Wax
Smart Mobility Vehicles
The Strutt ev¹ Features Tech Pioneered for Autonomous Cars
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
GenAI Car Marketplace Ads
Carro's New Campaign Highlights Its AI-Enabled Car-Selling Process
Auto-Inspired Online Marketplaces
Goodyear's The Vault is Sure to Excite Auto Enthusiasts
Sequential Streaming Ad Series
Ford Launches 'Every Ground Is Our Proving Ground'
Safety-Focused Automotive Technologies
Geely Auto Debuts Innovations at Auto Shanghai 2025
Advanced Driver-Assistance Platforms
Afari and Geely Debut the G-ASD Platform at CES 2026
AI Learning Podcasts
Tales.so Turns Business Books Into Engaging Conversational Podcasts
New Tech Product Announcements
Apple Unveiled New Products at a Recent Event
Performance Luxury Rebrandings
BBMW Alpina New Wordmark Marks a Standalone Luxury Brand Launch
Chinese EV Expansion Strategies
Li Auto Joins EU-China Chamber and Accelerates European Push
Automotive Robotics Integration
Kia integrates robots into mobility and delivery platforms
Retro Electric Concepts
The Stellar Reboot Imagines Hyundai’s 1980s Sedan for a Digital Future
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
Japanese-Inspired Car Interiors
The Two‑tone X7 Adds Paint Split and Japanese Interior Accents
Expansive AI-Powered Travel Tools
KAYAK.ai Expands to Offer Car Rentals for Localized Road Trips
Accessible Video Podcasts
Spotify Eases Partner Program Requirements For Video Creators
Urban Pod Networks
Glydways Launches Its Personal Pod Pilots & Backed by Khosla Ventures
Groundbreaking Automated Driving Systems
Qualcomm & BMW Group Boast a Co-Developed Software Stack
AI-Powered Autonomous Public Transportation
Karsan Automotive is Participating in CES 2026
Software-Defined Vehicle Solutions
Intellias Will Spotlight Its IntelliKit at CES 2026
Anniversary-Celebrating Auto Exhibits
Chrysler Commemorates Its 100th Anniversary
Next-Gen Automotive Software Platforms
DXC Debuts AMBER to Advance In-Vehicle Infotainment Systems
Global Product Launch Events
Uber Unveils a New Go-Get Exhibit Featuring Interactive Vignettes
Audio News Briefings
BriefPod Turns Newsletters Into A 10-Minute Personalized Daily Podcast
Comprehensive Automotive Technology Suites
ECARX Will Outfit the Geely Galaxy Xingyao 8 PHEV Sedan
Data-Driven Automotive Retailer Tools
Cars.com Debuts AI Video Tools, Hub Reporting & More
Startup Discovery Hubs
Launching.today Showcases New Projects from Entrepreneurs and Builders
Optimized Recovery-Focused Partnerships
Eight Sleep Partners with Aston Martin Aramco Team
Trailblazing Sports Podcasts
PUMA's Go Wild Podcast Deepens Community Connection
Premium Automotive Brands
Chery Automobile Expand into the Global Market with LEPAS
Interactive Streaming Ads
Spotify Turns Listening into Engagement with Carousel Ads
High-Performance Electric Hypercar Prototypes
Kosmera Presents Two Concept Vehicles at CES 2026
Pre-Production Vehicle Milestones
Faraday Future & Faraday X Mark a Milestone for the FX Super One
Personalized News Podcasts
CustomPod Delivers Custom Daily News Briefings from Trusted Sources
Podcast Research Assistants
PodPrepare Provides AI Research Assistance For Smarter Podcast Prep
Automotive Insurance Ventures
ALKEME Automotive Will Focus on the Automotive Insurance Sector
Consumer Brand Launches
Labor Smart Announced Culturally-Driven Product Collaborations
Premium Vehicle-Related Pet Accessories
Mopar Debuts the Cleverly Named Mopaw Product Line
Custom News Podcasts
Ellipsis News Creates Daily Podcasts on Any Topic You Choose
Australia-Focused Auto Marketing Campaigns
GAC Group Debuts Its Growing Australian Confidence Plan
Audio Learning Platforms
Podial Turns Documents Into 5-Minute Educational Podcast Talks
Industry-Leading Auto Innovations
SERES Debuts Next-Generation Auto Technologies at an Exhibit
Personalized Podcast Platforms
Continua Lets You Create and Listen to Custom Podcasts Easily
Automated Podcast Production
Jellypod Uses AI To Create, Edit, & Publish Fully Automated Podcasts
Podcast Automation Platforms
Podcas Enables AI-Generated Podcasts With End-to-End Production Tools
Interactive Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Tessan Will Spotlight the 100 Travelers Campaign
Intent-Based Discovery Tools
Vol Helps You Find Podcasts That Align With Your Deeper Curiosity
Futuristic Grand Tourers
Kia Vision Meta Turismo Concept Previews a Bold Direction for Mobility
Audio News Summarizers
NewsPod Summarizes Newsletters Into Daily Podcast Briefings
Educational Vehicle Retail Campaigns
Flagship Honda Spotlights the 2026 Honda Pilot
Smart Audio Assistants
PodiBud Enhances Podcast Discovery With AI and Personalized Playlists
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
Dynamic Auto Designs
Kia is Promoting Its Forthcoming 2026 K4 Hatchback Model
Personalized News Briefing
Tailored Pod Delivers Daily Personalized News in Audio or Email Format