Tax Breaks Coming For Electric Cars
Nov 3, 2008
<p><i>An overlooked part of the $700 billion bailout provides an incentive for consumers looking to purchase green cars. WASHINGTON DC October 31, 2008; The AP reported that Plug-in electric vehicles from General Motors and Toyota are not expected to hit showrooms for more than a year, but when they arrive, the first b ... Continue reading
VOTE YES ON CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 10: TACH Official Endorsement
Nov 2, 2008
Why Californians Should Vote YES on Proposition 10 By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher THE AUTO CHANNEL Electing someone for public office is rather easy; you simply vote for the best looking or the best dressed or the one with the nicest voice, or the one with the best looking daughter/son/wife/husband. ... Continue reading
2009 Car and Truck Best Buys from Consumers Magazine
Oct 31, 2008
DEERFIELD, Ill., Oct. 31 -- Thirty-six vehicles and 14 companion models received Best Buy ratings from Consumers Digest out of some 240 total 2009 models. The ratings, published in CD's December issue (on sale November 1), span 10 categories: Small Cars, Family Cars, Luxury Cars, Sporty Cars, Pickups, Minivans, Compact ... Continue reading
Strike Two?: Honda May Delay Clean Diesel Launch in Japan and U.S.
Oct 30, 2008
TOKYO, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Honda Motor Co (7267.T: Quote, Profile, Research, Stock Buzz) could put off launching its clean diesel cars in Japan and the United States beyond 2009, a spokesman at Japan's No.2 carmaker said on Thursday. A sharper rise in diesel fuel prices compared with gasoline and weaker vehicle demand m ... Continue reading
2009 Honda Element Price for Restyled 2009 Honda Element
Oct 29, 2008
Available features now include a navigation system, a removable storage cooler and an improved overhead storage console on select models TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 29 -- The restyled 2009 Honda Element builds on its spacious and versatile character by adding a more chiseled exterior appearance and a refreshed interior desi ... Continue reading
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Reports Consolidated Financial Results Ending Sept 30, 2008
Oct 28, 2008
TOKYO, Oct. 28 -- Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced its consolidated financial results for the fiscal second quarter and the fiscal first half ended September 30, 2008. Second Quarter Results Honda's consolidated net income for the fiscal second quarter ended September 30, 2008 totaled JPY 123.3 billion (USD 1,191 ... Continue reading
Honda Soltec Begins Sales of Thin-Film Solar Cells for Public and Industrial Use
Oct 28, 2008
Japan, October 23, 2008â Honda's wholly-owned solar cell subsidiary Honda Soltec Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kikuchi-gun, Kumamoto; President and CEO: Akio Kazusa) will begin sales throughout Japan of thin-film solar cells for public and industrial use on October 24, 2008. Having sold solar cells for home use since O ... Continue reading
Paper Says Honda Profit To Plunge 40%
Oct 24, 2008
NEW YORK, Oct 24, 2008; Ted Kerr writing for Reuters reported that Honda Motor Co's (7267.T: Quote, Profile, Research, Stock Buzz) operating profit is expected to fall by about 40 percent in the year to March due to the yen's surge against the dollar as well as a weak auto market, the Nikkei business daily reported. Gr ... Continue reading
Honda Announces the All-New Odyssey
Oct 24, 2008
TOKYO, Japan, October 24, 2008: Honda announced that sales in Japan of the all-new Odyssey will begin October 17, 2008. The fully remodeled Odyssey features a low-floor and low center-of-gravity package that enables a low profile roofline and performance beyond ordinary minivans together with a spacious cabin. The new ... Continue reading
Honda Stonewalls on Civic GX (CNG) Availability
Oct 23, 2008
This continuing coverage on Americaâs oil crisis arises from the just released book, The Plan: How to Save America When the Oil Stopsâor the Day Before (Dialog Press). Buy it here. By Edwin Black Honda is hunkering down in the face of widespread criticism over its mismanagement and reported suppression of its ... Continue reading
EPA Releases 2009 Most and Least Fuel Efficient Cars, SUVs, Vans and Trucks
Oct 16, 2008
Washington DC October 15, 2008; The EPA and U.S. Energy Department yesterday issued the 2009 fuel economy guide which is dominated by international makes. The overall fuel economy leader is still the Toyota Prius, rated at 48 mpg in the city and 45 on the highway. The smart car, which arrived in the United States last ... Continue reading
40 New 2009 Honda Civic Models Available - Which One Is Right For You?
Oct 15, 2008
Are you planning on buying a 2009 Honda Civic? Well in 2009, Honda is producing and selling over 40 2009 Civic models...16 Honda Civic Sedans; 12 Honda Civic Coupes; 4 Honda Civic Hybrids and One Honda Civic GX that runs on CNG. ... Continue reading
Ford's Domestic Brand Quality in Statistical Dead Heat With Toyota and Honda for 2008 Model Year
Oct 13, 2008
-- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles continue their impressive quality gains, collectively improving for the fourth straight year and moving into a virtual tie with Honda-Acura and Toyota-Lexus-Scion for the 2008 model year, according to the latest U.S. Global Quality Research System (GQRS) study. -- Ford F-Series Sup ... Continue reading
ASIMO welcomes Turkish Minister of Trade and Industry at Istanbul International Auto Show 2008
Oct 13, 2008
The New ASIMO travelled to Turkey for the first time this week to attend the 2008 Istanbul International Auto Show. ASIMO is at the show to demonstrate Honda's latest developments in humanoid robotics and also to raise awareness of Honda's green and environmentally friendly technologies. ... Continue reading
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