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Posted by Maria Palma in Auto Blog, Auto News, Honda on 03 1st, 2012 | Comments Off
For $11,500, It’s A Datshonda! [Nice Price Or Crack Pipe]
Putting a modern engine in an older car can either time-warp its performance, or point out the glaring faults of its remaining antiquated architecture. Today’s Nice Price or Crack Pipe Datsun 510 has received Honda’s peaky F20C as its motivator, but should its price be even higher...
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Posted by Horisly in Auto News, Honda, Hybrids on 02 29th, 2012 | Comments Off
Test complete video: 2012 Honda CR-V
After seeing what happened to the redesigned-for-2012 Honda Civic , we were worried about the 2012 redesign of the CR-V . Turns out the big-selling small SUV managed to escape the low-scoring fate of the unimpressive Civic update. We bought a CR-V EX AWD to test here at the Consumer Reports...
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Posted by in Auto News, Honda, Hybrids on 02 29th, 2012 | Comments Off
Test complete video: 2012 Honda CR-V
After seeing what happened to the redesigned-for-2012 Honda Civic , we were worried about the 2012 redesign of the CR-V . Turns out the big-selling small SUV managed to escape the low-scoring fate of the unimpressive Civic update. We bought a CR-V EX AWD to test here at the Consumer Reports test track...
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Posted by in Auto News, GM, Honda on 02 28th, 2012 | Comments Off
2012 Annual Auto Issue: The grades are in, Consumer Reports releases its automaker report cards
Riding a wave of impressive redesigned models in the last few years, Subaru for the first time has earned the top score in Consumer Reports automaker report cards for 2012. Meanwhile, Honda, which had been the perennial winner for the past four years, slipped two points to fourth place among 13 major...
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Posted by Maria Palma in Auto News, GM, Honda on 02 28th, 2012 | Comments Off
2012 Annual Auto Issue: The grades are in, Consumer Reports releases its automaker report cards
Riding a wave of impressive redesigned models in the last few years, Subaru for the first time has earned the top score in Consumer Reports automaker report cards for 2012. Meanwhile, Honda, which had been the perennial winner for the past four years, slipped two points to fourth place among 13 major...
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Posted by in Auto News, Honda, Hybrids on 02 28th, 2012 | Comments Off
2012 Annual Auto Issue: Consumer Reports names its 2012 Top Picks
As the competition grows stronger with each passing year, it has been increasingly difficult for a single automaker to dominate Consumer Reports’ annual Top Picks list. This year, Toyota is the first brand to earn half of the top 10 spots in nearly a decade. The redesigned Toyota Camry Hybrid...
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Posted by Horisly in Auto News, Honda, Hybrids on 02 28th, 2012 | Comments Off
2012 Annual Auto Issue: Consumer Reports names its 2012 Top Picks
As the competition grows stronger with each passing year, it has been increasingly difficult for a single automaker to dominate Consumer Reports’ annual Top Picks list. This year, Toyota is the first brand to earn half of the top 10 spots in nearly a decade. The redesigned Toyota Camry Hybrid...
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Posted by Horisly in Auto News, Honda on 02 28th, 2012 | Comments Off
Now online: Consumer Reports’ 2012 Annual Auto Issue
Once a year, Consumer Reports dedicates a full issue to cars, compiling our latest ratings, reliability data, and expert insights into a single magazine. This special edition is now available online, and it will reach subscriber mailboxes and newsstands in the days ahead. What you won’t find in...
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Posted by Horisly in Acura, Auto News, Honda on 02 27th, 2012 | Comments Off
Pricing: 2013 Acura RDX to start at $34,320
The 2013 RDX crossover SUV will go on sale at Acura dealerships with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price starting at $34,320, Acura announced today. Slated to be available this spring, the Acura RDX remains the premium rendition of the Honda CR-V, just with the turbocharged four-cylinder engine...
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Posted by Admin in Acura, Audi, Auto News, BMW, Honda, Mercedes on 02 26th, 2012 | Comments Off
2012 Annual Auto Issue: Best cars for braking
Good brakes are critical for controlling a car and avoiding accidents. In our tests, we measure dry and wet braking to assess how each vehicle compares to its competition, and we find there can be significant variation from the best to the worst performers. To measure how cars do in this important test...
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Posted by Admin in Auto News, Dodge, Honda, Hybrids on 02 25th, 2012 | Comments Off
2012 Annual Auto Issue: Best and worst cars for fuel economy
Facing the double whammy of a stressed economy and high gasoline prices, drivers are feeling pain at the pump and in their wallets. When it comes time to buy a replacement car, it is no surprise drivers are placing a priority on fuel efficiency. Fortunately, there is an increasing number of choices...
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Posted by Maria Palma in Auto News, general, Honda on 02 24th, 2012 | Comments Off
Jeep Grand Cherokee fire investigation shows how accident statistics are open to interpretation
Fires in older Jeep Grand Cherokees have resulted in hundreds of deaths since the SUVs rolled out in 1993, and dramatic incidents involving fire continue to occur. Since reporting last month , we have dug into the statistics, and gained more insights into the real risks. Until 2004, Grand Cherokees...
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Posted by Admin in Auto Blog, Auto News, Honda on 02 24th, 2012 | Comments Off
Grandma, I Love You, But You’re Too Old To Drive [Car Safety]
Last week, my grandmother fell in her kitchen and had to be rushed off to the emergency room. Her already poorly functioning legs now hurt more than usual, so it’s impossible for her to slide in and out of her new Honda Civic — let alone drive. But even before the fall, her driving skills...
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Posted by Dahcredyns in Honda, Hybrid Cars, Hybrids on 02 24th, 2012 | Comments Off
It’s never made more sense to buy a hybrid or electric car
Time to take the cover off hybrid and EV sales in 2012 And hybrids and plug-ins will probably only make more sense heading into the future Thanks to Chevy Volt carpool lane access, the Volt is actually a pretty good deal in California. Coupled with state and federal incentives and smart charging the...
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Posted by Maria Palma in Acura, Audi, Auto Blog, Auto News, Honda on 02 23rd, 2012 | Comments Off
2013 Acura RDX Crossover Pricing Announced, Up Slightly from 2012
Acura has announced pricing for the second-gen RDX , which debuted for real at the 2012 Chicago auto show . The more mature-looking RDX offers a new six-speed automatic transmission, a 3.5-liter V-6 with 33 more horsepower than the outgoing model’s turbo four, and active dampers. It rides on a...
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