The elements in Detroit can be pretty harsh and resident designer Edward Morgan knows this pretty well. This inspired him to design a train concept that could handle all weather situations comfortably. The fishy business comes in for the fact that he looked at the dolphin for the way it cuts through the water, which will be similar to how the train pushes through the snow during Detroit's harsh winters. With a warm and friendly exterior, the train also exudes a warm glow from within the cabins.

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The only thing that makes me weary about bikes is the damage that they can cause to the human life when involved in an accident. No matter how well you may gear up, and it may not be your fault, but fast bikes and crazy roads are a deadly combination. On the flip side the dexterity of the bike and its compact size make them envy on crowded street junctions. Alex Hodge takes the best of bikes and marries it to the safety cocoon of a car to give us the Hodge Hawk Three-Wheeler Concept. It vehicle is powered by a Honda RC51 V-twin 999cc motor that touches 10,000rpm for a 120ps shot at the 19-inch front wheel. Carbon fiber and plastic coating is used to make the body lightweight.

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This sporty car designed by Haishan Deng really knows how to catch the wind in its guts. The main view of the sports car is highlighted by a series of slanting airwind vents. The concept uses about 80% high strength plastic that promises to reduce the energy costs of the car. An electric engine under the hood means the green brigade will be pleased. The car features hydraulic arms that extend the movement of the cockpit when it encounters an impact thereby increasing the safety of the passenger. And the transparent floor panels endorse the sporty vibe.

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Ok, I have been scuba diving and have swum with the sharks, and Gustavo Morales Santana's Advance Shark is no ways as beautiful and graceful as them. Agreed the behemoth design sees 12 wheels added to the vehicle giving it a menacing look, but I really wonder how comfortable the journey will be when you ride this baby. Just look at those pyramid wheels jutting out! I'm sure there is a plausible explanation.

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Adding the wow-factor to a BMW concept is not all that easy. However going by this LO Rider Bike concept, which was introduced at the EICMA Show in Milan, looks like the designers put in the extra effort to dish out this sexy, gorgeous bike. A hot hunk cruising on this beauty is something that fantasies are made of! The design features boxer engine, twin wavy disc brakes, two projector-style headlamps, and single-sided swingarm. Putting the technicalities aside, I suggest you feast on the hot-pics put after the break.

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Detroit Auto Show will play host to the 2009 Mercedes McLaren SLR Stirling Moss. The new SLR Stirling Moss comes with 478-kW/650 hp and accelerates its V8 supercharged engine from standstill to 100 km/h in less than 3.5 seconds, and has a top speed of 350 km/h. adding a dash of elegance to the design, to make a unique sports car, the new Silver Arrow's equipment is sophisticated and decidedly spartan, doing without both a roof and side windows. There are just two wind deflectors a couple of centimeters in height to protect the driver and passenger from the airflow. Two air scoops integrated into the bodywork serve as rollover bars. When the two tonneau covers and the doors are closed the SLR Stirling Moss resembles a sculpture. An aluminum plate bearing the engraved signature of Stirling Moss covers the area around the shift lever.

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Close on heels of the Freight*BUS comes the announcement of the results of the Routemaster bus for London (held by Transport for London). Aston Martin and architects Foster + Partners won hands down along with Capoco Design. Runners up included Héctor Serrano Studio in the UK, and Miñarro García and Javier Esteban from Spain with their design 'Welcome Back'. Jamie Martin's 'The London Navigator' also joined the bandwagon. We can expect the award-winning design to become a prototype by 2011. Check out other cool designs after the jump.

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Teens are the most excited lot when it comes to driving a car. This is because they haven't yet experienced the years of driving on congested roads. Anyways, the lot sure knows what kind of cars they want to drive and the Pepenero Microcar fits their perceptions. Although the styling of the car reflects a compact design, it's pretty roomy on the inside. Designed by Raul Frollàand, this three-seater boasts of a spacious cabin and a cool style and could become a status symbol amongst the youth.

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In many parts of the world, the most polluting vehicle on the road is a commercial transporter. I don't know if this norm holds true for Latin America, but the region will be pleased to know that designer Alberto Villarreal has envisioned the MX-LIBRIS, a zero-emissions vehicle for urban transportation. What makes this cab a Latin American deal is that the demographics, climatic and transportation conditions of the region have been considered while designing it. The taxi uses technologies like fuel cells and "drive-by-wire". The design also replaces mechanical components with electronic ones to accommodate more passengers and enhance the interiors of the cab.

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Its common to be herded as cattle and horses in urban transport systems. And the best thing about is, that people are so used to the routine shoving, that no one complains any longer. However this all may change when the Freight*BUS comes to life. 'On-Route' is a radical new urban transportation system concept designed by Hugh Frost. The bus will carry passengers and freight to the destination. The bus has been designed with a zero-emission propulsion system able to accommodate either a battery fuel-cell system or small biogas generator to maintain fully charged batteries. Other new innovations to be featured on the bus include ceiling-suspended seating, patent-protected pallet-less lifting and handling device, and distributed wheel motors.

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In the future, we can expect a slew of eco-friendly cars that will imbibe modern technology plus futuristic designs. A part of this bandwagon will be the Honda FC Sport Concept, which was seen at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show. A quick look at the specs reveals a hydrogen-powered, three-seat sports car concept, that features of Honda's V Flow fuel cell technology. The cool part of the deal is that the design has been is inspired by supercar levels of performance through low weight and a high-performance, electrically driven fuel cell powertrain.

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Just because its an electric car, it doesn't mean that it cant be a mean-machine. Ask designer Raul Frollàand he'll agree with this. His Shorty and Sporty is meant for those who enjoy zipping around in their cars. A neat compact zipper, its easy to maneuver in congested spots and is a safe bet. The doors are mounted and rotate on the top extremity of the B pillar. The ample windows offer extra light to the cabin plus increased viewing area for the driver. The motorcycles rear fork has inspired the suspensions of the vehicle. A low center of gravity is achieved by positioning electric motor on the rear axle, and battery pack beneath the rear seats. Measuring less than 3 meters in length, and with a 3 seat interior, this fun car will sure be a hit with the speedsters, too bad its only a concept.

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In a bid to flash your life in front of your eyes and make your tread down memory lane, designer Dalim Seo has conceived the Soul. It's the interior design for a can and is truly unique. The belief that as we mature, we forget our roots and move away from our culture form the base of this concept. And all these emotions are re-visited in our old age, a time when we reflect and ponder about our lives. Soul is focused on sentimental emotions and allows to store, recall and share memories. The organic design takes inspiration from the safe havens provided by a nest or an oyster that protects the pearl. The media system incorporated into the design offers to store and displays memories, and to share them with younger generations.

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We have come across many Peugeot cars in the past, but here is one that looks as dashing as ever. A concept by Tudoran Liviu, the Leonin is a handsome design that was entered in the 5th Peugeot Design contest. It features bright orange trims that make the dark and orange combo look spectacular. The doors open upwards to reveal a comfortable cabin for two. The highlight however is the orange band that goes over the rear wheels. It looks hot!

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Taking on the green-brigade with a new concept in vehicles is Scott Anderson with his MAGic car. The unique name is thanks to the magnetic acceleration that the car features. As put by Scott, MAGic has a unique package with a centrally positioned driver flanked on both sides of-set to the rear by two passengers, and with an optional fourth central rickshaw passenger facing rearwards.

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