Bad news comes from Honda. The company has decided to recall a total of 646,000 vehicles including Honda’s Jazz/Fit and City. These small car models could be fitted with a defective master switch, which could allow water to leak through. If water comes in contact with the power window switch, it could potentially lead to a fire. The recall includes all Honda’s Jazz/Fit and City sold in North and South America, Europe, South Africa and Asia, but excludes vehicles sold in Japan. [LeftLaneNews]
Honda has started to operate its next generation solar hydrogen station prototype at the Los Angeles Center of Honda R&D America. This fuel station is smaller than its predecessor, so it can be installed in any garage. The new Honda Solar Hydrogen Station is capable of producing enough hydrogen (0.5kg) through an 8-hour overnight fill which is enough for the average daily commute (roughly 10,000 miles annually) for each fuel cell electric vehicle. [FarEastGizmos]
Honda has showcased the all new 2011 CR-Z Sport Hybrid Coupe at the Detroit Auto Show. Available in two different trim levels: CR-Z and CR-Z EX, this new hatchback is powered by a 1.5-liter i-VTEC engine with Honda’s compact and lightweight Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) hybrid-electric system, and comes with a new three-mode drive system which includes: Sport, Econ and Normal driving modes. Meanwhile, the engine is paired to either a six-speed manual transmission or Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). [GlobalMotors]
Honda will release the limited number Civic Type R Euro in Japan. Only 2,010 units will be available for sale in Japan. Manufactured in the United Kingdom by Honda of the UK Manufacturing Ltd, the car is powered by a 2.0-liter i-VTEC engine that generates 237 hp, and features an improved chassis and a new braking system. The Civic Type R Euro is a premium sports model built for mature customers who enjoy exciting driving performance together with a refined ride. [FarEastGizmos]
Honda has unveiled the pricing information for its 2010 Accord Crosstour, which is a competitor to the Toyota Venza. The front-wheel-drive Crosstour EX is priced at $29,670, meanwhile the EX-L sells for $32,570. The all-wheel-drive package is only available with the EX-L model, starting at $34,020. The 2010 Crosstour is powered by Honda’s 3.5L i-VTEC V6 engine that generates 271 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 254 pound-feet of torque at 5,000 rpm. [LeftLaneNews]
The journalist over at Autocar has made a review video of the new Honda Civic Type R MUGEN. As a reminder, the car is powered by a 2.0-liter i-VTEC engine that generates 237 hp, and features an improved chassis and a new braking system. Watch the video after the break. More»
