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Honda

Honda is one of the oldest and most respected Japanese brands in the United States and here you can find the latest Honda news and reviews about Honda vehicles. The news on this page is updated daily. Now manufacturing almost all of its popular models in the US, it has blurred the line between foreign and domestic brands to the point that there is no longer a clear delineation. The Honda Civic and Honda Accord vehicles are often segment leaders in sales and have won dozens of awards.

ACEEE: Chevy Volt is one of the worst "green cars" in America

By Patrick Rall on February 16, 2011 - 1:32PM

The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) has issued their 8th annual “Greenest” cars list and amazingly, the rapidly-selling 2011 Chevrolet Volt is at the bottom of their list but based on their own explanation of how they arrive at their results makes the list seems incredibly skewed and disappointingly uneducated.

DOE funding for hydrogen technology reduced by more than 40 percent

By Frank Sherosky on February 14, 2011 - 11:37PM

U.S. Secretary of Energy Steven Chu detailed President Barack Obama's $29.5 billion Fiscal Year 2012 budget request for the Department of Energy, which now affects hydrogen power development.

Jeremy Rifkin opens Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Energy 2011 Conference and Exposition

By Frank Sherosky on February 13, 2011 - 10:11AM

Jeremy Rifkin, famed author and hydrogen proponent, believes a new paradigm in the world's economic future is about to come to fruition as he opens the 2011 FC&HE.

Acura teases the 2012 TL ahead of the Chicago Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on February 8, 2011 - 1:24PM

The 2012 Acura TL sedan is scheduled to make its grand debut tomorrow at the media opening of the 2011 Chicago Auto Show but today, the luxury brand of Honda teased the back end of the new TL.

Global markets still lacking a global automotive ETF

By Frank Sherosky on January 31, 2011 - 8:27PM

Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) cover just about every industry and sector except the one that is growing by leaps and bounds in emerging markets - the global auto industry.

Kiplinger Announces Best in Class Vehicles for 2011

By Keith Griffin on January 31, 2011 - 3:05PM

Kiplinger has announced its Best in Class new vehicles for 2011 and only one domestic vehicle is in the mix.

January New Car Sales Show Strong Growth

By Keith Griffin on January 31, 2011 - 7:51AM

Edmunds.com is predicting that January sales figures will reveal strong growth in new car sales compared to January 2010 with a strong indication that 2011 could see 12.5 million light vehicle sales.

Egypt unrest could topple its auto industry relations

By Frank Sherosky on January 30, 2011 - 12:59PM

As the Egyptian nation finds itself in the throes of civil unrest, the investors in their auto industry watch with great angst how Mubarak handles the situation.

Nissan Passed Honda in Total Global Sales

By Keith Griffin on January 28, 2011 - 5:21PM

Thanks to a strong presence in China, Nissan has passed Honda in total global sales.

Two Michigan congressmen misguiding the hybrid EV incentive debate

By Frank Sherosky on January 27, 2011 - 12:06AM

Taking a self-appointed cue from President Obama's State of the Union Address, Rep. Sander Levin and Sen. Carl Levin of Michigan are obviously in favor of any incentive without reservation that supposedly supports Michigan jobs over more level-headed technologies.

Honda stock a steady dream performer amid Toyota recalls

By Frank Sherosky on January 26, 2011 - 12:51PM

Honda Motors (NYSE: HMC) stock performance seems to reflect the success of its dream philosophy, its quality and its performance in the hands of its customers.

U.S. News Best Car for the Money Awards Not Inspiring

By Keith Griffin on January 25, 2011 - 4:24PM

U.S. News Cars has released its third annual Best Car for the Money awards and it is not an inspiring list for car enthusiasts. Maybe two of the cars will get your motor running, in spite of claims this list of vehicles earns highest marks for overall value and appeal in their categories.

Sale of Natural Gas Vehicles To Hit 3.2 Million by 2016

By Keith Griffin on January 22, 2011 - 2:22PM

Natural gas vehicles could be considered niche vehicles in the United States, but worldwide their appeal is growing with sales expected to hit 3.2 million by 2016 - up from 1.9 million vehicles in 2010.

GE stock gaps bullish on rising profit report

By Frank Sherosky on January 21, 2011 - 12:20PM

General Electric (NYSE: GE), a major contributor to technology and financing that affects the auto industry, broke out to the upside on a surprise Q4 earnings report.

2012 Honda Civic to debut in April including hybrid, Si versions

By Patrick Rall on January 19, 2011 - 2:56PM

The 2011 Detroit Auto Show brought us the introduction to the newest Honda Civic Concept in coupe and sedan form and according to AutoWeek, these concepts will be introduced as the 2012 Honda Civic sedan and coupe in April with an array of engine options including a natural gas, hybrid and Si trimline.

CCS students display Honda R&D project at 2011 Detroit Auto Show

By Frank Sherosky on January 17, 2011 - 5:55PM

Scuderi Air-Hybrid Engine technology setting up to challenge electric hybrids

By Frank Sherosky on January 17, 2011 - 9:53AM

Independent lab tests confirm the Scuderi™ Air-Hybrid Engine consumes up to 36 percent less fuel than a conventional engine. Beyond 2016 Federal Fuel Economy mandates, the gains will likely enable the technology to now challenge more expensive electric hybrids shown at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show.

Honda Civic shows off variety of powerplant options at 2011 Detroit Auto Show

By Frank Sherosky on January 13, 2011 - 11:36PM

The new Honda Civic Coupe Concept from the rear

By Patrick Rall on January 13, 2011 - 6:44PM

A look at the front end of the new Honda Civic Coupe Concept

By Patrick Rall on January 13, 2011 - 6:43PM

The Honda Civic Sedan Concept from the rear

By Patrick Rall on January 13, 2011 - 6:42PM

The new Honda Civic Sedan Concept profile

By Patrick Rall on January 13, 2011 - 6:41PM

Honda recalls 2010 Accord, CRV over stalling risk

By Patrick Rall on January 13, 2011 - 6:28PM

Honda Motor Company and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration have announced a recall of select 2010 Accord sedans and CRV compact SUVs over a concern of stalling issues related to a wiring harness under the hood.

Honda Civic GX the only natural-gas passenger car at 2011 Detroit Auto Show

By Frank Sherosky on January 13, 2011 - 9:43AM

American Honda Motor Co., Inc, has introduced it’s 2012 Honda Civic concept model at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show press conference this week, and confirmed the inclusion of the natural gas powertrain amongst the range of options.

Future vision belongs to students at 2011 Detroit Auto Show

By Frank Sherosky on January 11, 2011 - 8:38AM

Some years at auto shows like the Detroit Auto Show are more visionary than others. No matter what the mood, though, you can always depend on the two major creative displays by students: Michelin Design Challenge and the College for Creative Studies (CCS).

First Press Day recap and more from 2011 Detroit Auto Show

By Frank Sherosky on January 10, 2011 - 7:40PM

The first day of the 2011 NAIAS press coverage at the Detroit Auto Show was kicked off early with the Car and Truck of the Year Awards. Aside from Chevy Volt and the Ford Explorer winning the coveted event, the day revealed more and more products, a host of interviews and events and reveals.

Stunning Design Prevailing Theme at 2011 Detroit Auto Show

By Keith Griffin on January 10, 2011 - 3:48PM

The first of two media days for the Detroit Auto Show in 2011 is showing a big emphasis on stunning design reveals in spite of the fact that most announcements today were eclipsed by the manufacturers themselves releasing news and photos ahead of time.

Honda growth slows, lagging industry

By Jeffrey Zygmont on January 8, 2011 - 11:33AM

American Honda Motor Co. sold 1,230,480 new vehicles in the United States in 2010. That was 79,696 more than the company placed in 2009, a 6.9 percent increase. Not a bad performance – until you consider that U.S. auto sales as a whole grew by 11.1 percent in the same period. Thus Honda lagged the market, resulting in a loss of all-important market share.

The Top 10 best-selling vehicles in the 2010 US market

By Patrick Rall on January 5, 2011 - 2:15PM

Annual sales reports from around the American auto industry are in and with them, we have a clear picture of the Top 10 best-selling vehicles in the US market with the Ford F-Series taking the top spot once again.

Hackers steal customer information from Honda

By Patrick Rall on January 4, 2011 - 2:09PM

New Honda and Acura owners got a late Christmas present last week when the automaker announced that hackers had accessed a company customer database, stealing information to 2.2 million Honda owners and 2.7 million Acura owners.

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