HONDA FCX CONCEPT VEHICLE PROVIDES UNIQUE DESIGN, PERFORMANCE AND STYLING LOOK AT 21ST CENTURY

The FCX concept vehicle, which also provides a glimpse of a next-generation sedan, features Honda's innovative fuel cell unit powertrain. Honda has announced its intentions to put fuel cell-powered vehicles on the road in 2003.

"In the 21st century, advanced vehicle technologies, such as fuel cells, will take an increasingly important role," said Tom Elliott, executive vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "Just as Honda has been a leader in introducing low-emissions, high-mileage gasoline, electric and hybrid gas-electric vehicles, we intend to be a leader in fuel cell technology too."

In the FCX concept vehicle, the fuel cell unit employs a methanol-type fuel cell designed by Honda. Power is achieved when a methanol and water mixture moves from a storage tank, located in the rear of the unit, through a "fuel processor" where hydrogen is extracted. The hydrogen is then mixed with oxygen within the cell stack (part of the fuel cell system) to produce electricity. This in turn powers the electric drive motor.

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HONDA SPOCKET PROVIDES ACTIVE CONSUMERS
WITH THE ULTIMATE IN UTILITY

The Honda Spocket concept vehicle, designed in Torrance and making its North American debut at the Greater Los Angeles Auto Show, demonstrates how one vehicle can be a convertible, sport coupe and pickup all-in-one.

At the touch of a button, the Spocket’s retractable roof slides back, transforming the car into a convertible.  When the roof is forward, a jump-seat allows room for two more passengers, or folds flat converting the rear of the car into a pickup bed.  The two-piece tailgate extends to the ground allowing for easy loading of heavy equipment.

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