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Spied : 2010 Honda / Acura NSX

2008-11-01T11:26:00.000-07:00

Spy photographers are having a blast this year with the forthcoming Honda / Acura NSX which has been spotted once again in and around the Nurburgring race track in Germany. These pictures that come to us from the folks at Cartribe give us a fuzzy glimpse of the 2010 NSX’s interior which features a F1 Racing Car styled steering wheel.

Despite the fact the NSX test mule’s heavy camouflage doesn’t allow us to see the design details, it’s pretty obvious that Honda’s new supercar looks quite similar to the 2007 Acura Advanced Sports Car Concept. Although it’s no secret that the new NSX will be equipped with a front-mounted V10 engine -as opposed to the first generation NSX’s mid-engine, rear-wheel layout, it remains unclear whether the NSX will get a rear-wheel-drive or an AWD setup. -Continued

2009 Honda Element Facelift: Official Photos

2008-10-20T19:45:00.000-07:00

The very first official photos of the revised 2009 Honda Element unceremoniously hit the web today. Expected to hit U.S. dealerships this fall, the 2009 Element obtains Honda’s new corporate grille which was first seen in the redesigned Pilot crossover along with larger, wraparound headlamps and a newly styled front bumper. At the rear-end, the facelifted Element features a new set of tail lamps, a redesigned fifth door with more angular crests and a slightly revised bumper.

The same styling tweaks have also been applied to the sportier 2009 Element SC that stands out thanks to the mild aero-kit and the body-colored moldings. We're not aware of any other changes, so until Honda releases official details on the redesigned Element, enjoy the photo gallery below.

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Honda selling strong in Korea

2008-09-30T08:38:00.001-07:00

Honda is only inches away from holding the fifth largest market share in the Korean car industry, after Hyundai, Kia, Renault Samsung, and Ssangyong. In June, Honda Korea reported it sold 1,354 units, closely trailing Ssangyong with 1,902 units.

Honda sold 753 units of its most popular model, Accord. This edged out Ssangyong's best-selling car, the Chairman W, which sold 745 units. "In the case of Accord, supply has been short this year. But as the sales in the U.S. market declined, we are now able to meet the demands on time by importing cars assembled in Japan for export to the United States to the Korean market," a Honda Korea executive stated.

Analysts speculate that the Accord is bound to break the 1000/month record, and the 2000 mark for Honda. The latter is a feat no import automaker has achieved in Korea as of now.

Lotus Helps Development of Honda Civic Hybrid Race Car

2008-09-30T08:37:00.001-07:00

Bet you never thought you’d see a Honda Civic IMA Hybrid in the air like the one in featured in the picture above. Of course, this isn’t your ordinary hybrid but a race prepped version of the eco-friendly Civic created by Oaktec. The Lancashire based company has been developing the Honda Hybrid system for motorsport since 2004. Oaktec took part in several rallies around the UK winning the F1000 Class A Championship in 2006 with a Honda Insight. Now Oaktec has joined forces with Lotus to develop the performance of a Civic Hybrid for rallying and circuit racing.

2009 Honda Element Facelift: Official Photos

2008-09-30T08:36:00.001-07:00

The very first official photos of the revised 2009 Honda Element unceremoniously hit the web today, courtesy of "HandA-Accessories". Expected to hit U.S. dealerships this fall, the 2009 Element obtains Honda’s new corporate grille which was first seen in the redesigned Pilot crossover along with larger, wraparound headlamps and a newly styled front bumper. At the rear-end, the facelifted Element features a new set of tail lamps, a redesigned fifth door with more angular crests and a slightly revised bumper.

New Renault Kangoo Be Bop with Convertible Top

2008-09-30T08:35:00.000-07:00

This funky looking three-door minivan is the Kangoo be-bop and it will be officially unveiled at this week’s Paris Motor Show. Based closely on the Kangoo Compact Concept that was revealed at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show, the latest addition in the Kangoo family features the same convertible roof configuration seen on the prototype car, with a fully glazed, forward-sliding roof and a retractable rear window.

Lamborghini Paris Show Car Teaser

2008-09-30T08:33:00.000-07:00

Here we go again… Lamborghini has just released the fourth consecutive teaser photo of its surprise Paris Show debut. The new photo reveals the mystery vehicle’s front headlamp and well, that’s about it. Makes you wonder how many other pictures will the Italian sports carmaker release before it actually shows us the whole car, because to be totally honest, we're getting a bit tired of the constant teasing. In the rare case that you've missed out on all the action, you can get a look of the other three official photos after the jump.

Euro Civic gets Mugen Touch at Moscow Motor Show

2008-09-26T00:16:00.001-07:00

Nice looking car, a 5 door Hatchback-the doors are 'easy access' and open the same way the Honda Element does. Mugen, the Japanese Tuner company does a great job of making the Euro Civic look more aggressive.

2009 Honda Pilot EX-L 2WD

2008-09-26T00:14:00.000-07:00

The latest Pilot SUV from Honda delivers more horsepower and torque than before and comes in a bigger package. The wheelbase and length overall have been extended, it is wider and more fuel is carried onboard. This second generation Pilot improves upon Honda's popular SUV formula by incorporating an even more rugged aesthetic, improving on-road refinement, and enhancing the versatility and functionality of the cabin space. It also adds advanced technologies in the areas of safety, fuel efficiency and convenience features. All this, and the price has held the line for the new model year.

Toyota, Honda reduce global production on U.S. truck cuts

2008-09-26T00:10:00.000-07:00

Toyota Motor Corp., Honda Motor Co. and Nissan Motor Co., Japan's three largest carmakers, cut global production last month as falling home values and gasoline near US$4 a gallon crippled U.S. demand for trucks and sport-utility vehicles. Toyota reduced global production 17 percent in August, Honda's output fell 4.8 percent, led by a 10.2 percent drop in the U.S. and Nissan built 5.5 percent fewer vehicles, the companies said in separate statements yesterday.

Toyota cut overseas production the most in 12 years and Honda will make 50,000 fewer Pilot SUVs and Odyssey minivans than planned in the U.S. Truck sales in the country plunged 22 percent last month.

"A recovery in the U.S. economy won't take place until the second half of next year," said Koichi Ogawa, chief portfolio manager at Tokyo-based Daiwa SB Investments Ltd. "The U.S. economic slump may also slow down China and other emerging markets."

New vehicle sales in the world's largest car market may fall to 14.2 million units, the lowest total in 15 years.

Bookings open for Honda's third-gen City

2008-09-26T00:09:00.000-07:00

Premium carmaker Honda Siel Cars India Ltd (HSCIL) today launched the third generation Honda City, which will be available in the Indian market from November.

Honda to launch small car in 2009

"The City is one of our core models, and we are pleased to announce the launch of its third generation...the bookings for the car will begin from today...however, the delivery will be commenced in the month of November only," HSCIL President and CEO Masahiro Takedagawa told reporters here.

The third-generation City, to be available in six colours, comes with two plus two years warranty.

The first generation Honda City was introduced in 1996, in response to the growing needs for automobiles in Asian markets.

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Along with Civic, Accord, CR-V and Jazz (Fit), City is also becoming one of Honda's core models, with cumulative sales passing the one million unit mark in late May 2008.

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2008-09-11T08:52:00.000-07:00

Honda Cars in India

2008-09-11T08:51:00.000-07:00

Honda Siel Cars’ product range in India includes the Honda City ZX in the mid-size segment, Civic & Civic Hybrid in the Lower D segment and Accord in the luxury segment and third generation all-new CR-V (both 2.0L 2 WD and 2.4L 4WD) in the SUV segment. While the City ZX, Civic and Accord are manufactured at the company’s plant, the CR-V & Civic Hybrid is imported from Japan as a Completely Built Unit.

City ZX

City ZX is today recognized as one of the most successful car brands in the country. Its success is a replica of the success of its predecessor - the original Honda City, launched way back in 1997. In fact, HSCI took a historic step in 2003, when it introduced the New-City at a time when the original City was still performing brilliantly – and it was an immediate success. The City ZX was launched two years later in 2005 as an enhanced version of the New-City and is strongly associated with durability, reliability, quality and fuel-efficiency.

The City ZX range includes 4 variants - EXi, GXi, CVT (Automatic Transmission) and VTEC. While EXi, GXi and CVT variants come with the advanced combustion system of the 1.5 litre Intelligent Dual & Sequential Ignition (i-DSI) engine, City VTEC embodies a 1.5 litre VTEC (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) engine. The VTEC version was reintroduced in the new City in response to customer demand.

The City VTEC comes with sporty exteriors and plush interiors, catering to the premium segment customers. On the outside, the car is adorned by 14” alloy wheels, front and rear fog lamps and rear disc brake. The interiors are more lavish with leather steering, centre console and beige and black upholstery.

The City is manufactured with 79% indigenisation level and currently enjoys 25% market share in its segment.

CIVIC

HSCI launched the 1.8V Civic in India in July 2006 which became a runaway success. The company has also launched the 1.8V version of the Civic in June 2007.

The Civic is Honda’s largest selling model globally and is now sold in approximately 160 nations and regions worldwide. The Civic made its debut, with a two-door model in July 1972, followed shortly by a three-door version. The series was a major hit, especially among young people and for three consecutive years, from 1972 to 1974, the Civic won the ‘Car of the Year Japan’ award. Civic’s development process contrasted completely with Honda tradition. Rather than pursue development based primarily on the vision of Company founder Soichiro Honda, the Civic’s development team traveled to various world markets, gained local knowledge and experience first-hand, and then set about creating a car that “is needed right now.”

Overseas production of Civic began in Indonesia in 1975, and Civic vehicles are now made in 11 countries, including North America, Europe, Asia and South America. Total cumulative production of Civic models at the end of calendar 2004 was approximately 16 million units—making it one of the most popular models in Honda history.

The eighth-generation Civic was launched towards the end of 2005 in the US and early 2006 in Japan. It already has the distinction of being voted as the top car in different markets and categories. Some of these include:

“Car of the Year” at the prestigious Detroit Auto Show 2006.
“Red dot: best of the best“ award for highest design quality in Europe.
2006 ‘Car of the Year’ by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC).
2006 "North American Car of the Year" presented by a group of 49 international automotive journalists.
"Top Safety Pick - Gold" award by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) for earning "Good" ratings in frontal, side impact and rear impact tests and measurements.

2007 ‘Indian Car of the Year’

The Civic has an indigenisation level of 72% and enjoys 45% market share in its segment.

Civic Hybrid

The launch of the Civic Hybrid in June 2008 is the fulfillment of yet another commitment HSCI made to its customers - of bringing in latest technologies and models from Honda's global line-up. It also seeks to strengthen HSCI's efforts towards the protection of the environment and conservation of energy sources.

The Honda Civic Hybrid System features a 3-stage i-VTEC + IMA that employs Honda's 1.3L i-VTEC (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) engine to provide three stages of valve timing (low-speed, high-speed, and cylinder idle mode), combined with a compact and efficient electric motor, Honda's IMA (Integrated Motor Assist) system. Together with highly efficient CVT transmission, the system provides nearly 47% enhanced fuel efficiency than a regular 1.8L Civic AT without compromising on driving performance.

The Civic Hybrid can deactivate all four of its cylinders and operate using only the electric motor in certain steady-state cruising situations.

In addition, the internal combustion engine is switched off when car comes to a stop while the brake pedal is pressed. These factors contribute greatly to the reduction of fuel consumption and emissions, particularly in city traffic.

Apart from sleek, aerodynamic exteriors and new-age luxurious interiors, Honda Civic Hybrid offers the best in safety technology, including Active Headrest and four SRS Airbags (driver, assistant and side air bags), besides other safety features.

The Civic Hybrid will be imported from Japan as a completely built unit and will be available in two colours - exclusive Premium White Pearl and Alabaster Silver.

Accord 8^th Generation

Honda Siel Cars India Ltd, announced the launch of its premium, upscale All-new Eighth Generation Honda Accord in India.

The All-new Accord comes with 5-speed Manual Transmission and 5-speed Automatic transmission with Paddle shift, to give the exhilarating experience of F-1 racing. The AT now has Shift Holding System which avoids unnecessary gear shifting on winding roads and helps in hassle free drive.

The handling is another key improvement in 8th Generation Accord. The chassis and the body have been renewed by introducing Honda's latest technology to achieve best in class handling. Together with Variable Gear Ratio (VGR) steering, the new Accord becomes quicker and more agile despite its big size. The new Multi − Link Rear suspension aids in stable driving.

Safety of passengers and pedestrians is a top priority for Honda. The new Accord is equipped with the best of safety technologies, with intelligent six airbags, including side curtain air bags, Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body and G-Force Control Technology (G-CON) for enhanced safety of the vehicle occupants during a collision. The use of high-tensile steel has been considerably increased improving torsional rigidity, while also achieving major weight savings.

The interior design blends luxury with advanced functionality including eight-way power seat adjustment with lumbar support, tilt and telescopic steering wheel, an advanced audio system with a centre multi−selector and USB port. As in India, this car is mainly chauffeur driven, HSCI has customized some features to suit the Indian customer 's driving habits. So, the car has rear audio controls, rear AC vents and reading lights at the rear.

The All new Honda Accord will be available in three types in both Automatic and Manual transmission − Accord 2.4, Accord 2.4 Elegance and Accord 2.4 Inspire.

CR-V

The 3rd generation CR-V was introduced in November 2006. The all-new, third generation Honda CR-V offers its customers a distinctive combination of ‘the comfort of a sedan with the thrills of a SUV’.

The engine is a 2.4-liter DOHC i-VTEC, which delivers a powerful torque of 162 ps @ 5,800 rpm. Realtime 4WD is a unique feature of the car which is the first in its class. The Realtime 4WD intelligently detects adverse road conditions and switches to 4-wheel drive instantly. In normal conditions the all-new CR-V operates in front wheel drive mode but in wet, muddy roads or off-road conditions, it automatically switches to 4-wheel drive instantly. An enlarged clutch and stiffened transmission parts help distribute 20% additional torque to the rear wheels which ensures smooth drive in bad road conditions without compromising on safety or fuel consumption.

HSCI recently introduced the 2.0L 2WD (2-Wheel Drive) Honda CR-V which is more agile & has a sporty handling. The new lighter engine gives good fuel efficiency, without compromising on performance.

The CR-V currently enjoys 37% market share in its segment.

Honda City ZX Technology

2008-09-11T08:47:00.000-07:00

Honda's intelligent Dual and Sequential Ignition (i-DSI) engine is the second i-Series engine, next to i-VTEC, that employs compact combustion chambers and two spark plugs per cylinder with individually controlled ignition timing for more rapid and complete combustion.

In developing the i-DSI engine, the objective was to achieve rapid and complete combustion. Since the Honda CVCC days in the early 1970s, Honda has been a great believer in optimizing the combustion process as a means of achieving high performance, high fuel economy and low toxic emissions. In the i-DSI engine, they would seem to have been able to achieve all three.

Narrower valve angles and other refinements have been employed to make the combustion chambers as compact as possible. The i-DSI engine employs an innovative twin spark plug system (two spark plugs per cylinder) for maximum combustion efficiency. In addition, the combustion chamber has been engineered to promote greater swirl of the air-fuel mixture.

The intake manifold shape has also been shaped and its length optimized.

Other refinements include world-leading friction reduction technology utilizing molybdenum-impregnated piston skirts, a rear-port exhaust system and an oblique-feed catalytic converter. And though the 1497 cc long-stroke engine has two valves per cylinder and only a single overhead camshaft, its output is a respectable 77Bhp at 5000 rpm with 125 Nm of torque peaking at a low 2700 rpm.

City ZX at a Glance

2008-09-11T08:45:00.000-07:00

The Honda City ZX is designed to impress and amaze. The product of much research and careful thought, this is one car built for superior performance on Indian roads. In addition, the City ZX has the following unbelievable features:

High Fuel Economy

Continuously Variable Transmission - CVT
Electric Power Steering - EPS
The second version of the i-series engine i-DSI engine

Spacious Interiors

Leather Upholstery
Luxurious dual tone interiors
Interior space offers numerous storage features

Attractive Styling

Premium interior design
Innovative, novel and futuristic exterior design

Driving Enjoyment

High efficiency NVH controls
Improved H-type torsion beam rear suspension

Safety Environment

All direction energy absorbing impact structure
Neck shock mitigation seat
Centrally mounted fuel tank with four way cross member structure around

HONDA i-VTEC

2008-09-11T08:42:00.001-07:00

Honda sought to offer the benefits of i-VTEC, while augmenting them with a balance of consistent torque, fine tuned power delivery, greater fuel efficiency, and further reduced emissions. To do this, Honda combined VTEC with VTC (Variable Timing Control)- an advance, which continuously varies with phasing of the intake camshaft. Together these elements are known as i-VTEC (intelligent VTEC)- a technology that provides multifaceted performance yet cares for the environment.

HONDA 3.0 LITRE ENGINE

2008-09-11T08:41:00.000-07:00

In creating the 3.0 Litre Engine, Honda set out to combine high power in the high-speed range and ample torque in the mid-to-low speed range with impressive fuel economy & cleaner emissions. With conventional engines such elements never come together. With the inclusion of VTEC (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control), however all such goals are achieved without compromise by changing the behaviour of the valves to match the needs of the engines.

The new engine brings the 0-to-60-mph time of the crossover down to about 7 seconds, and increases its towing capacity by 1,000 pounds to 3,500 pounds. Along with a five-speed automatic transmission.