BMW Vision EfficientDynamics

The Vision EfficientDynamics is a concept vehicle for future by BMW which is a low carbon hybrid supercar aiming to achieve the premium end of the auto market with its fuel-efficient design. A three-cylinder turbodiesel engine is empowering this vehicle supported by a couple of electric motors. This car can go 0-100 kilometers per hour in just 4.8 seconds with a top speed of 250 kmph and consumes 3.76 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers. It features an electric mode for day to day use that can be charged through plug-in module. The vehicle stores the power it lithium polymer cells, allowing it to drive for roughly 50km on a single charge, which can be extended through its regenerative breaking system.

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The Honda Native concept powered by heavy-duty lithium-ion battery

The Honda Native concept comprises an electric engine which is powered by heavy-duty lithium-ion battery and can house 3 persons including the driver. This ultra compact car with great aerodynamic features has been designed for the massively congested future traffic where speed will be ignored over low space riding efficiency. Its down to the ground design will allow the car to offer smooth riding experience to the riders. The exterior parts of the vehicle are made of photocromic materials that make it possible for the car to change its color according to the light, temperature and other surrounding environmental factors.
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grace e motorbike the worlds first street legal motorbike

A German based company named GRACE has created the world’s first e-motorbike which may however seem a futuristic version of a usual bike, but in fact, this e-motorbike can be run on today’s street. GRACE has handmade this bike using parts from formula one and euro-fighter planes which will be launched for test purpose shortly. The handlebar contains all the controls of the bike such as light, alarm system, battery management and other necessary stuffs which have made it easier to ride than any other conventional bikes. The indestructible frame gives the e-motorbike enough durability to sustain in rough surface and bad weather condition.

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redesign lamborghini countach ev as tribute to marcello gandini

The design of the Lamborghini Countach EV, a 3D concept electric car, has been inspired by the fascinating Countach by Marcello Gandini which is an unforgettable piece for every Lamborghini fans. This redesigned car features more clean curves without changing the standard appearance such as doors, wings, front lights, etc. The sleek and cutting-edge design of the car has been polished with unique headlights and great color combination of the body and the glasses. Aside from the outstanding design aesthetics, another major important point of this concept car is the conscience of electric cars in the future world where fuels will be on of the rarest things to get.

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Peugeot BB1 Combines A Scooter and A Car as Future Transportation

The Peugeot BB1 concept is actually an excellent combination of a traditional Peugeot scooter along with a Peugeot car. The key objective of this project is to offer a car that is ideal for city living and driving on busy traffic. Even with this compact shape, this car can make room for 4 passengers including the driver as a result of efficient interior design. The roof structure can easily puzzle a viewer to be a solar panel or something like that. The innovative horn shaped steering wheel has clearly taken this car apart from other traditional wheel-shaped steering mechanism cars.
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Breath-2038 Metropolitan Communication Solution

Breath, being a futuristic car, has been designed to provide complete metropolitan commuting solution for the year 2038 by playing three vital parts of the future city and human life, GPS controlled fast hauling for delivery purpose, public and personal transportation. The T-shaped structure of the design contains 4 wheels that can change the width and length in varied circumstances to provide handy operation. The shell of the concept has been envisioned of a gel filled elastic material that can transform the car into a lower and longer speed-car or a compact public transportation, whichever is required depending on a particular situation.
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Insecta, Futuristic Car Inspired By A Grasshopper

Insecta, as the name suggests is something related to insects, exactly what the designer Shao Yung Yeh thought of while designing this new revolutionized car. Inspired by a grasshopper he designed this car with such a unique combination of colors and design. This is a battery powered personal vehicle that looks much like a grasshopper with its legs connected to the central chassis as a thorax. Just as the abdomen of the grasshopper, a battery pack is fixed at the bottom pretending it more like an insect. With zeal to create something alive, the designer has developed this product that is light weight, agile and eco friendly.[TUVIE]

Audi O Green Car Concept

The Audi O green car concept designed by Czech based designer Ondrej Jirec combines a stylish and sports car with a powerful audio system. Though the exterior uses the usual Audi styling, especially the grill which is neatly placed between the headlights; the glass windows in the doors are extending to the bottom adding to the overall design of the vehicle. The designer says that inspiration includes the previous Audi model, i-pod and music. It features an audio system, bluetooth and internet connectivity and a built in 650 GB hard drive. So be it a short or long drive you are never out of music with Audi O car.[tuvie]

Electric Personal Vehicle Concept for 2020 by Sergio Luna

Are you still crazy about having long cars like Mercedes or BMW? This new car designer has introduced a car design that can save a lot of energy that is required to keep a car moving. According to the designer, it is a futuristic car for the year 2020. It is based on segway transport technology which is a complete solution for traffic as well as contamination problems. The car is powered by 4 electric motors i.e. two in each wheel and it also has batteries for keeping the energy. Car is really very small in size and runs on 2 wheels only with a seating arrangement for one person. If you are the only one to travel daily then why to purchase a family car, go for this one.[TUVIE]

Peugeot Competition Spits Out Kickass Concept Car

If you come from the future confused and lost in this world this might be your missing vehicle. Straight out of year 2020 the Peugeot competition this RD concept car is everything you want; speed, comfort, space, and even cool. It operates mainly through articulation meaning you can talk to it and it will give you feedback on road conditions, traffic, and route information, etc. It can compact itself so you can maneuver better around high trafficked areas so you can get to your destination faster. Let’s hope this isn’t just for show. [Tuvie via SpeedFlux]

Peugeot Stylight Concept with Big WindScreen and Unique Aerodynamic Design

The new concept car coming from the automobile giant Peugeot Design Competition is surely a sophisticated design. Designed by Ognyan Bozhilov the car is a small 3-seater city car perfect for a small family to drive around the city. This designing marvel is a hybrid system with a small 1.6 liter HDI engine and an electric motor and the engine is placed above the rear wheels. The reason for this was for overall weight distribution and the unique aerodynamic design makes it possible to touch high speeds. This giving that driving pleasure without compromising on the environmental aspect, something which seems to be one of the primary belief that Peugeot is believing in. So go green and enjoy![via]

Lotus Evora

Finally, a Lotus with an interior to match its exterior. The Lotus Evora ($TBD; 2009) is the British carmaker's new 2+2 coupe, offering 276 hp from a 3.5L V6, a curb weight of just 2,976 lbs., and an interior filled with high-end appointments like leather, a navigation system, Bluetooth, iPod connectivity, and more. Fantastic styling, adult creature comforts, and legendary Lotus handling combine to make this one of '09s hottest rides.[via]

2009 Pontiac Solstice Coupe

Get the great looks of the convertible without soft top with the 2009 Pontiac Solstice Coupe ($TBA). Available in standard (173 hp) and GXP (260 hp) versions, the coupe is pretty much mechanically identical to the convertible, save for the roof. You won't have to give up all the open-air fun with the coupe, however — it sports a removable hard targa top, and a soft fabric panel to put in place if the weather gets bad while the hard top is at home. [via]

Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4

As if Lamborghini really needs to release souped-up versions of current models, they've just announced an enhanced Gallardo coupe. The Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 ($TBA) crams in a 5.2-liter V10 engine that delivers 560 horsepower. In addition to new front and rear fascias, the four-wheel-drive Gallardo LP560-4 sports an improved suspension and improved fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. Other goodies include Bi-Xenon headlights for night driving and LED daytime running lights. [via]

Mastretta MXT

Who knew Mexico would be the home of one of the best-looking sports cars in recent memory? The Mastretta MXT (£32,999; 2009) is the country's first car, but it's no rookie effort. Boasting 240 hp from a turbocharged 2.0L engine, the car moves from 0-60 in less than five seconds with a top speed of around 150 mph, all thanks to its curb weight of less than a ton. The MXT is rounded out by its fiberglass body, which provides looks rivaling the best of what Italy and Germany has to offer. [via]

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter Eco-D Concept Dump Truck

The concept car that brought to you by famous manufacturer are usually reserved for sport cars, but Mitsubishi is showing you a different next generation of a car that you prefer not to see … dump truck concept. Mitsubishi fuso canter dump truck concept car is far away from our perception, it’s sleek, futuristic, and comes in glossy silver color. I like seeing this dump truck concept car on the road someday…via

NASA Car Concept with No Door and Can Spin 360 degree

The new two-seater NASA concept car is surely an eye catcher not just for its unique and innovative design but also in its ability to spin 360 degree at the same spot. This beauty has been designed by Czech designer students Marek Kedzierski and Michal Vlèek and has no doors! The upper portion of the car just lifts up as we have in the cockpit, even the seats are placed in the same manner, and quite innovative must say! The upper portion also closed very slowly over the passengers and exactly fits around the neck and head restraints. So get set take it out for a spin quite literally with Nasa car concept!

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Futuristic Sleek Peugeot Shoo Car Concept with Solar Panel Roof

Car concept with solar panel on the roof is not something new. But Peugeot Shoo car concept is pretty cool and futuristic. The best thing about these concept cars is that designers are focusing on developing eco-friendly and green gadgets with more and more technologies in them. This new car called “Peugeot Shoo” is also contributing something to the word “Green”. This car is all about solar glow and is designed in a triangle shape with solar roof that enable it to take energy from sun and later transform to run its electrical engine. Its sleek shape and floating parts are going to give enough space on the roads to breath. The solar panel roof somehow makes this car has futuristic look.[via]

Shelby Supercar Ultimate Aero

The Shelby Supercar Ultimate Aero electric car boasts the top speed of 220 mph and at least 500-HP. The car will be available for a limited quantity (only 50 units). The Ultimate Aero EV prototype will be ready by February and the company plans to release four production models by December this year. The Shelby Supercar describes it as a “pollution-free, engineering marvel with an exotic supercar exterior.” [Wired]

2009 Lamborghini Gallardo

The sleek, sexy 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has brought with it some nice updates over the prior year’s model. This Gallardo launches to 60mph in under 4 seconds, the first of its kind to do so. In 3.7 seconds, you’ll be at cruising speed thanks to a stronger, 560hp V10 engine and some nice computer updates. The result is a 200mph supercar with the all the looks and luxury of Lamborghini.

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