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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.

Honda CR-V tops ‘2017 Best New Cars for Teens’ with segment leading active safety features

By Parks McCants on August 28, 2017 - 3:41PM

Nineteen, 16 year old teenage drivers die daily from traffic accident related injury in the United States. When optioned with "Honda Sensing," the makers intelligent suite of safety and driver assist technology, 2017 Honda CR-V earns US News and World Reports “Best New Car for Teens” award. What makes CR-V exceptional in a sea of very good compact crossovers?

Why we see mostly non-turbocharged 2017 Honda Civic LX, and EX sedans on the road

By Parks McCants on August 22, 2017 - 12:19AM

While this observation may be a regional reality, back in 2016 when we first experienced the reinvented Honda Civic on the road in San Diego, California, Hondapro Jason and I agreed, that the back to basic naturally aspirated offering was historically “Civic” correct.

2017 Honda Civic Si limited slip enables exceptional wet weather driving

By Parks McCants on August 13, 2017 - 5:30PM

Durring our first opportunity to drive 2017 Honda Civic Si on wet roads, we discover that Honda’s updated original sport Civic enables exceptional wet weather driving sport through superior suspension dynamics and limited slip differential engineering.

2018 Honda Fit Sport styling hints at good things to come

By Parks McCants on August 10, 2017 - 6:22PM

For 2018 Honda presents a better connected, comfortable, and quieter Honda Fit. This subtle yet significant refresh hints at good things to come for Honda’s not-so entry level subcompact hatchback.

3-row Earth Dreams Diesel CR-V slated for the Philippines,why not in the U.S

By Parks McCants on August 9, 2017 - 10:45AM

As reported by Torque News in past years, the highest fuel efficient Honda cars and light trucks on planet Earth run on diesel engine power. A 1.6 Liter, 9 speed turbocharged Honda CR-V makes its debut in the Philippines, why not in the U.S.?

Type-R buzz drives Honda Civic to July 2017 sales record

By Parks McCants on August 3, 2017 - 1:58PM

Despite an overall downturn in U.S. new car sales, Honda continues to buck the trend with a growing market share. Heading the charge for July 2017 is the subcompact HR-V crossover and the ever popular Honda Civic, on the release of the long awaited Civic Type-R performance hatchback.

Why Honda HR-V sets all-time sales record for July 2017

By Parks McCants on August 3, 2017 - 1:18PM

Honda’s HR-V subcompact crossover set an all-time sales record in July with an astounding 32.3 % uptick. Why is Honda’s Fit platformed 5-door subcompact hatchback selling so well?

2018 Honda Clarity BEV joins electrification trend with a trade off or two

By Parks McCants on July 31, 2017 - 8:35PM

Arguably, the most unique looking vehicle offered in the reinvention of Honda Motor Company, 2018 Clarity BEV captures the imagination, yet comes to the precipice of the reinvention of the modern car through electrification with a limitation or two.

2018 Honda Ridgeline returns with Fewer Model Options and Two New Colors

By Parks McCants on July 25, 2017 - 10:00PM

In its second full year of production, 2018 Honda Ridgeline comes to market with 3 fewer trim choices and two new color options. Honda simplifies the “build and buy” process while holding the MSRP in check.

Rumors of 2018 Odyssey Executive Rolling Office Option

By Parks McCants on July 25, 2017 - 1:03AM

Honda’s reinvented vacuum equipped minivan brings an exceptional blend of near intuitive vehicle command connectivity and measurable road performance to the ever evolving minivan vehicle segment. Yet there remains an option yet explored for 2018 Honda Odyssey, the Executive Rolling Office. We’ve heard a rumor or two.

Trump's NAFTA Negotiation Transitions 2018 Honda Fit Production from Japan back to Celaya, Mexico

By Parks McCants on July 19, 2017 - 12:22AM

In the wake of Trump's negotiation of NAFTA with Canada and Mexico, Honda transitions U.S. bound 2018 Honda Fit production from Japan back to Celaya Mexico. The benefit to U.S. consumers is the made in Mexico 2018 Honda Fit Holds LX Manual Price Increase to $100 -- a great purchase value.

2018 Accord punctuates Honda’s design directive for next decade.

By Parks McCants on July 17, 2017 - 11:35AM

In an automotive world of 5 to 7 year design cycles, what was revealed to the world from Detroit last week, sets the stage for future forward Honda engineering, body design, and advanced driver to car personal electronic connectivity and active safety features. There’s more to 2018 Honda Accord than meets the eye.

Your 2013-2016 Honda Accord may be subject to latest component recall

By Parks McCants on July 15, 2017 - 10:24AM

Thousands of components, hundreds of part suppliers, the modern engineering wonder that is the car, while good, is man made and subject to flaws. Is your 2013 through 2016 Honda Accord impacted by the latest round of safety related component recall?

Flying Honda Civic Catching Andretti VW in Red Bull Global Rallycross

By Parks McCants on July 11, 2017 - 7:05PM

Red Bull Global Rallycross is where an 18 year old rookie racecar driver sitting behind the wheel of a 600 horsepower 2017 Honda Civic Coupe, drives on a short track wheel to wheel with up to 10 cars. Competing in their second season, an expanded 3 car Olsbergs MSE Honda Civic Supercar Team is now within 6 points of catching Andretti Autosports Volkswagen for the manufacturer's cup.

Ignoring Your Honda Takata Airbag Recall Could Kill You

By Parks McCants on July 11, 2017 - 1:28PM

On Monday, Honda announced the 11th Takata airbag related fatality reported in the United States suffered by a shade tree mechanic making repairs on a 2001 Honda Accord.

Faulty seat belt assembly sends 2018 Honda Odyssey to recall

By Parks McCants on July 7, 2017 - 8:49PM

The first product recall for the reinvented 2018 Honda Odyssey minivan impacts 3900 vehicles. Do you own one of them?

2018 Honda Fit Brings Quiet Refined Sport to Entry Level Hatchback Segment

By Parks McCants on July 6, 2017 - 12:10PM

Is it possible to manufacture a visually compelling, refined, economy subcompact 5-door hatchback, while preserving a rather frugal entry MSRP? 2018 Honda Fit brings quiet refinement, improved ride, and a visual injection of sport to the entry level subcompact hatchback segment. Torque News takes a closer look.

Honda Civic Type-R Requires Tire Upgrade Before Serious Track Time

By Parks McCants on July 4, 2017 - 5:39PM

I know that our seasoned car-club, armature race-nuts, will find the headline above to be a bit redundant. But then again, this is 2017 Civic Type-R.

2017 Honda Ridgeline Pickup Sales Approaching Pre-Recession Numbers

By Parks McCants on July 3, 2017 - 3:50PM

Honda’s innovative 2017 Ridgeline pickup truck joins the subcompact HR-V crossover as American Honda Motors’ car sales bright spot for the month of June. With the reinvented Ridgeline sales now approaching pre-recession numbers, what makes this midsize pickup offering so unique?

Honda HR-V Goes Camping 4th of July Weekend

By Parks McCants on June 30, 2017 - 3:30PM

Honda’s do-all subcompact 5-door hatchback takes on the 4th of July holiday weekend with 2nd row “magic” flat deck hauling capacity, and an all-wheel-drive option that will get you to where you’re going in comfort.

2017 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Revealed in Europe (Video)

By Parks McCants on June 29, 2017 - 12:44PM

I hold myself fortunate as one of the few journalist that’s experienced the third generation 2017 Honda Clarity FCV behind the wheel. Initially sold to select markets in Japan and California, Great Britain's “The Engine Room,” introduces the most dynamic fuel cell vehicle in the world to the U.K. and beyond.

2017 Honda Civic Type-R For Sale Eugene Oregon MSRP $39,775

By Parks McCants on June 28, 2017 - 12:36AM

Looking through our West Coast Honda Dealership inventories, the long awaited 2017 Civic Type-R remains elusive, or at the least, “ in transit.” Torque News finds one listed for sale in Eugene, Oregon.

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Peter Cunningham, Acura TLX GT Wins PPC, 2017 Pikes Peak IHC

By Parks McCants on June 26, 2017 - 12:41PM

RealTime Racing’s founder and Pirelli World Challenge race series champion Peter Cunningham, drove his re purposed Acura TLX GT track car for the first time on the “Race to The Clouds,” running the second fastest time to the summit.

2017 Pikes Peak I.H.C.: Where’s Honda? [Video]

By Parks McCants on June 23, 2017 - 11:00AM

It’s interesting: In looking to this year’s “run to the clouds” the historically Honda intensive, in your face, co-sponsor presence has been toned down just a tad -- this year, the batton goes to Acura.

2018 Honda Accord Teaser Hints to Clarity Design Characteristics

By Parks McCants on June 21, 2017 - 1:59AM

With Honda embracing a well connected, safe and fuel efficient future, 2018 Honda Accord takes a design cue or two from the 10th generation Civic and Honda Clarity.

High Mileage Turbocharged Honda Civic Averaging 48 + MPG

By Parks McCants on June 18, 2017 - 8:06PM

Back in December of 2015, Torque News reader David Malone purchased one of the first 10th generation Honda Civics to roll off the assembly line. 59,378 miles later, he has a pretty good since of long term engine reliability and fuel efficiency.

2018 Honda Odyssey Designed to ‘Keep the Peace’ in Rows 2&3

By Parks McCants on June 15, 2017 - 10:52PM

Honda’s latest family oriented T.V. ad drives home kid-focused hands-on connectivity available in 2018 Honda Odyssey. New features help “keep the peace” between the younger family members occupying rows 2&3.

2018 Honda Civic Type-R Now Available, MSRP Verified

By Parks McCants on June 14, 2017 - 11:02AM

After two years of anticipation, Honda’s U.S. specification 2018 Civic Type-R was released for sale Wednesday, June 14, with a surprisingly reasonable MSRP, for the most powerful Honda ever released for retail sale in the U.S..

Honda Takes 2018 Fit to Next Level With an Injection of ‘Sportitude’

By Parks McCants on June 13, 2017 - 1:24AM

American Honda rolled out a teaser announcement as to a major refreshed 2018 Honda Fit offering, featuring not only expanded active safety features, but an edgy looking “sport” edition. Can a mainstream subcompact Honda economy hatchback be sporty?

Honda Commits to Level 4 Autonomous Driving Within 8 Model Years

By Parks McCants on June 11, 2017 - 4:43PM

Auto manufacturers remain cautious as to rolling out fully automated cars to the driving public. The reasoning is sound -- the driving public and infrastructure is not ready for it. Read why.

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