Australia's Easy Reading New Car News Home | News | Road Tests NEWS INDEX:   Honda Honda CR-V limited edition released 4th December, 2015 Based on the AWD VTi and only $1,700 more, this Limited Edition is equipped with 18-inch alloy wheels, fog lights, side steps, front and rear parking sensors, dusk-sensing automatic headlights, rain-sensing wipers ..... more ROAD TEST Honda Odyssey 2nd November, 2015 Honda NSX: details revealed 1st November, 2015 Mid-mounted Sport Hybrid Power Unit; Twin-turbocharged V6 engine; Zero delay performance; 9-speed dual clutch transmission (9DCT); Super-Handling All-Wheel drive; Made in USA; Due in Australia mid-2016 ..... more Honda CR-V Series II DTi-L Limited Edition 16th September, 2015 The four-wheel drive CR-V Series II DTi-L Limited Edition receives Honda’s new nine-speed automatic transmission. Coupled with the more powerful 1.6 litre DOHC i-DTEC diesel engine with turbo charger and intercooler, it delivers outstanding performance and low CO2 emissions ..... more Honda Civic Type R production commences 6th July, 2015 Last week hundreds of production staff and management from Honda’s European car manufacturing facility in Swindon, UK, joined invited guests to celebrate the first production models of the highly-anticipated Civic Type R rolling off the line ..... more Honda Accord Sport Hybrid released 28th June, 2015 Accord Sport Hybrid’s design offers the roomy interior of a premium sedan while helping the advanced hybrid system achieve superior driving dynamics without compromising on fuel efficiency ..... more Honda Civic hatch updated 3rd May, 2015 The European-bred Civic Hatch has received a number of specification and design upgrades; A notable addition to the Civic Hatch is new safety technology called Agile Handling Assist System (AHAS) - this system works with Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) and can help support the vehicle’s stability and performance during cornering by lightly applying the brakes during cornering ..... more Honda HR-V released 12th February, 2015 HR-V has edgy and dynamic styling with sharp lines and a wide stance. It has a sophisticated, spacious and sleek interior with luxurious appointments. It has sedan-like steering for easy manoeuvrability, spirited dynamic performance and a low centre of gravity for superior road holding ..... more Honda HR-V prices announced 14th January, 2015 The front-wheel drive HR-V is powered by a 1.8 litre i-VTEC engine coupled with Honda’s Earth Dreams Technology CVT, delivering exceptional driving performance and improved fuel economy. Its low centre of gravity and sedan-like steering feel make it the perfect companion in bumper-to-bumper city traffic or the open road ..... more Top of page Honda NSX set for January debut 21st December, 2014 The model will reflect the production design and specifications of the mid-engine Honda super car that is slated to launch as an Acura in 2015 in USA. The car features a three-motor, twin-turbocharged Sport Hybrid power unit ..... more Honda CR-V updated 3rd December, 2014 Two-wheel drive range now available in three variants: VTi, VTi-S and VTi-L. Both the two and four-wheel drive VTi receive Honda’s Display Audio system with Bluetooth connectivity and audio streaming along with one HDMI and two USB ports. The reversing camera has also been upgraded to feature three modes ..... more Honda HR-V confirmed for February release 3rd November, 2014 “The all-new HR-V is a very important model,” said Honda Australia Director Stephen Collins. “The HR-V will be positioned below the CR-V and complement our SUV line-up by offering versatility and practicality along with new safety technology, loads of features and of course a sporty, dynamic drive” ..... more Honda Accord gains 5 star ANCAP rating 15th October, 2014 Previously rated at 4-stars for crash worthiness, the Honda Accord - a favourite with the Next Car team - has now been upgraded to a maximum 5-star rating by the ANCAP organisation ..... more Honda Jazz: new generation released 21st September, 2014 Honda’s all-new five-door hatch is outstanding value, with an extensive list of standard features including the three mode rear view camera, colour touch-screen Display Audio system, unparalleled storage capacity and a host of safety features ..... more ROAD TEST Honda Accord VTi-L 4th September, 2014 Honda Civic sedan updated 16th July, 2014 One of Australia’s favourite small sedans – the Honda Civic – has received a number of significant upgrades including a revised variant line-up, new styling, more standard features and a new price from just $18,490* ..... more Limited edition Honda CR-V 8th July, 2014 Based on the existing VTi in both two- and four-wheel drive, the CR-V ‘Plus+’ receives: 18-inch alloy wheels, Fog lights, Front and rear parking sensors, Automatic headlights, Rain-sensing wipers, Metallic paint ..... more Honda Jazz: new model here next month 12th June, 2014 All-new Jazz will be available in three variants, all powered by a 1.5 litre i-VTEC engine delivering 88 kW of power and 145 Nm of torque. It features a new CVT from Honda’s Earth Dreams Technology series for enviable fuel economy of 5.8 litres per 100 kilometres ..... more Honda Odyssey earns Five Stars with ANCAP 10th June, 2014 "The Odyssey’s safety credentials are impeccable," said Honda boss Stephen Collins. "It features ... a multi-view rear camera, Hill Start Assist, Daytime Running Lights, VSA, six airbags including full length curtain for the third row, Tyre Deflation Warning System and Honda’s Advanced Compatibility Engineering body structure" ..... more Honda's new City released 31st May, 2014 “The new Honda City is without doubt the most feature-packed light sedan in the market today,” claims Honda boss Stephen Collins ..... more Honda HR-V: a new small SUV 23rd April, 2014 “The launch of the HR-V will boost the range of vehicles Honda offers in Australia and attract buyers in the small SUV market to the Honda brand,” said Honda boss Stephen Collins ..... more Honda announces prices for new City 13th April, 2014 “At $15,990* for the VTi manual, the new Honda City represents outstanding value for money with so many more features and advanced technology,” said Honda Australia boss Stephen Collins ..... more Honda Civic hatchback updated 8th April, 2014 The European-styled hatch has maintained a strong presence in the small segment, with over 14,000 units finding homes since the new model was launched in 2012 ..... more ROAD TEST Honda Jazz Hybrid 25th March, 2014 Honda's new City due soon 24th March, 2014 Available in two variants, the Honda City features a new Earth Dreams Technology CVT, which is matched to an improved 1.5 litre i-VTEC petrol engine that delivers 88kW of power. Fuel economy is excellent, with the Honda City rated at just 5.7 litres per 100 kilometres ..... more Honda's new Odyssey released 26th February, 2014 Dynamic driving and excellent fuel efficiency; newly-developed 2.4 litre engine; new generation is bigger on the inside and outside ..... more Honda Odyssey prices announced 4th February, 2014 The all-new Honda Odyssey will feature a 2.4 litre engine and CVT from Honda’s Earth Dreams Technology series that have both been completely redesigned and reengineered. Fuel economy has been vastly improved ..... more Honda CR-V diesel arrives 20th January, 2014 The high-anticipated Honda CR-V Diesel has landed in Australia, offering the best of the admired CR-V’s packaging combined with outstanding fuel efficiency; Priced from $38,290* ..... more Top of page Honda Civic sedan update 29th November, 2013 A new black cloth trim, halogen daytime running lights and an illuminated vanity mirror are now standard across the range ..... more All-new Honda Odyssey arrives Feb 2014 19th November, 2013 On the outside, the new Odyssey is bigger than its predecessor and its exterior styling is all-new design. It features one-touch power sliding doors (on selected models only) ..... more Tent for Honda CR-V 15th November, 2013 The tent is suitable for all outdoor activities, with two doors and an access point to the CR-V, extending usable space into the vehicle. Featuring three mesh windows and an extendable rain fly ..... more Honda CR-V diesel coming soon 1st November, 2013 The new variant – in four-wheel drive only – features a 2.2 litre turbo diesel engine delivering 110 kW of power and an impressive 350 Nm of torque ..... more Honda introduces "Capped Price Servicing" 2nd October, 2013 Honda Australia’s new Capped Price with Adaptive servicing programme is now in effect nationally at all Honda dealerships, having commenced 1st October 2013 ..... more Honda confirms the new NSX for Australia 23rd September, 2013 A powerful next-generation VTEC V6 engine with direct-injection works in concert with a dual clutch transmission with built-in electric motor to provide super car acceleration ..... more ROAD TEST Honda CR-V VTi-L 27th August, 2013 Honda's racing machine, the NSX CONCEPT-GT 23rd August, 2013 NSX CONCEPT-GT is a dedicated racing vehicle based on the NSX Concept, the next-generation super sports model that made its debut in January 2012 ..... more Better value for Honda Insight & Civic Hybrid 30th July, 2013 The Insight hybrid hatch is now priced from $29,990* and the updated Civic Hybrid sedan is now priced from $33,990* ..... more Honda NSX to be made in USA 16th May, 2013 Honda has announced that the all-new NSX super car will be made at a new Performance Manufacturing Centre in Ohio, USA, commencing 2015 ..... more Honda CR-V at #1 13th May, 2013 The CR-V, launched in late 2012, has sold 4,737 units for the first four months of 2013 and has proved to be a popular choice for buyers in this growing segment ..... more Honda's new Accord release imminent 7th May, 2013 “This ninth-generation Accord is more luxurious and sophisticated and performs better than any of its predecessors throughout its 37-year history.” said Honda boss Stephen Collins ..... more Honda Jazz Hybrid released 2nd May, 2013 The recently released Honda Jazz Hybrid is Australia’s most affordable hybrid at just $22,990* ..... more Honda CR-Z updated 3rd April, 2013 The revised-look Honda CR-Z is now available in one variant, with a choice of CVT or six-speed manual transmission with a price* starting from $38,490* ..... more Honda Civic wagon concept 17th March, 2013 The production version of the Civic Tourer will be in UK dealerships in early 2014 and will be built alongside the hatchback model in Honda’s production facility in Swindon ..... more Honda Jazz Vibe returns 18th February, 2013 Honda Australia's Stephen Collins said the Japan-sourced models have more specification and will further cement the Honda Jazz as one of Australia’s favourite small cars ..... more Honda's first local Civic diesel 12th February, 2013 The 1.6-litre i-DTEC turbo diesel engine is the first diesel in Honda Australia’s range, launching in April this year ..... more Honda Civic hatch updated for MY13 3rd February, 2013 “We’ve added some important new features and a new variant, making the Civic Hatch one of the best small hatches on the road. Its European heritage, sporty styling and sharp pricing means you must get into a Honda dealership today and test drive it for yourself,” Mr. Collins said ..... more Fourth-gen Honda CR-V released 13th January, 2013 Like many of its competitors, the all-new CR-V is now available in both two-wheel and four-wheel drive configuration. Prices* begin at $27,490* for the 2WD manual and $32,790* for the 4WD auto ..... more Top of page ROAD TEST Honda Civic VTi-L hatch 9th December, 2012 Out the door: One million hybrid Hondas 1st November, 2012 Honda has sold more than one million hybrid vehicles across the globe since 1999 ..... more Honda CR-V prices announced 21st October, 2012 The model that defined the compact-SUV segment has been comprehensively redesigned and will be on-sale in Australia in mid-November. The new Honda CR-V will be priced from $27,490* for the 2WD manual VTi, whilst the 4WD versions begin from $32,790* for the 4WD automatic VTi ..... more Honda CR-V here in November 7th October, 2012 For the first time in Australia, the CR-V will be available with a choice of both two and four-wheel drive. The two-wheel drive will be available in two variants and the four-wheel drive will be available in three variants ..... more Honda's new Civic hatch arrives 28th June, 2012 The all-new, UK manufactured, Honda Civic Hatch is now on sale. Priced from just $22,650* it is offering exceptional value for money..... more ROAD TEST Honda CR-Z 11th June, 2012 Honda Insight updated 7th June, 2012 Improvements to the engine and transmission, greater aerodynamics, a power-saving electric fuel pump and the low-rolling resistance tyres all contribute to Insight’s improved fuel consumption ..... more Honda Civic Hatch prices announced 25th May, 2012 The new Civic Hatch is sure to surprise and delight. It is a stylish and practical offering in the small car segment and embodies style as well as substance ..... more Honda’s all-new Civic Hatch arrives mid-June 10th May, 2012 The Civic Hatch will be available in two variants – the VTi and VTi-L. Both variants receive an improved 1.8 litre four-cylinder i-VTEC engine delivering maximum power of 104 kW at 6,500 rpm and 174 Nm of torque at 4,300 rpm .... more Hear Chris Goodsell Talk Motoring On Radio & Internet ..... more Honda City for 2012 2nd May, 2012 The 2012 Honda City has a new look, new features and a sharp price from $19,990 drive-away for the VTi manual version with flat paint ..... more Honda Civic 9th Gen released 1st March, 2012 The all-new Honda Civic has been refined. It features enhancements to performance, ride and interior packaging along with increased fuel economy and the addition of interactive technologies ..... more Honda Civic sedan prices announced 6th February, 2012 This ninth-generation Civic has undergone significant engineering development, with increased fuel efficiency, smoother handling, improved driving dynamics, a smarter cockpit and Honda’s ECO assist system ..... more Honda presents Acura NSX Concept 12th January, 2012 Badged as an Acura in the US, the new NSX, which is expected to go on sale in the next three years, will be developed by Honda R&D Americas and manufactured in Ohio but is developed for true sports driving enthusiasts throughout the world ..... more Top of page Honda Odyssey updated 12th December, 2011 The stylish Honda Odyssey now receives as standard, multifunction touch-screen satellite navigation with reversing camera for driver convenience, Honda’s unique Ecological Drive Assist Programme for improved fuel economy and ..... more Honda CR-Z released 28th November, 2011 The revolutionary CR-Z is in a class of its own. According to Honda, it will ignite your senses and change your perception of hybrids ..... more Honda Civic Type R recall 27th November, 2011 Apparently, the wire harness was not routed in the correct location and, as such, the wire harness sheath may be damaged and in the worst case scenario cause a short circuit ..... more Honda Accord updated 30th September, 2011 The Accord range offers buyers a choice of engines; a powerful 202 kW V6 with Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) that allows the engine to operate on either six, four or three cylinders for maximum fuel and emission efficiency; and a 133 kW 2.4 litre four-cylinder engine that sips 8.7 litres/100 kms (combined) ..... more Honda Civic hatch for 2012 13th September, 2011 The designers of the new Civic wanted to keep the sporty and advanced elements of the car’s 'character' but tailor them to express the new model’s more dynamic feel ..... more America's new Honda CR-V 26th July, 2011 The 2012 Honda CR-V Concept provides the first official glimpse of the styling direction for the all-new, fourth-generation CR-V set to go on sale in the United States by the end of the year ..... more Honda Accord Euro adds more value 19th July, 2011 The Accord Euro has been one of Honda Australia’s best sellers since 2003 with over 45,600 first-generation and more than 16,300 second-generation units sold ..... more Honda Odyssey updated 17th April, 2011 Although not nearly as popular as the Kia Carnival/Grand Carnival, the Odyssey has sold 15,648 units since its debut in the Australian market in late 1994 ..... more Honda Jazz updated 1st April, 2011 The new and improved 2011 Jazz receives exterior enhancements across all models including LED tail lights and a sporty, mesh-style grille, resembling a happy face ..... more Honda Civic Si hatch revised 4th March, 2011 On the outside, the stylish Honda Civic Si hatchback has been given a sportier look, with a Civic Type R inspired mesh grille replacing the clear plastic grille from the previous model ..... more Honda Civic Concepts 11th January, 2011 The Honda Civic Si Concept coupe and Civic Concept sedan are making world debuts at America's Detroit Motor Show, providing the first official glimpse at the styling direction of the all-new, ninth-generation 2012 model set to go on sale mid-year, American Honda announced ..... more Top of page Honda's new Civic 17th December, 2010 The styling direction of the next-generation Honda Civic will debut at the 2011 Detroit Motor Show in January ..... more Honda Insight released 25th November, 2010 A 1.3-litre 4-cylinder i-VTEC petrol-electric engine, producing 72 kilowatts, forms the foundation of the IMA hybrid system. The electric motor, positioned between the engine and the continuously variable transmission, adds power during acceleration and in certain cruising situations as well as re-capturing energy from the vehicle’s forward momentum during braking ..... more Honda at SEMA 4th November, 2010 Twelve modified 2011 Honda CR-Z sport hybrid coupes are featured at the Honda 'booth' at the 2010 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, USA. As the first sport hybrid, the CR-Z demonstrates new opportunities for vehicle personalisation among the American 'import' tuner community ..... more Honda Insight due December 17th October, 2010 The Insight is powered by a 1.3 litre i-VTEC engine and Honda’s Integrated Motor Assist (IMA system), coupled to a CVT gearbox. This five-door hatch sips 4.6 litres/100 kms (combined) with ultra-low emissions of just 109 grammes/kilometre ..... more Honda CR-Z coming in 2011 15th October, 2010 The Honda CR-Z is unique. Combining the typical features of a petrol-electric hybrid powertrain with a 6-speed manual transmission, this coupe may change the perception of hybrids ..... more Honda Jazz Hybrid 5th October, 2010 The launch of the latest addition to the Jazz line-up marks the first time a parallel hybrid vehicle has been available to European B-segment consumers ..... more Honda Civic Type R staying 'down under' 12th August, 2010 Honda’s hot hatch, the Civic Type R, will continue in Australia despite the announcement by Honda that the Type R will be dropped in some areas of Europe at the end of 2010 ..... more Honda at Goodwood's Festival of Speed 21st June, 2010 Honda is taking part in the first ever Moving Motor Show at Goodwood, which gives a limited number of car enthusiasts the chance to test drive two of its most exciting cars around a 3.5 mile test track ..... more Honda CR-Z proving popular 26th March, 2010 This new model has already achieved orders of 10,000 vehicles in its first month of sales ..... more Honda's American Odyssey Concept 23rd February, 2010 The Honda Odyssey Concept, on display at the Chicago Motor Show, introduces a distinctive exterior styling direction for the next generation of Honda's people mover, set to debut late this year ..... more Honda updates the CR-V 22nd February, 2010 Heading the list of new features is the addition of curtain airbags on the entry model; now every CR-V in the range has dual front, side and full-length curtain airbags as standard ..... more Honda Has a New Vibe 18th February, 2010 The Vibe adds to the features and styling of the Honda Jazz – it receives a sports grille, alloy wheels (including spare), fog lights, Bluetooth system and exclusive Vibe badging ..... more Top of page Honda expands dealer network in China 15th November, 2009 Honda will open 100 new dealerships in the next 5 years to meet the overwhelming demand in the world's most populated country ..... more Honda Insight Achieves Top Euro NCAP Overall Safety Rating 1st September, 2009 The new Honda Insight has been rated one of Europe‘s safest cars, setting the benchmark for hybrid vehicles, according to the new independent crash testing results from EuroNCAP ..... more Honda UK to export Civic Type R to Japan 9th August, 2009 The model will be called the Type R EURO, to distinguish it from the Japanese-spec 4-door Civic Type R saloon, and will be sold in limited numbers ..... more Two new hybrids for Honda in 2010 13th July, 2009 Honda has today announced plans to begin sales in Japan of the CR-Z sporty hybrid model in February 2010 and Fit (Jazz) Hybrid before the end of 2010 ..... more Mugen To Build Honda Civic Type R Prototype 5th July, 2009 The car is being developed in Japan by MUGEN EURO – England's Northampton-based subsidiary of Honda’s long standing tuning partner MUGEN ..... more Honda Jazz ANCAP Result 15th June, 2009 ANCAP recently undertook testing of the entry model Honda Jazz GLi which recorded a 4-star safety rating ..... more Honda Commemorates 50 years of Innovation in America 14th June, 2009 Honda has marked its first 50 years in America, commemorating the establishment of American Honda Motor Co ..... more Honda Civic Si Released 21st April, 2009 At a time when some cars are growing increasingly similar, this model has introduced a new approach to the small car ..... more Acura ZDX Debuts at New York Motor Show 19th April, 2009 The production version of the dramatically styled prototype goes on-sale across USA in Q3 2009 ..... more New Honda Odyssey Released 3rd April, 2009 Honda has improved its Odyssey, revealing a more stylish, spacious and powerful fourth generation model of its people mover ..... more Enhanced Performance for Honda Civic Type R 17th March, 2009 The Honda Civic Type R has received mechanical enhancements and one new colour for its 2009 update ..... more New Honda Odyssey Close To Release 4th March, 2009 It will feature more power, more space, more safety and more driver-focus ..... more Honda to Introduce Civic 5-Door to Australia 1st March, 2009 At first glance the Civic Si has the appearance of a three door hatch thanks to the placement of its rear door handles in the C-pillar, giving it a sporty appearance ..... more Honda Reaches 300,000 Hybrid Vehicles Sales 19th February, 2009 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. yesterday announced that global sales of Honda hybrid vehicles passed the 300,000 unit mark on a cumulative basis at the end of January 2009 ..... more Honda City Released Locally 8th February, 2009 Honda is introducing the Thai-built City to Australia to compete in the light car class ..... more Honda's 40 Years In Australia 5th February, 2009 Models names, over the the years, for the Honda brand in Australia included: N360, Z360, Scamp, City, Jazz, Civic, Insight, Accord, Accord Euro, Prelude, Legend, Odyssey, HR-V, CR-V, MDT, S600, CRX, 1300, S2000, NSX and T500 ..... more End Of The Road For Honda S2000 1st February, 2009 The S2000 made its debut in 1999, as an open FR sports car with what was at the time the world's top level, high performance 4-cylinder normally aspirated engine and an ideal 50:50 front/rear body weight distribution that provided a "fun to drive" spirit and the "joy of driving" ..... more Honda Celebrates 40 Years in Australia 27th January, 2009 The limited edition Honda Accord is packed with extra features including fog lights, rear parking sensors, Bluetooth, floor mats, illuminated door sill garnishes and 40th Anniversary badging ..... more Honda Insight Hybrid Debuts In Detroit 19th January, 2009 "At Honda, we look forward to introducing Australia to the new Insight within the next twelve months" ..... more Top of page Honda Insight Hybrid to Make World Debut at Detroit Motor Show 5th December, 2008 Honda Australia’s Managing Director and CEO, Mr. Yasuhide Mizuno, is looking forward to the Insight arriving in Australia ..... more Self-Catering Holiday Accommodation in Denmark, WA ..... more Honda's Hydrogen Powered Sports Concept 30th November, 2008 Honda revealed the FC Sport design study model, a hydrogen powered three-seat sports car concept at the 2008 Los Angeles Motor Show ..... more Honda's New Dummy 16th October, 2008 Honda has revealed plans to enhance safety testing procedures, announcing that it will begin using its new third generation pedestrian dummy, POLAR III, in vehicle-to-pedestrian crash tests ..... more New Honda City For Local Release 13th October, 2008 In reviving the City nameplate, it must be noted that the new car bears no resemblance to the Honda City of old ..... more New Honda City For India 30th September, 2008 Honda Siel Cars India launched its all new third generation Honda City with a completely new design, new engine, spacious cabin and equipped with various active and passive safety features ..... more Honda At The Paris Motor Show 11th September, 2008 The two major debuts will be for the long awaited Insight Concept, which demonstrates the direction of Honda's latest addition to its petrol electric hybrid line-up, and a restyled Civic Hybrid ..... more New Honda Jazz Arrives 8th September, 2008 Three variants are offered – a 1.3-litre Jazz GLi and two 1.5-litre i-VTEC models, Jazz VTi and VTi-S ..... more Honda Legend Revised For 2009 19th August, 2008 Honda’s slow-selling flagship Legend sedan delivers more power to luxury car buyers with the introduction of the new 2009 year model ..... more Low Emission Honda Sports Car Study To Be Unveiled 11th July, 2008 The striking two-seat roadster aims to couple sleek looks with exciting driving dynamics and more efficient engine technology, to give lower exhaust emissions ..... more 2008 Honda Accord Released 9th March, 2008 More power, more spacious and more technology herald the arrival of the eighth-generation Honda Accord and indicate that Honda remains a tryer in the Australian large car segment ..... more New Honda Accord To Make Its Australian Debut In Melbourne 24th January, 2008 The 8th generation Honda Accord range will make its Australian debut at the Melbourne Motor Show this year ..... more Top of page Honda Reveals New Hydrogen Fuel Cell Car 16th November, 2007 Honda has unveiled the all-new FCX Clarity fuel cell vehicle at the Los Angeles Motor Show, announcing plans to begin limited retail marketing, in USA, of the hydrogen-powered car in mid-2008 more Honda’s UK Plant Reaches Million Milestone 12th November, 2007 Honda U.K.’s Swindon plant has made its one-millionth Civic, a red Type R destined for the British market ..... more Two New Honda Concepts Unveiled At Tokyo Motor Show 6th November, 2007 The Honda CR-Z is a light-weight, two-seater sports car equipped with Honda’s petrol-electric hybrid IMA powertrain. Honda are retaining the petrol-electric, even though many see this technology as a wasted opportunity ..... more Honda To Release New Jazz In Japan 19th October, 2007 Honda will release the Honda Fit (known as Jazz in Australia) in Japan on next Friday, 26th October, 2007 ..... more Honda Begins Construction Of New Factory 25th September, 2007 Honda Motor Co last week began construction of a new motor vehicle factory with a groundbreaking ceremony at Yorii, Japan ..... more Honda Shows Accord Tourer Concept At Frankfurt 19th September, 2007 Honda's President and CEO, Mr Takeo Fukui, has unveiled the Accord Tourer concept at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show, giving potential styling clues of the next generation Accord Euro range ..... more Honda Australia 2006/07 Financial Results 7th August, 2007 Honda Australia Pty Ltd has recorded a consolidated profit of $80 million after related income tax expense on revenue of $1.9 billion for the financial year ended 31st March, 2007 ..... more Honda Announces Global Expansion 20th July, 2007 Honda Motor Co's President and CEO, Takeo Fukui, has announced plans for new factories and a boost in production to meet Honda's global demand ..... more Honda Tries The Sporty Approach For Civic 9th July, 2007 Honda expects to sell 100 Civic Type Rs per month at a recommended retail price beginning at $39,990. At this price, the Next Car team sees the class leading Volkswagen Golf GTI as a far more attractive proposition ..... more Honda Civic Type R Arrives For July Release 10th June, 2007 The first shipment of the British-built Honda Civic Type Rs arrived last week from Southampton, en route to Honda showrooms for the official on-sale date next month ..... more Honda NSX Gathering In UK 30th May, 2007 Europe’s largest ever gathering of Honda NSX sports cars took place at last weekend’s JapFest at Castle Combe in England ..... more Honda S2000 CR Prototype 9th April, 2007 The club racer inspired 2008 Honda S2000 CR Prototype making its world debut at the New York Motor Show introduces a higher level of track worthy performance and style to the S2000 roadster ..... more Honda Updates Civic 1st April, 2007 The Thai-sourced Civic sedan range gains a fully lined boot and an auxiliary audio input jack for playing personal MP3 players through the car’s audio system ..... more Honda at the 2007 Melbourne Motor Show 4th March, 2007 Honda Australia's stand at the 2007 Melbourne Motor Show features a new small 3-door hatch from the UK, a limited edition Accord Euro and a concept car from last year, the FCX ..... more Honda Hydrogen Power For Melbourne 21st February, 2007 The future of motoring will be on display at the Melbourne Motor Show in the form of a new Honda that consumes only hydrogen and emits only water vapour ..... more Honda Hybrid Concept for Geneva 7th February, 2007 The current Honda Civic Hybrid uses petrol as its primary fuel source. Our Editor has his fingers crossed that Honda will switch to diesel as the primary fuel source, thus avoiding a wasted opportunity ..... more Honda Launches New Third-Generation CR-V 31st January, 2007 The new CR-V range is available in three variants. All three variants feature a 2.4-litre DOHC i-VTEC engine with 125 kW of power (up 7 kW over the previous car) and a Real-Time 4WD system ..... more Honda Previews Future NSX Design Direction 12th January, 2007 The Acura Advanced Sports Car Concept has made its world debut at the 2007 Detroit Motor Show, providing a preview of the design direction for the successor to the Honda NSX ..... < href="http://www.nextcar.com.au/n.acura.concept.2007.advanced.sports.car.naias.07jan.html">more Honda Reveals Styling Clues for Next-Generation Accord 11th January, 2007 American Honda has revealed the styling clues for the next generation Accord with the unveiling of an Accord Coupe Concept at the 2007 Detroit Motor Show ..... more Top of page Acura ‘Advanced Sports Car Concept’ 19th December, 2006 The concept provides a glimpse at the next generation Acura sports car, a successor to the Honda (Acura) NSX ..... more Honda Accord Coupe Concept For Detroit 7th December, 2006 A new look for the next generation Honda Accord Coupe will be unveiled at Detroit’s North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), in January ..... more Honda Remix Concept in LA 4th December, 2006 The Honda Remix small sport concept vehicle made its world debut at the Los Angeles Motor Show last week. The Remix explores the shape and design of a two-seat sports car ..... more Honda Shows Off Hydrogen-Powered FCX Concept 21st November, 2006 American Honda has shown off its next-generation hydrogen-powered FCX concept car with a demonstration drive at the Laguna Seca Raceway in Monterey, California ..... more Soichiro Honda - Centenary of Birth 17th November, 2006 Born on 17th November, 1906, the son of a blacksmith and a weaver, Soichiro Honda was fascinated by machines and how they worked ..... more Honda’s Sports 4 Concept For Sydney 19th October, 2006 Honda will unveil its next-generation sports sedan concept car, the Honda Sports 4, at Sydney’s Australian International Motor Show next week ..... more Honda Sets Yet Another Sales Record 6th October, 2006 Honda Australia has smashed yet another sales record with the company posting its best ever September result ..... more British Car Industry Accelerates 1st October, 2006 Three good news stories show it's not all doom and gloom in British manufacturing. Nissan, Mini and Honda announced investment in the UK, bringing an additional 2,000 jobs in car making ..... more Honda Announces New Limited-Edition Accord 1st October, 2006 Honda is offering even better value on its four-cylinder Accord VTi with a new limited-edition variant ..... more Honda Unveils New Technologies 26th September, 2006 Honda Motor Co has unveiled a range of next generation engine technologies as part of its global initiative to reduce CO2 emissions ..... more Honda's All-New CR-V For 2007 1st September, 2006 An entirely-new CR-V is just around the corner (so to speak). It promises improved equipment levels and Honda’s safety technology ..... more Honda Begins Vehicle Operations in Vietnam 27th August, 2006 Honda Vietnam Co., Ltd. (HVN), Honda’s Vietnamese subsidiary, has opened a new motor vehicle plant in the suburbs of Hanoi ..... more Honda and London Police in Hybrid Deal 21st August, 2006 Honda has teamed up with London’s Police in the country’s biggest ever hybrid car fleet deal ..... more Honda Australia 2005/06 Financial Results 16th August, 2006 Honda Australia has recorded a consolidated profit of $81 million after tax on revenue of $1.6 billion for the financial year ended 31st March, 2006 ..... more Honda Launches All-New Legend 14th August, 2006 Honda Australia has launched the new, fourth-generation, Legend sedan with the most powerful road-going Honda engine ever ..... more Honda Posts New Record 7th August, 2006 The record result sees Honda’s monthly market share climb to 7.2 per cent and year-to-date market share rise to 5.7 per cent ..... more Honda Sets All-Time Record 10th July, 2006 Honda smashed sales records in June, powering past 5,000 units for the first time to finish with an all-time record of 5,762 sales ..... more New Look for Honda Odyssey 3rd July, 2006 Honda’s Odyssey family wagon receives a new look thanks to a mid-life facelift ..... more Honda Announces Civic Type S For Europe 29th June, 2006 Honda Motor Europe has announced the new Civic Type S, a 3-door hatchback which is the latest model in the transformation of Honda’s C-segment brand into an individual, sporty range ..... more Survey Finds Civic Hybrid Cheapest to Run 26th June, 2006 The RACV’s 2006 Vehicle Operating Costs survey shows the cost of running a Honda Civic Hybrid is $169.34 a week, $24.57 less than the Toyota Prius ..... more Honda Recalls Odyssey 20th June, 2006 Honda Motor Co has issued a safety recall for Odyssey, CR-V and Step Wagon models manufactured between October 1994 and May 1997 ..... more Revisions for Honda Accord 11th June, 2006 The Honda Accord has received some styling changes and equipment upgrades ..... more Summary of Honda's CEO Mid-Year Speech 17th May, 2006 Honda announced specific plans and initiatives which will enable Honda to accelerate its efforts to strengthen the core characteristics that make Honda unique ..... more Honda’s Natural Gas Civic For New York 28th April, 2006 American Honda has announced that it will begin retailing its all-new compressed natural gas (CNG) powered Civic to New York state customers ..... more Honda’s New Jazz 12th April, 2006 In one of the strangest moves by a marketing department I have ever seen, Honda has 'aired' a television commercial featuring an animated Honda Jazz ..... more Civic Paves Way for Honda’s March Result 6th April, 2006 Honda Australia has set a new March sales record of 4,611 units, up 543 over March 2005 ..... more Honda MDX Concept At New York Motor Show 30th March, 2006 Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Honda's Acura brand has announced plans to debut a concept version of the all-new MDX luxury sport-utility vehicle ..... more Honda Civic Type R Concept 21st March, 2006 At this year's Geneva Motor Show Honda displayed the Civic Type R Concept with its promise of fun and exhilarating performance ..... more Murray Walker Makes F1 Comeback with Honda 8th March, 2006 He's back! After a four year absence from the Formula One Paddock, Murray Walker is making a comeback with the Honda Racing F1 Team ..... more All-New Civic Boosts Honda Sales 6th March, 2006 Honda Australia has posted another strong sales month, selling 3,484 units ..... more Honda Updates Sports Models 15th February, 2006 Honda Australia has unveiled a sports variant of its Accord Euro sedan and a facelifted S2000 at the Melbourne Motor Show ..... more America's Honda Civic Si Sedan Concept 14th February, 2006 The Civic Si Sedan Concept provides strong hints of the styling and performance for a production Civic Si Sedan scheduled to go on sale across America later this year ..... more All Time Record Sales for Honda 7th February, 2006 After recording its third year of record sales of 28% in 2005, Honda has started 2006 recording its highest ever monthly sales of 4,751 units ..... more Honda Launches All-New Civic Range 5th February, 2006 Honda Australia has launched the eighth-generation Civic with new levels of power, fuel economy, refinement and comfort ..... more Honda Achieves Record European Sales 23rd January, 2006 Honda achieved record automobile sales in Europe, reaching a high of 285,924** units during 2005 against a downturn of 0.7%* ..... more Third Straight Record Year For Honda 6th January, 2006 Honda Australia is rewriting its record book for a third time in three years thanks to another all-time sales record ..... more Honda Takes 'Detroit News' Awards 1st January, 2006 The U.S. newspaper 'Detroit News' has named the new Honda Civic sedan as its 2006 Car of the Year and the Honda Ridgeline as its 2006 Truck of the Year ..... more Top of page Honda Wins Two Awards In USA 18th December, 2005 Car and Driver Magazine has named the 2006 Honda Accord as the "Best Family Sedan," and the Acura TSX (Accord Euro) as the “Best Sports Sedan” in its annual "10 Best Cars" award ..... more New Look for Honda Accord Euro 28th November, 2005 Honda’s Accord Euro range receives a facelift for 2006 with a series of subtle improvements ..... more Honda Stars In Australia's Best Cars Awards 23rd November, 2005 Honda has been named twice in the 'Australia’s Best Cars' awards, with the Accord Euro winning the Best Mid-Size car over $28,000 segment and the Odyssey Luxury taking the Best People Mover ..... more Honda Achieves a Sales Milestone 16th November, 2005 After record sales in 2003 and 2004 Honda Australia announced yesterday it has achieved another milestone, selling its 40,000th vehicle in one year for the first time ..... more Honda Passion Shines Through 8th November, 2005 After months of searching and assessing candidates Honda has found the most passionate Honda motor vehicle owner in Australia ..... more Honda at SEMA 2005 8th November, 2005 Honda showed more than 50 vehicles at this year's SEMA show in Las Vegas, including nineteen 2006 Civic Si coupes ..... more Honda Sports 4 Concept Car 24th October, 2005 The Sports 4 Concept is Honda's vision of a sports car of the future, a vehicle that allows anyone, not just expert drivers, to experience a high-performance automobile ..... more Honda's Diversity on Show in Sydney 17th October, 2005 Attractions on Honda's stand at Sydney's Motor Show include the 30th Anniversary Accord and CR-V Special Edition, the all-new Legend ..... more Honda To Double Production In Pakistan 7th September, 2005 Honda Atlas Cars (Pakistan) Ltd. (HACPL), Honda’s car production and sales joint venture in Pakistan, held a Manufacturing Capacity Expansion ceremony of its production plant on Monday ..... more Honda Continues Sales Success 6th September, 2005 Honda Australia’s record-breaking run in 2005 continues with the company setting its best-ever August sales result of 4,006 units ..... more Honda Announces All New 2006 Civic for the US 5th September, 2005 Honda has announced four completely-redesigned Civic models including the Civic Si Coupe, Civic Hybrid sedan, Civic Sedan and Civic Coupe, for the US market ..... more Price Changes to Honda CR-V Range 1st September, 2005 Honda Australia has announced price changes to its CR-V range ..... more Honda Announces All New Civic for Europe 2nd August, 2005 Honda Motor Europe Ltd. yesterday announced the all-new, eighth generation Civic for the European market. Wider and lower than the out-going model ..... more Honda Announces Fuel-Efficiency Targets 21st July, 2005 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has released an overview of its next-generation power train technology and fuel economy targets for cars due to be introduced in coming years. Also, see Honda President's Mid-Year Global Speech ..... more Honda To Discontinue The NSX 13th July, 2005 Honda has announced that it will discontinue production of the NSX, a vehicle that has enjoyed considerable popularity as pure sports car and won many fans worldwide ..... more Honda’s Record Year Continues 3rd July, 2005 Honda Australia celebrated its most successful six months ever and set another all time record in June with 4,746 sales ..... more Get Me To The Church On Time! 2nd June, 2005 You can enjoy various exciting and fun experiences at Honda’s Twin-Ring Motegi race track – including getting married ..... more Honda Sets Yet Another Sales Record 1st June, 2005 Honda Australia has overturned yet another sales record with the company’s best ever May result ..... more Honda Reaches 100,000 Hybrid Sales 25th May, 2005 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. yesterday announced that its cumulative worldwide sales of hybrid vehicles reached 100,000 units in April 2005 ..... more Kannan Claims Indy 500 Pole for Honda 16th May, 2005 Led by Andretti Green Racing's Tony Kanaan, Honda drivers once again prevailed in Pole Day qualifying for the 89th running of the Indianapolis 500, with the defending Indy Car Series champion claiming his first '500' pole in his fourth attempt ..... more Honda's Record April 2nd May, 2005 Honda Australia enjoyed its best ever April result with total sales of 3,677 units ..... more Honda Introduces All-new Airwave In Japan 8th April, 2005 Honda yesterday announced the debut of the Airwave, in Japan, an all-new 1.5-litre compact wagon that boasts an extra-large glass Sky Roof ..... more Honda’s Record Year Marches On 4th April, 2005 Three months into 2005 and Honda has set another new sales record for the third successive month ..... more Top of page About | Car Clubs | Great Drives | Home | News | Road Ramblings | Road Tests | Subscribe | Top Drive ©   2004 - 2015   All rights reserved.   Next Car Pty. 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