The iDA-X001 head unit by Alpine Electronics promises to bring you the best in-vehicle iPod experience with easy control and access to all your music through a brand-new interface.

It's equipped with a color 320 x 240 pixel TFT screen that displays artist, album and track information, and even album art from the iPod. Menus that are navigable exactly like the iPod.

The iDA-X001 includes only one built-in audio source (an AM/FM tuner), connects via USB, and carries the "Made for iPod" seal. The only thing it's missing is a CD slot.

The USB provides faster data transfers and full digital audio using a 24-bit Burr Brown DAC and has a built-in 18 Watt x 4 amplifier. (iPod USB adapter and USB cable is included.)

The new Full Speed USB connection instantly makes your iPod ready for the road- and even lets you play your USB thumb drives.

Note: If you have an earlier generation iPod, you can still connect via the KCE-422i adapater.

The iDA-X001 has been recognized as a CES Innovations 2007 Award Honoree.

The iDA-X001 will be available in April at authorized Alpine dealers for $450.