DIFFLOCK.com - 2001 New York Concepts

Journey into the automotive unknown with a trip to the 2001 New York International Automobile Show to see dozens of out-of-this-world, space-aged concept cars.

"Each year, the concept cars on display are more compelling than ever. Some are clearly design exercises, others look very close to production, and some are just, well, strange," said auto show chairman, John LaSorsa. "From Ford's retro Forty-Nine and VW's next-generation Microbus to an interesting lineup of multiuse hybrid vehicles that are at home both on and off the road, this season's concepts are anything but ordinary."

With these concepts, the 2001 Show will offer a glimpse into the drivers' seats of tomorrow. Display vehicles include modern interpretations of classics, some of the most futuristic designs, and many of the latest safety advancements.

	Chevy Borrego Chevy's Borrego is a rugged and fun "sports adventure vehicle." It features a built-in air compressor and water tank, as well as a reconfigurable mid-gate that shifts back to make room for two more passengers. MORE INFORMATION
	Cadillac Vizon It's not a wagon or an SUV but a combination of both, wrapped in Cadillac style. Vizon features adaptive cruise control for increased safety, Stabilitrak, and a voice-activated phone system. MORE INFORMATION
	Toyota RSC Concept Toyota developed the RSC (Rugged Sport Coupe) Concept to explore new possibilities for its next generation sports car. It's intended as purely a visual statement that's designed to connect with younger buyers.
	Ford Explorer Sportsman Based on the 2002 Explorer powered by a 240-horsepower, 4.6-liter V8, the Sportsman is for a back-to-nature fly-fishing trip. MORE INFORMATION
	Ford EX More dune buggy than car, the Ford EX concept's exposed components give it a purposeful, yet powerful, appearance MORE INFORMATION
	Volvo ACC Volvo prepares itself for the leap into the SUV segment with the ACC concept, a first indication of what's waiting around the corner. MORE INFORMATION
	Dodge Powerbox The Dodge PowerBox hybrid concept vehicle combines brawny looks with an advanced powertrain that is gentle on the environment. The rugged sport-utility concept provides the performance of a powerful V-8 engine, but achieves 60 percent better fuel efficiency than most SUVs on the road today. MORE INFORMATION
	Nissan T Concept Truck Nissan's T Concept Truck presents a glimpse into the possibility of Nissan's entry into the full-size truck market. MORE INFORMATION
	Hummer H2 SUT Concept One of the wildest, most indestructible, and powerful trucks ever. MORE INFORMATION
	GMC TerraCross More refined and graceful than the no-holds-barred 2000 GMC Terradyne, this vehicle is aimed at a young, sophisticated consumer who wants to entertain guests in style. MORE INFORMATION
	Isuzu KAI With its inspiration drawn from traditional Japanese aesthetics, the four-wheel-drive KAI's radiator grill design alludes to a Shinto temple gateway, the seat patterns are inspired by Samurai armor, and small square windows in the sun roof are reminiscent of the Shoji screens found in Japanese houses.
	Isuzu GBX Designed as an automotive backpack to transport your gear wherever you want, the GBX is a stylish sport utility vehicle with some interesting features including: a retractable canvas cargo roof, drop steps for easy access to the roof rack, and tool storage, work shelves.
	Mitsusbishi ASX Aimed squarely at Generation Y, the ASX is a mini sport-utility vehicle with full-time four-wheel drive, advanced navigation systems, and a rearview camera. MORE INFORMATION
	Mitsubishi RPM 7000 Designed as a rally-style sports car, the RPM 7000 is capable of producing 315 horsepower at 6,500 rpm. The 2.0-liter, DOHC 4-cylinder engine gets its strength from a twin-intercooled, twin-scroll turbocharger and transfers its power to all four wheels through an Active Control Transfer. MORE INFORMATION
	Jeep Willys Built to pay homage to Jeep vehicles of the past, the Jeep Willys features plastic body-technology that allows for a radical design approach. MORE INFORMATION