As electrification is bound to become increasingly common throughout the automotive industry, the shape and design of new vehicles will begin to change. Just take a look at the new Ioniq 5, for example. On first impressions, it looks like a compact hatchback but it actually has a longer wheelbase than Hyundai’s flagship Palisade SUV.
By also using an electric powertrain, the
designer of this unusual Honda render has managed to drastically alter the
shape of the vehicle. Dubbed the HR-X Delsol, the study is referred to as a
tiny pickup truck coupe and not only does it look unlike any other modern
Honda, but it also looks unlike any other production vehicle as well.
The front of the render consists of a
short hood with virtually no front overhang. There is also a faux grille
similar in shape to the grille of the all-electric Honda e and complete with a
large ‘H’ shape on the left. The designer, Alexis Poncelet, has taken a real
sci-fi approach to the rest of the vehicle’s design, fitting it with a set of
bizarre off-road wheels and tires that protrude out from the bodywork. Such a
design simply wouldn’t be functional on the road but it certainly gives the
concept a unique look.
The unique shape of the vehicle continues
at the rear where there is a small pickup bed and cargo area. One of the
renderings depicts three computer graphics card-inspired fridges used to cool
beers.
