Remember the Honda CR-Z? Well, so do we, and even though it’s been around since 2010, it’s still carrying on well beyond its typical average generational lifespan into the 2016 model year. For 2016, the Honda CR-Z gains some minor updates to keep the model fresh, including a facelift for the exterior and some new […]
Honda’s looking to delve into the world of the sports EV with an all-electric vehicle capable of producing 350hp, according to AutoExpress. In a move likely influenced by Tesla Motors’ ability to make luxury sports EVs, Honda’s apparently seeking out its electric Pikes Peak competition car as a starting point for this new project. That specific […]
We’re nearing the 2015 SEMA show in Las Vegas and all the automakers are announcing their plans for this year’s festivities. Adding to the list of debuts this year is Honda, who announced to be bringing a new Ridgeline Desert Race Truck Concept, an HR-V Tuner Project Program, an updated 2016 CR-Z and a few […]
The Honda CR-Z has been with us since 2010 and you may have forgotten about it because, well, it’s a bit of a slow seller. And according to automotive press coverage on the model, the CR-Z isn’t exactly a very a compelling vehicle since it doesn’t exactly fulfill its premise of being an affordable, sporty […]
The original Honda CR-Z wasn’t exactly a smash hit. In theory and on paper, as a mild-hybrid that was affordable, fun-to-drive, and efficient, didn’t exactly play out as such. It was mildly fun-to-drive, it wasn’t as efficient as expected, and that chipped away at its affordability factor. But Honda’s not giving up as CARandDRIVER reports there […]
Thanks to fairly damp sales, Honda is going to stop selling the Insight hybrid, which competes with Toyota’s Prius 5-door hatchback. The Insight started life as the first hybrid automobile (as a two-door coupe) in the US, went on hiatus for between 2006 and 2009 and reemerged as a larger Prius competitor. The automaker has […]
The 2013 Honda CR-Z will be going on sale later this week with a host of styling, features and powertrain upgrades. The biggest highlight is the addition of an all-new lithium-ion battery that Honda says improves performance while improving EPA mpg ratings. Styling wise the 2013 Honda CR-Z gets an upgraded interior, a new front […]
Honda today revealed information on its new hybrid powertrain system that will replace the outgoing Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system on its Civic sedan, Fit, Insight and the CR-Z Coupe. Known as the Honda SPORTS HYBRID Intelligent Dual Clutch Drive system, the new setup is a lightweight and compact one-motor hybrid solution optimized for small-sized vehicles. […]
Honda’s tuning arm Mugen has unveiled their new Honda CR-Z Mugen RZ. Based on the Honda CR-Z, the tuned version gets an upgraded spension, brake system, wheels, exterior parts designed considering aerodynamics and a centrifugal supercharger. MUGEN will install the parts on their own on the CR-Z (6-speed manual) provided by Honda and start to sell […]
What you see here is the revised and somewhat facelifted Honda CR-Z Hybrid hatchback. Making its debut at the 2012 Paris Motor Show today, the new 2013 Honda CR-Z gets a range of upgrades with a focus on style and performance. Look closely and you’ll see some minor changes to the exterior and the interior. […]
