The 2017 Mazda 2017 CX-3 at this year’s Chicago Auto Show In recognition of its ability to combine fuel efficiency and premium features into one highly affordable package, the 2017 Mazda CX-3 has been named the “Best Crossover of the Year” by Chicago News. The new CX-3 beat out four other competitors—the Honda CR-V, Mazda…
According to the J.D. Power 2016 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study that was released yesterday, Toyota RAV4 customers are the happiest among compact SUV owners, more so than owners of the Ford Escape, Mazda CX-5, and Honda CR-V. The study attempted to find how satisfied owners were with their vehicles by measuring…
The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox is a mid-size crossover that carries a starting MSRP of $23,100. Known for its spacious cabin, comfortable ride, and affordable price tag, the new Chevrolet Equinox is the vehicle you’d want to use to transport your family around town. The Equinox has been named “Highest Ranked SUV in Initial Quality in…
The 2019 Honda Accord is built at the Marysville plant Photo: Honda Honda is a pretty big deal in central Ohio, where its Marysville and East Liberty manufacturing plants are located. Currently, Honda employs more than 15,000 workers in Ohio alone, and more than 25,000 nationwide. When it comes to U.S. manufacturing for Honda, Marysville…
According to a new report from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Honda ranks as the most fuel-efficient full-line automaker in America, and second overall behind only Tesla. The 2019 EPA Automotive Trends Report showed that Honda’s U.S. fleet had an average real-world fuel economy of exactly 30 miles per gallon, with CO2 emissions averaging at…
Despite the difficulties it faced, Honda says it can be “proud” of the engine development rate it showed throughout the 2017 Formula One season. The season was off to a challenging start after Honda opted to change the concept behind its engine and then ran out of time to be sufficiently prepared. This led to…
The rumors were true. Honda has confirmed that it is reviving the Passport with an all-new model that will debut at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show on November 27. The original Passport, a five-seater sold from 1994 to 2002, was Honda’s first SUV. The new 2019 model will be positioned somewhere between the five-seater…
A V6-powered, 1999 Honda Passport Photo: RN GLZLZ | Flickr Honda has been revealed to have plans to revive the old Passport nameplate, and yes, it will be for a new crossover—what else? According to Automotive News, the vehicle would be slotted between the CR-V and the Pilot in the automaker’s lineup, two of the…
Honda is not wasting any time bringing its all-new Passport SUV to the people. Earlier this month, 2019 Honda Passport production kicked off at Honda Manufacturing of Alabama in anticipation of the new SUV’s arrival next year. The 2019 Passport was revealed in November at the Los Angeles Auto Show and will slot between Honda’s…
Women have a long history behind the wheel. Photo by anyjazz65 Not surprisingly, men and women often have drastically different tastes and preferences when it comes to cars. Sure, there are women who want the fastest car they can get their hands on or the biggest, brawniest truck imaginable, but most women opt for practicality….
Fernando Alonso was running inside the top 10 at the United States Grand Prix in Austin when he reported a loss of power and was forced to retire. Honda later found it had been an issue with the MGU-H, which converts heat energy from the exhaust system into electricity. The MGU-H is one of six…
According to a new study, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class had a higher average recall rate than any other vehicle from 2013 to 2017 While recalls don’t always involve dangerous problems, fixing them with a trip to the dealership is a hassle for car owners — and it becomes even more of an annoyance when the vehicle…
The 2003 Honda Element, one of the vehicles affected in the Honda airbag recall After stating their intentions to do so in a congressional hearing last Friday, Honda has now officially and voluntarily expanded its recall of vehicles which contain faulty Takata airbags. Today the once-regional Honda airbag recall expands nationwide to cover approximately 5.4…
Photo: Honda Honda is committing to COVID-19 emergency relief by helping its associates, customers, partners, and communities. It’s starting with an initial $1 million pledge to food banks and meal programs across North America. The automaker says its family of companies throughout the continent will donate to community organizations that address food insecurity. In addition…
Jeep is learning that too much of a good thing is not necessarily a good thing Throughout 2018, the Jeep Wrangler has set a number of personal monthly sales records. The model has helped Jeep become one of the best-selling automotive brands in the country. Yet dealerships are facing a problem that may seem somewhat…
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