The automotive designs that have been pouring in at Yanko Design have truly blown our minds! Each automotive design was cutthroat and innovative, bringing in something that we don’t usually see in the market. From killer speed to dashing good looks, to impenetrable safety standards, every automotive we featured at YD broke some design barrier for us, and hopefully, they did the same for you as well. Hence, we’ve curated a collection of automotive designs that we feel were the best of the lot. Each of these drool-worthy automobiles is mercilessly pushing the boundaries of the automotive industry. Automotive enthusiasts will be itching to get their hands on them, and take them for a spin on the streets!
1. The Diode
Called the Diode, this e-bike concept was designed by Tien Hung, and it has a neo-minimalistic design that pays tribute to the future of the electric power train. The bike is almost invisible, excluding one singular horizontal pillar that runs from the dashboard to the taillight, with a large battery module placed underneath it. The bike also has a powerful rear-wheel drivetrain, and a cushy seat.
2. Mayla Yacht
This 44-foot GT super boat by Mayla Yacht is designed to surpass the current designs in the market – in terms of both aesthetics and visual presence. It also comes with an option of gas, diesel, electric, and hybrid powertrains delivering 3000 HP. The monster engines are capable of pushing the speedboat to a top speed of 100 knots.
3. Ford Mini Bronco
The Ford Mini Bronco was designed by Mexico-based Kobayashi, and they gave us a sneak peek into the year 2030. This exceptional car has been designed for the year 2030, and it features modern elements, with a compact two-door configuration, that will remind you of the Suzuki Jimny. It is created to redefine and rejuvenate the off-road segment, by giving it a new perspective.
4. Gocycle CXI Family Cargo Bicycle
Gocycle recently unveiled the lightweight Gocycle CXI Family Cargo Bicycle that carries with it the properties of lightweight and portability for people who can’t deal with cumbersome cargo bikes. The lineup includes two e-bikes – the CXi and the CX+ which are quite similar, except the latter one has the new FloFit Handlebar. It permits adjustments for reach height, multiple hand positioning, fingertip controls, and grip angle to toggle the upright or forward stance.
5. Palladio
Dubbed Palladio, this concept for a hybrid yacht is designed to be ultra-light and can speed up to 55 knots maximum. It looks straight out of a sci-fi movie set in water and features a futuristic, mouth-shaped, avant-garde design that gives the impression that a pod is cruising through the waters. The yacht is made from carbon fiber propelled via twin Castoldi jets, and powered by two FTP engines.
6. MOQBA
This unique conceptual design is a mix of an e-scooter and a bike, and it can climb stairs! Called the MOQBA, it is designed to be the next-gen mobility ride for those who face difficulty in mobility. It is not designed to be a two-wheel automotive, in fact, it rides on four independent legs with wheel extensions. It is designed to be an extraordinary and innovative mini mecha for the future!
7. Model-A
Alef Aeronautics is a California-based sustainable electric transportation company, and it received government certification to fly its Model-A flying car over certain parts of the state, including Silicon Valley. The car is supposed to be the first of its kind and can function as a real car would on the road, but it is also able to vertically take off and fly in the skies. It is truly a step forward to having more vehicles in the sky, besides just planes and helicopters.
8. Xpeng AeroHT eVTOL Flying Car
Named the Xpeng AeroHT eVTOL Flying Car, this flying car was designed and developed by the AeroHT electric aviation wing of the Chinese auto company XPeng. The eVTOL flying car is a far cry from the conventional designs found on the market, it is a modular car with a unique and refreshing approach. It has a two-part design – one part car, and the other part is eVTOL, letting the vehicle seamlessly switch between aerial and land modes.
9. BMW Motorrad CH4 Superbike
This stunning café racer is designed by Sabino Leerentveld and it brings the image of Tony Stark taking on the bad guys in an uber-cool style. It features an aerodynamic geometric shape, and big fat wheels designed to provide a high-speed adrenaline rush. The BMW Motorrad CH4 superbike has a total Tony Stark influence and would look exceptional snaking through crowded city streets in hot pursuit of the villains.
10. MIMIC E-Bike
Meet the – MIMIC e-bike! The MIMIC e-bike resembles a crouching jungle cat, and it is a powerful electric bike designed by Roman Dolzhenko. It is equipped with a body that looks more like armor than a bike and features a rounded Tron Light Cycle-inspired form that is outfitted with rounded elements, and a complete absence of sharp edges or straight lines.