Hybrids will dominate Honda’s future as opposed to diesel

The Civic San Francisco dealer is very excited about Honda’s recent announcement that they plan on making hybrids nearly as affordable as gas-powered cars and they plan on putting lithium batteries in the Civic Hybrid and Honda’s other hybrids. Also, Honda plans on increasing hybrid production in small and large cars and introduce new  Acura luxury hybrids. They plan on releasing these new models, within the next two to three years.  Honda says that the new lithium ion batteries will be produced with Honda’s joint-venture partner, GS Yuasa Corp., starting in the second half of this year.

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Limited Edition Honda Civic has flashy curb appeal

Civic San Francisco is looking forward to the arrival of the special edition Civic Type R MUGEN 200. This special edition model is based on the three-door European model and has unique body parts, badging and wheels that gives  it a flashy new look that makes it stand out from the standard Civic Type R. This new limited edition model was made in celebration of their 2010 (BTCC) British Touring Car Championship racing efforts. Only 200 models of the  special edition Civic Type R Mugen 200 will be made and this vehicle will start selling in the U.K in April. There is no word yet on if this model will be coming to a Civic San Francisco dealer anytime soon.

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Honda will use hybrid technology rather than diesel in future cars

Hybrid cars began as an innovative new technology geared toward the environmentally friendly and people with a short commute. However recently due to the state of the environment and the economical downturn Hybrids have become much more popular. Many are recognizing Hybrid automobiles for what they really are, the wave of the future. Honda has been developing hybrids for some time now but it seems they have rededicated themselves to this idea completely. … Continue Reading

L.A. is home to Honda’s new solar hydrogen station

Attention energy conscious vehicle owners: have you been wishing and hoping for a way to refuel your car without much hassle, while still remaining environmentally friendly? The Honda FCX Clarity fuel-cell car just might be the answer. Thanks to Honda, energy conscious vehicle owners will be able to refuel their cars by harnessing solar power with the FCX Clarity using Soltec panels developed by Honda. And here’s the best part: FCX Clarity owners will not have to leave their house to refuel their cars… … Continue Reading