Concept cars are, as always, something special and quite often completely "out of the box". Although unusual, there is much in them that will shape the automotive world in the future. Whether it's state-of-the-art powertrains, the latest assistance systems or the most desired technology, concept cars have always shaped our future.
We have selected for you the 15 most important concepts in 2017. With their help, it will be easier to imagine what awaits us behind the wheel in the coming decades.
1. Hum Rider
Hum Rider definitely falls into the category of “deducted” of cars. But when we found ourselves in a crowd, every one of us would want it in an instant. The incredible premise of the Hum Rider is a car that simply rises above other cars and calmly drives on. For Hum Rider, there are practically no columns left.
2. Lexus LIT IS
The Lexus LIT IS covers just that 41,999 LEDs, which can be freely programmed to display almost anything you can imagine on the surface of the car. In addition, he appeared in a music video and generally received many admiring glances with his light show.
3. Volkswagen Sedric
Volkswagen Sedric is a cute "box" that can be transported around the city completely autonomously. She can take the children to school or take you shopping and other errands. They want that level of autonomous driving Germans reach by year 2025. Sedric does not have a steering mechanism, pedals or any other equipment for driving. Even those without a driver's license will be able to use it, because Sedric himself will be a sufficiently safe and prudent driver.
4. Toyota FT-4X
Toyota's FT-4X concept proves how even a young, so-called, can get confused in a car generation Y, whose life is imbued with modern technology. Children of Generation Y practically cannot imagine life without a USB port, so they will especially like the FT-4X, as it offers a lot of modern technology and its connectivity. There are a bunch of cameras, batteries and other essentials, and the armrest is also useful as a Sleeping Bag.
5. Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 Cabriolet
The Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 Cabriolet is like a speedboat that has flown in from an era art deco and got wheels so he can move around on land too. But only its design is visually "old", everything else is ultra modern and how seductive. The elongated lines on the car are a thing of the past, but under its exterior we find the power of electricity, which will still mark our future.
6. BMW 8 Series
The BMW 8 Series is a coupe that signals the brand's bold new design. It has been almost 30 years since the previous generation 8, but it is still sung and by no means forgotten. The new BMW 8 Series will have to step into big shoes to live up to the reputation of its predecessor. Both share some design firsts, but the concept shows that it is bold, aggressive and wants to be the best among coupes.
7. Honda Sports EV concept
The Honda Sports EV is a cute two-seater that embodies Japanese culture. It is a combination of an antique retro look with modern technology and electric drive. It absolutely has futuristic interior with large touch screens. Instead of mirrors, it has cameras that transmit the image to the screens in the car.
8. Honda Urban EV
Another Honda concept that draws its inspiration from the past, but has already stepped boldly into the next decade with one foot. Electricity is preferred here too, futurism and a bunch of touch screens. The design is minimalist, but that doesn't make it boring at all. What could happen that we will see Hondas like this on the road in the future.
9. Infiniti prototype 9
Infiniti also looked to the past and designed its Prototype 9 inspired by sports cars from 30s of the last century. Under the body, of course, it has a modern electric drive, which is not considered modest even among sports cars. The Infiniti Prototype 9 is completely handcrafted, but it has a lot of modern technology.
10. Audi Icon
The Audi Aicon is a concept the highest class, which will turn our everyday transportation into a real experience. A fully autonomous car will take us from point A to B, almost as if we would do it with an airplane, because we will not have to think about driving, but will be able to focus on work, rest or dealing with fellow passengers.
11. Renault Symbiosis
The Renault Symbioz concept was intended as yours home, when you are not at home. They wanted to conjure up the same atmosphere in the car as you are used to in the shelter of your home living room. So is Symbiosis completely autonomous. The front seats, on the other hand, turn in the opposite direction, allowing unhindered interaction between all four passengers.
12. Mazda Vision Coupe
The Mazda Vision Coupe exemplifies this Japanese minimalistic aesthetics. If you could actually see a car designed like this on the road, even those who don't put much stock in cars would be drooling. It is designed in such a way that it acts as if it is moving even when it is stationary.
13. Volkswagen ID BUZZ
Volkswagen ID BUZZ like many other concepts takes inspiration at its predecessor. It is also powered by electricity and also has a bunch of safety systems and modern technology built in. It indicates new guideline design of smaller combined vehicles from the Volkswagen brand.
14. MINI electric concept
The MINI electric concept keeps the MINI exterior and proportions, but everything else has been completely changed. Here, too, the main guide is electricity, which will lead the MINI brand into the new decade. But the future is not only in electricity, but also in new ones ways production. For example, the wheels of the electric MINI are made with help 3D-printer.
15. Toyota TJ Cruiser
The Toyota TJ Cruiser is an interesting concept that combines properties van and SUV car. At the same time, we will be able to use it both for business needs and for pleasure and entertainment. The interior space is extraordinary adaptable, and the handy side doors will make loading and unloading the Cruiser even easier.
