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2013 AutoGuide Car of the Year Nominee: Honda Accord
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A testament to just how good it is, the final nominee for the 2013 AutoGuide.com Car of the Year didn’t just beat out the rest of the new models to make our short list, it bested three other cars in its own class.
Honda Expands Rollaway Recall to 800K More Vehicles
Honda just announced that it is expanding a recent recall to include an additional 800,000 vehicles because of problems with the ignition interlock that allows the key to be removed when the vehicle isn’t in park.
Honda Fit ‘Urban SUV Concept’ Teased Ahead of 2013 Detroit Auto Show
Honda has announced that it will be showing off a new crossover concept at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show, called the “Urban SUV Concept.”
Diesel-Powered Hondas Unlikely For US, Says Exec
Advanced diesel engines are one option automakers can turn to for complying with upcoming U.S. fuel-economy standards. German OEMs in particular are the technology’s strongest proponents, but at the opposite end of the Eurasian landmass, Honda is not so bullish.
Honda 3-Cylinder Engines a Possibility, Exec Says
Ever more stringent CAFE requirements in the U.S. and CO2 regulations in Europe are squeezing automakers like never before. They’re turning to technologies and fuels they would have never considered just 10 years ago. What’s Honda’s strategy to meet these standards?
Honda Must Be Faster, More Flexible Says N.A. CEO
After the 2012 Civic launched to less than glowing reviews, Honda has subtly changed how it develops vehicles to prevent this embarrassing situation from happening again. The 2013 Civic, as well as the updated Accord midsize sedan prove the company hasn’t completely lost its way.
Which Gas Stations Sell the Best Quality Gasoline?
Oil companies and gas-station chains love to boast about their fuels, how they burn the cleanest or deliver the most miles per gallon. But can these claims ever be validated? How is the average consumer supposed to figure out what’s best for their vehicle? At least one kind of fuel cuts through the marketing malarkey….
Honda to Become Net Exporter of North American Cars
Honda was the first Japanese brand to build cars in the USA, and now the company is on track to have a larger number of cars exported from North America than imported.
2013 Honda Civic Refresh is Better in All Ways, Almost
Taking criticism to heart, Honda has rolled out a refreshed version of its popular Civic model just one model year after the original launched.
Honda EV-STER at LA Auto Show Hints at Future Production Model
Ever since its debut at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show, the Honda EV-STER Concept has been at the center of speculation and rumors of whether or not it’ll become a production model.
Honda, Acura, Toyota Top ALG Residual Value Awards
Honda and Toyota both earned bragging rights this year for offering products with strong residual value over the competition.
Honda 7-Speed DCT to “Inject Sportiness” in Vehicle Lineup
With the 2013 Accord, Honda made the surprise move of offering a continuously variable transmission (CVT) to help maximize fuel economy. Hitting higher mpg targets is, however, just one goal for the Japanese automaker and a new dual-clutch unit is on its way to help maintain the brand’s fun-to-drive reputation.
Hyundai MPG Scandal Could Boost Honda Sales
Left in the wake of Hyundai’s debunked fuel economy claims, brands that vowed to catch up are unexpectedly well-positioned. As gas mileage lurches to the forefront of many driver’s minds, car buyers are considering which product will be the least thirsty. It’s an issue that easily put Hyundai atop many lists until recently when the…
Honda Unveils 1.6L Diesel Engine for Euro Civic
Honda Civic buyers in Europe will benefit from a new 1.6-liter diesel engine — the first oil burner in the brand’s new “Earth Dreams” engine lineup.
Honda Motorbike Featured in 007 Skyfall Up for Auction
The Honda dirt bike featured in the opening chase scene Skyfall, the latest Bond flick, is heading to eBay as part of the BBC Children in Need annual fundraising auction.
2012 LA Auto Show Design Challenge Entries Revealed
This year’s entries for the LA Auto Show Design Challenge have been revealed, giving us a glimpse of a few major automakers visions for the ultimate law enforcement patrol vehicle for the year 2025.
Honda Collection Hall Photo Gallery Tour
It’s the dream of every Honda fanboy; a tour of the Honda Collection Hall.
Honda Super GT Race Car Hoonage – Video
The annual “Honda Meeting” in Japan is a chance for journalists from around the world to sample future product and learn about upcoming technologies from one of Japan’s leading automakers. And while the focus of this year’s deep-dive into the world of Honda focused on everything from safety to hybrids, it wasn’t all technical presentations…
Honda Micro-Commuter Prototype Takes a Step Towards Reality
A year after Honda revealed its Micro-Commuter car as a concept at the Tokyo Motor Show, the automaker is moving towards the machine’s production with a prototype model that’s significantly more real-world ready.
Honda Planning Three-Tier Hybrid Range
First announced as part of the upcoming Acura NSX and RLX, Honda is developing a three-stage hybrid rollout strategy that will include applications specifically targeted to premium, mid-size and compact models.
Honda Targets Zero Collisions Goal Through New Safety Tech
Along with its two better-known core brand values of driving fun and fuel economy, Honda has announced an ambitious new “zero collisions” target to fulfill its ongoing focus on safety.
2014 Honda Fit Engine Tech Previewed
Still competitive in its segment due to innovative styling, packaging and an enjoyable drive, Honda’s Fit sub-compact is starting to show its age.
2014 Acura RLX to Get Innovative All-Wheel Steering
While the big hype surrounding the all-new Acura RLX luxury flagship sedan is its electric all-wheel drive system, front-drive models will gain a new all-wheel steering system to help maximize performance and safety.
Honda Reveals i-DCD Dual-Clutch Hybrid for Small Cars
As a part of its new Earth Dreams powertrain rollout, Honda has announced a new 1.5-liter 4-cylinder hybrid mated to a dual-clutch transmission that it believes will deliver segment-leading fuel economy while retaining the brand’s core fun-to-drive quality.
