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Honda Announces Next Steps in Preparation for U.S. EV Production

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023

This EV Hub will play a key role in developing the company?s knowledge and expertise in EV production that will be shared across Honda?s entire North American auto production network in the coming years, even as many Honda plants continue production of gasoline-powered vehicles.

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  • This EV Hub will play a key role in developing the company?s knowledge and expertise in EV production that will be shared across Honda?s entire North American auto production network in the coming years, even as many Honda plants continue production of gasoline-powered vehicles.
  • Each Honda auto production facility in North America will have a critical role to play in Honda?s electrification strategy.
  • This will maintain production volume of an important core model for Honda customers, while enabling MAP to transition to EV production.
  • Even as Honda accelerates preparation for EV production, the company plans to sustain current ICE and hybrid-electric vehicle production in order to continue to meet anticipated strong customer demand through 2030 and beyond.

Honda Civic Sedan, Hatchback, Type R and Accord take 2023 AutoTrader Awards

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Friday, February 17, 2023

Civic is best compact car, Type R wins best mainstream performance while Accord is the best family sedan in Canada

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  • Civic is best compact car, Type R wins best mainstream performance while Accord is the best family sedan in Canada
    MARKHAM, ON, Feb. 16, 2023 /CNW/ - Honda's most iconic nameplates have been awarded three significant 2023 AutoTrader Awards.
  • The built in Canada Honda Civic Sedan and the built in the U.S. Civic Hatchback were named Best Compact Car, the racetrack inspired Honda Civic Type R is the Best Mainstream Performance Car and the Honda Accord wins Best Family Sedan in Canada.
  • For more information on the 2023 Honda Civic go here.
  • For more information on the 2023 Honda Civic Type R go here.

2022's Most Junked Car Brands and Models in the US: A Report by Junk Car Medics

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Monday, January 30, 2023

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Jan. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Junk Car Medics, a national junk car buying service in the USA, has released a report on the most junked car brands and models in 2022 based on an analysis of over 50,000 cars junked through their online portal.

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  • ROCHESTER, N.Y., Jan. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Junk Car Medics, a national junk car buying service in the USA, has released a report on the most junked car brands and models in 2022 based on an analysis of over 50,000 cars junked through their online portal.
  • According to Junk Car Medics, Ford and Chevrolet had the highest percentages of junked cars in 2022, with 12.89% and 12.79%, respectively.
  • When looking at the most commonly junked car models, the Honda Accord took the top spot.
  • "At Junk Car Medics, we're always aiming to provide valuable resources that enable the general public to make informed decisions about their vehicles," said Todd Bialaszewski, CEO of Junk Car Medics.

Honda Marks 30 Million Vehicle Production Milestone in the U.S.

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Thursday, January 19, 2023

Eight Honda auto facilities in the U.S. have contributed to the 30 million production milestone

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  • Eight Honda auto facilities in the U.S. have contributed to the 30 million production milestone
    Honda has invested $16 billion in its U.S. auto manufacturing facilities, employing almost 17,000 associates
    MARYSVILLE, Ohio, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After 40 years of manufacturing* automobiles in the U.S., Honda today marked the 30 million vehicle production milestone at the company's auto manufacturing facilities in Alabama, Georgia, Indiana and Ohio.
  • Honda began production of the Honda Accord at the Marysville Auto Plant (MAP) in Ohio on November 1, 1982.
  • Honda began production of the Honda Accord at the Marysville Auto Plant (MAP) in Ohio on November 1, 1982, the first Japanese automaker to produce cars in the U.S.
  • Honda employs almost 17,000 associates at the eight production facilities that contribute to the annual production capacity of 1.3 million vehicles.

Ford F-150 Ranks as Canada's Most Sought-after Vehicle, while Honda Civic Surges in Popularity

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

This year, the most significant shift on the Top 10 Most Searched list was the Honda Civic, jumping from sixth place to second.

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  • This year, the most significant shift on the Top 10 Most Searched list was the Honda Civic, jumping from sixth place to second.
  • The Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, and Toyota Tacoma held on as category favourites.
  • Adding to the province's year-over-year record of having no luxury vehicles on the list, the Honda Civic (#3) made a new appearance, reinforcing Saskatchewan's penchant for practicality.
  • 2022 marked the first place return of the perennial favourite Honda Civic, reclaiming the top spot from the Porsche 911 the surprise favourite of 2021.

Automoblog Details the Trends in Catalytic Converter Thefts

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022

The team uncovered insights using statistical data on catalytic converter thefts , including:

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  • The team uncovered insights using statistical data on catalytic converter thefts , including:
    Insurers reported a 325% increase in catalytic converter theft claims from 2019 to 2020.
  • New York had the most catalytic converter thefts in 2022 over 2,000.
  • Ford F-Series, Honda Accords, and Jeep Patriots are among the most-targeted vehicle types for catalytic converter theft.
  • The article also details why these thefts occur, how to prevent theft, and what you should do if your catalytic converter is stolen.

Few vehicles excel in new nighttime test of pedestrian autobrake

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022

Its discouraging that so many midsize SUVs and small pickups perform poorly in the nighttime test because research suggests these types of vehicles are more dangerous to pedestrians, says Harkey.

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  • Its discouraging that so many midsize SUVs and small pickups perform poorly in the nighttime test because research suggests these types of vehicles are more dangerous to pedestrians, says Harkey.
  • A recent IIHS study found that the technology slashed pedestrian crashes by more than a quarter overall for equipped vehicles.
  • All three vehicles slowed substantially with their high and low beams in the 37 mph parallel test, mitigating the impact.
  • While some basic-rated vehicles avoided hitting the pedestrian dummy at the lower test speeds, none avoided collisions in the higher-speed crossing or higher-speed parallel scenario.

Few midsize cars excel in updated side crash test

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Thursday, August 4, 2022

ARLINGTON, Va., Aug. 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Only three of seven midsize cars tested earn good or acceptable ratings in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safetys updated side crash test.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., Aug. 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Only three of seven midsize cars tested earn good or acceptable ratings in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safetys updated side crash test.
  • Overall, this initial group of midsize cars did not perform as well as the first batches of small and midsize SUVs evaluated earlier.
  • The updated side crash test uses a heavier barrier traveling at a higher speed to simulate the striking vehicle.
  • For now, the updated test is not included in the IIHS award criteria.

Bay Ridge Honda teams up with Never Ride Stock for Custom Auto Show at Jacob Javits Center

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Friday, April 22, 2022

MANHATTAN, N.Y., April 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brooklyn-based auto dealer Bay Ridge Honda is excited to not only attend this year's New York International Auto Show, but to also be participating alongside the Never Ride Stock (NRS) Experience.

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  • MANHATTAN, N.Y., April 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brooklyn-based auto dealer Bay Ridge Honda is excited to not only attend this year's New York International Auto Show, but to also be participating alongside the Never Ride Stock (NRS) Experience.
  • All models will be uniquely customized by Never Ride Stock to give the vehicles new personalities and show the power of giving a vehicle its own identity.
  • Bay Ridge Honda identifies with the message that every owner should be able to make their car their own, it's an amazing form of expression," said Robert Scarpaci, General Manager at Bay Ridge Honda.
  • About Bay Ridge Honda: A family-owned and -operated Honda dealer in Brooklyn, Bay Ridge Honda provides drivers from New York City with reliable auto sales, service and financing.

U.S. News Announces the 2022 Best Cars for Families

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

WASHINGTON, March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, a nationally recognized publisher of consumer advice and information, today announced the 2022 Best Cars for Families.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, a nationally recognized publisher of consumer advice and information, today announced the 2022 Best Cars for Families.
  • "With winners from nine different vehicle classes, the Best Cars for Families awards offer choices that will work for every family," said Jim Sharifi, managing editor of U.S. News Best Cars.
  • Best 3-Row SUV for Families: 2022 Kia Telluride
    Best Compact SUV for Families: 2022 Hyundai Tucson
    For the full set of winners and finalists, visit the Best Cars for Families.
  • Each year, U.S. News also publishes the Best Cars awards, including Best Vehicle Brands, Best Cars for the Money and Best Cars for Families.