While bicycles are often thought of as one of the most eco-friendly ways to get around, these September 2017 eco transportation ideas explore a range of ideas both big and small that have the potential to make a positive impact on the environment.
Across the transportation industry, everything from bicycles to mail delivery trucks and large-scale cruise ships are being reinvented to offer modes of transport that are electric, or boast built-in solar panels.
As the consumer idea of product ownership is being reshaped to favor shared use and leverage P2P systems, "ownerless" car concepts are specifically being developed to help people share the benefits of possessing a luxury sports car for just a short period of time.
Top 30 Eco Transportation Ideas in September
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Modernized Convertible Concepts
The Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 Cabriolet is an Old School EV
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Bottomless Electric Aircraft
The AJet-100 Is Cleaner, Greener and Features a Stunning Glass Floor
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Tricopter Car Brand Drones
The Conceptual Tesla Aurora Drone Can Operate Autonomously
27
Modified Retro Scooters
Shanghai Customs Modified the Honda Cub into a Stylish Scooter
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Adaptable Three-Way Bikes
The Sustainable 3-in-1 'LittleBig' Bike Adapts with Growing Children
25
Luxurious E-Bike Lines
Riese & Müller Has Released Its 2018 Line of E-Bikes
24
Innovative Hourglass Trains
A Double-Decker Train Repositions the Tracks at the Core of the Cars
23
Shareable Sports Cars
The Toyota Public Sports Concept is an EV Designed to Be Ownerless
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Sun-Following Folding Caravans
The 'sCarabane' Caravan Camper Harnesses Natural Energy for Power
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Pedal-Powered Commuter Vehicles
Mö is a Solar-Powered Vehicle That Can Be Pedaled Like a Bike
20
Quick-Charge E-Unicycles
The 'Uno Bolt' E-Unicycle Gives Riders the Freedom to Ride on or Off Road
19
Comfort-Focused Racing Bikes
This KTM Rugged Bike Ensures the Racers Stays Agile and Comfy
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Impossibly Compact Electric Bikes
The 'Jupiter Bike' Has an Extremely Small Form Factor
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Advanced Cyclist Light Belts
The 'BlinkLight' Bike LED Indicator Displays Turn Signals and More
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Autonomous Magnetic Track Buses
The AGV Bus Concept Boasts a Driverless Design
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Kid-Carrying Electric Bikes
The Tern GSD Utility eBike Can Carry Ample Cargo with You
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Lightweight Telescopic Caravans
The 'Slidavan Caravan' is Complete with a Telescope Roof
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Lightweight Sustainable Automobiles
Dutch Students Built and Designed This Biodegradable Car
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Impregnable Bike Lock Systems
The Nutfix Protects Your Bike's Wheels and Seat From Prying Eyes
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Retro Japanese Race Cars
The Infiniti Prototype 9 is an Electric-powered Tribute to 1940s Racing
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Sporty Eco Car Makeovers
The 2018 Bmw i3S is Designed to Be Fun to Drive
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Expansive Bike Storage Spaces
Utrecht Created a Bicycle Parking Garage That Can Hold 6,500 Bikes
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Electric Mail Delivery Vehicles
The Royal Mail Will Be Trailing 9 Zero Emission Vehicles in London
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Regenerative Car Wheel Batteries
The 'Wheel Battery' Draws Power from the Turning Wheels
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Eco-Friendly Cruise Ships
Peace Boat's EcoShip is Sustainable and Features Solar Panel Sails
5
Folding Electric Bikes
Brompton Electric's Collapsible Electric Bike is Portable and Sturdy
4
Electric Mountain Bikes
The Pesu E-Bike Makes Long-Distance Mountain Biking Easier
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Rideshare Transportation Partnerships
Lyft and Amtrak Partnered to Offer Riders In-App Pickups
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Bike-Share Rewards Programs
Spin Local Offers Seattle Riders Discounts at Local Businesses
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Compact Delivery E-Vehicles
The DELIVER-E Looks to the Future of Delivery in Urban Centers
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Futuristic Single-Seater Bikes
The Canyon Future Mobility Concept Has a Carbon Fiber Shell
Swappable Battery Electric Motorcycles
The Honda E-Dax Mini Moto by Michio Papers is Efficient
Eco Electric Camping Trailers
The Colorado Teardrops Electric Classic Comes in Two Variants
Short-Range Electric Motorcycles
The ATHENA e-Motorcycle Concept by Zhengxuan Xie is Stylish
Family-Friendly Electric Bikes
The Lectric XPedition 2.0 Carries Kids and/or Cargo
Expanding Off-Grid Electric RVs
The Electric Transformer House is Sustainable and Luxurious
E-Bike-Towed Wooden Trailers
Fahrrad-Campen Develop the i.woody Bicycle Caravan for Adventures
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Bikes
HydroRide Bikes Recharge Exponentially Quicker than Lithium Bikes
Off-Grid Exploration Vans
The Conceptual GAC Van Life Autonomous Vehicle is Eco-Friendly
Shareable Storage-Packed eScooters
The 'Along' Electric Scooter Concept Has Luggage-Like Design
Pedal-Assist Electric Quadricycles
The 'Karbike' Combines Advantages Of E-Bikes and Micro-Cars
Utilitarian Cargo-Hauling Scooters
The 'Scootility' Electric Scooter Offers Ample Storage Space
Multifunctional Hybrid Electric Bikes
YU ID Presents the Versatile Electric Mobility Bike
Two-Wheeled EV Concepts
The 'SHANE' Two-Wheeled Electric Car Concept Has Space for Five
Angular Electric Bike Trailers
A Canadian Cyclist Creates the Cyberdrop Inspired by Tesla
Urban Environment Electric Bikes
Urtopia Designs the Chord Electric Bike with a Sleek Look
Autonomous Timber Transportation Shuttles
The Conceptual 'Timber Shuttle' is Eco-Focused
Folding Off-Grid Electric Bikes
The Yadea Innovator All-Terrain eBike Has a Long-Range Battery
Automobile-Inspired Electric Bikes
The Porsche eBike Cross Was Developed with Rotwild
Shapeshifting Electric Motorbikes
The Conceptual Sony x Honda E-Volve by Jennifer Ellison is Sleek
Adaptable Modularity Electric Bikes
The Fabriga Modula Modular Electric Cargo Bike is Sustainable
Configurable Cargo E-Bikes
The 'Globe Haul LT' Can Adapt to Hauling Groceries, Children & More
Long-Distance Electric Scooters
The 'Pro.Zui' Electric Scooter Concept by Ognjen Docic is Sleek
Futuristic Electric Tricycles
The Yamaha Tricera Offers a Uniquely Safe and Powerful Design
Compact Cargo E-Bikes
These Electric Bikes Boast Pedal-Assisted Cargo-Hauling Abilities
Eco-Friendly Electric Scooters
This Urban Electric Scooter Offers Safe & Reliable City Navigation
Shapeshifting Electric Rickshaw Scooters
The Surge S32 Has an Interchangeable Body Frame
Gen Z-Targeted Scooter Models
The Conceptual 'Omni' Electric Scooter is Customizable
Emissions-Free Electric Leisure Boats
The GoSun Elcat Solar Electric Boat Has a 1.3kWh Motor
Supersonic Aircraft-Inspired EVs
The Conceptual Concorde 20+ Features Aviation Inspiration
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
Accessibility-Promoting Electric Quadricycles
This Vehicle Caters to Drivers With Disabilities
Neo-Urbanite Off-Grid eBikes
The Conceptual 'E-THUNDER' Electric Bike is Commute and Trail-Ready
Micromobility Brand Bike Debuts
Conversion Kit Brand 'Swytch' is Releasing its First eBike
Cargo-Toting Urbanite eBikes
The Specialized Globe Haul ST is Powerful and Gear-Friendly
Electric Haul-Ready Bicycles
The Mycle Cargo is an Affordable Chunky Electric Bike
All-Electric Towed Trailers
The Lightship L1 Trailer is Battery-Powered and has a Minimal Design
Groundbreaking Electric Vehicle Line-Ups
Honda Debuts Two Concepts Models in the Honda 0 Series
Powerful Folding E-Bikes
Petre Georgescu's Colibri M22 is Compact and Durable
Special-Edition Urban E-Bikes
Hyundai is Launching a Limited Version Of the 'eXXite Next Step'
Snazzy Electric Mobility Scooters
The 'Tectus' is Designed to Transport Seniors In Safety & Style
Lightweight Electric Mountain Bikes
This Bike Will Feature a Range-Extender and Handlebar Display
Recumbent Pedal-Assist Electric Bikes
The 'VeMoo' Recumbent Tricycle Has a Semi-Enclosed Design
All-Electric SUV Concepts
The Toyota LAND CRUISER Se Concept is at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show
Rechargeable Two-Seater Modern Vehicles
Eli Electric Vehicles Designs the Eli ZERO Car
Low-Step Cargo eBikes
The 'Cargowagen Neo' Offers a Safe & Stylish Urban Ride
Solar-Powered Electric Motorbikes
Solar Scooters' 'E-Clipse 2' Has Free Charging via Solar Power
Reimagined EV Van Models
The Conceptual GMC Safari Electric Brings Back a Classic Model
Comfortable Urban Electric Bikes
Electra Recently Introduced the Ponto Go! to Its Product Line-Up
Biophilic Design Electric Vehicles
The AZULIK Mobility Electric Vehicle is Nature-Inspired
Compact Urban Mobility Solutions
The 'Smol Electric Motorcycle' is Ultra-Lightweight
Electric Urbanite SUVs
The Toyota Urban Cruiser is Built on the Brand's Dedicated BEV Platform
Purpose-Built All-Electric RVs
Lighship Announces The Launch of The New Lightship L1
Electric Miniature Pickup Trucks
Yves Behar Designs the Telo with a Sustainable System
Camping-Ready Electric Bikes
The IEDEX Bike is Designed to Explore the Outdoors with Storage
Eco-Friendly E-Bikes
Yadea Showcased its Colorful and Efficient 'Cocoa' E-Bike at CES 2024
Three-Wheeled Electric Bikes
The Veemo Velomobile from ENVO is a Stable, Efficient Vehicle
Compact Utility E-Bikes
Velotric's 'Go 1' E-Bike is Designed to Effortlessly Handle Urban Errands
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
Electric Solar-Powered Campers
Lightship designs the L1 Trailer with Futuristic Elements
Solar-Powered eBike Chargers
Beam Global's 'BeamBike' is Quick to Setup and Charges 12 Bikes
Sleek Electric Bicycles
Civilized Cycles Presents the Versatile Model 1 Electric Bike
DIY Portable Electric Campers
Designer Quiet Nerd Creates a Unique New Electric Camper
Shapeshifting Communal EVs
The Kia Concept PV5 and PV7 Have a Projected 2025 Release
Neo-Minimal E-Bike Concepts
TienHung.Design Presents the Diode E-Bike with a Futuristic Look
Familial Electric Cargo Bikes
The Gocycle CXi Family Cargo eBike is Dynamic and Lightweight
Zero-Emissions Electric Ships
The Hurtigruten Norway Sea Zero Cruise is Fully Electric
Sculpted Zero-Emissions Crossovers
The Toyota Sport Crossover Concept Will Arrive in 2025
Terrain-Traversing eBikes
This Electric Mountain Bike Can Handle All the Seasons
Luxurious Recreational Electric Boats
The 'R30' is Designed For Consummately Comfortable Cruising
Hydrogen-Powered Concept Vehicles
Yamaha Unveils its Hydrogen-Powered Golf Cart, the 'Drive H2'
Urban Electric Tricycles
The Bako B1 is Designed to Cut Costs for Last-Mile Deliveries in Cities
Next-Generation E-Bike Capsules
Pedego Created Three New E-Bike Models for the US Market
Solar-Powered Autonomous Vehicles
The 'Ada' Autonomous Vehicle Concept is Passively Charged
Yellow Camouflage Electric Cars
Mini Set to Release the Eco-Friendly 2025 Mini Countryman SUV
Triple-Load Cargo Electric Bikes
These New Ca Go Cargo Electric Bikes Come in Three Models
Automobile-Inspired E-Bike Launches
Ford Launches the Bronco and Mustang-Inspired E-Bikes
Futuristic Mini Bikes
Naxeon Showed Off an Electric Mini Bike with Highway-Ready Specs
Accessible Step-Through E-Bikes
Lime's New E-Bike Models Don't Require Manual Pedaling
Energy-Hauling Battery Tankers
This Japanese Tanker Can Transport Surplus Renewable Energy
SUV-Inspired eBikes
The Thok MIG e-S is Ready for Urban and Off-Grid Riding
Pedal-Powered Fishing Kayaks
The Old Town Sportsman BigWater ePDL+ 132 Offers Pedal Assistance
Wind-Powered Cargo Ships
Mitsubishi Corporation Retrofits Pyxis Ocean for Sustainability Purposes
Hyper-Compact Commuter eBikes
The E-POP-CYCLE Has a 350W Front-Hub Motor and Foldable Construction
Heavy-Duty Cargo E-Bikes
The 'Packer 1' Can Handle Substantial Loads In An Eco-Friendly Manner
Electric Cargo-Hauling Vans
The 'Evolv' is an Ultra-Compact EV with a Large Payload Capacity
Iconic Car-Inspired Electronic Bikes
Ford and N Plus Join Forces on Bronco-Inspired Off-Road Bikes
Swappable Battery Delivery Scooters
The D05 Electric Delivery Scooter Concept is Easy to Service
E-Bike-Powered Logistics Services
Fez Delivery is Utilizing the 'FEZ ECO' in Last-Mile Delivery
Solar-Powered Cargo Bikes
The Inga from Infinite Mobility Promises Free Charging via Solar Energy
Familial Power-Boosted eBikes
The Urban Arrow Line Smart System Family Models Come in Two Options
Zero-Emission Mobile Repair Trucks
Labatt Breweries of Canada Enhances Its Delivery Fleet
Weekend Excursion City Vehicles
The Playbox Urban Mobility Vehicle is Imagined for 2040
All-Electric Personal Watercraft
This Eminently Sleek Watercraft Will Offer High-Speed Propulsion
Adaptive Interior EV Models
The Renault Scenic E-Tech Electric Has a Solarbay Panoramic Roof
Adventurous Pedal-Powered Electric Bicycles
The IEDEX Includes Smart Storage Capabilities
Automatic Eco-Friendly Ebikes
The Ultima Multipath is Made from Recycled Plastics
Zero-Emissions Aircraft
This Battery-Electric Aircraft Aims to Revolutionize Air Travel
Online Electric Bike Retailers
Monday Motorbikes Places an Emphasis on High-Quality Electric Bikes
Emissions-Free Cargo Barges
The H2 Barge 2 Project Will Convert the Vessel to Clean Energy
Slick Electric Tricycles
The EVRYJourney 250W Electric Tricycle is Chic and Convenient
SUV-Style Electric Bikes
'Envo' Announced the 'D50' E-Bike for Multi-Terrain Cargo Hauling
Solar-Powered Food Trucks
Planted Unveiled a Sustainable Food Truck for a Tour Across the UK
E-Bike Charging Partnerships
BikeFlex Partnered with Solarcycle on Renewable Bike Charging
Energy-Efficient Electric Bikes
The Muon 'Elon' is a Premium Bike with a Long-Lasting Battery
Petite Solar-Powered EVs
The 'Buggy' is a Micro Vehicle That Offers Comfortably Compact Motoring
Conceptual Gen Z E-Bikes
TOZZ Bike Unveiled its JOYCE'90 Concept Bike with Youth-Focused Features
Eco-Friendly Cafe Vehicles
This Conceptual Solar-Powered Coffee Truck Operates Anywhere
Nine-Seater Electric Vans
The PEUGEOT E-TRAVELLER Offers 217-Miles of Range
Israel-Based eBike Manufacturers
'PNY' was Founded in 2020 to Make Transport More Sustainable
Expansive Battery Technology Ranges
The Latest EcoFlow Power Solutions Include Four Options
Eastern City E-Bikes
MYBYK Unveiled Two Upcoming E-Bikes Targeted at Commuters and Workers
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
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
Powerful All-Electric Solar Trailers
Living Vehicle Designs the 2024 HD Trailer on Solar Power
Electric Cargo Bike-Sharing Programs
CargoB Launched in Boston as USA's First Cargo Bikeshare
Epochal Electric VTOLs
Joby Aviation's eVTOL Prototype Could Help Democratize Aerial Commuting
Hydrofoiling Electric Boats
Navier's 'N30' Boat Promises Eco-Friendly Waterway Transportation
Eco-Friendly Commuter Bikes
Svitch is Launching the 'CSR 762' After Announcing it in 2022
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
Electric Van Fleets
SoCalGas Incorporated New Ford E-Transit Electric Vans into Its Fleet
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
Convenient Minimalist E-Bikes
PC Manufacturer Acer Unveils its First Lightweight E-Bike 'ebii'
Battery Electric Vehicle Lines
Iveco Group Highlights Commitment to Diverse Energy Solutions
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
Expanded E-Bike-Sharing Programs
BCycle will be Available in Capitola's new Sharing Program
All-Electric Medium-Duty Trucks
Volta's Prototype Truck is Designed For Sustainable Hauling
Sustainable Battery-Swapping Stations
Zepto and Battery Smart Have Committed to Greener Deliveries
Belize-Based Sustainable Transportation
Belize City to Launch the Eco-Friendly eRIDE Taxi Pilot