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Top 40 Autos Ideas in July

From Eco-Friendly Garbage Trucks to Cost-Effective Electric Cars

— July 30, 2016 — Autos
The July 2016 auto trends reveal that the electric vehicle is no longer limited to the family car. Indeed, auto manufacturers are increasingly turning towards service vehicles to test out different types of eco-friendly technology.

While many of us give little thought to the buses and garbage trucks that roam our streets, these vehicles contribute to climate change the same way that other vehicles do. To combat this, auto manufacturers have come up with a myriad of ways to make services vehicles more eco-friendly. Some of the vehicles that are currently using this technology include garbage trucks, commuter buses and even police cars.

Of course, the July 2016 auto trends also reveal the need for more affordable electric vehicles for consumers. One example of such vehicles is the single-occupant SOLO car, which is less expensive than other electric vehicles. Another option is the E-Mehari, which is an eco-friendly vehicle built for island living.
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Unshackled Race Cars
Unshackled Race Cars
This McLaren Track Car is Designed For Optimum Competitive Performance
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Reliably Minimalist Wagons
Reliably Minimalist Wagons
The Mercedes E-Class Estate Focuses On Fundamental Features
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37
Turbocharged Workhorse Wagons
Turbocharged Workhorse Wagons
This Mercedes G-Class Variant Favors Performance Over Pretty Looks
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36
Compact Hatchback Cars
Compact Hatchback Cars
The Renault Twingo GT is Small In Size But Big In Terms Of Power
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35
Trailblazing Race Cars
Trailblazing Race Cars
This Honda NSX Features Independent Wheel Power Allocation
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34
Refreshed Flagship Cars
Refreshed Flagship Cars
The New Renault Clio Features Updated Multimedia and Navigation Options
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33
Lightweight Performance Cars
Lightweight Performance Cars
The Hyundai RM16's Low Center of Gravity Allows For Improved Handling
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32
Upgraded British Roadsters
Upgraded British Roadsters
This Aston Martin Roadster Features a Juiced-Up Engine
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31
Lightweight High-End Coupes
Lightweight High-End Coupes
The Latest Audi Coupe is Lighter and Faster Than Ever
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30
Optimized Motorsport Cars
Optimized Motorsport Cars
The Mercedes-AMG GT R is Designed to Dominate Tracks Around the World
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29
Sporty Family Cars
Sporty Family Cars
The Ford Fusion Sport Blends Sport and Family-Focused Features
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28
Electric Law Enforcement Vehicles
Electric Law Enforcement Vehicles
The Los Angeles Police Department Will Receive 100 BMW i3s
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Commemorative Sports Cars
Commemorative Sports Cars
Ford's Special Edition Car Pays Tribute to Glory At Le Mans
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26
Commemmorative Iconic Supercars
Commemmorative Iconic Supercars
This New Lamborghini Celebrates 50 Years Of Supercar Domination
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25
Minimalist Mexican Cars
Minimalist Mexican Cars
This Minimalistic Car Comes With Enhanced Aerodynamics Design
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Aerodynamic Sports Cars
Aerodynamic Sports Cars
This New Rolls-Royce Features Boosted Torque and a Polished Exterior
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Revolutionary Electric Supercars
Revolutionary Electric Supercars
This Electric Car's Horsepower and Torque Figures Are Spectacular
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Donut-Decorating Cars
Donut-Decorating Cars
This Nissan Car Stunt Celebrated International Donut Day in a Unique Way
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Cost-Effective Electric Cars
Cost-Effective Electric Cars
This Affordable Car Can Fit Only One Passenger
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20
Muscular Rally Trucks
Muscular Rally Trucks
The Kamaz Master is Designed to Achieve Glory At the Dakar Rally
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Towering Turbocharged Trucks
Towering Turbocharged Trucks
This Tall Mercedes Truck Features Massive Ground Clearance
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18
Artist-Inspired Rickshaws
Artist-Inspired Rickshaws
This Taxi Cab Features a Technicolor Interior Influenced by Van Gogh
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Revived Retro Roadsters
Revived Retro Roadsters
The Jannarelly Design-1 Blends Iconic and Modern Design Cues
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Quiet City Cars
Quiet City Cars
The Hidromek Compact City Vehicle Offers an Electric and Noise-Free Drive
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Turbocharged High-Performance Roadsters
Turbocharged High-Performance Roadsters
The Rp1 Roadster Blends Top-Notch Power With Balance
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Autonomous IoT Vehicles
Autonomous IoT Vehicles
'Olli' is a 3D-Printed Local Motors Car That's Powered by IBM Watson
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Gyroscopic Wheel Vehicles
Gyroscopic Wheel Vehicles
The 'O Wheel 2' Transportation Concept is Ruggedly Designed
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Hyper-Exclusive Sports Cars
Hyper-Exclusive Sports Cars
This Special Edition Ferrari Features Aerodynamic Performance Upgrades
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Eco-Friendly Garbage Trucks
Eco-Friendly Garbage Trucks
The Mack Truck LR Collection Truck Reduces Fuel Needs and Maintenance
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10
Open-Concept Electric SUVs
Open-Concept Electric SUVs
The Nissan 'Experve' Conceptual Car Design is Efficient in Design
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9
Carbon Fiber Supercars
Carbon Fiber Supercars
McLaren's MSO Carbon Series LT Cars Boast a Glossy Carbon Fiber Appearance
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Elegant Electric Trucks
Elegant Electric Trucks
This Truck Concept for Audi Is Modern and Less Harmful on the Environment
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Electric Island Vehicles
Electric Island Vehicles
The E-Mehari is an All-Terrain Electric Car Made with a Plastic Body
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Single-Person Urban Cars
Single-Person Urban Cars
The 'SpeedOneSeat' Concept Vehicle is Designed for Racing and Cities
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5
Retro Roof-Rack Cars
Retro Roof-Rack Cars
The Mini Clubman ALL4 Scrambler Features a Compact and Retro Design
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4
Affordable Expedition Trucks
Affordable Expedition Trucks
This Vehicle Offers Customizable Versatility At a Reasonable Price
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3
Flip-Top Vehicle Campers
Flip-Top Vehicle Campers
The Habitat Converts Your Toyota Tacoma Into A Proper Expedition Vehicle
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Converted Van DIYs
Converted Van DIYs
Filmmaker Zach Both Shows How to Transform a Van Into a Modern Apartment
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DIY Campervan Manuals
DIY Campervan Manuals
'The Vanual' Provides Details on How to Create a Camp Van from a Cargo Van
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