Honda Canada Launches Insight on Earth Day

TORONTO, CANADA, April 23, 2009: To coincide with Earth Day on 22 April, Honda Canada launched the all-new Insight.

The Insight has already been a success in Japan and North America and is next scheduled to launch in Europe.

The all-new Insight is the next step in Honda’s hybrid strategy, bringing affordable hybrid motoring to more people around the world.

The five-door, five-passenger hatchback features a lightweight, compact hybrid system that combines exceptional fuel economy with fun-to-drive performance. The Insight is powered by a 1.3 litre i-VTEC petrol-electric engine using Honda’s unique Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) technology.

Designed to set the standard for compact cars for a new era, the Insight combines outstanding environmental performance with fun, responsive driving and efficient, versatile packaging. The all-new Honda Insight was developed with the goal to provide these attributes in a car that is affordable for more customers across the globe.

Earth Day takes place on 22 April each year and is celebrated in over 170 countries around the world.