The 2006 Fioravanti Skill was a two-seat concept based on the Fiat Grande Punto. It debuted at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show as a small coupe-convertible that could transform into a spider with a pickup-style rear cargo area. Its main trick was the roof. Fioravanti developed a patented retractable rigid-roof system that lets the Skill switch between closed coupe and open spider form. The rear section then worked more like a small utility bed than a normal trunk. That made the Sk

The 2006 EDAG Biwak was a strange but smart rework of the Volkswagen New Beetle. Built by German engineering firm EDAG, it debuted at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show as a compact two-door estate concept with SUV-style attitude and a deliberately worn-in look. The idea was to make the New Beetle more useful without losing its personality. EDAG stretched the rear into a wagon-like cargo area, raised the suspension, added auxiliary lights, fitted tougher wheels, and gave it corrugate

The 2006 Dodge Hornet Concept was Dodge’s attempt to prove its attitude could work in a much smaller car. It debuted at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show as a compact B-segment hatch aimed more at Europe than traditional American Dodge buyers. The shape was short, wide, and deliberately tough. Dodge gave it the brand’s crosshair grille, an exposed intercooler, a hood scoop, swollen fenders, gold brake calipers, 19-inch wheels, and framed doors with no B-pillars. It looked more like

The Student-Built Alfa That Deserved More 2006 Alfa Romeo Diva Concept When most people think about modern mid-engine Alfa Romeo sports cars, they think of the Alfa Romeo 4C. But years before the 4C entered production, Alfa Romeo had already explored a lighter, more analog, and arguably more ambitious idea: the Diva Concept. Unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show, the Alfa Romeo Diva was developed in collaboration with the Espera Sbarro School. Unlike many student-built concept ca

The 2006 Castagna Imperial Landaulet Concept is a modern reinterpretation of classic pre-war coachbuilding, developed by Carrozzeria Castagna Milano as a tribute to its heritage from the 1930s. Drawing direct inspiration from historic landaulet designs—particularly those built for Isotta Fraschini—the concept aimed to blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary performance and technology. At nearly 6 meters in length, the Imperial Landaulet Concept is defined by its sca

The 2006 Audi Roadjet Concept represented a forward-looking study by Audi, aimed at redefining how premium features could be integrated into a compact, urban-focused vehicle. Unveiled at the North American International Auto Show 2006, the Roadjet combined elements of a hatchback, wagon, and compact MPV into a single, versatile format designed for efficiency, practicality, and everyday usability. The concept emphasized interior space optimization within a compact footprint. A

The 2006 Alfa Romeo Diva Concept stands as one of the most compelling student-built concept cars ever produced, blending classic Alfa Romeo heritage with modern engineering. Developed through a collaboration between Alfa Romeo designers and students from the Espera Sbarro School, the Diva made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2006. Conceived as a fully functional prototype, it was designed to reinterpret Alfa Romeo’s racing DNA through a lightweight, mid-engine sports coupe

The Sbarro Citroën C2 V6, shown in 2005, was a one-off concept car built by students at the Espera Sbarro design school. It turned the small Citroën C2 into a mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive car. A 220 hp V6 engine was mounted behind the seats and sent power to the rear wheels. The concept was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show as a showcase of the students’ engineering and design work.

The Bolloré Bluecar Concept, shown in 2005, was a prototype unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show to highlight the company’s Lithium Metal Polymer (LMP) battery technology. The LMP batteries were known for being safer and longer-lasting than typical batteries at the time. Bolloré later partnered with Pininfarina, and the project evolved into the Autolib’ car-sharing service in Paris.

Tata Motors unveiled the TATA Crossover at the Geneva Auto Show in 2005, previewing its vision for the growing crossover segment. Designed to blend the comfort and road manners of a car with the space and utility of a minivan, the concept aimed to deliver more style and performance than traditional people movers. The TATA Crossover was proposed with both petrol and diesel engines producing between 89 kW and 130 kW. High ground clearance delivers a commanding driving position,

Stola S86 Diamante debuted at the Geneva Motor Show in 2005 and marked a late-career effort from designer Marcello Gandini. By that point, Gandini’s most influential work was behind him, and the S86 reflected the constraints of a rushed timeline—the project was approved just five weeks before the show. The non-running concept featured an interior that felt more finished and refined than its exterior, underscoring the limited development time rather than a fully realized desig

At the Geneva Motor Show, Czech automaker Škoda unveiled the Škoda Yeti Concept, a bold new SUV that signaled the future direction of the brand. The five-door crossover features an aggressive, modern look, blending smooth front-end lines with sharp, angular bodywork. This contrast gives the Yeti a strong road presence while still keeping a clean, approachable design. One of the most distinctive elements is the integrated fog lights, which appear “cut” directly into the bumper