VW Is Launching A New EV Truck Brand. Its Dealers Are Pissed They Might Get Cut Out
InsideEVs
APRIL 22, 2024
Honda's Afeela brand with Sony faces the same problem: dealers who don't want direct sales, now or ever.
Honda dealers want to be a part of Honda’s newest venture
Teslarati
OCTOBER 15, 2022
The Honda Sony JV has attracted interest from U.S. Honda dealerships that want to be part of the buying process of the vehicles. While this may counter the trend of automotive startups relying on direct-to-consumer (DtC) sales models, Honda dealers argue that they play a critical role.
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Survey: Dealers think Biden is moving too fast on EVs
Baua Electric
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Dealers think the Biden administration’s EV policies are forcing the auto industry to move ahead of market demand, according to a new Automotive News survey. The publication’s 2024 Dealer Outlook Survey compiled responses from 208 U.S. car dealers and dealership managers. billion on EV infrastructure.
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Nissan is Readying a Slew of New Products to Boost Sales and Profitability
The Truth About Cars
APRIL 25, 2024
Nissan sales have languished in recent times, but the automaker has a turnaround plan that leans on improved products that will debut over the next several months. Automotive News obtained information from a recent Nissan dealer meeting that includes outlines for an updated Murano, Rogue, armada, and more.
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Honda launches new environmental leadership award “Green Dealer” program for Honda and Acura dealers in US
Green Car Congress
APRIL 19, 2012
American Honda Motor Co, Inc. has established a “Green Dealer” program for its independently-owned Honda and Acura automobile dealers in the United States. Consumers who are interested in locating a Honda Environmental Leadership Award winning dealer can visit the Honda.com site for more information.
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Nissan Rental Sales: The Altima Might Remain the Fastest Car on the Road
The Truth About Cars
MARCH 6, 2024
Whether it’s the Altima or Rogue, Nissan has long relied heavily on fleet sales, and the company’s most recent sales numbers show that the habit hasn’t died yet. A whopping 44 percent of its February 2024 sales, or around 40,000 vehicles, went to fleets , so get ready to be a temporary Nissan driver the next time you rent a car.
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Honda Hybrid, Honestly: Electrified Civic Returning in 2024
The Truth About Cars
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Appealing to customers who’d like a dose of electrons with their new Civic – or, perhaps more likely, appeasing dealers whining about the existence of a Corolla Hybrid, the crew at Honda is rolling out an electrified variant of the popular Civic next year. & [Image: Honda] Become a& TTAC insider.
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California made up a third of all U.S. BEV sales in 2023
Teslarati
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
California battery-electric vehicle (BEV) sales made up more than a third of all BEV sales in the U.S. last year, ahead of the state’s sales ban on new gas cars set for 2035. percent of BEV sales across the U.S. percent of new vehicle sales in the state, dropping off by about 7.7 percent from the prior year.
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Road Test: 2024 Honda Civic Hatchback Sport Touring
Clean Fleet Report
FEBRUARY 18, 2024
Completely redesigned in 2022, the 2024 Honda Civic Hatchback continues with handsome styling that forgoes sharp edges and a busy design for a more mature and finished look that hints Euro. The quick take is the 2024 Honda Civic Hatch 1.5T Standard on the LX and Sport, the 2.0-liter Zero-to-60 times around 7.4
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Honda will get its mojo again forward of time table
Baua Electric
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Honda initiatives that the marketplace as a complete will similar 2023 at 15.7 It’s unknown, Woelfer mentioned, when the trade will have the ability to go back to annual gross sales of 17 million cars. The automobile trade closed 2019 with gross sales of 17.1 A resurgence in fleet gross sales helps gasoline enlargement.
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Honda Prologue all-electric SUV teased prior to 2024 release date
Teslarati
MAY 18, 2022
Honda teased the introduction of its all-electric Prologue sport utility vehicle today, which will be the company’s first BEV sold in the United States. Prologue was designed at the Honda Design Studio in Los Angeles in collaboration with a Honda design team in Japan.” ” (Honda). ” (Honda).
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Honda establishes Marine Science Foundation
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 8, 2017
Inspired by the Japanese concept of sato-umi —the convergence of land and sea where human and marine life can harmoniously coexist—Honda has established the Honda Marine Science Foundation , a new initiative to address marine ecosystem restoration and the impact of humans and climate change on oceans and intertidal areas.
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EV sales near 8% of US new vehicle market
Baua Electric
JANUARY 31, 2024
EV sales will reach 8.0% The market share of EVs won’t increase dramatically over the previous month, as automakers, dealers, and consumers digest new federal tax credit rules brought on by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) that went into effect with the start of the year, analysts anticipated. The sales trends in both the U.S.
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2018 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid starts at $34,290 with 47-mile range
Green Car Reports
NOVEMBER 17, 2017
The 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid will start at a recommended price of $34,290 including delivery, making it the least expensive plug-in hybrid sedan on the market this year. Honda says it will go on sale December 1, and it will be offered at all Honda dealers in the U.S. buyers can choose between two.
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2018 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid rated at 47 miles of range
Green Car Reports
SEPTEMBER 11, 2017
While there will be three distinct powertrains offered in the Honda Clarity mid-size sedan, most U.S. shoppers will only ever see one of them on sale. That's the plug-in hybrid, which will go on sale "later this year" as the sole Clarity to be offered at all Honda dealers.
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Kelley Blue Book: New-vehicle prices hit record high in November; average new EV price $65,041
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 13, 2022
Sales volumes in November were up year over year by more than 11%, but down from October. The elevated prices and high loan rates are likely putting downward pressure on sales. Strong luxury vehicle sales have been a primary reason for overall elevated new-vehicle prices. of total sales in November from 17.8% in October.
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Honda to launch electric-two wheelers in India by 2024
Electric Vehicles India
MARCH 29, 2023
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has announced its plans to launch electric two-wheelers in India next year. Next year, Honda will introduce two electric scooters in India, one of which will be an upgraded Activa. Honda aims to provide 10 electric scooters in its lineup over the next five years.
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Seattle Honda Dealer Adopts Tesla & Apple Sales Elements, Learns Lessons
Green Car Reports
APRIL 9, 2015
Tesla Motors'' direct online sales model has led to state-by-state battles with franchised dealers and their lobbyists. While Tesla works to sell its electric cars in as many states as possible, dealers decry direct sales as a threat to healthy competition and a danger to consumers.
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UC Davis ITS study suggests hastening consumer adoption of plug-ins will require innovation on the sales side
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 12, 2014
A study by researchers at the Institute of Transportation Studies, UC Davis finds that buyers of plug-in vehicles (PEVs) are substantially less satisfied with the dealer purchase experience than buyers of conventional vehicles—with the notable exception of Tesla buyers. In some cases, dealers outright discouraged PEV purchases.
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Honda adds 2014 Civic Hybrid and Natural Gas to US 2014 Civic lineup
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 5, 2014
Honda is adding the 2014 Civic Hybrid and Civic Natural Gas models to its 2014 Civic lineup in the US. The 2014 Honda Civic Hybrid has an improved EPA rating of 44/47/45 mpg city/highway/combined (5.3/5.0/5.2 The 2014 Civic Hybrid is on-sale today with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) starting at $24,635.
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Honda begins installation of solar power generation systems at automobile dealership locations in Japan
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 5, 2012
Honda Motor Co., has installed a 9 kW-capacity solar power generation system at the Adachi Odai location of the Honda Cars Tokyo Chuo dealer network. Honda has been installing solar power generation systems at Honda operations in Japan. Furthermore, Honda is planning to install a 2.6-megawatt
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Honda Insight Hybrid Production To End
Green Car Reports
FEBRUARY 26, 2014
The Honda Insight hybrid is no more. That''s the confirmation from Honda itself, as slow sales prompt the Japanese automaker to end production of its flagship hybrid. According to Bloomberg, Honda informed dealers back in November that Insight production would stop this month, and asked them to stop taking orders on the model.
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Honda Manufacturing of Indiana starts production of 2012 Civic Natural Gas model
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 12, 2011
Honda Manufacturing of Indiana, LLC (HMIN) marked the start of mass production of the all-new 2012 Civic Natural Gas as it moves to increase production of the alternative-fuel Civic to support an expanding network of certified Civic Natural Gas dealers across the US. Earlier post.). in city driving and 5.5
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Honda to begin leasing Clarity fuel cell vehicle in California by year end; targeting <$500/month
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 21, 2016
Auto Show, Honda said that it will begin retail leasing of the new 5-passenger, hydrogen-powered Clarity Fuel Cell sedan ( earlier post ) to customers in select California markets before the end of 2016. Honda expects to price the Clarity Fuel Cell at around $60,000 with a targeted monthly lease under $500. At Washington, D.C.
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Honda begins taking orders for NSX hybrid supercar in Japan; starting at US$236,000
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 25, 2016
Honda Motor Co., Honda is targeting sales of 100 units in the first year. Honda is targeting sales of 100 units in the first year. The purchase and servicing of the all-new NSX will be supported by “NSX Performance Dealers” which are selected from the existing Honda Cars network throughout Japan.
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SUVs power best-ever February, India PV Inc set for 4.25 million sales in FY2024 | Autocar Professional
Baua Electric
MARCH 1, 2024
Sales in the leap-month of February 2024 have leaped to an all-time high – estimated at over 370,000 units and an 11% year-on-year growth (February 2023: 334,790 units). The high level of wholesales / dispatches to dealer showrooms across India will propel India Passenger Vehicle Inc to a best-ever fiscal. million units. million PVs.
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52 Honda discontinuing Civic Hybrid, Civic natural gas model, Accord plug-in hybrid; new BEV, PHEV models coming
Green Car Congress
JUNE 15, 2015
Due in part to Honda’s ability to advance fuel economy through conventional engine technology, the Civic lineup will no longer include a hybrid or a natural gas model, according to John Mendel, Executive Vice President, Automobile Division American Honda Motor Co., Honda currently is selling the MY 2014 Accord Plug-in Hybrid.
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Honda Motorcycle is all set to foray into EV segment next year
Electric Vehicles India
OCTOBER 25, 2021
Honda Motorcycle is all set to foray into EV segment next year . Honda Motorcycle a leading and well-known two-wheeler manufacturer and Scooter India (HMSI) is all set to launch its first electric product in India in the next financial year. Honda Motor Company, Ltd. It will test an electric two-wheeler on Indian roads.
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April auto gross sales defy financial hesitancy
Baua Electric
MAY 5, 2023
Chris Hopson, most important analyst at S&P World Mobility, stated the “unsteadiness” within the economic system shall be mirrored in auto gross sales, and volatility is most probably within the coming months. Honda Motor Co., Honda posted its greatest achieve since June 2021 with a 25 p.c building up in April.
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Road Test: 2022 Honda Civic Sedan 1.5T Touring
Clean Fleet Report
OCTOBER 23, 2021
The 2022 Honda Civic sedan has been completely redesigned–and for many that will be a good thing. Honda’s best-selling passenger car–and their second best-selling model behind only the CR-V crossover–will not lose any sales with this newly designed sedan and hatchback. Honda bumps up mpg & power. Two Engine Choices.
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Honda EV concepts, Kia electric vans, Vinfast pickup concept, Hertz dumps EVs: The Week in Reverse
Baua Electric
JANUARY 13, 2024
At CES in Las Vegas, the Honda Saloon and Space-Hub concepts provided a head-turning first look at the automaker’s 0 Series (Zero Series) EVs set to launch starting in 2026. Which company spent more of its CES presentation talking about gaming, TV, and movies than the EV it’s helping make?
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Tesla is poised to overtake Toyota as California’s top carmaker
Teslarati
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Data from the California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA) reveals that the Model 3, Tesla’s second-best-selling vehicle, surpassed the Toyota Camry in sales last year. A look at the sales trend in California would show that Toyota is seeing a decline as Tesla is growing its market share.
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Hyundai, Kia U.S. gross sales go eleventh directly pace
Baua Electric
JULY 1, 2023
light-vehicle gross sales rose for the eleventh consecutive pace in June at Hyundai and Kia, helped via emerging inventories and extra beneficiant reductions join to July 4 sleep promotions. At Kia, June gross sales rose 8 % to 70,495, capping a primary 1/2 that produced document deliveries of 394,333, up 18 %. 4 dealer within the U.S.
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52 Honda develops process to reuse rare earth metals extracted from old NiMH batteries for new NiMH batteries for hybrid vehicles
Green Car Congress
MARCH 3, 2013
Honda Motor Co., Honda has been extracting an oxide containing rare earth metals from used nickel-metal hydride batteries at the plant of Japan Metals & Chemicals Co., Honda has been extracting an oxide containing rare earth metals from used nickel-metal hydride batteries at the plant of Japan Metals & Chemicals Co.,
Honda to Begin Sales of CR-Z and Fit Hybrids in Japan in 2010
Green Car Congress
JULY 13, 2009
Honda Motor Co., confirmed plans to begin sales in Japan of the CR-Z sporty hybrid model in February 2010 and Fit Hybrid before the end of 2010. The Prius is in second place for the same period in Japan, with 51,410 units, according to data from the Japan Automobile Dealers Association. Earlier post.).
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India: Sales of Electric Scooters & Motorcycles: December 2022
Plug In India
JANUARY 6, 2023
By Kamlesh & Karthikeyan Palanisamy Electric Two Wheeler Sales increased by 103 % in December 2022. The EV 2-wheelers accounted for 6 % of the overall two wheeler sales in December. This increase even though overall sales of EV's dropped slightly the drop in ICE two wheeler sales was even steeper. What a shame!
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The Six People You Meet In the Car Business
The Truth About Cars
APRIL 29, 2023
Many of them defied stereotypes: I met car sales people who were honest, ethical and hardworking. I first met& “Perry” at a Honda dealership& in Louisiana in 1986. A rotund enthusiastic person, Perry was one of the best sales people I’d ever seen. I’m not talking about the normal jealously by other sales people here.
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VinFast’s unutilized gross sales means has U.S. automotive sellers wary however
Baua Electric
AUGUST 17, 2023
The unutilized hybrid gross sales plan is simply any other problem and the posh carmaker is already chatting with sellers. “There is too much value extracted by serving dealers. Honda Motor Co. “Dealers are entrepreneurial and they’re risk-takers,” he stated. “Sales people love to be sold.”
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Honda CR-Z Hybrid Coupe Gets Huge Sales Incentive
Green Car Reports
JULY 9, 2015
Dealers are now apparently looking for way to purge substantial inventories of the Honda CR-Z hybrid coupe, leading to suspicions that the model may be starting to enter its death throes. Honda announced its July incentives this week, but the CR-Z turns out to receive a major discount that goes unadvertised.
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60 Lux Research: Toyota, Daimler, Honda leading auto OEMs for self-driving cars; innovative business models key
Green Car Congress
JUNE 21, 2016
Although every major automotive company has announced plans for a car with self-driving capabilities, only five carmakers—Daimler, Honda, Hyundai, Toyota and Volvo—earn a positive take in Lux Research’s analysis of OEMs’ autonomous vehicle efforts. The future lies in mobility services. Intelligence service.
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Honda Insight Hybrid: The Least-Wanted Car In America?
Green Car Reports
APRIL 15, 2015
Automakers and their dealers know that when a vehicle is updated, redesigned, or discontinued, the last lagging examples of the old model may sit on lots for months, perhaps even years. So it appears to be with the Honda Insight, the subcompact mild hybrid hatchback that the company discontinued after the 2014 model year.
September Auto Sales Plunge in Aftermath of Cash for Clunkers; SAAR at 9.2M units, LDV Sales Down 41% from August, Hybrid Sales Down 48%
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 5, 2009
Reported hybrid sales by month. In the aftermath of the summer sales boom fueled by the US Cash for Clunkers program, September 2009 light duty vehicles sales dropped back to pre-incentive lows. With 745,997 cars and light duty trucks sold in September, according to Autodata, sales were down 22.7% American Honda Motor Co.,
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