by Honda in the News on March 3, 2010
Honda, the first Japanese automaker to open a plant in the U.S., continues to solidify its position as a key part of the American manufacturing landscape: The company recently announced that its facility in Greensburg, Ind., has built its 100,000th Honda Civic.
Of course, that’s not that much of a surprise when you consider how big a hit the Civic has been for Honda. The compact sold 259,722 units in 2009, making it the sixth-best-selling vehicle in the U.S. for that year, and the Civic is off to a very positive start in 2010. Honda moved 14,693 Civics last month, up 12.1 percent compared to January of 2009, and there’s plenty of reason to expect the car’s full-year sales will get a healthy bump from Toyota Corolla defectors. [click to continue…]
by Honda in the News on February 24, 2010
At the 2009 LA Auto Show, Honda showed off its P-NUT concept car. The ultra compact two-seater was designed for urban city-dwellers, and its design and petite dimensions was specifically intended to maximize fuel-efficiently and drivability in tight places. Honda’s latest concept car is due to break cover next week at the Geneva Motor Show, and also continues Honda’s interest in designing the ultimate vehicle for urban mobility.
The new Honda 3R-C Concept is even smaller than the aforementioned P-NUT and accommodates only one person. The motorcycle-like vehicle is all-electric, and is entirely designed and built by Honda’s Research and Design facility in Milan. The chassis of the 3R-C features only three wheels and it has a very low center of gravity to improve stability. The cockpit keeps the driver low within the body of the vehicle, which ultimately helps to protect the driver as well. [click to continue…]
by Honda in the News on February 23, 2010
Consumer Reports is one of the leading tools and most trusted resources when it comes to buying a new car. Their recommendations and ratings are often seen as helpful guides for car buyers looking to make the smartest new car purchase. After reviewing the latest new models, Consumer Reports just released the latest automaker report cards, and perhaps it’s no surprise that Honda is on top.
Honda has reigned supreme for the fourth consecutive year in its annual review of the best all-around vehicles for American drivers. Tied with Subaru, Consumer Reports gave Honda an overall ratting of 77 out of 100 points in their evaluation 2010 models in regard to braking, handling, comfort, convenience, safety, and fuel economy. [click to continue…]
by Honda in the News on February 19, 2010
Honda has long been considered a leader in hybrid technology. But the Japanese automaker has avoided the temptation to outfit their larger vehicles with its hybrid power-train, unlike competing automakers such as Toyota. Pragmatic Honda engineers have felt that building a hybrid Ridgeline, Pilot, or even CR-V, would simply not yield the improved mileage to justify the additional cost.
Honda’s strategy of reserving its hybrid technology for use in smaller cars appears to be changing, as the all-new upcoming Odyssey minivan may include the availability of a hybrid system. [click to continue…]
by Honda in the News on February 17, 2010
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With the recent troubles Toyota and Honda have had with technology recalls, it only makes sense that they should get together to re-establish their reputation for quality.
This probably isn’t what they had in mind.
by Honda in the News on February 11, 2010
Today Honda took the covers off its latest concept vehicle, the Honda Odyssey Concept. On display at the 2010 Chicago Auto Show, this new concept is likely not a far departure from the upcoming next-generation Odyssey minivan.
The new concept vehicle suggests that the new next-gen Honda Odyssey will offer less conservative styling compared to the current generation. A lower roofline and a wider footprint both help the Odyssey Concept achieve a more aggressive look. [click to continue…]
by jburney on February 8, 2010
There’s more bad news for Honda: The company is recalling 646,000 Honda Fits worldwide for a potentially dangerous problem with the vehicles’ power-window switches. It turns out that if these switches get wet—via an open window in the rain, for example—they can start burning and eventually catch on fire. The cars involved are from the 2007-2008 model years, and the recall affects about 120,000 vehicles in the U.S.
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by JD Rucker on February 4, 2010
Scheduled to debut at the Chicago Auto Show next week, Honda has been able to keep the 3rd generation Honda Odyssey free from prying eyes and photographers thus far.
They invited people to “imagine the possibilities” on their website, and this is what came out so far: [click to continue…]
by kfuruta on February 2, 2010
One of the newest vehicles to hit the market for automobiles in 2010 is the Honda Accord Crosstour. The Crosstour is an Accord that is slotted just a bit smaller than the Honda Pilot. The vehicle was introduced to the public in November of 2009, selling 485 units. Its popularity took off in December. The total number of units sold, jumped to 2,079, bringing the 2009 total to 2,564. The price for a Honda Crosstour is just below the Accord Sedan at $29,670. The vehicle comes with a 3.5-liter V6 engine. Including, a choice of either front wheel or all wheel drive. The Crosstour is only sold in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. [click to continue…]
by jburney on February 1, 2010
Honda has worked hard to become one of the most popular vehicle manufacturers in the country. Since 1996, the American outlet of Honda has produced at least 75 percent of its sales in the United States. This means that 75 percent of Honda’s sales each year came from vehicles that were manufactured in the country and not overseas. Honda has now set an all-time record for vehicles sold in the United States that were also manufactured in the country. The new record number stands at 83.8 percent and was set in 2009.
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