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Honda dealers want to be a part of Honda’s newest venture

Teslarati

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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Second Honda dealership achieves grid-neutral status

Green Car Reports

If you're planning on buying a green car, have you ever wondered if you'll be making the purchase at a green dealership? Honda has made some efforts in that direction with its "green dealer" program.

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Polk: 35% of hybrid owners buying hybrids again

Green Car Congress

While the selection of hybrid models in the US has more than doubled since 2007, only 35% of hybrid vehicle owners choose to purchase a hybrid again when returning to market in 2011, according to recent analysis by Polk. As an example, the Honda Civic is the second most cross-shopped vehicle among both Toyota Prius and Honda Insight shoppers.

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Vinfast updates troubled VF 8 EV—with Sony entertainment

Baua Electric

Sony is in the process of launching its own Afeela EV brand in partnership with Honda, but in the meantime the company’s new in-car entertainment app is debuting in the Vinfast VF 8 electric SUV. Created under the Sony Honda Mobility joint venture, it’s scheduled to launch in 2026. Despite U.S.

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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

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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Who will be in the driver’s seat?

Electric Auto Association

Women may soon become the leaders in EV purchasing. She’s also been part of a decisive minority when it comes to electric vehicle (EV) purchases. She’s also been part of a decisive minority when it comes to electric vehicle (EV) purchases. From there, the couple leased a Mercedes B-Class Electric, followed by a Honda Clarity EV.

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California Energy Commission awards more than $8.5M to bring natural gas- and propane-powered vehicles to California

Green Car Congress

To make the Energy Commission’s buy-down program as efficient and simple as possible, the incentive reservations are awarded in blocks to vehicle manufacturers or their designated dealers. Arata Equipment Company (San Carlos, California) is awarded $884,000 for the buy-down of 34 vehicles manufactured by American LaFrance.