While it may seem like electric vehicles are the future of the auto industry, the May 2016 auto trends reveal a continued demand for luxury sports cars. As a result, there is a growing divide when it comes to practical vehicles versus those that are just for show.
On the one hand, many manufacturers are creating practical cars that are better adapted to city life. This largely refers to hybrid vehicles that are more efficient than their gas-guzzling counterparts. New city-specific features also include air filtration systems that eliminate exhaust pollution, as well as safety features that make it easier for drivers to share the road with cyclists and pedestrians.
On the other hand, many manufacturers are still producing dream cars for the luxury market. One example is the Nissan GT-R, which was recently adorned with a gold chrome finish both inside and out. Another example is the brand new Aston Martin Vantage GTS, which features a classic design and high-tech upgrades.
Top 60 Auto Ideas in May
From Lightweight Hybrid Vehicles to Gold-Plated Dream Cars:
Katherine Pendrill — May 22, 2016 — Autos
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Pedal-Powered Cars
The PodRide Lets You Get Around Easily In Different Environments
59
Futuristic Auto Cockpits
Peugeot's i-Cockpit Transforms Vehicular Control and Interior Appearance
58
Sporty Amphibious Cars
The Amphiborgini Was Made By SeaRoader Amphibious Vehicles
57
All-Terrain Flying Vehicles
The SkyRunner MK 3.2 is a Versatile Vehicle for Land and Sky Travel
56
Ultra-Luxurious Limousines
The New BMW 7 Series Cars Feature Truly Opulent Interiors
55
Cumbersome Truck Stunts
This Volvo Truck Stunt Showcases the FH16 Trucks' Crawler Gear System
54
Pioneering 3D-Printed Cars
Local Motors' 'LM3D Swim' is a Car Made of 75% 3D-Printed Parts
53
Multi-Terrain Tactical Vehicles
The 'Inde Amphimobile' Could Revolutionize Driving Capabilities
52
Gold-Plated Dream Cars
This Nissan GT-R Has Been Transformed into a Gold Car Using Paint and More
51
Century-Celebrating Cars
These Special Edition BMW 7 Series Vehicles Are Supremely Exclusive
50
Trucking Storage Racks
The Decked Storage Rack Allows Improved Utility and Organization
49
Powerful Off-Road SUVs
This Mid-Size SUV Includes a Slate Of Off-Road Safety Equipment
48
Sleek Edgy Snow Vehicles
The 'Snoped' Snow Mobile is Crafted from Sheet Metal for Sharp Edges
47
Compact Public Transportation Vehicles
The 'Tempo' Compact Vehicle Offers Space for Two Riders
46
Driverless Racing Cars
Roborace Reveals the Daniel Simon's Designs for the Big Event
45
Supremely Speedy Supercars
The Hennessey Venom GT Spyder is the World's Fastest Convertible
44
Driverless Transportation Pods
Singapore's GRT Pods Could Revolutionize Public Transport
43
Luxurious Extended Sedans
This Audi A8 L is a Six-Door Long Vehicle Outfitted with Ample Comforts
42
Conceptual Exposed Vehicles
The Naked Jaguar Opts for a Visible Framework Inspired by Motorcyles
41
Tile-Display SUVs
This Concept SUV Lets Drivers Rearrange the Infotainment Display
40
Tactical Combat Trucks
The Oshkosh LCTV Features an Armor Military Aesthetic for Off-Roading
39
Autonomous Aerodynamic Shipping Trucks
The Zoltan Major Concept Truck is Beautiful and Functional
38
Elongated Luxury Vehicles
This Long-Wheelbase Mercedes E-Class Targets the Chinese Car Market
37
Flagship Luxury Cars
This New Nissan Infinity Features a Supremely Advanced V6 Engine
36
Rugged Off-Road SUVs
The new Jeep Wrangler Rubicon is Designed For Off-Road Use
35
Sport-Focused Hybrid Cars
The Honda Acura MDX Features a Top-Notch Hybrid Powertrain
34
Carbon Fiber Race Cars
This New Volvo is Designed For the World Touring Car Championship
33
Self-Driving Software Tests
Model S and X Owners Can Enjoy a Free Month-Long Tesla Autopilot Trial
32
Heavy-Duty Hybrid Excavators
This Komatsu Excavator is Super Fuel-Efficient
31
Endurant Race Cars
This Toyota Race Car Features An Upgraded Aerodynamics Package
30
Supercharged Race Cars
This Mercedes Formula One Car is a Silent Killer On the Track
29
Lightweight Hybrid Cars
This Re-Engineered Subaru BRZ Features Dual Electric Motors
28
3D-Printed Car Headlights
3E Rapid Prototyping is Creating Printed Automotive Parts for Ford
27
Supercharged Luxury Cars
The Bentley Continental GT Speed is the Fastest Production Bentley Ever
26
Luxury Sport Utility Vehicles
The New Ford Explorer Offers Improved Engine and Design Features
25
Baseball-Inspired Trucks
The Ford F-150 MVP Edition Truck Design Celebrates the Kansas City Royals
24
Purist British Cars
This Brand New Aston Martin Features a Three-Pedal Control Setup
23
Impeccable Electric Cars
The Tesla Model 3 Makes Sustainable Transportation Affordable
22
Exclusive Redesigned Cars
The Aston Martin Vantage GTS Will Only Be Sold In the American Market
21
Oil Brand City Vehicles
The Shell Project M Concept Car Features a Fuel Economy of 89mpg
20
Family-Focused SUVs
This Off-Road Vehicle Keeps Families Comfortable During Bumpy Rides
19
Aerodynamic Sports Cars
The New Mercedes-AMG C 63 Cabriolet Comes In Standard and Sport Models
18
Two-Seater Training Cars
This Two-Seater Car is Equipped With Obstacle Detection & Remote Control
17
Intuitive Car Systems
'Toyota Connected' is a Vision for Cars of the Future Created with Microsoft
16
Headlight-Less Cars
This Self-Driving Ford Fusion Hybrid Has Night Vision
15
Updated Mid-Sized Cars
The New Audi A3 Features an Improved Engine and Safety Upgrades
14
Supercharged Police Trucks
The Ford F-150 Special Service Vehicle is Ready for Law Enforcement
13
Affordable Luxury Cars
The Lexus IS Sedan Blends Luxury, Performance and Affordability
12
Air-Filtering Vehicles
The Updated Tesla Model S Features HEPA Air Filtration
11
Remotely Connected SUVs
The New Ford Escape 2017 Allows Drivers Remote Access To Their SUV
10
Inclusive Car Showrooms
This New Vauxhall Showroom Features a Cafe and Kids' Gaming Section
9
Sporty Saloon Cars
The New Jaguar XE S Combines Saloon Functionality With Turbocharged Performance
8
Fuel-Efficient Hybrid Cars
The Honda Accord Hybrid Offers More Power With Less Fuel
7
Autonomous Public Transportation
Beverly Hills Discusses a Program to Develop Futuristic System
6
Turbocharged Race Cars
This Aston Martin Race Car Offers No-Holds-Barred Performance
5
Autonomous Taxi Services
nuTonomy's Fleet of Self-Driving Taxis Aims to Disrupt Transportation
4
Premium Mid-Size SUVs
The Infiniti QX Sport Inspiration Features Versatile Driving Modes
3
Turbocharged Grand Tourer Cars
The New Mercedes AMG GT R Features a 570-Horsepower Engine
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Eco-Friendly Tech Support Vehicles
The Best Buy Geek Squad will Now Drive the Toyota Prius c
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Iconic Hybrid Vehicles
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Offers An Eco-Friendly Driving Experience
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Plane-Inspired Vehicle Designs
This Mercedes-Benz Concept Vehicle by Al Yasid Balances Aesthetics
Customized Soccer Team Cars
Audi Unveils 2024 MLS Cup Championship Celebratory Wrapped Vehicles
Dynamic Silhouette Car Concepts
The Mercedes Dresscode Concept by Jeongtae Lee is Adaptable
Luxury Off-Road SUVs
The 2025 Lexus GX 550 Comes in Six Trim Options
Minimalist Aggressive Electric SUVs
This Polestar 8 Concept by Salvatore Ville is Curvaceous
Beautiful Automotive Design Books
Auto Photo Manual drives the car design coffee table book trend
Off-Grid Exploration Vans
The Conceptual GAC Van Life Autonomous Vehicle is Eco-Friendly
Luxe All-Electric Crossovers
The 2025 Porsche Macan EV Offers Around 310-Miles of Range
Streamlined Digital EV Concepts
The INFINITI Vision Qe Concept Has a Sleek, Futuristic Form
Semi-Transparent Concept Cars
This Renault Twingo Concept Features an Inside-Out Design
Luxury Long-Range Electric Sedans
The Lexus LF-ZC Was Unveiled at the Japan Mobility Show
Off-Grid Workspace Vehicles
The Škoda Roadiaq Concept Car is Based on the Enyaq iV
Flying Car Concepts
Alef Aeronautics Comes Closer to Making Flying Cars a Reality with Model-A
Heritage-Honoring Hybrid Coupes
The Sixth-Generation Honda Prelude Has a Hybrid-Electric Motor
Fashion Designer City Cars
The Fiat 500e x Giorgio Armani is the Ultimate in Italian Luxury
High-Performance Finale Race Cars
The 2025 Toyota GR Supra A90 Final Edition is Limited to 300
Hotel Room Vehicle Designs
The Mercedes x Belmond Vision Pullman Express is a Hotel on Wheels
Beastly Luxury Electric SUVs
The Audi Q4 55 e-tron Has 335-Horsepower and More
Retro-Futuristic Sports Cars
The DeLorean Cyberpunk Concept by Loïc Chauvin is 80s-Inspired
Bespoke Electric Convertibles
Cadillac Unveils its Luxurious SOLLEI Concept
Italian Sports Car-Branded Chargers
This Conceptual Ferrari EV Charger Pays Tribute to the Brand
Rugged Entry-Level Electric SUVs
The Rivian R3 Boasts a Dynamic and Practical Design
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
Electric Five-Door Cars
This Vehicle is a Reimagined Version Of the 'Renault 5' Sports Car
Contemporary Restomod Concept Cars
The Hyundai Pony Coupe Concept Merges the Past and Present
Groundbreaking Electric Vehicle Line-Ups
Honda Debuts Two Concepts Models in the Honda 0 Series
Dragon-Honoring Luxurious Cars
Rolls-Royce Celebrates Lunar New Year with Phantom Extended Cars
Superyacht-Inspired EV Concepts
The Acura Performance EV Concept Shows Off an Ultra-Modern Form
70s-Style Race Cars
The Hyundai N Vision 74 is Expected to Jump from Concept to Real Life
Futuristic Auto Micro Factories
Most Architecture Unveils a Modern Factory for Charge Cars
Luxury Off-Road Electric SUVs
The Range Rover Electric Prototype Has a New Traction Control System
Car design luxury books
Aston Martin and McLaren use Benedict Redgrove to showcase designs
Future-Facing EV Designs
The Jaguar Type 00 Showcases the Brand's Future
High-Performance Sports Car Models
The 2024 Ford Mustang GTD is Limited-Edition and Ultra-Sporty
Exquisitely Elegant Electric Cars
The 'Model 01' Adopts a Classy, Minimalist Aesthetic
Style-Conscious PHEVs
The 2024 Toyota Prius Prime is Sleek, Speedy and Spacious
Revamped Sleek Electric Vehicles
Cadillac Introduces a New LYRIQ Electric Car to its Lineup
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
Family-Friendly Hypercar Concepts
The Porsche Mission S Concept by Zhe Huang is Spacious
Electrified Classic Saloon Cars
Audi Has Outfitted a Vintage 'NSU Prinz 4' With An Electric Motor
All-Electric SUV Concepts
The Toyota LAND CRUISER Se Concept is at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show
Gold-Tinted Luxe Automobiles
Mercedes-AMG Launches a Golden Grand Edition G-Wagen
Dynamic Electric Vehicle Series
The Saloon and Space-Hub Join Honda's Sustainable 0 Series
Muscular Pickup Truck Concepts
The Nissan Yuga Pickup Truck Concept by Jobin Sunil is Stylish
Dynamic Precision Sports Cars
The BMW Concept Skytop is Elegant, Muscular and Sporty
Reimagined EV Van Models
The Conceptual GMC Safari Electric Brings Back a Classic Model
Sophisticated High-Range EV Sedans
The 2025 Audi A6 e-tron Comes in Several Motor Options
Trailblazing Luxury Electric SUVs
The 'Range Rover Electric' Will Offer Flagship Amenities & Specs
Exclusive Premium Electric Vehicles
Mercedes-Benz and Mattel Join Forces on the Electric G 580
Escapism Electric Vehicle Concepts
The 'Trekker' Concept Vehicle is Imagined for Urbanites in 2030
Luxury Italian PHEVs
The 2025 Lamborghini Urus SE Plug-In Hybrid Has 789-Horsepower
Inaugural Fully Electric Cars
Maserati Debuted the Folgore Model During Milan Design Week
Electric Urbanite SUVs
The Toyota Urban Cruiser is Built on the Brand's Dedicated BEV Platform
Curvaceous Electric Concept Cars
The 'EV Sport 01' Offers Powerful Performance In a Sleek Package
Convenience-Focused Vehicle Designs
The 2025 Mazda CX-90 Emphasizes Customization and Convenience
Racer-Inspired City Car Concepts
The Nissan Concept 20-23 is Imagined as the Perfect City Car
Shapeshifting Communal EVs
The Kia Concept PV5 and PV7 Have a Projected 2025 Release
Sculpted Zero-Emissions Crossovers
The Toyota Sport Crossover Concept Will Arrive in 2025
Luxury Italian Electric Vehicles
The AEHRA Sedan Has a Sleek Yet Practical Aesthetic
Automobile-Focused Home Designs
Ralph Lauren Home Unveils Modern Driver Collection
High Speed-Capable Electric Vehicles
Kia Announces Its High-Performance 'EV 9 GT' Model
Hydrogen-Powered Race Cars
The Toyota GR H2 Racing Concept is Imagined for Le Mans 24 Hours
Customizable Luxurious Superboats
Mayla Yacht Prepares to Fully Introduce a GT Superboat
Hydrogen-Powered Concept Vehicles
Yamaha Unveils its Hydrogen-Powered Golf Cart, the 'Drive H2'
All-Electric Luxury Cars
Lamborghini Unveils the Lanzador Concept, Its Inaugural All-Electric Auto
Solar-Powered Autonomous Vehicles
The 'Ada' Autonomous Vehicle Concept is Passively Charged
Tech-Rich Compact Cars
The 2024 Toyota Corolla Comes in Three Models
Electric Luxe Concept Vehicles
Porsche Unveils a Look at the New Mission X Concept Hypercar
Eco Police Vehicle Designs
This Police Car Interior by David Dahlberg is Ultra-Modern
F1-Inspired SUV Models
The Aston Martin DBX707 AMR24 Edition Maintains a Luxurious Form
Convertible Commercial RV Vans
Nissan and PlugVan Partnered to Showcase the Plug Module
Luxury Italian Supercars
Pagani's Latest Supercar is the 'Utopia' Roadster with 852 Horsepower
Fashion Designer-Visionary Cars
Moncler and Mercedes-Benz Present the G-Class Past II Future
Virtual Metaverse Supercars
Cupra Unveils the DarkRebel All-Electric Virtual Vehicle
Premium Electric Station Wagons
Mercedes Unveiled the 2025 G580 with Enhanced EQ Technology
70s-Style Four-Door EVs
The New Ford Capri is Built on the Volkswagen MEB Platform
Artistic Auto Showcases
The 20th BMW Art Car Was Unveiled at the Guggenheim Museum
Dazzling Rose-Hued SUVs
The Mercedes G-Class Stronger Than Diamonds Edition is Eye-Catching
Luxe Electric Family Vehicles
Cadillac's VISTIQ SUV Pairs Three-Row Comfort with EV Performance
High-Performance Hybrid Sports Cars
The 2026 Bugatti Tourbillon Has 1,775-Horsepower
Smartphone-Brand Electric Sedans
Xiaomi is Shaking Up the Electric Auto Industry With the 'SU7' EV
All-Electric Sleek Fastback Sedans
Volkswagen Presents the ID.7, an Electric Update
Athletically Sleek SUV Models
The 2025 Mazda CX-70 Comes in Several Power Options
Retro-Futuristic Headlight Automobiles
BMW Vision's Neue Klasse Gears Towards an Electric Angle
Electric Sporty Vehicle Concepts
Caterham Unveils a Look at the New Conceptual Project V
Metallic-Finished Electric SUVs
The 2024 Mustang Mach-E GT Bronze is Stylishly Accented
Electric Sports Car Concepts
Lotus is Designing its 'Theory 1' EV with Three-Seat Design
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-Styled Electric Convertibles
The Lightweight 'Carice TC2' Prioritizes Nostalgic Aesthetics
Inaugural Midsized Electric SUVs
The smart #5 Electric SUV Balances Function and Form
Zero-Compromise Hybrid SUVs
The Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid is Speedy Yet Efficient
Color-Changing Outdoor SUV Concepts
The Lexus LX 600 Premium AAP Build Has a Striking Wrap
Weatherized Winter Concept Vehicles
Genesis Presents the Striking X Snow Speedium Concept
Colorful Vivid Small Automobiles
Fiat Presents a New Colorful Update Transforming its Grey Cars
Range-Boosting Aerodynamic Systems
Hyundai's 'Active Air Skirts' Increase the Efficiency Of EVs
Sporty All-Electric Concept Cars
The Volkswagen ID.X Performance Maximizes Electric Capabilities
Electrified Supercar Concepts
Nissan Showcased the Hyper Force Concept Car at Japan Mobility Show
Hybrid-System Futuristic Hypercar Concepts
The Mercedes-AMG ONE Hypercar is Optimally Engineered
Reality-Bending Car Ads
CarGurus Ad Features Melting Lego and Gourmet Chef Toddlers
Sleek Exclusive Collaborative Cars
Hyundai Presents the IONIQ 5 Disney100 Platinum Edition
Sketched Luxurious Sportscars
Bugatti Presents the Golden Era Version of the Chiron Super Sport
Electrified Retro Sports Cars
The 'Caterham EV Seven' Will Feature An All-Electric Powertrain
Battery Electric Performance Vehicles
Nissan's New Ariya Nismo is Inspired by the E-4orce
All-Electric Pope Vehicles
Pope Francis Introduces a New Popemobile by Mercedes-Benz
Next-Gen Safety SUV Models
The Renault Symbioz Hybrid SUV is Modern and Fuel-Efficient
Painting-Inspired Artful Cars
The New BMW Art Car Takes the M Hybrid V8 As the Canvas
Inviting Curvaceous Electric SUVs
The Genesis Neolun Concept is High-Performance and Luxurious
Minimalist Luxury Sedan Concepts
This Rolls-Royce Concept by Ugur Sahin Design Has Character
Dynamic Auto Marketing Campaigns
Hyundai Promotes Its Electrical Vehicle Line-up
Elongated Electric Crossover Vehicles
The 2024 Acura ZDX EV Revives the Brand's Crossover Model
Classic Modernized Sleek Automobiles
Renault and Ora ïto Create the R17 Restomod Automobile
Performance-Focused Plug-In Hybrid Autos
Mercedes-Benz Canada Debuted a New Hybrid Sedan
All-Electric Sports Cars
Porsche's Vision 357 Speedster is an Ultra-Luxurious Model
Premium Sporty Electric Vehicles
Porsche Announces the Updated 2025 Taycan Sports Sedan
Heritage-Honoring Electric SUVs
The 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ-V Marks 20 Years of the V-Series
Transparent Modern Auto Updates
The Renault Twingo Gets Another New Design Iteration
Puzzle-Inspired Electric Minivans
HW Electric Designs a Modular Sustainable Electric Minivan
Track-Centric Premium Race Cars
Aston Martin Racing Introduces the New Vantage GT3 Car
Sustainable Hybrid Hypercars
Porsche's 2025 Carrera GTS is the First Performance Hybrid Drive
Luxury Utility Vehicle Concepts
The Pininfarina PURA Vision Concept Imagines the Future
AI-Empowered Vehicle Designs
Toyota Research Institute Plays Around with Generative AI
Dystopian Electric Vehicles
UP.FIT Refits Tesla Models Into Cyberpunk Tactile Vehicles
Immersive Ultra-Fast Electric Vehicles
Lotus Presents the Emeya Car with a Full Electric Build
Stylish Concept Electric Cars
The Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA Class has a Sleek Visual
Sculpted Digital Conceptual Vehicles
Nissan Presents a Look at the Hyper Adventure Digital Concept
Automatic Transmission Cars
Volkswagen Golf GTI's Farewell to Manual Transmissions Marks a New Era
Compact Electric SUVs
Volvo Delivers the New EX90 that is Set to Launch on June 7th
Six-Seater Adventure Vehicles
The Mitsubishi D:X Concept1 is Suited for Off-Road Adventures
Perforated Hybrid Supercars
The Aurora V12 has Holes for Aerodynamics and Cooling in its Frame
Hydrogen-Electric Racecars
The ACO and H24Project Unveiled 'MissionH24,' an Eco-Friendly Supercar
Dynamic Artful Car Designs
Julie Mehretu Unveils the Art-Adorned BMW M Hybrid V8 Car
Flagship Electric Stealthy Trucks
Ford's F-150 Lightning Platinum has a Sleek Tonal Look
Comfort-Centric Electric Cars
The Electre SUV by Lotus Boasts new Elevated Features
Updated Summer-Ready Electric Vehicles
The New EVs are Launched for BMW Summer 2023 Series
Price-Friendly All-Electric Premium SUVs
Volvo Unveils the New EX30 as a More Affordable Luxe SUV
Luxury-Focused Electric Cars
Audi Updates the Q8 E-Tron with More Premium Elements