X-Head Concept

Well, the 2008 Detroit Auto Show has wrapped up and we have a new crop of vehicles and concept vehicles. As a student, pretty much all of these vehicles might as well exist on another planet, but I still enjoy seeing what's coming down the road in shiny new cars. I browsed through what's new and only one vehicle tugs at my heart strings; the Suzuki X-Head.

As described at Canadian Driver:

Detroit, Michigan - First seen at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show, the funky Suzuki X-HEAD concept cross-utility vehicle is a serious off-roader, says the automaker. Resembling a very large Tonka truck, the rugged X-HEAD concept combines the off-road capabilities of the Suzuki Jimny and Grand Vitara with the load-carrying capacity of the Suzuki APV van from Japan. The X-HEAD features a full-time four-wheel-drive system with limited slip centre differential and has a four-cylinder, 16-valve DOHC powerplant matched to a six-speed dual clutch transmission. It also is fitted with aggressive off-road tires featuring an "X" tread, along with steep approach and departure angles that enhance its go-anywhere-anytime capabilities. Its airy cockpit includes a rear vision camera with wide monitor display and neoprene seats with net sheets for waterproofing. The X-HEAD also comes equipped with a portable multi-utility toolbox that includes a combination flashlight/hammer. The X-HEAD concept can be coupled with three distinct purpose-built modules, the "Camper," which allows two adults to sleep in comfort; the "Fashion" which provides "stylish urban mobility"; or the "Rescue" which is designed for emergency search and safety operations.

I like the "Tonka-ish" look of this vehicle. Although I don't have many tools, I'd buy some to put into my cool little truck. Please Suzuki, build this.

May Light increase!