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Suzuki Prepares Four Unique Concepts for Tokyo Show

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Khatir Soltani
The next car in Suzuki's conceptual foursome has what must be one of the oddest
While labeled with one of the oddest names ever, at least "Mom's Personal Wagon" is descriptive. (Photo: Suzuki Canada)
names ever used to designate a prototype, but at least "Mom's Personal Wagon" is descriptive. At a time when most automakers are trying to appeal to soccer moms by providing wagons that look more like SUVs than kiddy haulers, the tiny MPW has been designed to stand out as a child-friendly vehicle. Even its grille smiles welcoming, beckoning kids aboard, while its colour scheme, made up of various shades of brown, is ideal for hiding stains. There are handy storage trays throughout, one that pulls out from within the dash and another within the front passenger seat, along with
Suzuki's Ionis integrates fuel cell technolgy. (Photo: Suzuki Canada)
a sizeable cargo bin, perfect for storing toys and other items for keeping the children quiet.

Also family friendly, Suzuki's Ionis does more than preview a new stylish exercise in space optimization, but also integrates the automaker's fuel-cell technology below its floorboards - similar in configuration to General Motors' Sequel concept, introduced last year in Detoit. Also included is a state-of-the-art infotainment system, with wireless connectivity and satellite TV.

Khatir Soltani
Khatir Soltani
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