Honda Cars : The Least and Most Polluting Cars of 2009 | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

Top 20 Least Polluting Vehicles of 200920th place (tie): Saturn Astra, Ford Focus, Mazda3, Pontiac G5, Nissan VersaA number of cars post a CO2 per year rating of 3,552 kg. The Saturn Astra with a manual transmission, the Ford Focus with an automatic transmission (which should get better with the double-clutch model in 2010), the 2.0-liter Mazda3 with a manual transmission (the only Mazda on the list), the Pontiac G5 with an automatic transmission and the Nissan Versa with an automatic transmission.19th place (tie): Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac...

Honda Cars : ebay find: Whoa! A Chevrolet Cobalt 'Star Wars' Edition | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

Complete with proton torpeedo upgrade!"This Paint features a detailed Star Wars likeneses like the Darth Vader reaching his hand out as if he's congering up the red realistic fire and the Dumbbell nebula. Next to him are the Imperial Walkers & Storm Trooper. Also featured are Photo reproductions of Nebulas and gallixies Etc. Photographed by the Hubble telescope. The Hubble is featured on drivers side over the planet Saturn along with the Horsehead...

Honda Cars : Honda Malaysia scores highest monthly sales ever thanks to new 2009 Honda City | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

The Honda City seems to be defying the current financial downturn as it has helped propel Honda Malaysia Sdn Bhd achieve its highest monthly sales ever in history, bringing Honda market share up to 10% of the Total Industry Volume, in a market that has shrunk by 17.5% year on year. Honda scored 1,693 units of the Honda City in January 2009, which is nearly 50% of total Honda sales of 3,815 units. The Civic, Accord and CR-V scored sales of 734, 803...

Honda Cars : More Info. on Honda's plan for a bioethanol research plant | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

Tokyo, Japan - Honda Motor Company has announced that it plans to build a new research facility for bioethanol production technology from non-edible cellulosic material, such as the stems and leaves of plants. The facility will be built in Kazusa Akademia Park in Japan.The new facility of Honda R&D will be a single, 1,050-square-metre building, with construction scheduled to begin in April 2009. The company’s goal is to begin operations in November...

Honda Cars : Honda builds best vehicles: Consumer Reports | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

Yonkers, New York - Honda has earned class leader status for building the best all-around vehicles for American drivers, according to Consumer Reports. It is the third consecutive year that Honda has been so named.At the opposite end of the annual ranking is Chrysler, which fared worse than last year. The magazine said that the company’s poor-performing products and sinking reliability reports have kept all Dodge, Chrysler and Jeep vehicles off its...

Honda Cars : Rest in Peace Nick Laping | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

All the best to the Laping family, Nick will be sorely miss...

Honda Cars : Honda tops Consumer Reports 2009 Automaker Report Cards... again | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

In what may be the least surprising news you read all day, Consumer Reports has released its annual 2009 Auto Issue that contains Automaker Report Cards. These report cards compile all of CR's road test data and predicted reliability ratings for all vehicles in its database, and Japanese automakers have again earned top rankings just as they have for as long as we can recall. Honda, Subaru and Toyota came out on top after all the scores were tallied,...

Honda Cars : Honda to build biofuel research centre | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

Honda plans to set up a biofuel R&D unit in Kazusa Akademia Park in Japan's Chiba Prefecture.Source;http://www.automotiveworld.com/WAM/content.asp?contentid=75019(subscription requir...

Honda Cars : GM loses $9.6 billion in last quarter bringing the total to $30.9 Billion for 2008 | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

Embattled automaker reports larger than expected in fourth quarter loss and burns through more than $5 billion in cash; says it needs new loans this year.By Chris Isidore, CNNMoney.com senior writerLast Updated: February 26, 2009: 9:51 AM ETNEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- General Motors posted a $9.6 billion net loss in the fourth quarter, a period in which its sales plunged and it needed a federal bailout to avoid filing for bankruptcy.The company also...

Honda Cars : Honda Recognizes Environmentally Responsible Battery Chargers | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

FERNDALE, Wash., Feb. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- ALTEN Battery Chargers Inc. is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as an OEM partner with Honda Inc., as it introduces the first full line of portable DC battery chargers to the North American market. Powered by Honda's environmentally responsible, advanced four-stroke engines, ALTEN's portable battery chargers can save up to four hours (67%) of time and offer up to 67% savings in fuel over conventional...

Honda Cars : A requiem - Honda admit future F1 return possible | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

Honda Motor Co.'s incoming chief executive has left the door open to the struggling Japanese manufacturer returning to formula one in the future.Under the stewardship of departing CEO Takeo Fukui and amid the brunt of the global financial crisis, Honda decided to pull out of the sport after the 2008 season, citing the need to "protect its core business activities."But with Takanobu Ito set to take over in June, the future Honda CEO and president...

Honda Cars : Autoblog; U.S. hybrid price war preview: Insight takes lowest hybrid price crown in UK | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

When the new Honda Insight and third-generation Toyota Prius go on sale in the U.S. later this year, there will be a bit of battle to see if the lower-priced Insight can topple the third-generation Prius from the top hybrid spot. Now that pricing for the Insight has been announced, we can see a preview of that match-up brewing in the UK, and Honda is staking it's claim for the "most affordable hybrid" title. The Insight will start at £15,490, and...

Honda Cars : Honda says to raise Insight output as orders climb | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

TOKYO, Feb 24 (Reuters) - Honda Motor Co plans to produce more of its new Insight hybrid cars from April, having received orders for almost three times its monthly sales target for the gasoline-electric model it launched on Feb. 6 in Japan, a top official said on Tuesday.Honda plans to launch the Insight, its first attempt at a low-cost, high-volume hybrid, in Europe and the United States over the next two months.Japan's No.2 automaker is targeting...

Honda Cars : New president, CEO at Honda Canada | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

Honda Canada Manufacturing will have a new CEO and President effective April 1.He is Hiroshi Sasamoto, who has been President of Honda Manufacturing of Alabama since April 2007. Mr. Sasamoto is also being promoted to operating officer of Honda Motor Co.During his tenure as president in Lincoln, he oversaw the transfer of production of the Ridgeline pickup truck from Alliston to Alabama. It's the first time Honda shifted model production from one...

Honda Cars : No Big Surprise; Toyota Cancels Upcoming Toyota Supra to focus on Hybrids | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

Toyota Supra remains at the top of high-performance sports cars with the Mark I inline 6-cylinder generating 110 hp (82kW) to the twin-turbocharged Mark IV that comes with 320 hp (239kW). However, beginning 2002, Toyota moved away from the Supra image to the green vision of the Prius.With a move further down the hybrid lane, Toyota North America has canceled its Celica/Supra revival plans. Although at the Detroit Auto Show back in 2007 Toyota’s...

Honda Cars : Chrysler Bail Out Game | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

See how long you can keep Chrysler afloat.Click on the link to play;http://issue.imotormag.co.uk/car-reviews-car-news-car-videos/1H49996f97e7d29012.cde/page...

Honda Cars : Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Announces New President & CEO | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

Takeo Fukui, the current President & CEO (left) and Takanobu Ito (right) soon to be the seventh President & Chief Executive Officer of Honda Motor effective in late June 2009.I must say as to this news, the new guys name isn't as fun to try and pronounce as the old one.... TOKYO, Japan, February 23, 2009–Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda Motor) announced that Takanobu Ito, currently the company's Senior Managing Director, will become the seventh...

Honda Cars : 2009 Automotive Depreciation Ratings | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

ALG is the leading source for automotive residual values and analytical data products, as well as consulting services for automotive manufacturers, finance companies, and fleet companies. If you are a consumer or lessee, we also offer tips and tools for vehicle leasing to help you calculate monthly payments, understand residual values, and gain knowledge about the automotive industry in general.Below are the individual rankings, 5 is the best - 1...

Honda Cars : Honda wins Energy Star awards from EPA | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

Torrance, California - Honda has received Energy Star awards from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its auto plants in Ohio and Alabama. The awards are in recognition of curbing energy use during vehicle assembly.For the fiscal year ending March 31, 2008, Honda’s average CO2 emissions per vehicle produced in North America were at their lowest levels since the company began measuring results in 2001. The EPA bases the award points...

Honda Cars : 2010 Acura RDX to get Corporate Grill | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

Looks like the 2010 Acura RDX is about to get the Corporate Shield. I think it looks a little nicer than the existing one, but all in all, not much needed to change. Not sure how real this pic is but it's a good shop if it isn't.Source;http://www.burlappcars.com/2009/02/2010-acura-rdx.h...

Honda Cars : Detroit 3 health crucial for Japan carmakers-lobby | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

TOKYO, Feb 19 (Reuters) - A healthy U.S. auto industry is vital for a sound U.S. economy and by extension for Japanese carmakers, a Tokyo-based auto lobby said, giving a tacit nod to the latest request for federal aid from ailing rivals in Detroit.General Motors Corp and Chrysler this week sought nearly $22 billion in additional U.S. government loans on top of the $17.4 billion in loans they have so far received to survive as car sales plummet around...

Honda Cars : GM disbands high-performance division | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

Detroit, Michigan - General Motors has disbanded its High Performance Vehicle Operations unit, according to Automotive News, and said that all high-performance projects are on “indefinite hold.”The unit is based in the company’s technical centre in Detroit. The engineers have been sent to other divisions.The unit created low-volume performance versions of GM vehicles, including the Cadillac V cars, Chevrolet Cobalt SS, HHR SS and a V8-powered Chevrolet...

Honda Cars : Saturn targeted for extinction in GM's plan for survival | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

Sad times for Saturn dealers, my heart goes out to the families of those working there.Jim MatejaFebruary 19, 2009Roger Smith's dream is officially a nightmare.The General Motors chairman came up with an idea in the mid-'80s to create a division called Saturn to compete directly with Japanese imports by selling small, low-priced, high-mileage cars.The first Saturn, the SL, bowed with a 1991 model.Smith spent $3 billion to develop Saturn. And it did...

Honda Cars : Honda takes top spot again in annual green vehicle ranking | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

Honda has once again topped the list in the annual environmental ratings for 2009 models published by the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEE).Despite tough times in the global car industry, manufacturers continue to make progress by fine-tuning their engines and transmissions and adding emissions control technologies to comply with forthcoming federal fuel economy standards.ACEE’s Green Book® Online once again placed Honda’s natural...

Honda Cars : Honda (HMC) may outrun the recession | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

No large car company is going to do well as the global recession deepens. But the one best positioned to move through the tough period is Honda (NYSE: HMC). It did not go through the global factory expansion that has stretched Toyota's (NYSE: TM) resources. It builds small, quality, fuel-efficient cars that have gained more and more market share in almost ever major country.Results out of China say something about Honda's relative success. According toThe Wall Street Journal, "Chery Automobile Co., China's most successful independent producer and...

Honda Cars : Honda Insight handily outselling projections in Japan | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

So far, all indications are that Honda has got a hit on its corporate hands in the form of its new Insight hybrid hatchback. The automaker had been hoping to get 5,000 orders per month in its home market of Japan for the new Insight, but that sales target was eclipsed after just over a week on the market. According to Honda, there were already 5,000 advance requests for the car before it was even available to order.This early sales success may bode...

Honda Cars : Honda / Acura Navigation Update Sites | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

For those of you that have an older Honda or Acura with Navigation, here are the sites needed to at least inquire about prices, etc.Acura;https://store.alpine-usa.com/Acuradvdsales/naviorder.phpHonda;https://store.alpine-usa.com/Hondadvdsales/naviorder....

Honda Cars : Honda ready for a world beyond gas | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

The hydrogen fuel-cell-powered Honda FC Sport design study model makes its Canadian public debut today at the 2009 Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto.The oddly configured three-seat sports-car concept is designed to show the flexibility and potential of Honda's V Flow fuel-cell technology -- already deployed in the Honda FCX Clarity sedan."The Honda FC Sport explores new ways to satisfy automotive performance enthusiasts in a world beyond...

Honda Cars : Honda's New Hybrid Information Site; Honda Words | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

The site details the storied history of Honda's gas-electric vehicles including the original Insight which was the first hybrid mass produced for the U.S. market. The "Words of Hybrid" are all connected, but they float around whimsically as you move your cursor through the page.The new Insight takes center stage on the page with numerous photos and specs. There are tabs for the future CR-Z and Jazz (which U.S. readers would call the "Fit") hybrids,...

Honda Cars : Demand for Honda hybrid car soars | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

Honda said that demand for hybrid vehicle Insight is soaring in Japan with orders topping its monthly target of 5,000 in just over a week.The Insight gas-electric hybrid, which starts only at 1.89 million yen (£14,000), hit showrooms across Japan on February 6.The launch of the cheapest hybrid vehicle came amid a devastating slump in the global car market.But Honda said demand for the Insight has been so brisk that the company has received more than...

Honda Cars : Forbes; 2009's Safest Vehicles | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

Midsize sedans, wagons and small SUVs dominate our list of the safest vehicles of the year. To generate our list of the Safest Vehicles of 2009, we used crash-test and rollover data from the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Each vehicle on our list received the highest possible overall scores from IIHS (IIHS crash ratings are more severe than federal standards), and at least four out of...

Honda Cars : Forbes; 2009's Most Dangerous Cars | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

These cars and trucks scored the worst in crash test and rollover ratings for the model year. To compile our list of the most dangerous vehicles of 2009, we used crash results from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and rollover ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA awards up to five stars for rollover safety, while IIHS uses a scale of "good," "acceptable," "marginal" and "poor." After each IIHS crash,...

Honda Cars : Sport Compact Car; 2005 Honda NSX Type-R - The Ultimate Honda? | 2013 New Honda Car Reviews 0

Picking Apart Spoon Sports' 420bHP NSX Type-R GTBy Jay ChenPhotography by Steve DemmittThe noise begins as a slight echo, cutting through the quiet silence of the still air. It soon crescendos into the distinctly hollow wail of an NSX exhaust note and Spoon Sports' white rocket suddenly appears over a nearby hill. The mid-engine Honda rides the curb, on the edge of adhesion, and devours the short straight ahead. By the time it's disappeared from...