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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.

Honda recalls 2011 Odyssey minivans – again

By Patrick Rall on March 29, 2011 - 4:39PM

Last week, American Honda recalled over 33,000 2011 Odyssey minivans for a problem with the windshield wiper controls and with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Honda has now issued another recall for the 2011 Odyssey minivans – this time for a problem with the power front window assemblies.

Auto prices to go up as Japanese earthquake, Libyan conflict impact market

By Don Bain on March 22, 2011 - 8:58PM

Japanese auto production has fallen to only 35 percent of their former output as a result of the Tohuko earthquake and tsunami, according to IHS Automotive Insight. Still the situation in Libya has an impact as well. "It's volatility that really drives people to smaller cars," said Aaron Bragman, an analyst for the auto authority.

Toyota and Honda extend shutdowns due to part shortages

By Patrick Rall on March 22, 2011 - 10:18AM

Mazda, Mitsubishi and Suzuki have re-opened plants in Japan as the country and deals with nuclear disaster risks and regular aftershocks but automotive giants Toyota and Honda have announced that their plants will remain closed until at least this weekend.

Honda Odyssey recalled for windshield wiper problems

By Patrick Rall on March 21, 2011 - 11:37AM

American Honda and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration have announced a recall of 2011 Honda Odyssey minivans over a concern of damage to the windshield wiper arm control assembly caused by trying to operate the wipers when they are frozen to the windshield.

Honda, Mazda, Suzuki update production stoppages

By Patrick Rall on March 18, 2011 - 3:16PM

Honda Motor Company announced today that they are extending their production stoppage caused by the Japanese earthquakes, tsunamis and chain of nuclear blasts; Mazda and Suzuki have both planned to restart production at a few of their plants originally shut down from the quakes.

Honda issues 2011 Civic fuel pump recall

By Patrick Rall on March 17, 2011 - 5:48PM

American Honda has issued a recall for select 2011 Civic models over a concern with the fuel pump that could greatly increase the risks of fire in the event of a rollover accident.

High-performance Honda CR-Z Mugen to be developed by Mugen Euro and Honda (UK)

By John Matras on March 17, 2011 - 11:20AM

Honda won't be left out of the hot hybrid club, not if Mugen Euro has anything to say about it. The U.K-based branch of Honda's long-time tuning partner Mugen will produce a one-off prototype of a Honda CR-Z hybrid coupe with performance modifications to both its 1.5-liter gasoline engine and its IMA system electric motor with suspension and body enhancements to go with it.

Honda, Mazda, Subaru keep plants closed until next week, Mitsubishi re-opens

By Patrick Rall on March 16, 2011 - 11:39AM

Mazda and Subaru have announced that their Japanese production facilities will remain shut down until at least next week in the wake of the earthquake and ensuing tsunami, although Mitsubishi has re-opened their plants with the hopes of assessing their situation for production.

Honda issues a statement on damages caused by the earthquake and tsunami

By Patrick Rall on March 15, 2011 - 10:51AM

The news of the Japanese earthquake and ensuing tsunami has been full of discussions about the impact on the auto industry but Honda Motor Company has issued a grim statement addressing the damages caused in the Tochigi which, sadly, includes the loss of at least one life and injuries to dozens of others.

Honda facing possible venomous spider recall similar to Mazda

By Patrick Rall on March 11, 2011 - 3:02PM

Last week, Mazda offered some interesting news as they issued a recall due to spiders crawling into the evaporative canister vent lines and causing excessive fuel tank pressure and now, Honda Motor Company has announced a technical service bulletin for a similar problem on select Honda Accord models.

Hyundai Most Fuel Efficient Manufacturer in February

By Keith Griffin on February 28, 2011 - 2:07PM

TrueCar.com is out with a new report that shows Hyundai and Honda were tied as the most fuel-efficient manufacturers based on their sales for February 2011.

The 2012 Honda Civic is announced in five trimlines

By Patrick Rall on February 17, 2011 - 4:43PM

Honda gave us our first look at the 2012 Civic sedan and coupe at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show but today, the Japanese automaker dropped the official information on the 2012 Honda Civic - including the Hybrid, HF, GX, Si, and standard models.

The 2012 Honda Civic Si Coupe

By Patrick Rall on February 17, 2011 - 4:30PM

The 2012 Honda Civic Si Sedan

By Patrick Rall on February 17, 2011 - 4:29PM

The 2012 Honda Civic Hybrid

By Patrick Rall on February 17, 2011 - 4:28PM

The 2012 Honda Civic Sedan in the standard form

By Patrick Rall on February 17, 2011 - 4:27PM

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.

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