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Monday, May 17, 2010

The All New Honda Car Model 2010


Honda Cars are very rare great cars, many people love to drive for many reasons one is the smoothness and very relaxing comfortable in the road. The Honda cars is very easy to handle and drive yet not only friendly to nature but also very innovative and powerful.

This year 2010 Honda Cars has many model from Honda Coupes, Honda Sedans, Honda Sports Cars Honda SUV's, Honda Truck and Honda Vans. Many customers are so over whelm about what Honda Car Models they choose but in the end they choose trhe right Honda Car they desired from.

Honda Cars is Not only For Business type model they have also commercial to luxury Honda Cars that why many business people who really love Honda Cars:

Here are the List of all New Honda Car Model this 2010:

Honda Coupes:
- 2010 Honda Accord Coupe
- 2010 Honda Civic Coupe
- 2010 Honda Civic Si Coupe

Honda Sedans:
- 2010 Honda Accord Sedan
- 2010 Honda Civic GX
- 2010 Honda Civic Hybrid
- 2010 Honda Civic Sedan
- 2010 Honda Civic Si Sedan
- 2010 Honda Fit
- 2010 Honda Insight
Honda Sports Cars:
- 2010 Honda Accord Coupe
- 2010 Honda Civic Si Coupe
- 2010 Honda Civic Si Sedan
- 2010 Honda Fit

Honda SUVs:
- 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
- 2010 Honda CR-V
- 2010 Honda Honda Element
- 2010 Honda Pilot

Honda Trucks:
- 2010 Honda Ridgeline

Honda Vans:
- 2010 Honda Odyssey

Friday, May 14, 2010

The 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour EX 2WD 5-Spd AT Specification


The 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is the new car of Honda Motors, the new Model and new Honda Accord Crosstour.

The 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is 5-Speed Electronically Controlled Automatic Transmission With Overdrive, Independent Double Wishbone Front Suspension With Springs and Shock Absorbers.

Standard features 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour:

- Child Safety Door Locks Located On Rear Doors
- Programmable Power Door Locks Operated Via Remote and Internal Switch With Automatic Locking
- Locking Fuel Filler Door
- 3.5-Liter i-VTEC(R), 60 Degree V6, 24-Valve, SOHC, MPFI Engine; Front Mounted With Horsepower Of 271@6200, Torque Of 254@5000, Alloy Block and Alloy Cylinder Heads
- AM/FM Radio With 360-Watts, Speed Sensitive Volume and 7 Speakers Total; 6-Disc CD Changer; MP3/WMA Player
- Subwoofer
- Front Power 297-mm Ventilated Disc and Rear Power 305-mm Solid Disc Brakes
- 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
- Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA(R)) All-Speed Vehicle Stability Control System Operated Via Engine Power Reduction, ABS and Traction Control Measures Lateral Acceleration
- Delayed Power Retention Operates Windows For 10-Minutes
- Cargo Area Power Outlet
- Automatic Headlights With Automatic Off
- Front and Rear Body Color 5-MPH Impact Absorbing Bumpers
- Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls
- Warning Lights Include Brake System, Door Ajar, Low Fuel and Oil Pressure
- Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio and Cruise Control
- Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Cargo Area
- Multi-Function Remote Operates Door Lock/Unlock, Moonroof, Panic Alarm, Power Windows and Tailgate
- Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob
- Power Speed Sensing Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
- Front Side Head Curtain Airbags Located In Headliner
- Driver Airbag With Dual Stage, Dual Threshold Deployment
- Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor Activated By Weight
- Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage, Dual Threshold Deployment
- Rollover Sensor
- Power Windows With Front One-Touch Up, One Touch Down and Pinch Protection
- Power Window Lockout

Tuesday, May 11, 2010

The 2008 Honda CR-V Review and Full Specifications


Here are the full Specification of the SUV Honda CR-V 2008 model. This car is not only for Sports Utility Vehicle but also for commercial and business type service due to comfortableness and elegance in the road.

2008 Honda CR-V Performance & Efficiency Standard Features


- 2,354 cc 2.4 liters in-line 4 front engine with 87.0 mm bore, 99.0 mm stroke, 9.7 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder
- Unleaded fuel 87
- Multi-point injection fuel system
- 15.3 gallon main unleaded fuel tank 12.8
- Power: 124 kW , 166 HP SAE @ 5,800 rpm; 161 ft lb , 218 Nm @ 4,200 rpm

2008 Honda CR-V Handling, Ride & Braking Standard Features

- Four-wheel ABS
- 4.438:1 axle ratio
- Brake assist system
- Four disc brakes including two ventilated discs
- Electronic brake distribution
- Electronic traction control via ABS & engine management
- Immobilizer
- Spacesaver alloy rim internal spare wheel
- Stability control
- Strut front suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs, multi-link rear suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs

2008 Honda CR-V Exterior & Aerodynamics Standard Features

- Part-painted front and rear bumpers
- External dimensions: overall length (inches): 177.9, overall width (inches): 71.6, overall height (inches): 66.1, ground clearance (inches): 7.3, wheelbase (inches): 103.1, front track (inches): 61.6, rear track (inches): 61.6 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 37.8
- Complex surface lens halogen bulb headlights
- Pearl paint
- Fixed rear window with defogger and intermittent
- Roof rails
- Glass electric front sunroof
- Tinted glass on cabin, rear and side
- Trailer towing preparation
- Chrome/bright trim around side windows
- Day time running lights
- Driver and passenger power black door mirrors
- Underbody protection for fuel tank
- Weights: gross vehicle weight rating (lbs) 4,449, curb weight (lbs) 3,415, gross trailer weight braked (lbs) 1,500 and max payload (lbs) 1,034
- Windshield wipers with variable intermittent wipe

2008 Honda CR-V Interior Standard Features

- 12v power outlet: cargo and 1, 12v power outlet: front and 2
- Cruise control
- Remote fuel filler door release
- Front and rear side curtain airbag
- Upgraded cloth/velour seat upholstery with additional upgraded cloth/velour
- Seating: five seats
- Air conditioning
- Roof antenna
- Peripheral anti-theft protection
- Audio system with AM/FM, Disc Autochanger and six-disc remote changer CD player reads MP3
- Automatic drive indicator on dashboard
- Below seat storage under passenger seat
- Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
- Cargo area light
- Cargo capacity: rear seat down (cu ft): 72.0 and all seats in place (cu ft): 33.5
- Clock
- Computer with average fuel consumption, instantaneous fuel consumption and range for remaining fuel
- Full dashboard console with open storage box, partial floor console with open storage box, partial overhead console with covered storage box
- Delayed/fade courtesy lights
- Service interval indicator
- Front side airbag with occupant sensors
- Six speaker(s)
- Plastic multi-function steering wheel with tilt adjustment and telescopic adjustment
- Tachometer
- Driver and passenger vanity mirror
- Ventilation system with micro filter
- Front seats and rear seats cup holders fixed
- Door ajar warning
- Door pockets/bins for driver seat, passenger seat and rear seats
- External temperature
- Floor mats
- Driver front airbag with multi-stage deployment, passenger front airbag with occupant sensors and multi-stage deployment
- Bucket driver seat with height adjustment, bucket passenger seat
- Height adjustable 3-point reel front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat with pre-tensioners
- Front seat center armrest
- Two height adjustable active head restraints on front seats, three height adjustable head restraints on rear seats
- Illuminated entry system
- Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 38.9, rear headroom (inches): 38.5, front hip room (inches): 55.9, rear hip room (inches): 54.6, front leg room (inches): 41.3, rear leg room (inches): 38.5, front shoulder room (inches): 56.9, rear shoulder room (inches): 56.0 and interior volume (cu ft): 100.9
- Low tire pressure indicator
- Remote power locks includes trunk/hatch and speed sensing
- Power steering
- Front power windows with one one-touch, rear power windows
- Front reading lights
- 3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side, passenger side and center side
- Rear seat center armrest
- Three asymmetrical split bench front facing reclining rear seats with fore/aft adjustment and zero adjustments tip/tumble
- Rear view mirror
- Steering wheel mounted remote audio controls

Thursday, May 6, 2010

The New Honda Vtec Car


Honda has been in India for over a decade and a half. During this period the car manufacturer has endeared itself to the Indian public and carved a special niche for itself in the automotive field. Honda manufactures a number of models but their City Zx model was the best and the people loved it.

However Honda has further refined the model and launched the V tec in place of the older city ZX. The car is built on the same platform as the earlier City. The old city is certainly a car to remember and one wonders how the new Vtec model will fare.People will want to know the dynamics of the car and how it compares with the older model.

The new Honda vtec is a feather in the cap of Honda. The car with 100 hp output (slightly lower than the earlier city) has certainly created a favorable impression. As far as looks is concerned the new Vtec model is not much different from the earlier model. The changes are cosmetic. The only addition is the rear fog lamp.There is a slight change in the front grill, otherwise body wise there is not much difference. The Vtec engine gives greater economy and power. It churns out 100Ps and is certainly not a slow runner on the highway. In addition it imparts economy to city driving.

The engine has the same capacity 1497 cc as the earlier model. But the power house has a SOHC (single overhead camshaft) configuration. Though this is not very conducive to engine efficiency the new Honda vtec churns out 100bhp at 5800rpm. It also has a maximum torque of 13.5kgm at 4800rpm. This results in the car outside being a little noisier.

The car is equipped with Airbag and EBD. Electronic Power Steering is standard to all models. It also has a Leather Gear Knob, Parking Brake handle and Steering Wheel as well as a new generation CD player. The VTEC has 15 inch alloy rims and a lower profile tire. The tyres give a good grip but wider tires would be needed on hill drives and curves.

The Vtec has an excellent transmission system and the gear ratios are very good. You can get a feel of the engine workmanship as the car can touch 100 km per hour just in the second gear. It can be exhilarating for a driver at the wheel. The chassis is solidly built and the car has all four disc brakes.

However the last word is that the Honda vtec has excellent dynamics and the steering makes the car easy to handle.The car costs a cool one hundred thousand rupees more than the earlier model. The deluxe version is even costlier. But then Honda has a name and one can certainly opt for buying it over the other cars in the market. You cannot be a loser when you buy a Honda vtec.

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

About the 2009 Honda Fit


Not many cars have stand out over the years and lots of reviewers chose the newly designed 2009 model of Honda Fit, which is a subcompact five-door hatchback। Regardless of its small size, auto writers are quite impressed of the Honda Fit's versatile cargo area and interior room। With the use of pulling a lever to open up a 57।3 cubic feet of load space while the seats on the rear fold flat. A number of storage compartments are considerately positioned right through the cabin and it also includes ten-cup holders. The Honda Fit seats are elevated for a more comfortable seating position where you get a better view from the outside. A few liked the longer front-seat cushions and the height adjustment, though. Standard safety equipment is also included in the car with the front-seat active ABS and head restraints and also the six airbags. The electronic stability control is just an option on the Sport model of Honda Fit with the navigation system package, which automatically adds a cost to the price of the sticker in comparison to the usual Honda Fit Sport. The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety names the 2009 Honda Fit one of the safest pick.

The Honda Fit 2009 model features a four-cylinder, 1।5-liter, 117-horsepower engine -- somewhat more powerful than the 2008 version। An automatic five-speed is just optional, while a manual five-speed gearbox is standard -- a benefit over the majority of small cars' automatic four-speed transmissions. While a lot of economy cars are said to be boring to drive, reviewers are quite amazed of the Honda Fit, they stated that the satisfactorily balanced car handles itself well, with receptive steering and a keen engine. It doesn't mean that it has excess power; lots of writers of cars talk about its lukewarm acceleration, particularly with the automatic transmission. Alternatively, the Honda Fit has a soft running four-cylinder, which is very competent, with ratings from EPA of 33-35 mpg in the highway and 27-28 mpg in the city. Drivers has tested this and reported a real-world mileage on goal with the estimates of the EPA. A few of the cons seen by reviewer on this model is that the ride can be tough over bumpy roads and a lot of disturbing engine and road noise can be heard inside the car.

The Fit though is not as reasonably priced as a lot of of its competitors, for example, the 2009 Nissan Versa, which is roomier or the 2009 Scion XD, which is more powerful. Amongst the group though, the Fit is considered the best one there is. It also holds its value much better than the other cars in comparison.

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Tuesday, February 16, 2010

The Honda S2000 Sports Car


The Honda S2000 is a two-door sports car manufactured by the Japanese automobile manufacturer, Honda, between 1999 and 2009. The S2000 was created to celebrate the manufacturers 50th anniversary. This article provides some information about the Honda S2000, its history, changes to specification and why you might want to buy one.

At the heart of all Honda automobiles are their engines and the engine designed for the Honda S2000 is a very special one indeed. Created using lightweight materials, the engine in the early S2000 sport scars are capable of revving up to 9000rpm, producing around 240hp. The early cars used a 1997cc engine mounted front-mid for optimum weight distribution. The VTEC unit in the Honda S2000 means that below 6000rpm the car is quite docile while driving through town but once you get above 6k the car springs to life with an eagerness to head to the red line as quick as possible. In S2000 terms this means a 0-60 sprint in around 6 seconds! The engine is mated to a manual gearbox with no option for automatic.

The Honda S2000 sports cars are available with two designs. The AP1 chassis was introduced in 1999 and ran until 2004 when the AP2 design started manufacture.

The AP1 Honda S2000 had remote central locking, airbags, cassette radio entertainment system and an immobilizer. From 2002 the model benefited from a heated rear screen and 2004 models were available in GT spec with hard top. From 2004 the car has heated mirrors, LED tail lights and an upgraded alarm system.

The AP2 Honda S2000 has remote central locking, airbags, electronic brake force distribution and ABS as standard on the later models.

Options:
If you buy a S2000 then you'll be pleased with the array options which come as standard on a S2000. The S2000 has leather seats available in a variety of colours including some two-tone shades.

From 2004 the GT specification comes with a hardtop as well as the folding roof to help keep you warm in the winter months. The hardtop has a glass heated rear screen.

Of course, all manufacturers produce a list of optional extras for your car and the S2000 benefits from an optional spoiler for extra racy looks, front and rear protectors and extra speakers for the hifi.

Colours:
The Honda S2000 is available in Berlina Black, Moon rock metallic grey, Silverstone Metallic Silver, Lime Green Metallic; Royal Navy Blue Pearl; Neuburgring Blue Metallic; New Formula Red; Monza Red Pearl; Imola Orange Pearl and New Indy Yellow Pearl. Popular colours for the Honda S2000 are the Neuburgring Blue, Moon rock and Silverstone metallic silver colours. Inside the cockpit, the leather seats are available in Red, Black and Tan, or blue for the Neuburgring coloured cars. Two-tone red-black seats are also available.

Size:
The Honda S2000 is approximately 4100mm long by 1750mm wide.

Running costs:
If your looking for a low cost runabout then you probably should be looking elsewhere. That nippy engine earns the Honda S2000 an insurance group 20 quote! Take it steady on the motorway and you could get upto 35mpg though combined cycle will get more like 28mpg. Also road tax could quite easily be between £200-£400 at time of writing. Servicing costs aren't too bad

Prices
The Honda S2000 has been around for quite a long time now and there are many higher mileage cars around the £5k area. A good well cared for model can be had for around £8-10K for an AP1 spec or £12k plus for an AP2. Prices are representative at the time of writing. Honda has an excellent reputation for reliability so buying an older car shouldn't represent too much of a risk when compared with other options.

Alternatives:
Around at the same time as the S2000 was the Mazda MX5 and Porsche Boxster 2-door open top sports cars. The little Mazda is a fun car to drive with an almost classical style and look dating back to cars of the 60's. The Porsche boxster is a highly accomplished sports car at the lower end of the Porsche range.

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Thursday, February 11, 2010

All-New 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour


Crossovers remain in demand, but some automakers are looking to take "car-like" to a whole new level. No longer are crossovers only providing a car-like ride , but more crossovers are also car-like in terms of styling.

Honda's all-new 2010 Crosstour, based on the Accord sedan, is the epitome of this new trend. Perhaps a bit more like a five door Accord wagon than true crossover vehicle, the Honda Crosstour is looking to compete against other hard-to-define CUVs like the Toyota Venza or Ford Flex.

The base Crosstour begins at $29,670 with fully-loaded four-wheel drive versions going well into the mid-$30,000 range. The higher-end models include attractive features such as Honda's easy to use voice-activated navigation and a rear view camera.

Interested buyers have only one engine to choose from, the Accord's 3.5-liter V6 that produces 271 horsepower. Mated to a smooth shifting five-speed automatic, customers at Honda Parts Warwick are particularly intrigued by the Crosstour's Variable Cylinder Management system which deactivates cylinders to improve fuel economy. Two-wheel drive models offer a commendable 18 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway.

Despite the Crosstour's increased size and weight, Manchester CT Honda Service notes it handles very closely to the Accord sedan, which is very good. Handling is crisp and compliant, just like the Accord sedan, but steering is moderately slower due to a different steering ratio setup. The crosstour is proof that the term "crossover" is used rather loosely these days, especially considering this vehicle only offers a modest six inches of ground clearance. That said, the Crosstour's available four wheel drive system should provide outstanding traction for inclement weather say Honda dealers Denver, but this is by no means a rugged off-roader. For those interested in a vehicle between the Honda CR-V and the Honda Pilot in terms of size, ruggedness, and price, the Honda Crosstour may be a good fit. If you're also considering a vehicle similar to the Toyota Venza, Subaru Outback, or Ford Flex, you should certainly look at the Crosstour as well.

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Monday, February 1, 2010

Best Fuel Efficient Cars for 2010


Over the last few years, the world has witnessed an emergence of numerous car models. It won't be wrong to say that today the level of competition has been increased and the market has got bombarded with different car models. Every new model being introduced in the auto market contains new features. Perhaps, today every car is acting as a luxury sedan and contains magnificent features that make it difficult for buyers to make a proper selection. However, the fuel efficiency has been one key feature that has always played a vital role in making the proper selection of a good car.

Today there are still many people who are looking for more economical and fuel efficient cars. In fact, if we carefully study the current scenario, the average person merely can't manage to pay for a vehicle that consumes to much fuel. Ultimately, the money spent in purchasing a car is more like an investment, and no body likes to make a wrong decision. That fact remains that along with the environment; there is one key factor that drives people to shop for cars that are not just environment friendly, but fuel efficient that in turn affects the budget as well. It doesn't matter whether you are purchasing a car for your daily commuting or excursions, you should have a car that suits your lifestyle and consumes less fuel. If you are planning to buy a fuel efficient car, here are some of the best models you can look for:

Honda Civic- EPA city/highway mileage: 26/34 (manual), 25/36 (automatic), 40/45 (hybrid)

For years, Honda Civic has been one of the most popular compact cars admired in Australia. Without doubt, today its popularity can be attributed to its steady high level of finish and luxury, but its fuel efficiency element cannot be ignored. In fact, when it comes to squeezing every last inch of motion out of a drop of gasoline, there cannot be any comparison. The current model is the best and the most fuel-efficient. If that isn't enough, there is another model of Honda, a hybrid version of the Civic as well as the super-green Civic GX, which can run on natural gas and requires no gasoline at all.

Ford Focus- EPA city/highway mileage: 24/35 (manual), 24/33 (automatic)

In terms of fuel efficiency and performance there cannot be any comparison to the Ford Focus. Designed by Ford's European division, this car model fuel economy trails a bit compared to Japanese compacts, but it's cheap to buy, and pleasing to drive. It is easy on your pocketbook when it comes to keeping the gas tank filled. A 13.5 gallon fuel tank usually allows you to travel almost 325 miles non-stop.

Mercedes-Benz E320 BLUETEC- EPA city/highway mileage: 23/32

There are very few cars in the world that can match the fuel efficiency of Mercedes-Benz E320 BLUETEC in terms of diesel powered cars. This model is the best answer who always thinks - a diesel car always consumes more fuel. In fact, if you get the chance to test-drive a Mercedes E320 BLUETEC then you must go for it. Its key feature of 3-liter V6 power plant offers an impressive power of a V8 with the fuel economy of a compact sedan.

Toyota Camry Hybrid- EPA city/highway mileage: 33/34

Toyota Camry Hybrid is one of the most affordable cars in the current scenario. In fact, it is one of the best models that feature rock-solid dependability, exceptional comfort along with better fuel economy at an economical price. Adding to this, it is one among those models that can offer an altogether conventional driving experience and features a bigger (2.4 litre) engine and conventional tires that makes it a fuel economical car.

Toyota Corolla- EPA city/highway mileage: 26/35 (manual), 27/35 (automatic) Today it won't be wrong to consider Toyota Corolla as one of the country's best-selling vehicles. It is in fact considered as one of the most remarkable economical cars in present context. It features impressive fuel economy with the volume-selling base 1.8-liter engine, and its ride is more compliant than the typical compact sedan's.

Today it is not that difficult to get the best car for your money that can save you fuel as well. All you need is proper research and to compare the fuel efficiency for the best deals on the car you want. Owning a car actually matters, and so it is better to make a selection considering the fuel efficiency factor.

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Saturday, January 30, 2010

The 2010 Honda Odyssey Review


The 2010 Honda Odyssey is the best upscale handling minivan around. The 2010 model is largely unchanged from the 2009 but has more advanced features and a significant styling difference. The Odyssey has had such an impact on buyers that it displaces the Dodge Grand Caravan as America's best selling Minivan and has high ratings from Kelly Blue Book and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

The 2010 Odyssey is the ultimate car for the family! The Odyssey comes in the LX, the EX, the EX-L, and Touring models. This car definitely makes the appropriate accommodations for spacing on the inside as the second row bucket seats and third row seats fold flat into a cargo-storage area in the floor. Need even more room? Also as a space saver, there are removable jump seats that slot in-between the second row pockets for a passenger capacity of eight. The car has a lot of cool new features including leather upholstery, tri-zone climate control, a sunroof, XM® Radio, Honda DVD Rear Entertainment System, and a Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ also with voice recognition and a rearview camera ( for those hard to back into areas). The new Odyssey also has a Homelink® remote system, Bluetooth® capabilities, a rearview mirror with rearview camera display, and as stated before, one-motion 60/40 split third-row Magic Seat® with in-floor storage.

Honda also decided to upgrade the Odyssey under the hood with cool new features. The car has a 3.5 Liter SOHC VTEC® V-6 engine with a 5 speed automatic transmission that produces 244horsepower. This engine is standard across the board, along with a Drive-by-Wire™ throttle system. However, exclusive to the EX-L and Touring versions, the car comes with Honda's Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®), which increases fuel economy.

The most impressive of the 2010 Odyssey is by far its Safety features. These key features include, Vehicle Stability Assist with traction control, an Anti-lock braking system, Electronic Brake Distribution, and driver's/front passenger's active head restraints. The car also has a plethora of airbag safety systems like, the dual-stage multiple-threshold front airbags, front side airbags with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System, and three-row side curtain airbags with rollover sensors. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration tested the cars frontal and side impact crash results and in conclusion gave the car 5-star frontal and side ratings.

Even Kelly Blue Book named the Odyssey as one of the ten best new family vehicles of 2009. Average pricing for the Odyssey are between $30,200 and $34,000.

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Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Top 10 Best Car Brand 2010


Here are the top 10 Best Car Brand this 2010 which is include satisfaction, durability and comfort for those who use this cars.

1. Toyota
2. Ford
3. Honda
4. Chevrolet
5. Volvo
6. Mercedes-Banz
7. BMW
8. Cadillac
9. Subaru
10. Lexus

Friday, September 18, 2009

The 2010 Honda Pilot


Honda calls its Pilot a crossover because it handles like a car but has the utility and rugged styling of an SUV. However you want to categorize it, the 2010 Honda Pilot is a practical, capable, spacious and plenty-powerful performer that perfectly suits a family with a large agenda but not necessarily a large budget.

One of the advantages of SUV's is their high seating position. This gives drivers a better view of the road ahead - especially if they're in line behind a lot of other SUVs. It also gives the driver a feeling of security. The Pilot adds to its confidence-inspiring image with a taut, but not harsh, suspension setup and precise steering feel. The Michelin LTX M/S tires on the test vehicle, which Honda loaned to us, are appropriately firm riding, but offer excellent snow grip and above-average traction in the mud and on wet pavement as well. Owners may find them a bit pricey when their tread wears thin but, if you like your Pilot, heat up the VISA card and buy exact duplicates.

The Pilot is plenty roomy, at least in the front two seating rows. We appreciated the large, center-mounted speedometer, but its silver-on-white markings forced us to rely on our Garmin nuvi navigation unit as a speedometer. Our Touring edition tester had too many controls on the center console for our tastes. The buttons are positioned perpendicular to the driver and are not easy to read.

When coupled with the navigation unit, Honda's rearview camera is one of the better we've experienced. Others lack a field of vision needed to clearly see bicyclists, pedestrians or cars approaching from the side. Models without the system project the rear video on the inside rearview mirror. We didn't get a chance to test this, but owner reports give the video-on-the-rearview mirror high marks. Important note: The rearview camera is an additional safety tool. An old-fashioned look over your shoulder, and a stroll behind your vehicle before boarding, are still required for safe backing.

There are eight seating positions in the Pilot. Unless the three in the third row are pre-schoolers, they're going to call it the penalty box. (Honda says the third row has the knee room of the average America. It failed to account for the fact that the average American's knees are connected to thunder thighs and an ample derriere.) Undoubtedly, parents will hear "Jacob always gets to ride in the middle row!" And will reply, "That's because Jake is five foot, eight inches tall and weighs 140 pounds even though he's in the sixth grade, and you're not. Sorry."

The second row offers plenty of room for two full-size adults. The center position on the second row has plenty of head- and legroom but its rock-hard seat cushion limits its usefulness for grownups. Consider the Pilot a four-seat vehicle with emergency space for four, full-size folks you might not really like anyway, or four favorite little ones. The Pilot is also easily pressed into service for trips to the home improvement store. The third and second rows fold almost flat and will accept four-foot-wide items. Both rows fold in a split arrangement.

The Pilot's 3.5-liter, 250-horse V6 is equipped with what Honda calls "variable cylinder management." In an effort to save a few ounces of gasoline, the engine automatically turns off up to three cylinders in low-load situations, such as when cruising along a flat or downhill highway. Auto writers freely toss around the word "seamless," but we didn't notice the Pilot had this feature until we checked the specs. Unfortunately, it doesn't give the Pilot a big boost in mileage: A 16-mpg city and a 22-mpg highway rating barely tops full-sized pickups that have engines almost twice as big and around 100 horsepower. Offsetting its modest mpg numbers, a 21.0-gallon tank makes the Pilot a strong cross-country cruiser.

The Pilot is available with all-wheel drive (AWD). Despite what the ad and press release writers imply, AWD will not (can not) help you retain cornering grip on slippery roads. AWD can only help you accelerate. Unless the directions to your house include "turn off the paved road and watch out for where the creek sometimes turns the road to mud," sticking with front-wheel drive will be just fine.

The Pilot is available in four model choices: The base LX, the mid-level EX, the extra-feature EX-L and the loaded Touring. The Pilot starts at just over $28,000 for the base LX model. The most expensive model, the Touring with all-wheel-drive tops $42,000. Like its Odyssey sibling, the Pilot is assembled in Alabama.

In the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) crash tests, the 2010 Pilot earned the highest rating - five stars - in every category except rollover, where it scored four stars. The 2009 Pilot earned the coveted Top Safety Pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), while the 2010 model has yet to be tested.

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The 2009 Honda Fit


The Honda Fit took the market by storm in 2001. It is referred to as the Honda Jazz in Europe and parts of Asia, the Middle East and select other parts of the world. The name Honda Fit is primarily used in China, Japan and the United States. The 2009 Honda Fit uses Global Small Car Platform and is considered a subcompact vehicle.

Listed as an entry level model, the Honda Fit is getting rave reviews for its excellent fuel economy. Now in it's second generation, Honda has given one of their most popular models a face lift so it seems.

Search engine hits for the 2009 Honda fit were through the roof in 2008 as car enthusiasts were excited to see what the new model would offer. Those who patiently waited have not been disappointed either.

Expanded interior room, powerful handling and an even more powerful engine then ever before are just a few of the new features that can be found. This in return increased the Honda Fit's length and width as compared to the previous years model.

Mixed emotions about restricted movements in the back seat were put to rest this year as well when extended leg room was added. Rear seating is still offering all its old tricks though, like raising the seat to form a cargo space.

Under that tiny hood you will find 1. 5 liter engine. The previous model also came standard with this same engine size, but 2009 saw a few changes. Among the most noticeable are the improvements to the iVTEC valve timing and the small increase in fuel efficiency. It is listed with an estimated 27 MPG fuel rating.

You every day run of the mill safety features were not left out, included are anti lock brakes, front and side curtain airbags and head restraints. New this year is the stability control system that can be added to the Fit Sport Model. The downfall to this was that it only comes packaged with the optional navigation system, one of the only complaints this car has seen in review.

Overall, this new model Honda Fit has rated very well. Evaluations and test drives of the vehicle have been extremely positive with very little disappointment. Some are looking for increased horsepower in up coming models but seem to be content with what Honda is offering at the moment. If your in the market for a fuel efficient small car then the Honda Fit is worth some looking in to.

About the Author
Andy Zain is the admin of Honda Fit Forums , a place where fans and owners can get the right information for tuning, customization and general discussions on anything about Honda Fit. Get the information you need when you visit Honda Forums

Thursday, September 3, 2009

The 2009 Honda CR-V


The 2009 Honda CR-V is the latest year 2009 version of the popular model from Honda. It is scored very highly and reviews, and is already been proven to be a very popular buy. It is also favoured amongst the insurance companies, meaning that you may also be able to save money on your insurance, making it an even more attractive opportunity.

There are many good points about this car, and although it hasn't been totally redesigned, it largely remains the same on the surface of the 2007 model. This could disappoint some buyers, at least those who are expecting something a little bit different and more up to date, but using a tried and tested method of building and quality, it is actually probably for the better.

For your money, you get an excellent car built to a very high quality standard from one of the best car companies in the world. In fact, many third party reviews of rated it in the top of the lists for those interested in buying an SUV.

The 2009 Honda CR-V also presents great value for money, and also manages to live up to an exceptional safety record, also getting 10 out of 10 for safety and reliability. It comes with an abundance of extra features as well which make it an even more attractive option to those enthusiastic motorists who want to get a decent family car or a touring car.

With this model you get a competent and very comfortable experience. Though the engine is not particularly powerful, it is more them powerful enough for the average user and the car is fun to drive and handles extremely well. With a very responsive set of controls, you won't be disappointed or find it difficult to handle and any respect.

The car is also extremely comfortable since it pays high attention to all sorts of details that are often overlooked by competing models. In addition, it also allows for the addition of a third row seat which is ideal for those with larger families. These extra features are definitely a welcome change, which will hopefully satisfied those who are a little bit disappointed with the lack of complete redesign.

Safety of course is one of the most important aspects as well and you can be sure that this car is amongst the safest out there. In a number of crash tests, this is come top of the lists of car safety, making it even better suited to a family car. The latest model from Honda is certainly an impressive and welcome product to the latest line of cars from Honda.

About the Author
Andy Zain is the admin of CR-V Forums , a place where fans and owners can get the right information for tuning, customization and general discussions on anything about Honda CR-V. Get the information you need when you visit Honda Forum

Sunday, August 30, 2009

The Honda S2000


It has not been not long since Honda announced that production would cease on the Honda S2000. The news was declared in January after poor sales continued to get worse.

The main and most successful marketplace for the S2000 was in America where it enjoyed great success in the early years. It was originally launched in 1999 to celebrate Honda's 50th anniversary. However, sales of the roadster began to dramatically fall in 2006 and the trend continued year on year.

Although poor sales justify the news from Honda, many believe that the S2000 is still one of the most entertaining and fun-to-drive roadsters around.

In particular the handing on the S2000 was often praised for being perfectly balanced. The little roadster almost gripped the road because of its fine balance. This little car was definitely designed to please the driver!
Honda are set to use the money saved from the S2000 to produce some more mainstream products. Rivals of the S2000 will be pleased production has ceased as the car was favored by many -- so if you're after a fun little roadster what do you go for now?

The Nissan 350z is an obvious choice. However, your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Nissan 350Z than the Honda because of its bigger tank -- so you wont be saving money at the pumps. Taller drivers will also far prefer the extra head room in the Nissan 350Z compared to the Honda -- which will make for a more comfortable ride.

Another down point on the Nissan is that it is massively more bulky than the S2000, which some people may dislike. Another contender is the slightly more pricey Porsche Boxster. The Boxster is a true sportscar with excellent horsepower. The Porsche certainly packs a punch and beats the Honda is this particular battle. On the down side, cars with more horsepower often qualify for higher insurance premiums.

Hondas are renowned for their reliability which is definitely a good thing to know if you're looking for a used Honda S2000 as you can rest assured knowing that its likely to keep running for years to come.

So if like lots of motorists across the world, you're disappointed that there wont be any new models being produced anymore you'll be pleased to know that there are plenty of used Honda S2000s available in used car dealerships across the country.

Lucy Penn is an online marketer and researcher who is currently researching used Honda S2000 in Northampton at http://www.carshop.co.uk/car-guides/view/50/used-honda

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