In order to qualify for a 2023 Top Safety Pick+ award, the vehicle must earn GOOD ratings in all crashworthiness evaluations. This year’s TSP criteria also include nighttime vehicle-to-pedestrian front crash prevention test. Vehicles must earn an advanced or superior performance in both the nighttime and daytime pedestrians tests for the higher award. And ACCEPTABLE…
The 2024 Honda HR-V is America’s most popular SUV with first-time and Gen-Z buyers. This fun-to-drive SUV is just the right size for young and active buyers that want a sport driving experience but with space and utility for adventures. The 2024 HR-V is on sale now with a starting manufacturer’s suggested retail price of…
On April 25th, 2023, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. held a press briefing on their progress achieved towards business transformation and electrification. A summary of this briefing held was provided. Key point #1: Five Key Factors Honda is focused on Honda will focus on the following factors for advancement of mobility. Carbon neutrality of power units,…
Together Honda and The Honda USA Foundation awarded more than $2.7 million in funding to environmental education and conservation initiatives across the U.S.. $625,000 went towards supporting The Nature Conservancy (TNC) programs across 10 states and $2 million in financial grants went to 67 organizations undertaking environmental and conservation initiatives across multiple states. The $625,000…
54 North American suppliers were honored by Honda for outstanding performance in supplying the company with parts and materials during 2022. This was all during critical challenges including supply issues, logistics and transportation disruptions, weather impacts and workforce issues. 35 suppliers were honored with awards for supporting Honda with mass production parts and materials in…
On April 11, 2023 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) celebrated the opening of the $16 million, 66,000 square foot Post-Production Option (PPO) facility on campus at Honda’s Alabama Auto Plant (AAP). The facility serves as a hub for the installation of a series of accessory option packages for vehicles produced at the Plant. This…
Honda safety engineer, Eric Heitkamp lead the creation of the groundbreaking front passenger airbag design. In doing so, Eric receieved the highest award from U.S. Department of Transportation for new airbag design. He accepted the award in Yokohama, Japan at the 2023 Enhanced Safety of Vehicles conference. This is the 2nd consecutive excellence award won…
U.S. EV Production Preparation In October of 2022, Honda announced an investment of $700 million for the adaption of several of their own auto and powertrain plants in order to establish the new EV Hub in Ohio. All of this was planned in order to prepare for battery electric vehicle production in 2026. Honda has…
The Honda Service Pass is a program that offers maintenance coverage on Honda vehicles (beginning with the 2023 Honda Odyssey) for two years from the registration date or for 24,000 miles, whichever comes first. This additional maintenance coverage allows for worry-free driving during your travels. • Maintenance coverage: A1 and B1 services (oil change, oil filter,…
Five Honda Models Earn IIHS Top Safety Ratings Over 40 years of production in America, Honda is committed to providing safety for everyone. Honda vehicles include safety and driver-assistance technologies such as the Collision Mitigation Braking System, Pedestrian Detection, Forward Collision Warning, Road Departure Mitigation, Incorporating Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assist System, and Adaptive…
