September 2017 transportation trends reveal vehicles that are increasingly adapted to enhance pedestrian safety, as well as environmentally friendly designs being infused into more areas related to transport.
An example of the former includes Google's self-driving car Waymo, which has a feature that can detect if the car is about to hit a pedestrian, and can soften its exterior in order to prevent fatalities. Another example is the Volkswagen Interceptor, which is an enhanced police vehicle that offers 360 degree visibility – making it well-suited to cruise around cities.
Environmentally friendly design is now being infused into transportation options like Peace Boat's Ecoship, which is a cruise ship with reduced carbon emissions, and the Mö, which is a solar-powered cross between a bike and a vehicle.
Top 35 Transportation Trends in September
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Modernized Convertible Concepts
The Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 Cabriolet is an Old School EV
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Mini Car Brand Homes
The Tesla Tiny House Can be Towed by the Brand's Vehicles
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Modified Retro Scooters
Shanghai Customs Modified the Honda Cub into a Stylish Scooter
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Luxurious E-Bike Lines
Riese & Müller Has Released Its 2018 Line of E-Bikes
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Innovative Hourglass Trains
A Double-Decker Train Repositions the Tracks at the Core of the Cars
30
Color-In Car Rentals
These Hertz Rental Cars Feature Coloring Book Upholstery to Entertain Kids
29
Shareable Sports Cars
The Toyota Public Sports Concept is an EV Designed to Be Ownerless
28
Compact Electric Skateboards
The I-Ride Electric Skateboard Weighs Just 15 Pounds
27
Pedal-Powered Commuter Vehicles
Mö is a Solar-Powered Vehicle That Can Be Pedaled Like a Bike
26
Impossibly Compact Electric Bikes
The 'Jupiter Bike' Has an Extremely Small Form Factor
25
Self-Built Campers
The Birch Sprig is a Camper Kit That People Can Put Together Themselves
24
Contemporary Luxury Sedans
The Black Edition of the Bentley Flying Spur V8 S is Strikingly Elegant
23
Entry-Level Supercar Successors
The Ferrari Portofino is the Replacement for the California T
22
Hydrogen Turbine Trains
The 'Spacetrain' Enhances Ground Travel with a Lightweight Design
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Autonomous Magnetic Track Buses
The AGV Bus Concept Boasts a Driverless Design
20
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
18
Car Health-Monitoring Devices
The 'OBDeleven' Car Diagnostics Device Works with Any Vehicle
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Performance-Enhancing Luxury Wheels
Porsche's New Braided Carbon Fiber Wheels are $18,000 a Set
16
Retro Japanese Race Cars
The Infiniti Prototype 9 is an Electric-powered Tribute to 1940s Racing
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Opulent Anniversary Vehicles
The 2018 Cadillac CTS-V Glacier Metallic Edition is Celebratory
14
Performance-Focused Sedan Redesigns
The Volkswagen Passat GT is Sporty and Practical
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Sporty German CUVs
The Volkswagen T-Roc is a Stylish Entry-Level Crossover
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Eco-Friendly Cruise Ships
Peace Boat's EcoShip is Sustainable and Features Solar Panel Sails
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Futuristic Patrol Vehicles
The Volkswagen Interceptor is Compact Yet Speedy on the Road
10
Car Brand Travel Excursions
The Land Rover Driving Adventures Merge Cars with Exciting Travel
9
Theme Park-Branded Rideshares
The Lyft 'Minnie Van' Will Drive Passengers to Disney Theme Parks
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Reinvented Super Sedans
The New BMW M5 Makes 600 Horsepower and is AWD for the First Time Ever
7
Folding Electric Bikes
Brompton Electric's Collapsible Electric Bike is Portable and Sturdy
6
Rideshare Transportation Partnerships
Lyft and Amtrak Partnered to Offer Riders In-App Pickups
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Pedestrian-Protecting Autonomous Vehicles
'Waymo' Could Soften Itself If It Detects a Collision
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Solar Eclipse Train Tours
Amtrak Will Take Passengers to Illinois for a Solar Eclipse Viewing
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Vehicle-Upgrading Smart Devices
The 'Automatic Pro' Diagnoses Car Problems and Upgrades Abilities
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Compact Delivery E-Vehicles
The DELIVER-E Looks to the Future of Delivery in Urban Centers
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Indian Smart City Initiatives
The 'Smart Cities Mission' Aims for Rapid Urban Development in India
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Multifunctional Transport Buses
The Bubblic Public Imagines the Future of Public Transit
Multifunctional Micro-Camper Vans
The Toyoya Kayoibako Prioritizes Flexibility
Adventurous Off-Road EV Concepts
The Kia EV9 ADVNTR and PV5 WKNDR Concepts are Rugged
Multi-Person Scooter Designs
The Conceptual 'Hop' Scooter Platform Imagines a New Commuter Option
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
Autonomous Amphibious Vehicle Designs
The CROSSER V1 by Bernardo Pereira is for Coastal Cities
Art Deco Self-Driving Vans
The Tesla Robovan Has a Sleek, Train-Like Design with Space for 20
Terrain-Combating Electric Bikes
Segway Introduces the Xyber with Intelligent Systems
Lifestyle-Conscious Transportation Pods
The KIA Pod Concept by Junseok Park Has Level 5 Autonomy
Cutting-Edge Auto Simulation Technologies
Ansys Aims to Transform the Automotive Industry
Hotel Room Vehicle Designs
The Mercedes x Belmond Vision Pullman Express is a Hotel on Wheels
Retro-Inspired Electric Vehicle Concepts
The Makkina Triumph TR25 is Inspired by the Jabbeke TR2
Impairment-Aiding Navigation Apps
The Commute Booster App is Made to Help the Visually Impaired
Futuristic Electric Tricycles
The Yamaha Tricera Offers a Uniquely Safe and Powerful Design
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
Compact Electric Urbanite CUVs
Th eToyota C-HR+ Electric Will Arrive in Europe in Late 2025
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
Water-Ready Sports Car Concepts
The Citroën Above and Under by Sangheon Chung is Transformative
Interplanetary Exploration Vehicle Concepts
The Toyota Baby Lunar Cruiser Features In-Wheel Motors
Accessible All-Electric Cars
The Volkswagen ID. EVERY1 Concept is Estimated at €20,000
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
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
Predictive Autonomous Vehicle Features
VERSES AI and Volvo Cars Aim to Enhance Pedestrian Safety
Compact Electric City Cars
KG Motors' 'mibot' Offers Enhanced Mobility
Efficient Micro Mobility EVs
The Renault Twingo E-Tech Electric Prototype is Set to Launch in 2026
Snazzy Electric Mobility Scooters
The 'Tectus' is Designed to Transport Seniors In Safety & Style
Accessible Train Fleet Designs
VIA Rail Canada Has Introduced a Cutting-Edge Fleet of Trains
Bold High-Tech Roadsters
The Chrysler Halcyon Concept is Electric and Fully Autonomous
Future-Facing EV Designs
The Jaguar Type 00 Showcases the Brand's Future
Ultra-Futuristic Modern Cars
The Mercedes-Benz Vision One-Eleven EV is Visually Striking
All-Electric SUV Concepts
The Toyota LAND CRUISER Se Concept is at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show
Retro-Inspired Two Seater EVs
The Pininfarina DYNO by Kanishq Palav Has Hubless Wheels
Dynamic Electric Vehicle Series
The Saloon and Space-Hub Join Honda's Sustainable 0 Series
Low-Step Cargo eBikes
The 'Cargowagen Neo' Offers a Safe & Stylish Urban Ride
Reimagined EV Van Models
The Conceptual GMC Safari Electric Brings Back a Classic Model
Recumbent Pedal-Assist Electric Bikes
The 'VeMoo' Recumbent Tricycle Has a Semi-Enclosed Design
Biophilic Design Electric Vehicles
The AZULIK Mobility Electric Vehicle is Nature-Inspired
Interactive Autonomous Delivery Vehicles
The Conceptual ROBO A2Z Delivery Vehicle is Advanced
Three-Wheeled Electric Bikes
The Veemo Velomobile from ENVO is a Stable, Efficient Vehicle
Escapism Electric Vehicle Concepts
The 'Trekker' Concept Vehicle is Imagined for Urbanites in 2030
Electric Mini Camper Vans
Vanderer Presents a Look at the New Citroën 2CV Electric Design
AI-Powered Steering Systems
Arrow Electronics & NVIDIA Have Produced a Groundbreaking Design
Cooling Bus Shelter Designs
EMT Madrid Spearheads the Quest for Comfortable Public Transportation
Nostalgic Explorer SUVs
These Nissan X-Trail Concepts Include the Unwind and the Remastered
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"
Hybrid-Electric Seaplanes
Tidal Flight Will Soon Boast Efficient Polaris Seaplanes
Luxe Electric Family Vehicles
Cadillac's VISTIQ SUV Pairs Three-Row Comfort with EV Performance
Electric Urbanite SUVs
The Toyota Urban Cruiser is Built on the Brand's Dedicated BEV Platform
Pet-Friendly Scooter Designs
The 'Petro' Scooter Concept Safely Transports Pets with the Rider
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
Sculpted Zero-Emissions Crossovers
The Toyota Sport Crossover Concept Will Arrive in 2025
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
Versatile Commercial Van Options
The New Volkswagen Transporter Comes in Several Drive Systems
Solar-Powered Autonomous Vehicles
The 'Ada' Autonomous Vehicle Concept is Passively Charged
AI-Powered Fully Electric Motorcycles
The Verge Motorcycles TS Ultra was Presented at CES
Eco Police Vehicle Designs
This Police Car Interior by David Dahlberg is Ultra-Modern
Convertible Commercial RV Vans
Nissan and PlugVan Partnered to Showcase the Plug Module
Artfully DIY-Wrapped Minibuses
Volkswagen Presents the All-Electric ID.Buzz Microbus
Next Generation Electric RVs
Pebble Unveils the 'Production-Intent Pebble Flow'
Wind-Powered Cargo Ships
Mitsubishi Corporation Retrofits Pyxis Ocean for Sustainability Purposes
Motion Sickness Smartphone Features
Apple Vehicle Motion Cues Will Arrive in iOS 18
Heavy-Duty Cargo E-Bikes
The 'Packer 1' Can Handle Substantial Loads In An Eco-Friendly Manner
Car-Free Day Campaigns
Swapfiets Advocates for Car-Free Days in Dutch Cities
Electric Cargo-Hauling Vans
The 'Evolv' is an Ultra-Compact EV with a Large Payload Capacity
70s-Style Four-Door EVs
The New Ford Capri is Built on the Volkswagen MEB Platform
Advanced Automotive AI Technology
VinAI Aims to Revolutionize Safety, Convenience, and Efficiency
Commuter-Focused Exploration E-Bikes
TENWAYS Launches the City Commuter and City Explorer Series
Self-Driving Electric Cars
Rimac Introduces its First Autonomous Electric Car Brand, Verne
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
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
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
IoT-Connected Traffic Beacons
This Traffic Beacon Concept Changes According to Needs
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
Collaborative Vehicle Concepts
Kia Corporation and LG Electronics Debut Mobility Solutions
Gaming-Inspired Vehicle Concepts
Hyundai Draws Inspiration from Its Electric Subcompact SUV
Emissions-Free Cargo Barges
The H2 Barge 2 Project Will Convert the Vessel to Clean Energy
Real-Time Trending Spot Features
Roadtrippers Introduces the Trending Spots Feature to Its App
Comprehensive Travel Navigation Apps
Destination App Integrates Information from Over 800 Sources
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
Electric Public Transportation Expansions
The Higer New V Series Launch in the Phillipines
Petite Solar-Powered EVs
The 'Buggy' is a Micro Vehicle That Offers Comfortably Compact Motoring
AI-Powered CCTV Systems
Amazon Unveils a New Emotion-Detecting AI Software for Train Passengers
Advanced Electric Scooters
NAVEE Introduces Its ST3 Pro and GT3 Pro at CES 2025
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
Nine-Seater Electric Vans
The PEUGEOT E-TRAVELLER Offers 217-Miles of Range
Vehicle Accessibility Initiatives
General Motors Enhances Vehicle Accessibility with GM Envolve
Smart Parking Systems
Continental’s Radar Vision Parking Supports Software-Defined Vehicles
Next-Gen Safety SUV Models
The Renault Symbioz Hybrid SUV is Modern and Fuel-Efficient
Intelligent Cycling Systems
Vanpowers Debuted Its Advanced Smart System for Bikes at CES 2025
All-Electric Pope Vehicles
Pope Francis Introduces a New Popemobile by Mercedes-Benz
AI Chatbot-Connected Vehicles
Volkswagen Will Be Integrating ChatGPT in Its New Vehicles
Compact Electirc Wagons
BougeRV Debuts a Convenience-Focused Electric Wagon at CES 2025
Customizable Navigation Solutions
HERE Technologies Debuts a New Version of HERE Navigation SDK
Vehicle Performance Data Integrations
Autocar Integrates Geotab's Telematics Devices into Fleet
Self-Driving Food Delivery Services
Uber Eats is Launching Waymo Delivery Services in Phoenix
UAE-Based Smart Taxis
UAE Residents Will Be Able to Call AI Smart Taxis Thanks to Hyundai
Updated Air Taxi Designs
Hyundai Unveils the New Elevated S-A2 Air Taxi During CES
On-Demand Electric Boat Taxis
Bangkok's Electric Boat Taxi Commenced Service in July
Efficient Charging Solutions
TESSAN Showcased a Slew of Its Performance-Focused Products at CES
Public Flying Air-Taxis
The Public eVTOL Design Project by Joowon Lee Readies for Urban Spaces
Accesible Autonomous Transportation Services
The 'Nubit' Autonomous Mobility Service is Modular
Electric Cargo Bike-Sharing Programs
CargoB Launched in Boston as USA's First Cargo Bikeshare
Urban-Inspired Bag Campaigns
côte&ciel's Latest Editorial Campaign is Dubbed Rhythms of Transit
All-Electric Sports Cars
Porsche's Vision 357 Speedster is an Ultra-Luxurious Model
Hydrofoiling Electric Boats
Navier's 'N30' Boat Promises Eco-Friendly Waterway Transportation
Sustainable Travel Methods
Intrepid Unveils a Sustainable Travel Service to Incentivize Rail Usage
Electric Van Fleets
SoCalGas Incorporated New Ford E-Transit Electric Vans into Its Fleet
Data-Driven Connected Cars
JLR and Tata Communications Aim to Enhance Smart Vehicle Design
Luxury Utility Vehicle Concepts
The Pininfarina PURA Vision Concept Imagines the Future
Accessible Driverless Public Buses
Treasure Island Rolls Out the Loop Program in San Francisco
Advanced Automobile Driver Assists
Ford's BlueCruise Feature Rolls Out as a Subscription Service
Shareable Autonomous Vehicle Designs
The Tesla Cybercab Has No Steering Wheel or Pedals
AI Navigation Upgrades
Tmap Mobility Launches an AI-Powered Revamp for its Navigation App
Kenyan E-Bike Programs
Uber Drivers in Kenya can Now Use an Uber-Branded E-Bike with Electric Boda
Launch Pad Transportation Series
Canoo Delivers the Artemis Mission 2 Shipment to NASA
Automated Transit Buses
Vicinity Motor Corp. Deploys Its Electric Bus in Michigan
Event Shuttle Rideshare Services
Uber Shuttle is Targeted Towards Sporting Events and Concerts
Battery Electric Vehicle Lines
Iveco Group Highlights Commitment to Diverse Energy Solutions
Sustainable Transportation System Concepts
Xiqiao Wang Designed the Eco-Friendly TREO Concept
Protected Driver Selection Features
Lyft Lets Riders Select Who They'd Prefer Their Driver to Be
Smart Transit Solutions
NEXCOM is Unveiling a New Mobility System for Public Transit at APTA 2023
Charger-Locating EV Apps
Citroën Launches the e-ROUTES Planning App for Electric Vehicle Owners
Belize-Based Sustainable Transportation
Belize City to Launch the Eco-Friendly eRIDE Taxi Pilot