Hi Scott & Jill,
I was forwarded your lovely note, as my department (Honda Automobiles PR) is taking all requests and ideas re: the Dog Friendly Element.
At this time, we are only collecting all inquiries and requests – we simply do not yet know when we’ll have anything to work with – even prototypes. Once we understand further about timing and actual product, we will begin to further evaluate the abundance of opportunities that have come our way.
People love their pets! We knew this going into the Dog Friendly Element’s development, and that’s been validated ten-fold after our New York press conference where we debuted this vehicle.
Times are … challenging, and Honda is in the same boat as others where our resources are very slim. I really can’t comment on your proposal at this time, but please know that we will consider within about a month.
In the meantime, feel free to write/call me with any questions. Thank you so much for reaching out.
Not a yes … but not a no. Obviously, we don’t have Steinbeck’s clout. But we do have hope. Our fingers (and paws) remain crossed.
In the meantime, I’m sizing up the old CRV for a new rooftop gear box. Rocinante or no Rocinante, our trip must go on.
—Scott