Buses that relay real-time traffic information, female-only biking clubs and senior-focused ridesharing services are just a few of the concepts that are covered in the top September 2016 commuting ideas.
One of the most prevalent themes across these emerging ideas in commuting is the coming together of products and companies in order to offer enhanced functionality and benefits to consumers. For instance, this include a partnership that was launched between Lyft and Starbucks to support the coffee chain's existing loyalty program.
There are several services, products and promotions that are now being created to target a growing number of public transportation users. For instance, the Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District launched an app that uses crowdsourcing as a means of ensuring safety and Currys PC World teamed up with Dyson to create a cooling fan installation to keep commuters feeling comfortable on hot summer days.
Top 25 Commuting Ideas in September
From Elderly Ridesharing Initiatives to Motocross Bike Hybrids:
Laura McQuarrie — Sep 25, 2016 — Autos
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Foldable Electric Bikes
This Compact E-Bike Makes for Easy Portability Between Rides
34
Minimalist Commuter Backpacks
The 'Slim Pack' is a Spacious Low-Profile Bag Designed for Commuters
33
Motocross Bike Hybrids
The Tempus Electric Bike Provides An Electric Racer Functionality
32
Swanky Backpack Panniers
The Wayside Backpack Can Be Attached To Your Bike Rack For Long Rides
31
Inexpensive Electric Bikes
A Fundraising Campaign for These Bikes Delivers Them Upon Ordering
30
Crinkling Bicycle Wrenches
The 'Crankl' Torque Wrench Crinkles When the Torque is Optimal
29
Traffic-Alleviating Elevated Buses
China's TEB-1 is a Bus That Allows Cars to Pass Underneath It
28
Pedal-Mounted Turn Signals
The 'Bicycle Winker' Makes Cycling Safer with Clear Turn Signals
27
Commuter-Cooling Fan Installations
This Currys PC World and Dyson Stunt Helps Travelers Cool Off
26
Aerodynamic Convertible Velomobiles
The Cabriovelo Features Folding Sides and Weather Protection
25
Cycling-Centric Buildings
This Apartment Building Exemplifies Cycling-Friendly Architecture
24
Female-Only Bike Clubs
The 'Bad Girls Bike Club' is a Safe Space for Women to Learn About Cycling
23
Dynamic Cycling Multi-Tools
The Wayside Multi-Tool Includes 19 Tools For Every Cycling Fix
22
Lickable Breathalyzer Cards
This Uber Driving Campaign Reveals If a Bar-Goer Has Overindulged
21
Phone-Charging Billboards
This Dragon Quest Billboard Offers Mobile Phone Chargers for Commuters
20
Roll-Up Waterproof Knapsacks
The Commuter+Unroll Backpack Allows for Compartment Customization
19
Women-Specific Electric Bikes
The Karmic Kyoto was Designed with Women in Mind
18
Hands-Free Autonomous Trunks
This Robotic Case Follows You from Your Departure to Your Destination
17
Rugged Transport Totes
The 'Transit Bag' Provides Versatile Luggage That Withstands Constant Use
16
Olympic Partnership Rideshares
Visa RioPool Unites Riders from Various Backgrounds and Cities
15
Coffee Rideshare Programs
The Lyft & Starbucks Promotion Rewards Customer with Incentive Deals
14
Wall-Mounted Bicycle Brackets
The Airlok Bracket Keeps Your Bike Secure and Out Of Your Way
13
Composite Cycle-Towed Caravans
This Lightweight Caravan Features a Fully Insulated Interior
12
Compact Bicycle Pumps
The Ninja P Mini-Pump is Small and Portable in Size to Clip Onto Bike Seats
11
Secure Bicycle-Parking Apps
The Nookhub App Lets You Park Your Bicycle In Convenient Locations
10
Senior-Friendly Rideshare Apps
'GoGoGrandparent' is an Easy Way for Elderly People to Order Ubers
9
Illuminated Bicycle Bells
The Shoka Bell Incorporates Illumination and Alarm Features
8
Bus-Tracking School Apps
This App Helps Parents Track School Bus Locations In Real Time
7
Elderly Rideshare Initiatives
grandPad Teamed Up with Uber to Help Seniors Get Around
6
Monstrous Movie Buses
This Promotional Bus Marks the Launch of Godzilla Resurgence in Japan
5
Music Festival Rideshares
Flok is a Ridesharing Community That Connects Music and Sports Fans
4
App-Free Rideshare Ordering
Uber Patrons in India can Order a Ride Through dial.uber.com
3
Traffic-Updating Buses
Transport for London Now Has Buses with Real-Time Traffic Updates
2
Multi-Stop Rideshares
The Lyft Multi-Stop Trip Now Lets Riders Request Multiple Stops On A Trip
1
Proactive Tipster Apps
This App Helps Transit Users Report Suspicious Activity to Authorities
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Multifunctional Transport Buses
The Bubblic Public Imagines the Future of Public Transit
New Commuter Bike Designs
Velotric Unveiled its Upcoming 'Discover 2' Designed for City Life
Cyberpunk Cityscape Electric Bikes
The Conceptual 'Ayra' Bike by Radka Zvarova is Futuristic
Pedal-Assist Electric Quadricycles
The 'Karbike' Combines Advantages Of E-Bikes and Micro-Cars
Autonomous Vehicle Coffee Makers
The 'DOTS' Vehicle Coffee Machine by Junseo Oh is Compact
Multifunctional Hybrid Electric Bikes
YU ID Presents the Versatile Electric Mobility Bike
Eco-Friendly QSR Trials
NextGen Consortium Partners with 30 California QSR on Reusable Cup Trial
Lifestyle-Conscious Transportation Pods
The KIA Pod Concept by Junseok Park Has Level 5 Autonomy
Impairment-Aiding Navigation Apps
The Commute Booster App is Made to Help the Visually Impaired
Compact Cargo E-Bikes
These Electric Bikes Boast Pedal-Assisted Cargo-Hauling Abilities
Travel-Friendly Luggage
BÉIS Recently Introduced the Commuter Collection
Sustainable Electric Bike Concepts
Przemysław Wolnicki Designed the Concept E-THUNDER Bike
Sustainable Multi-Person Scooters
Of My Imagination Designs the Hop Vehicle for Urban Spaces
Futuristic E-Bike Concepts
Decathlon's 'Magic Bike 02' is Designed For Versatile Transportation
Neo-Urbanite Off-Grid eBikes
The Conceptual 'E-THUNDER' Electric Bike is Commute and Trail-Ready
Woman-Focused E-Hailing Apps
Kgosigadi Rides is a Safe Transportation App for Women and Girls
Micromobility Brand Bike Debuts
Conversion Kit Brand 'Swytch' is Releasing its First eBike
Snazzy Electric Mobility Scooters
The 'Tectus' is Designed to Transport Seniors In Safety & Style
Branded Departure Boards
"Bumble Airlines" Promotes a Premium Dating App Feature
Commuter-Oriented Tech Accessories
MOFT Taps TOMBOGO for the New 'Creative Commuter' Capsule
AI-Fueled Urban E-Bikes
The 'LX2' Uses AI Tools to Shift Gears & Optimize Pedaling Output
Escapism Electric Vehicle Concepts
The 'Trekker' Concept Vehicle is Imagined for Urbanites in 2030
Connected Urbanite Electric Bikes
The Pave Motors BK e-Bike Has a Sleek, Minimalist Design
Wireless E-Bike Charging Systems
MobiDock Launched a Charging Ecosystem for Bikes and Scooters
Cross-Country Beer Trains
The Coors Light Chill Train Invites Passengers Aboard with CGI
Public Transit-Themed Swimwear
Transport for London and Budgy Smuggler Partnered on a Collection
Cooling Bus Shelter Designs
EMT Madrid Spearheads the Quest for Comfortable Public Transportation
Solar-Powered Rail Bus Systems
The RTA in Dubai Presents Plans for Floc Duo Rail System
Hands-Free Driving Campaigns
Ford UK's Social Campaign Shares Merch for the "Passenger Princess"
Electric Car-Sharing Programs
Prima at Paseo South Gulch Has Partnered with Envoy Technologies
Collapsible Commuter E-Bikes
Dahon's Latest Battery-Powered Bike is Designed For Easy Portability
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
Autonomous Interactive Shuttle Buses
The Coach Atoz Shuttle Bus by Disegno T9 is Communicative
Pocket-Sized Wellness Shots
Ryde Supports "Wellbeing in One Shot" with Natural Flavors
Safety-Enhancing Ride Share Devices
Bosch Ridecare Was Made with Ride Share Drivers in Mind
Next-Generation E-Bike Capsules
Pedego Created Three New E-Bike Models for the US Market
Cyclist Safety-Focused Smart Sensors
Vivacity Sensors are Helping with Keeping Bikers Safe
Intuitive Commuter Bikes
Trek's Latest E-Bike is Designed for Lightweight City Riding
AI Startup Idea Generators
IdeaPicker Scours Reddit to Discover Your Next Big Idea
Rideshare Delivery Partnerships
DoorDash and Lyft Partnered to Offer Perks to DashPass Members
Automobile-Inspired E-Bike Launches
Ford Launches the Bronco and Mustang-Inspired E-Bikes
Accessible Step-Through E-Bikes
Lime's New E-Bike Models Don't Require Manual Pedaling
Integrated Transportation Centers
The Jinjialing Overpass Underground Transportation Center Opens
Menstrual Cycle Wellbeing Initiatives
Clue & Headspace Address Menstrual Cycles & Mental Wellness
Optimized Driving Route Tools
Routora Promises to Reduce Drive Time by 30%
Hyper-Compact Commuter eBikes
The E-POP-CYCLE Has a 350W Front-Hub Motor and Foldable Construction
Car-Free Day Campaigns
Swapfiets Advocates for Car-Free Days in Dutch Cities
Commuter-Focused Exploration E-Bikes
TENWAYS Launches the City Commuter and City Explorer Series
Iconic Car-Inspired Electronic Bikes
Ford and N Plus Join Forces on Bronco-Inspired Off-Road Bikes
Smart Shifting Commuter Bikes
Lectric Bikes is Back with the Affordable 'Lectric ONE' Commuter
Chic EV Motorbikes
Horwin's Senmenti 0 Electric Motorcycle Was Debuted at Ces 2024
Marketing Idea Generators
Thunderbucket Provides Marketing Ideas and Observations at Speed
AI-Enhanced Smart Bikes
This eBike is Equipped With ChatGPT, Anti-Theft Protections and More
Rideshare Safety Features
Gridwise Partners with Bosch to Launch the RideCare Companion
Campy Wearable Seats
The Sweet Seat is a Stylish, Comfortable Solution for Commuters
Neighborly Contracting Apps
Pigybak Ride Helps Neighbors Support Neighbors with Home Projects
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
Accessible Subway QR Codes
Colorful QR Codes in New York's Subways Will Help People Navigate
Social-First Car Campaigns
Škoda's Reddit Car Share Amplified the Voices of Passionate Fans
Car Rental Partnerships
Turo & Hopper Join Forces to Revolutionize Car Booking in Travel Industry
Street-Informed Collaborative E-Bikes
Daily Paper Taps the Help of Super73 to Create the ZX Bike
Comforting Disney Water Bottles
Uber x Pixar Release Inside Out 2 Emotional Support Water Bottle
Chicagoan Chatbot Services
This Chatbot Helps Users Navigate Chicago's Public Transit System
Reusable Cup Programs
Starbucks is Participating in a City-Wide Collaborative Reuse Project
Comfortable Functional Electric Bikes
The New Cafe Cruiser by Ride1Up has a Sleek Design
Web Browser-Focused Rebate Programs
Shift is Launching the Toggle Tax Rebate Program
Comprehensive Travel Navigation Apps
Destination App Integrates Information from Over 800 Sources
Activity-Monitoring Sports Apps
Strava Heatmaps Offer Athletes Insights into Populated Areas
Car-Free AR Lenses
Bolt's Feels Like Home Campaign Uses AR to Envision Car-Free Spaces
Self-Driving Cab App Expansions
The Robotaxi Cruise Service Will Launch on Uber Platforms
Updated Sustainable API Features
Google Adds New Features to its Ingenious Project Sunroof
AI-Powered CCTV Systems
Amazon Unveils a New Emotion-Detecting AI Software for Train Passengers
Apparel Brand Industry Expansions
'Reebok' is Expanding to Enter the Micro-Mobility Space
Prodigally Priced Commuter E-Bikes
The 'Prodigy V2' Offers Premium Features At An Accessible Price
Detailed Travel-Planning Apps
80days.me Will Design a European Adventure in Minutes
Car Transfer Service Apps
Andersen Collaborated with a Ride-Sharing Provider on This New Product
Eco-Friendly Cafe Vehicles
This Conceptual Solar-Powered Coffee Truck Operates Anywhere
Delivery Company eBike Partnerships
Grubhub Partnered with JOCO to Provide Safety-Certified eBikes
Israel-Based eBike Manufacturers
'PNY' was Founded in 2020 to Make Transport More Sustainable
Hyper-Local Gym Ads
GymBox's Made for London Life Ads Juxtapose City Living and Gym-Going
Vibrant Retro Transport Campaigns
VCCP Creates Public Transport Safety Campaigns for the TFL
Electric Bikeshare Programs
'Bluebikes' is Adding a Fleet of eBikes to its Rental Suite
Artist-Envisioned Electric Bikes
Upway Unveils New Bikes with the Artist Collaboration Series
AR E-Scooter Parking Apps
Neuron Mobility Recently Unveiled a New AR Parking Assistant App
Travel-Themed Book Recommendations
Belletrist Curated The Reading Route for Trainline
Self-Driving Food Delivery Services
Uber Eats is Launching Waymo Delivery Services in Phoenix
Friendship-Focused Election Campaigns
Flash Pack Has Introduced The Friendship Bus
Cycle-Ready Vibrant Streetwear
Lydia Bolton Designs a New Streetwear Capsule with Lime
UAE-Based Smart Taxis
UAE Residents Will Be Able to Call AI Smart Taxis Thanks to Hyundai
Halloween-Themed Delivery Partnerships
Uber's Partnership with Spirit Halloween is Spooky
On-Demand Electric Boat Taxis
Bangkok's Electric Boat Taxi Commenced Service in July
Gender-Based Rideshare Features
Lyft's New Gender-Based Safety Feature is Available Across the US
Adaptable Foldable Electric Bikes
Buzzy Bike Designs a Dynamic and Expressive E-Bike
Festive Rideshare Booths
Uber's Naughty or Nice Booth Rewards Riders with Above-Average Scores
Accesible Autonomous Transportation Services
The 'Nubit' Autonomous Mobility Service is Modular
Emissions-Free Meal Deliveries
Zoomo and Uber Eats Have Partnered for Deliveries in London
Kenyan E-Bike Service Partnerships
Bolt Partnered with Three Brands to Expand E-Bikes in Kenya
Electric Cargo Bike-Sharing Programs
CargoB Launched in Boston as USA's First Cargo Bikeshare
Eco-Friendly Commuter Bikes
Svitch is Launching the 'CSR 762' After Announcing it in 2022
Voting Day Rideshare Deals
Lyft Rolls Out Its Most Extensive Voting Initiative to Date
Sustainable Travel Methods
Intrepid Unveils a Sustainable Travel Service to Incentivize Rail Usage
Digital Fare Collection Services
Bloomington Transit Now Accepts Fare Payments Using a Mobile App
Peformance-Enhancing Taxi Apps
Ajman Transport Authority Debuts a 'Cabby' Application for Taxis
Long-Term Bike Rental Services
'Yulu' Offers Bike Rentals from an App for Up to 90 Days
Backpacker-Connecting Travel Apps
Cotravel Brings Backpackers from Around the Globe Together
Broken Bike Lock Furniture
Design Students Showcase the People and Places Exhibition
Eco-Conscious Coffee Packaging
Bruvi Teams Up with Lamill and Joyride on Sustainable Coffee Pods
Kenyan E-Bike Programs
Uber Drivers in Kenya can Now Use an Uber-Branded E-Bike with Electric Boda
Sustainable E-Bike Deliveries
Deliveroo UAE Has Integrated Electric Bikes Into its Delivery Fleet
Helmet-Secured Bike Prototypes
Eliès Hamzaoui Designs the On Board Helmet System
Automated Transit Buses
Vicinity Motor Corp. Deploys Its Electric Bus in Michigan
Premium eBike Subscription Services
Wombi Released in Seattle to Make eBikes More Accessible
Eco-Friendly Taxi Services
Wayder is a New Taxi and Delivery Service in Bristol, UK
Campus-Wide Bike Sharing Services
UBC is Rolling Out the 'Mobi' Sharing Service On Campus
Event Shuttle Rideshare Services
Uber Shuttle is Targeted Towards Sporting Events and Concerts
Pet-Friendly Rideshare Services
Lyft Has Introduced a New Feature Called Pet Rides
E-Bike Voucher Programs
The City of Boulder is Investing in Sustainable Transit with Vouchers
User-Generated Toronto Baseball Ads
GO Transit Celebrates Toronto Blue Jays with Fan-Created Ads
Smart Bike Docking Stations
Urban Racks Improves the Cycling Experience in British Columbia
Expanded E-Bike-Sharing Programs
BCycle will be Available in Capitola's new Sharing Program
Affordable Public Transport Initiatives
Germany Offers Unlimited Public Transit for €49 Monthly
Student-Targeted Trip Promotions
Busbud will Offer Seven Students a Year of Free Transportation
Pampering Rideshade Cars
Bliss x Alto Teamed Up to Create a Custom Passenger Princess Car
Flexible User-Centric Rideshares
Careem Introduces Flexi Rides to Bolster its Market Presence
Enriching Senior Initiatives
Ogilvy Shanghai Debuts a Seniors Initiative Called 'Morning Shanghai'
Bid-Based Ride Hailing Services
The InDrive Ride Hail Platform is Now Available in the Us
Protected Driver Selection Features
Lyft Lets Riders Select Who They'd Prefer Their Driver to Be
Explorative Entrepreneur Ideas
Hustle Momumtum Invites You to Discover and Launch Side Hustles
Taxi Round-Trip Services
Uber Unveils the Intercity Round Trips Feature for Indian Travelers
Smart Transit Solutions
NEXCOM is Unveiling a New Mobility System for Public Transit at APTA 2023
State-Partnered Free E-Bike Programs
Hillsboro and The Street Trust Launched a Ride2Own Program
Expanding City Cycle Paths
London's Cycleway Network Now Extends 400 Kilometers
Simultaneous Ride-Hailing Features
Uber Introduces the Concurrent Rides Feature Across India
Productivity-Enhancing Focus Sessions
SoulCycle Partners with Deep Work Platform FLOWN
Bookable Senior Bus Services
Link2work Facilitates Safe Travel for Seniors Across the UK
Knitted New York Subways
The Straphangers Lounge Recreates the New York Subway with Crochet
Location-Based Message Sharing
Sharepath Brings Location-Based Messaging Inspired by Souls Games
Belize-Based Sustainable Transportation
Belize City to Launch the Eco-Friendly eRIDE Taxi Pilot