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Oct 06 2005 2 Comments

Bow W.O.W

Pet transportation it seems is the current big thing in Japan, as just a few days after the introduction of new animal train tickets, Honda Motors has unveiled a concept car that caters specifically for canines.

The W.O.W (or ‘wonderful openhearted wagon’) as it is rather optimistically named, is designed for the country’s growing number of dog owners; a purpose built glove compartment allowing space for a petite pooch. The idea being that the driver can easily interact with his or her pet. Although how this would go down with safety officials wasn’t elaborated on.

honda dog car

In the back of the car, a cage can be popped open, creating a secure place for a slightly bigger beast. And for truly mammoth mutts, a seat belt set into the floor allows them to be safely buckled in.

honda wow

Considering the type of passengers it’s designed for, the W.O.W comes complete with both removable and easy to clean flooring, plus its wide sliding doors are purpose built to keep cavorting canines happy.

Explaining the design, a spokesperson from Honda said, “We created this vehicle from the point of view of a dog, but it turned out to be a gentler vehicle for the elderly, children and other family members.” Although how grandma and granddad would react to being strapped to the floor on trips to the supermarket remains to be seen.

Categorized: Motor Show, Technology Stuff, Travel

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  1. melina says

    10/7/2005 at 4:46 am

    No comment. I don’t have a little dog (or big) that I carry around with me and the cat stays home.

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  2. Moorpheus says

    11/23/2005 at 2:16 am

    My cat Rascal would LOVE it. Does it come with its own pet-friendly airbag or is it a ground meat maker?

    Is there a vacuum attachment to remove Rascal’s ever-present fur?

    Clearly, this has possibilities (so long as the attachments for me are very gentle and include some fine wine).

    More, more, more please!!

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