Wind is the oldest of the elements that man has successfully harnessed to his benefit. Hundreds of years later, innovation is overwhelming the transportation world and wind is seizing its place back on the podium of the most efficient--and cleanest--energy sources.
From sea to earth, novel concepts are emerging to satisfy our undying thirst for exploration and adventure. Science and creativity manifest in these designs and gracefully blow the winds of change.
Implications - Energy-efficient designs and innovations are becoming increasingly important as many people are putting forth an effort to educate themselves about the deteriorating state of the environment. The world of transportation is being overcome with modes of transport that use natural elements rather than environmentally harmful fuel.
24 Wind-Powered Transportation Designs That Blow You Away
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$100 Million Sailboat
The Maltese Falcon
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Kite-Powered Yacht
Kitano Luxury Water Craft
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Hydrofoil Sailing Yacht Designs
‘eXplorius' Has V-Shaped Underwater Wings (UPDATE)
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Solar-Powered Hybrid Ferries
San Francisco Evolves
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Eco Luxury Yachts
The Green Jet by Erik Sifrer
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Portable Sail Boat
Urban Skiff
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Eye Candy At Sea
Hugo Boss Yacht
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Kite Ship's First Trans Atlantic Voyage
SkySail (Update)
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Monster Sailboats
PUMA's 'Il Monstro' for the Volvo Ocean Race
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Mini Recycled Yachts
3D Plywood Luxury Boat
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Future Racing
2025 Mercedes Formula Zero Sail Car at LA Design Challenge
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Popsicle Stick Viking Ships
Thor to Sail the World
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Eco-Friendly "Flying Fish"
Volitan Concept Boat
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eXplorius
the Hydrofoil Sailing Yacht
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Solar-Powered Sails
China Cuts Cargo Costs with Clean Power
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Inflatable Boat Fits in a Bag
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Venturi Electric Car
Powered by Sunlight or Wind
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Concept Kite Cars
The Wind Light Vehicle
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Kitewings
Skaters/Boarders Get Air & Speed
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Awesome Experiences for Auction
Sweemo
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Youth Eco Sails
4 Year Pangaea Expedition
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Eco-Friendly Sailing Wine
Languedoc Wine Carried by Sailboats
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Origami Boat
Folds to the Size of a Windsurf Board
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Aero Designed Boat for Speed
Bladerunner X8 Goes Like the Wind
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Hydrogen-Powered Hypersonic Airplanes
The SKY Magnetar Travels at Five-Times the Speed of Sound
Plane-Inspired Vehicle Designs
This Mercedes-Benz Concept Vehicle by Al Yasid Balances Aesthetics
Futuristic Single-Seater Bikes
The Canyon Future Mobility Concept Has a Carbon Fiber Shell
Two-in-One Kids Scooter Designs
This Children's Electric Scooter Concept is Adjustable
Roof-Mounted EV Charging Systems
The GoSun SUN Delivers 1,200 Watts of Clean Energy for EVs
Short-Range Electric Motorcycles
The ATHENA e-Motorcycle Concept by Zhengxuan Xie is Stylish
Multifunctional Transport Buses
The Bubblic Public Imagines the Future of Public Transit
Travel-Ready Wind Turbines
The Aurea Technologies 'Shine 2.0' Wind Turbine Generator
Honeycomb-Shaped Wind Turbines
This Bladeless Wind Turbine Design is Easy to Implement Anywhere
Expanding Off-Grid Electric RVs
The Electric Transformer House is Sustainable and Luxurious
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Bikes
HydroRide Bikes Recharge Exponentially Quicker than Lithium Bikes
Motorized Electric Off-Road Wagons
The e-Beach Wagon Has a Safe, Variable Speed
Folding Wing eVTOL Vehicles
The PteroDynamics Transwing eVTOL Has a Simple Design
Modular Monowheel Hoverboards
The Conceptual 'NAO.WHEEL' Works in a Variety of Orientations
Two-Wheeled EV Concepts
The 'SHANE' Two-Wheeled Electric Car Concept Has Space for Five
Futuristic Portable Pods
This Ventilated Pod is Designed For a Multitude Of Applications
Flying Car Concepts
Alef Aeronautics Comes Closer to Making Flying Cars a Reality with Model-A
Rotating Solar-Powered Benches
'A Solar-Powered Bench That Spins Ever So Slowly' is Interactive
Sustainable Electric Bike Concepts
Przemysław Wolnicki Designed the Concept E-THUNDER Bike
Compact Portable Power Stations
Volcan Creative's Futuristic Power Station is Trustworthy
Nature-Inspired Solar Panel Trees
New World Wind Develops the Aeroleaf Hybrid Technology
Autonomous Timber Transportation Shuttles
The Conceptual 'Timber Shuttle' is Eco-Focused
Propellerless Boat Motors
This Motor Uses An Undulating Membrane Inspired By Dolphins & Jellyfish
Shapeshifting Electric Motorbikes
The Conceptual Sony x Honda E-Volve by Jennifer Ellison is Sleek
Retro-Inspired Electric Vehicle Concepts
The Makkina Triumph TR25 is Inspired by the Jabbeke TR2
Long-Distance Electric Scooters
The 'Pro.Zui' Electric Scooter Concept by Ognjen Docic is Sleek
Eco-Friendly Ammonia Engines
These Engines Can Power Automobiles Whilst Curbing Carbon Emissions
Four-Wheeled Hybrid Bike Designs
The Karver Cyle Concept K1 by Kip Kubisz is Performance-Driven
Shapeshifting Electric Rickshaw Scooters
The Surge S32 Has an Interchangeable Body Frame
Emissions-Free Electric Leisure Boats
The GoSun Elcat Solar Electric Boat Has a 1.3kWh Motor
Sustainable Multi-Person Scooters
Of My Imagination Designs the Hop Vehicle for Urban Spaces
Solar-Powered Water Purifiers
The Stil Water Purifier Leverages the Sun's Energy
Supersonic Aircraft-Inspired EVs
The Conceptual Concorde 20+ Features Aviation Inspiration
Water-Ready Sports Car Concepts
The Citroën Above and Under by Sangheon Chung is Transformative
Ultra-Fast One-Person Electric Vehicles
Alauda Aeronautics Unveils the New Airspeeder MK4 Vehicle
Wearable Solar Power Stations
BLUETTI's Latest Power Solution is a Solar-Powered Backpack
Sustainable Airport Terminal Designs
This Lush Green Terminal is Powered By Renewable Energy
All-Electric Towed Trailers
The Lightship L1 Trailer is Battery-Powered and has a Minimal Design
Biotech-Informed Surfboard Designs
The BATTBOARD Electric Surfboard is Ready for the Water
Neo-Urbanite Off-Grid eBikes
The Conceptual 'E-THUNDER' Electric Bike is Commute and Trail-Ready
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
Elegant Shape-Shifting Concept Bikes
Richard Huang Designs the Very Sleek Project M³ Motorbike
Aerodynamic Electric Sedans
Volkswagen's 'ID.7' Sedan Offers An Impressive Range Of 700 Kilometers
Urban Rental Scooter Systems
The 'City Wander' Portable Rental Scooter Concept is Space-Efficient
Solar-Powered Water Purifiers
The 'Stil' Water Purifier by Hans Ramzan is Sustainable
Eco Strategy Games
Catan - New Energies Puts a Modern, Sustainable Twist on the Strategy Game
Retro-Inspired Two Seater EVs
The Pininfarina DYNO by Kanishq Palav Has Hubless Wheels
Emissions-Free Snowmobiles
The Vidde Alfa Electric Snowmobile Was Created with Pininfarina
Hydrogen-Powered Refuse Trucks
Hyzon Motors and New Way Trucks Have Entered into a Partnership
Biophilic Design Electric Vehicles
The AZULIK Mobility Electric Vehicle is Nature-Inspired
Folding Wing eVTOL Vehicles
This eVTOL Concept Design by Karina Gotseva is Aerodynamic
Modernized Off-Grid Travel Trailers
The Airstream Trade Wind Trailer Supports 600W of Solar Power
Hydrogen-Powered Vehicle Systems
Layer Designs the Croft System to Sustainably Power Vehicles
1920s-Inspired Electric Vehicles
The Bentley Blower Jnr is by Bentley and the Little Car Company
Single-Wheeled Modular Concepts
Nao.Design Creates the NAO.WHEEL Transport Concept
Three-Wheeled Electric Bikes
The Veemo Velomobile from ENVO is a Stable, Efficient Vehicle
Oddball Penny-Farthing Bikes
This High-Wheel Bike Features a Motor and Battery
Solar-Powered Charging Robots
The Conceptual Solar Mars Bot Provides Power to Charge Up Solutions
Escapism Electric Vehicle Concepts
The 'Trekker' Concept Vehicle is Imagined for Urbanites in 2030
Electric Solar-Powered Campers
Lightship designs the L1 Trailer with Futuristic Elements
Solar-Powered Rail Bus Systems
The RTA in Dubai Presents Plans for Floc Duo Rail System
60s-Inspired Electric Superbikes
Robert Turner Designs a New Electric Superbike Concept
DIY Portable Electric Campers
Designer Quiet Nerd Creates a Unique New Electric Camper
Emissions-Free eVTOL Aircraft
This Aircraft Will Utilize a Liquid Hydrogen Powertrain
Neo-Minimal E-Bike Concepts
TienHung.Design Presents the Diode E-Bike with a Futuristic Look
Zero-Emissions Electric Ships
The Hurtigruten Norway Sea Zero Cruise is Fully Electric
Hydrogen-Powered Superyacht Models
Feadship Unveils the Project 821 Hydrogen Superyacht
Solar-Powered Electric Boats
This Boat's Batteries are Powered With the Help Of Solar Panels
Single-Blade Offshore Wind Turbines
The 'TouchWind' Turbine System Can Handle Higher Wind Speeds
Hydrogen-Powered Concept Vehicles
Yamaha Unveils its Hydrogen-Powered Golf Cart, the 'Drive H2'
Style-Conscious Air Purifiers
The Windmill Air Purifier Comes in Three Models
Solar-Powered Autonomous Vehicles
The 'Ada' Autonomous Vehicle Concept is Passively Charged
Floating Wind Platforms
This Offshore Platform Allows For Ultra-Efficient Turbine Operations
Energy-Hauling Battery Tankers
This Japanese Tanker Can Transport Surplus Renewable Energy
Wind-Powered Cargo Ships
Mitsubishi Corporation Retrofits Pyxis Ocean for Sustainability Purposes
Accessible Space Travel Systems
This Space Elevator Concept by Jordan William Hughes is Wondrous
Modular Powered Wheelchair Designs
The 'Fluid' Wheelchair Hand Cycle Supports Quick Movement
Sustainable Air Travel Concepts
The Airbus Airspace Cabin Vision 2035+ Concept is Eco-Focused
Chic EV Motorbikes
Horwin's Senmenti 0 Electric Motorcycle Was Debuted at Ces 2024
Low-Cost Battery Alternatives
MIT Scientists Develop Efficient Energy Storage System
Solar-Powered Cargo Bikes
The Inga from Infinite Mobility Promises Free Charging via Solar Energy
Miniature Model Wind Tunnels
The 'Windsible' Desktop Wind Tunnel Comes in Three Sizes
Weekend Excursion City Vehicles
The Playbox Urban Mobility Vehicle is Imagined for 2040
Futuristic Fusion Power Plants
This Power Plant Will Efficiently Contribute to the Electrical Grid
Hyper-Speed Charging Electric Vehicles
The Nyobolt Concept EV Powers Up in Just Six-Minutes
All-Electric Personal Watercraft
This Eminently Sleek Watercraft Will Offer High-Speed Propulsion
Sleek Sustainable EV Concepts
The Opel Experimental EV Concept Has Augmented Projection Technology
Turtle-Inspired Sleek Automobiles
Mercedes Benz Presents a Look at the Vision iMobility
Bendable Battery Designs
Anthro Energy's Flexible Battery Was Showcased at the Beacon Exhibition
Zero-Emissions Aircraft
This Battery-Electric Aircraft Aims to Revolutionize Air Travel
Origami-Inspired Solar Panels
Sego Innovations Develops a New Foldable and Portable Solar Panel
Six-Wheel Drive Concept EVs
The Land AIrcraft Carrier by XPENG AEROHY is Made for Exploration
Hydrofoil Technology Electric Boats
Vessev Introduces the Impressive VS-9 Electric Boat
Aesthetic Functional Power Stations
The 'The Force' Power Station Comes in Three Capacities
Emissions-Free Cargo Barges
The H2 Barge 2 Project Will Convert the Vessel to Clean Energy
Zero-Emission Solar-Powered Aircrafts
The Falcon Horizon by Laszlo Nemeth Runs on Solar Power
Design-Forward Air Purifiers
The Windmill Air Purifier Nods to Japanese Scandinavian Minimalism
Disaster-Prepared Electric Vans
Japanese Automaker HW Electro Unveils a Solar-Powered Electric Van
Range-Boosting Aerodynamic Systems
Hyundai's 'Active Air Skirts' Increase the Efficiency Of EVs
Flying Umbrella Prototypes
This Hands-Free Device Hovers Above You to Protect From the Rain
DIY Robotics Toys
The WindBots from Thames & Kosmos are Intricate Learning Toys
All Terrain Electric Skis
Skwheel One Travels Up to 50 Mph on Snow, Sand, and More
Battery-Powered Food Trucks
Food Trucks are Replacing Dirty Generators with Clean Battery Systems
Aquatic Clean Energy Generators
Achelous Developed a Float that Generates Clean Energy from Rivers
Petite Solar-Powered EVs
The 'Buggy' is a Micro Vehicle That Offers Comfortably Compact Motoring
Clean Energy Battery Companies
Greenworks Group Has Been Featured in The Human Component
Eco-Friendly Cafe Vehicles
This Conceptual Solar-Powered Coffee Truck Operates Anywhere
Turbine Recycling Services
Enva Launches a Wind Turbine Blade Recycling Service in the UK
Updated Air Taxi Designs
Hyundai Unveils the New Elevated S-A2 Air Taxi During CES
Eco-Friendly Aviation Startups
Ecojet Will Offer Hydrogen-Electric Flights With a Green Ethos
Research-Centric Hydrogen Motorcycles
This Open-Source Two-Wheeler Aims to Encourage Innovation
Zero-Emissions Hypersonic Jets
The Venus Aerospace Stargazer Hypersonic Aircraft Concept is Sleek
Adaptable Foldable Electric Bikes
Buzzy Bike Designs a Dynamic and Expressive E-Bike
Public Flying Air-Taxis
The Public eVTOL Design Project by Joowon Lee Readies for Urban Spaces
Powerful All-Electric Solar Trailers
Living Vehicle Designs the 2024 HD Trailer on Solar Power
Hydrofoiling Electric Boats
Navier's 'N30' Boat Promises Eco-Friendly Waterway Transportation
All-Electric Restaurant Concepts
This Chipotle Restaurant Design Harnesses Wind & Solar Power
Sustainable Travel Methods
Intrepid Unveils a Sustainable Travel Service to Incentivize Rail Usage
Puzzle-Inspired Electric Minivans
HW Electric Designs a Modular Sustainable Electric Minivan
Efficient Virtual Power Plants
These Battery-Swap Stations Are Contributing to the Electrical Grid
Lightweight Powered Cargo Carts
The Outisan e-Wagon Air Supports Up to 150-Pounds
Deconstructed Windmill Installations
Taiyi Yu Presents the W.I.P.: Windmill In Play Installation
Solar Cell Cycling Paths
These Dutch Cycling Paths Are Sheathed In Photovoltaic Cells
Solar-Powered Golf Carts
LOBO EV Marks Its Third Successful Export of Golf Carts to the U.S.
Green Energy-Delivering Ships
This Revolutionary Ship Can Deliver Clean Energy to Vessels At Port
Ammonia-Powered Ships
This Novel Ship Uses Green Ammonia For Emissions-Free Maritime Transport
Solar Generator-Integrated Backpacks
The Handsfree 2 Backpack by BLUETTI has a Power Station
Light-Powered Racing Toys
Light’n Race Uses and Teaches Fundamental Physics Principles
Recycled Ship Sail Pavilions
The Breeze Installation is Installed at Chart Art Fair
Climate-Friendly Waterfront Homes
From 4 to 1 Creates Three Pavilions in Copenhagen
Portable Wind Turbine Generators
Aurea Technologies Inc. Creates the Ultra-Portable Shine 2.0
Hydrogen-Electric Racecars
The ACO and H24Project Unveiled 'MissionH24,' an Eco-Friendly Supercar
Inflated Vibrant Futuristic Buses
Midjourney Helped Create the Mutated School Bus Design
Energy-Efficient Hybrid Vehicles
These Peugeot Hybrid Vehicles Reduce Fuel Use by 15%
Futuristic Wave Energy Plants
This Plant Can Harness Marine Energy to Produce Green Hydrogen
Toy Car Aerodynamic Systems
The Miniature Wind Tunnel to Show Off Toy Car Collections
Decarbonizing Demonstrator Aircraft
The 'EcoPulse' is Powered By High-Density Batteries
Swedish Electric Road Highways
Trafikverket is Leading a Project to Charge EVs Whilst Driving
AI-Powered Sail Systems
The 'FastRig' System Allows For Efficient Use Of Wind Power