by Honda in the News on June 25, 2010
True, a vehicle’s MSRP is an important gauge of how much it can cost drivers to get into a new car, but it’s far from the only factor. Depreciation, financing costs, taxes/fees, insurance premiums, upkeep, fuel costs and a whole lot more are also part of the picture. And when the experts at Edmunds.com took that kind of information into account in their recent “Lowest True Cost to Own” analysis, they also ended up putting Honda in the spotlight: The automaker’s products led seven separate Edmunds.com categories in this important measure of automotive value.
The Honda Fit earned the nod in the “Sedan $15K-$25K” segment, showing just how versatile the subcompact really is—remember, it’s not even a sedan, but a stylish, surprisingly roomy five-door hatchback that’s as frugal at the gas pumps as it is fun to drive. [click to continue…]
by Honda in the News on June 24, 2010
Both the Honda Accord Sedan and Coupe have received a modest refresh for the 2011 model year. Among the changes are revised front and rear fascias to improve aerodynamics. Honda also tweaked the transmission gearing, and both changes have ultimately improved fuel-efficiency. The 2011 Honda Accord sedan with the four-cylinder engine, for example, now achieves 23 miles per gallon in the city and 34 mpg on the highway. [click to continue…]
by Honda in the News on June 22, 2010
Honda made big news with the launch of the 2010 Insight, since it became America’s most affordable hybrid. Now the new sporty hatchback that’s based on the Insight, the all-new 2011 Honda CR-Z, is also being offered with an enticing base price.
Sales of the Honda CR-Z hybrid will begin August 24 with a base price of $19,200. It will be offered in three trim levels, but each will feature the same 1.5-liter iVTEC four-cylinder engine that produces 125 horsepower. [click to continue…]
by Honda in the News on June 22, 2010
The well-respected journalists at Automobile magazine are a canny lot. When they noticed the introduction of the 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour meant all members of the Japanese Big Three were now selling “tall wagon” versions of their bread-and-butter mid-size sedans, they did what comes naturally and put all three to the test. The winner? The Crosstour, naturally.
While recognizing that “the vehicles do differ quite significantly in shape and purpose,” the magazine pitted the Crosstour against the Nissan Murano (built on the same platform as the Altima) and the Toyota Venza (built on the same platform as the Camry) to see which “best fulfills the needs of this fledgling segment.” [click to continue…]
by Honda in the News on June 21, 2010
With the demise of the S2000, Honda’s lineup has since been void of any true sports cars. The upcoming Honda CR-Z should help add a bit of performance, but let’s face it, it’s ultimately not on par with S2000 roadster. Luckily, if rumors prove to be true, Honda’s got a replacement for the S2000 in the works.
Rumors suggest that this new roadster won’t reach production until 2014. It will also feature a mid-engine layout for optimal weight distribution. What is still completely up for speculation is what will reside under the hood. Aside from a conventional gasoline engine, it may even feature a hybrid setup similar to the CR-Z’s. Regardless, it’s expected to remain small in stature like the last generation S2000. [click to continue…]
by Honda in the News on June 18, 2010
Based extensively on the Odyssey Concept which made its debut at the Chicago Auto Show, the 2011 Honda Odyssey was officially revealed this week, and it brings new features and style to the minivan segment.
One of the most noticeable traits of the 2011 Odyssey is that it’s lower and wider than the current model and features the eye-catching “lightning bolt” belt line that was also found on the Odyssey Concept. Exterior features include available HID headlamps up front, new 18-inch alloy wheels, larger 12.6-inch ventilated front disc brakes, and even a power tailgate to make loading and unloading cargo effortless. [click to continue…]
by Honda in the News on June 15, 2010
The Environmental Protection Agency just released its list of the Top 10 EPA-Rated Fuel Sippers since 1984, and it’s no surprise to us that Honda came out on top.
At #1 on the list was the first generation Honda Insight. At one time, the odd looking three-door Insight was even more popular than the current best-selling Toyota Prius, which of course came in at #2 on the EPA’s list. [click to continue…]
by Honda in the News on June 9, 2010
When you consider that even Honda says the design of its game-changing CR-Z hybrid is “evocative of video games,” it makes perfect sense that the car is scheduled for a pre-production debut at this year’s Electronic Entertainment Expo in Los Angeles. After all, the event is one of the video-gaming industry’s most important trade shows, attracting thousands of people to see the latest in high-tech entertainment.
And that’s a pretty good description of the CR-Z. Honda’s newest hybrid showcases a futuristic wedge-shaped profile wrapped around a package that uses cutting-edge technology to deliver both a highly entertaining driving experience and some highly impressive fuel-efficiency numbers.
This is great news for Honda Dealers across the country such as this Honda Dealer near Glen Burnie. [click to continue…]
by Honda in the News on May 21, 2010
Each year, Parents magazine and the automotive experts at Edmunds.com honor the “Best Family Cars” in the industry, and for 2010, they helpfully separated the 15 honorees into five separate vehicle categories. It also turns out that the list showed a recurrent theme this time around: Honda placed vehicles in each of the five segments, the only automaker to do so.
The Honda Accord was recognized in the “Sedan” category, thanks to its roomy backseat, comfortable cabin, “nimble” handling and convenience features like remote start. The short story from the list makers: “There are plenty of strong sedans, but the Accord ranks above all of its comparably priced rivals.” [click to continue…]
by Honda in the News on May 19, 2010
With Nissan’s Leaf electric vehicles heading into showrooms by late this year, all eyes will be glued to see how this EV will perform in the market. With reservations already adding up quickly, the Leaf may be a boon to EV development in the US. However, Honda has a different perspective when it comes to EVs.
Honda “lacks confidence” in electric-car demand, according to Tomohiko Kawanabe, president of Honda’s research and development. Despite the automaker’s strength when it comes to building environmentally-friendly products, Honda remains skeptical about electric-cars 10 years after it has stopped selling the EV Plus, the first battery electric vehicle. [click to continue…]
