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MARCH 1, 2014

Annual sales of the second-generation Honda Insight. Data: Honda. Honda announced that while the US model Insight will be available at dealerships in the US through the end of the year, production of the hybrid will end in summer 2014. of total Honda sales in the US for that year. of total sales.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2016

Honda Motor Co., will begin sales of an affordably-priced hybrid version as well as the newly refreshed gasoline-powered version of the Honda Odyssey and Odyssey Absolute premium minivans on Friday, 5 February, at dealerships across Japan. The hybrid is a new addition to the Odyssey lineup. Earlier post.)

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Minivan Honda Japan Hybrid 150

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DECEMBER 1, 2014

Honda Motor Co., has begun sales of the all-new Grace hybrid sedan at dealerships across Japan. The Grace is equipped with Honda’s Sport Hybrid i-DCD one-motor hybrid system that enables the driver to start in EV mode and realizes fuel economy of 34.4 Honda Grace. km/L (81 mpg US or 2.9

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Japan Honda Hybrid Sale 240

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JULY 7, 2018

Honda’s latest addition to its PCX series of scooters is the PCX HYBRID, the world’s first mass-produced motorized scooter (125cc or less) equipped with a motorcycle hybrid system. Sales begin in Japan in September.

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MAY 15, 2015

Honda Motor Co., has begun sales of the all-new Honda SHUTTLE. compact wagon and hybrid at dealerships across Japan. liter direct-injection DOHC i-VTEC engine and CVT, while the hybrid version is equipped with the SPORT HYBRID i-DCD. The hybrid version realizes top-in-class level fuel economy of 34.0

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Japan Honda Hybrid Sale 150

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APRIL 19, 2017

Honda staged the world premiere of the new CR-V Hybrid at Auto Shanghai 2017. The CR-V Hybrid is equipped with the Honda Sport Hybrid i-MMD two-motor hybrid system ( earlier post ). The CR-V Hybrid is scheduled to go on sale in China in the second half of 2017 from Dongfeng Honda Automobile Co.,

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DECEMBER 19, 2017

Honda will unveil the Honda Insight Prototype at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January as the precursor to the new third-generation 2019 Honda Insight—an upscale, stylish five-passenger sedan positioned above the Civic in Honda’s passenger car lineup. L/100 km).

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Insight Honda Detroit Hybrid 150

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

2014 Honda Accord Hybrid. Honda has begun US production of the 2014 Accord Hybrid ( earlier post ), which will carry an EPA fuel economy rating of 50 mpg (4.7 The EPA rating is 1 mpg higher than Honda had originally anticipated for the hybrid (49 mpg). Honda developed the 2.0L

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MPG Honda 2014 EPA 230

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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., Sales of the Civic Hybrid were down 10.2%

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AUGUST 19, 2013

2014 Honda Accord Hybrid Click to enlarge. Honda’s new 2-motor MY 2014 Accord Hybrid, built with the rest of the Accord lineup in a Honda plant in Marysville, Ohio, will go on sale in the US in October. Honda anticipates the new Accord Hybrid will obtain an EPA fuel economy rating of 49/45/47 mpg US (4.8,

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APRIL 21, 2016

Honda announced that the upcoming Clarity Fuel Cell ( earlier post ) will be joined by two additional electrified variants, the Clarity Electric and Clarity Plug-in Hybrid, launching in the US in 2017. In addition to the Clarity series, a reengineered 2017 Accord Hybrid will go on-sale this spring.

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APRIL 17, 2013

At SAE World Congress in Detroit, Honda engineers presented several papers on the development of the new Accord plug-in hybrid, describing work on the new gasoline engine (which will also be featured in the coming full hybrid version of the Accord), and the development of the new two-motor system. Honda developed the 2.0L

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JUNE 21, 2013

Honda Motor Co., has introduced the new Accord Hybrid in Japan. Featuring the new Sport Hybrid i-MMD (intelligent Multi-Mode Drive) powertrain, the Accord Hybrid offers fuel economy of 30.0 The company also introduced the Accord Plug-in Hybrid, with fuel economy (gasoline plus electricity) of 70.4

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Teslarati

JANUARY 30, 2024

During the General Motors (GM) 2023 earnings call held this week, CEO Mary Barra said the company will be bringing plugin hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) to North America—despite still being committed to going all-electric by 2035. If enacted, these rules would mean EVs would need to account for two-thirds of new vehicle sales in the U.S.

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Plugin GM Hybrid Market 112

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DECEMBER 9, 2020

In a new report—“ Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle Markets 2021-2041 ”—IDTechEx forecasts that market value for hybrid electric vehicles will peak at $792 billion in 2027. The European car market is expected to see a significant drop in sales for 2020 due to COVID-19 related shutdowns.

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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 non-turbo 4-cylinder and CVT, fuel economy estimates are 31 mpg city/40 highway/35 combined.

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OCTOBER 11, 2014

With alternative fuel vehicles now approaching 1% of new vehicle production, however, they are in fact beginning to have a “ measurable and meaningful impact ” on overall new vehicle fuel economy and CO 2 emissions. In the analysis, EPA uses overall fuel economy in mpg equivalent (mpge) and tailpipe CO 2 emission values.

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Fuel Economy EPA PHEV Economy 312

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OCTOBER 27, 2011

Honda Motor Co., introduced the newly refreshed Insight hybrid model, accompanied by the new Insight Exclusive model featuring a 1.5-liter Honda will begin sales of both hybrid models at dealerships across Japan on 11 November. The Freed Hybrid and Freed Spike Hybrid will be Japan’s first 5-number class (i.e.,

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OCTOBER 8, 2010

Layout of the system components in the Fit Hybrid. Honda Motor Co., has begun sales in Japan of a newly refreshed Fit (Jazz in other markets) model together with the all-new Fit Hybrid, a new addition to the Fit lineup. The Fit Hybrid will be offered at the starting price of ¥1.59 The Fit Hybrid IPU.

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Japan Honda Hybrid Sale 210

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NOVEMBER 2, 2013

Honda will showcase the upcoming Acura RLX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD at the LA Auto Show later this month. The RLX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD combines a 3.5-liter A concept combination of the RLX and Acura Sport Hybrid SH-AWD powertrain was unveiled as the RLX concept at the New York International Auto Show in 2012, earlier post.).

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APRIL 10, 2012

With two weeks to go until the opening of the Beijing International Auto Show, Hond Motor (China) Investment outlined its mid-term business strategy for China, covering both the Honda and Acura brands. Within this year, Honda will introduce three hybrid models to the China market. Earlier post.). Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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AUGUST 5, 2017

The 2017 Honda Clarity Electric sedan arrived at the beginning of August in select dealerships in California and Oregon. The Clarity Electric has an EPA fuel economy rating of 126/103/114 MPGe (city/highway/combined)3 and an EPA range rating of 89 miles on a full charge. Earlier post.).

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Oregon Honda California Tax Credit 150

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DECEMBER 13, 2013

MY 2012 adjusted fuel economy is 23.6 mpg fuel economy improvement from MY 2011 to MY 2012 is the second largest annual improvement in the last 30 years. l/100 km) fuel economy, which, if achieved, will again represent all-time records. Click to enlarge. l/100 km), which is 1.2 mpg, or 22%. Click to enlarge.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2010

Honda Motor Co., has begun sales of the all-new CR-Z (“Compact Renaissance Zero”) hybrid ( earlier post ) in Japan on Friday, February 26, 2010. Honda is targeting monthly sales of 1,000 units of the new hybrid. The CR-Z offers fuel economy of 25.0 Click to enlarge. CR-Z combines a 1.5-liter

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AUGUST 7, 2010

Kyodo reports that Honda Motor Co. has decided to sell its new hybrid car for around ¥1.59 The price of Honda’s new Fit compact car to be released in October will be some 300,000 yen lower than the 1.89 million yen price tag for the cheapest model of its Insight hybrid put on sale in February last year.

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Japan Honda Price Hybrid 218

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2012

Honda has updated the sporty CR-Z hybrid with a range of improvements focusing on style and performance. The power of both the gasoline engine and electric motor has been increased to 137 PS (128 hp, 96 kW) without compromising fuel economy or increasing exhaust emissions. Updated CR-Z hybrid. Click to enlarge.

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Li-ion Honda Hybrid Power 225

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JANUARY 11, 2016

Ford has upgraded the software in its new 2017 Fusion Hybrid and Energi (plug-in hybrid) models to deliver a “more refined and engaging drive for customers,” the company announced at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). Sales of all Fusion models in the US in 2015 dropped 2.2% The 2016 Fusion Energi features a 7.6

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JANUARY 12, 2011

Honda Civic Concept. The Honda Civic Si Concept coupe and Civic Concept sedan made their world debuts at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, providing the first official glimpse at the styling direction of the 9 th -generation 2012 model set to go on sale this spring. gasoline, hybrid and natural gas.

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JUNE 17, 2013

Jointly with Guangqi Honda Automobile Co., and Dongfeng Honda Automobile Co., Honda’s automobile production and sales joint venture companies in China, Honda Motor (China) Investment Co., Honda is planning to introduce 12 new models in China before the end of 2015. Earlier post.). Earth Dreams Technology.

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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 MPG Fuel Economy Economy 86

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FEBRUARY 5, 2009

Honda Motor Co. will begin selling the all-new Insight hybrid ( earlier post ) in Japan on Friday, 6 February, starting at ¥1,890,000 (~US$21,100). The Insight features a newly developed hybrid system including a 1.3-liter liter i-VTEC engine and Honda’s fifth-generation Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) technology.

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Honda Insight Insight Japan Honda 170

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JUNE 12, 2017

Honda announced an introductory lease price of $269 a month for 36 months (plus tax) for the 2017 Honda Clarity Electric sedan ( earlier post ), which is coming to select dealerships in California and Oregon August 2017. The lease terms include an attractive allowance of 20,000 miles per year and 24/7 roadside assistance.

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2017 Honda Tax Credit Tax 150

Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

Honda has finished revamping the compact Civic compact lineup with the relaunch of its two greenest models. The refreshed 2014 Honda Civic Hybrid sedan goes on sale today with slightly higher fuel-economy ratings, while the 2014 Civic Natural Gas hits showrooms in 10 days.

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Civic Hybrid 2014 Honda Gas 80

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FEBRUARY 19, 2009

Cumulative hybrid sales by model and region. Global sales of Honda hybrid vehicles reached 300,740 units on a cumulative basis at the end of January 2009. Honda first began hybrid sales in November 1999 with the introduction of its first-generation Insight in Japan. Click to enlarge.

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2009 Honda Civic Hybrid North America 150

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APRIL 9, 2012

Polk’s assessment of hybrid loyalty by quarter. 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. Hybrid vehicles represent 2.4% Data: Polk.

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Current EV

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

The Honda CR-V has an incredible record of global sales. The core of the vehicle’s popularity is its combination of efficiency, functionality, simple style, safety and legendary Honda quality. The 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid crossover retains the same basic design and features as its 2020 predecessor.

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Honda Hybrid Global Maintenance 52

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MAY 27, 2014

In its sixth sales-weighted analysis of emissions from 8 major automakers’ 2013 model year vehicles, the Union of Concerned Scientists’ (UCS) latest Automaker Rankings report found that Hyundai-Kia unseated Honda as the “Greenest Automaker.” Honda came in second, with Toyota, Nissan, and Volkswagen in a three-way tie for third place.

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