Tomahawk: Breaking Boundaries At Full Throttle
Published: 9th January 2003
Life just got more extreme. Much more extreme.
The Viper-powered Dodge Tomahawk concept vehicle, revealed by the Chrysler Group at the 2003 North American International Auto Show, shatters all the barriers of conventional thinking about personal transportation. This four-wheel, single-passenger vehicle is a sleek, rolling sculpture that combines art-deco styling with extreme engineering.
The 500-horsepower Viper V-10 engine powering the dual rear
wheels gives this radical vehicle a potential top speed of
420 miles per hour – for anyone who wants to test it.
"The Dodge brand philosophy always challenges
us to grab life by the horns," said British-born
Trevor Creed, Senior Vice President – Design, Chrysler
Group, as the Tomahawk roared into view. "In the case
of Tomahawk, grabbing and holding onto anything for dear life
is a necessity. It’s just that extreme and passionate;
a glimpse into the soul and commitment of true enthusiasts."
Initial reaction to the concept vehicle typically comes in two words: "Wow!" and "why?"
