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• 2011 CR-Z Hybrid spells excitement as it was unveiled at the 2010 Detroit Auto Show

  25Jan
  Categories: CR-Z, Honda, Hybrid Car Comments: 0

  A big population of auto enthusiasts surely waited with eagerness for the coming of the sports coupe 2011 Honda CR-Z hybrid. The two-seater and its sporty line pumps some blood to the hybrid territory. The car is expected to be delivered as early as this summer.

  The CR-Z hybrid will be powered by the 4-cylinder i-VTEC 1.5L engine that makes use of the Integrated Motor Assist(IMA) by Honda. It looks like that this car shares most of its DNA with the recently rolled out Insight Hybrid. The CR-Z makes use of a 10 kilowatt electric motor which accelerates the car and recaptures power as it coasts and decelerates. The energy is stored in a 100 volt battery pack made of nickel metal hydride.

  The fuel economy is not the best as we expect for small hybrids. The electric engine is paired with six speed manual transmission or via a continuously variable transmission. The CVT version rates 36/38 mpg which is just like the Ford Fiesta while the manual hits worse at 31/37 mpg.

  

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  Tags: CR-Z, Detroit Auto Show, Honda, Honda CR-Z, Hybrid, Hybrid Car

• Honda: Not looking into production of RWD sedans

  07Aug
  Categories: Acura, Honda Comments: 0

  The speed is always compromised when you speak of front wheel drive vehicles. They are definitely not the epitome of what fast means. Front-wheels though have leverage in terms of marketing for their efficiency. The new Honda president, Takonobu Ito, is firm that there will be no RWD cars rolling off their factories.

  Some experts comment on the absence of the Honda brand in the premium end of the auto world where rear wheel drive sedans from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Lexus dominate the race. Ito does not see the sense in producing front engine and rear drive cars by imitating the other brands that have devoted almost half a century developing their cars.

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  Tags: Acura TL SH, Honda, Rear Wheel Drive, RWD, Sedan

• Honda to Invest around $50 million for Pioneer’s In-car Technology

  03Jun
  Categories: Corporate, Pioneer Comments: 0

  Recent studies of the auto industry reveal that consumers are getting wiser and wiser as they look under the hoods of their cars, interiors, and the in-car technology provided. Honda knows the importance of satisfying their consumers and is looking into investing big time so they can have access to the entertainment technology provided by Pioneer.

  The information was revealed by a spokesperson from Honda as they learn that Pioneer is veering away from the development of television but focusing on the market of car electronics.

  The Japanese car maker is looking into the great potential of a possible collaboration with a company that has a vast experience on in-car entertainment technology.

  

  The investment of Honda according to expert estimates may reach between $30 million and $50 million. Aside from the in-car next gen of Blu-ray players, the partnership will also include Pioneer car stereos, other entertainment units, and navigation systems.

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  Tags: Corporate, Electronics, Honda, Interior, Pioneer

• Honda Type S Accord Tourer Diesel at 2009 Geneva Show

  14Apr
  Categories: Accord, Diesel Comments: 0

  According to the UK Media Resource, Honda will be introducing a new and more powerful diesel Type S Accord during the 2009 Geneva Motor Show this March. The Accord addition is going to be sportier and higher-powered compared to the rest of the Accord line-up.

  The Type S Accord will feature a revised turbo-charger, a 20% power boost from the standard accord model, an increased torque at 380 Nm at 2000 rpm and a 2.2 liter diesel i-Dtec engine.

  Fans of Honda will also be quick to note that the Type S looks different from the rest of the batch. It’s based on a new design, with 18-inch alloy wheels and clear indicator covers. The model will be available in two body colors: Basque Red and Premium White Pearl.

  

  There is no sticker price on the Honda Type S Accord yet, but as of now, the model will be available in either Saloon or Tourer body shapes. The type S will also be available in manual transmission.

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  Tags: Diesel, Geneva Motor Show, Honda, Honda Accord, Motor Show, Tourer