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Monday, Jan 5
Nissan Cube—Getting inside the box
So what’s a Japanese company to do? At times, Honda, Suzuki, and Toyota decided it isn’t worth the expense to build two versions of their small SUVs, with the rear doors opening opposite directions. (Honda has corrected this on the current-generation CR-V by using a liftgate.)
Tuesday, Dec 23
A motorcycle that can "see" around corners
According to the seminal report on the causes of motorcycle accidents and injuries known as the Hurt study, almost 50 percent of motorcycle accidents happen when cars pull out in front of an oncoming motorcycle that they presumably don’t see. Read more about motorcycles.
Wednesday, Dec 10
From the logbook: Hyundai Genesis
Car companies usually have a few competitors that they target, be it for benchmarking or simply for stealing sales. This list is usually a short one of a few top sellers and performers. For example, a car company would be crazy not to target its new family sedan at the Honda Accord, Nissan Alti...
Thursday, Dec 4
From the logbook: Honda Fit
“Driving position is MUCH better than before – enough foot room and telescoping steering wheel helps, despite its minimal range.” “Not a lot of content [with the Base model]: no remote locks or cruise control.” “This Honda blows the Smart into the weeds.”
Tuesday, Nov 25
Best used car deals, small cars, 2003 Honda Civic Hybrid
Subscribe to ConsumerReports.org for expert Ratings, buying advice and reliability on hundreds of products. Update your feed preferences Best used car deals. The 2003 Honda Civic Hybrid is featured in our list of best deals on small cars and is a Consumer Reports Good Bet.
Thursday, Nov 20
2008 LA Auto Show: Hyundai sings the Blues
Hyundai has cast aside an old reputation for poor quality with its impressive current line up. Similarly, the company appears poised to cast aside its legacy of modest fuel economy. In fact, I spent some time in our four-cylinder Sonata last week and observed better fuel economy than a comp...
Thursday, Oct 9
Future of the Car: Honda FCX Clarity
A 5,000-psi hydrogen tank filled with 4 kg of hydrogen gives it a range of more than 260 miles, according to Honda. Like other modern fuel-cell cars, it also uses a lithium-ion battery to store excess energy and provide short bursts of acceleration. Unlike other prototype fuel-cell cars we...
Monday, Jun 18
The Honda approach to fuel cells
When we had a chance to drive the next-generation Honda FCX fuel-cell car in Washington, D.C., Honda executives shared some interesting insights about Honda owners and their feelings about fuel. These insights have led Honda down an interesting path toward hydrogen distribution.
Friday, Jun 15
How the fuel-cell cars compare
When we drove the Honda FCX and the GM Sequel fuel-cell prototype vehicles, we found that the Honda is much better finished and much more like a traditional car. (Read our complete first drive of the Honda FCX sedan.) It feels like a very nice Honda Accord, with an electric whine taking the pla...
