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Honda Unveils Green OSM Concept

Here’s a tip for automakers (or any other company that makes “green” products): the masses would be more than happy to do their part in saving this big blue ball if the tools to do so were actually…cool. Something like Honda’s new low emission sports car concept, the OSM, which was unveiled today at the 2008 British International Motor Show.

Labeled as a “design study”, the OSM (short for Open Study Model) is the latest concept from Honda that previews their new design direction and low emission technology. The lightweight coupe’s “clean and dynamic” design inspiration can be seen in the smooth curves and distinctive lines of the body, which make the lil roadster look like it’s ready to pounce. The interior carries on the fluid theme with a simple to use two-tier dashboard with sweeping curves and an iDrive-esque media controller. The goal for the OSM, according to project leader Andreas Sittel, was to show the public that low-emission cars can actually be attractive. We thought the Lexus LS-460h was a pretty attractive hybrid, but what do we know? Check out more pics after the jump.