Honda Stepwgn

he Honda Step wgn is a mid-sized MPV produced by Honda since 1996. It is designed with a higher cabin, contrast to the Odyssey and later also the Stream in the product line. In addition, it can accommodate 8 people, instead of 7 in Odessey and Stream. In standard form the car has one door on the driver's side but two doors on the pavement / sidewalk side.995 The Honda Step WGN appeared at the Tokyo Motor Show as the "F-MX". 1996 May 8 The Honda Step WGN emerged as one type of vehicle. At that time, Japan's commercial delivery vehicles based on the engine under the driver's seat, or cabover type were the Step WGN is based on the Civic FF layout of the floor and low - , A tool to find square style, low-price strategy such as the popular model in one sitting. Cars,splitting the extreme limit of its. Step Van which is derived from that time, Japan, the "minivan" terms are still not in place "Commercial vehicles" reminiscent of "On the van | Meeting]]" to stop "Step Wagon". The English name "STEP WGN", a grade name "W", "G", "N" and "pleasure". Family assumes that the child has to rush out to prevent road-side, passenger side sliding door is only with the establishment. To improve profitability, cost reduction measures is to ensure that the [Ministry of Transport] (the current Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport) to get the model to reduce the cost of the engines and transmissions to one type at a time Aperture, and vehicle design, the Civic divert from the leg, [[finite element method] analysis (FEM) by reducing the use of steel, panels and parts of the division's efforts to reduce press die, than to. Moreover, the stiffness to ensure the right to sliding doors, glass front door outside the window is fixed, welding mark the blindfold and the rear corner of the seal for Skipping work without a thick coating of resin Mall And a large taillights RIAKONBIRANPU in the corner of a body cover, for last year. As a byproduct, vehicle weight is 1530 kg and 1410, finished a lightweight. However, the evils in the beginning, and low body stiffness, and arising out of [[steering] column and the brake] master cylinder (bulkhead) lack of rigidity of mounting a remote Friction cable size and lack of rigidity, mass itself due to lack of knobs, AT [[gearshift | SEREKUTAREBA] operations (a sense of discipline), and pointed to the poor.

Honda Freed

There were some confused looks a couple of months back when Honda Cars Philippines (HCPI) released information and images of their upcoming Freed minivan. Sleek and stylish as it maybe, the notion of having an Avanza-sized eight-seater for the Japanese market isn’t exactly newsworthy. At the time, we thought: maybe it’s a slow news day, or perhaps it was sort of a left-brained approach to market the all-new Jazz (coming to showrooms this August). Fast forward to now and bam! It suddenly hit us. The Honda Freed is coming to our shores locally. But before you start queuing up at your neighborhood Honda dealership, read on.
The fact that it looked sort-of quirky and oddball signified that it was a Japan-only car. However, with the price of oil continuing to skyrocket northward, Honda figured it was about time to, pardon the pun, free the people from the doldrums of a typical MPV. In terms of size, the Freed slots with the same bracket as the Toyota Avanza (it measures L xWxH at 4,215 x 1,695 x 1,715 mm). Unlike the Avanza though which is nothing more than a re-badged Daihatsu Xenia, the Freed is based off the Jazz hatchback. This means the Freed is a unibody, front-wheel drive MPV as compared to the traditional body-on-frame, rear-wheel drive configuration of the Toyota. And since it’s based off the Jazz, it’s only fitting that it also receives the same 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine. The L15A engine has a maximum output of 118 horsepower and 144 Nm of torque—good figures since this powerplant utilizes Honda’s acclaimed i-VTEC engine technology. There are two transmission options available, a CVT or a more conventional 5-speed automatic. Honda Japan claims 16.4 km/L for the CVT and 14.0 for the automatic.
From the outside, the Freed certainly looks like a stretched Jazz. Even with the sporty variant already receiving 185/65 R 15 tires, it still looks tall, no doubt because it was designed primarily to ferry people. The Freed has a 2+3+3 seating configuration where the second row folds in a 60/40 ratio and the third row in a 50/50 ratio. The third row folds laterally ala Fortuner. If you’re quick to gripe, remember that the Freed is a people-carrier and not a compact hatchback. And in that respect, the Freed’s rear doors slide like a true van making access in tight spaces so much better than the conventional swing doors of the Avanza.
Inside, the Freed is decisively more modern than the Avanza with a split-level instrument cluster like the Civic. The gauges feature electro-luminescent lighting and automatic climate control can be specified. The Freed also has a true flat-floor in all three rows increasing leg and knee space. In addition, the dash-mounted shifter should further improve this. With Honda engineers knowing very well that the cheap interior trimmings is the Avanza’s weakpoint, the Freed will surely benefit from better fit and finish.
So when is it coming to the Philippines? Well, hold your horses first as the Freed was just launched in Japan a month ago. However, Honda insiders say that an ASEAN version will be built in Indonesia. Whether the decision to build it there is to scorn Toyota, we don’t know; but we do know that thanks to the AFTA the Freed could be priced at around a reasonable P 740,000 to a cool P 1,000,000 for the top-of-the-line version.
It seems that these tough times have pushed Honda R&D to concentrate on the sub-Civic level cars. Aside from the Jazz which will make its Philippine debut in August, its sedan derivative (City) will be unveiled in Thailand this September. The Freed will follow sometime in 2009.
It looks sort of a stretched Jazz. It's not really beautiful, but it works.
Honda knows that the Avanza's lacking in refinement and space utilization. They want to correct those with their Freed.

Honda Crossroad

The Crossroad was designed as an active life navigator car that helps people enjoy their active new lifestyles, unbound by conventional thinking. The square motif of the exterior design conveys a feeling of solid presence and strength, while areas around the center pillars and windows are deeply beveled to achieve a sturdy, robust look. The front suspension features a McPherson strut design for outstanding straight-line stability. In the rear, a compact, reactive-link, double-wishbone suspension helps provide increased space for passengers in the third row of seats. All types are equipped with a rear stabilizer bar. The distinctive angular design around the front headlights gives the Crossroad an effective minimum turning radius at the top of its class. The interior design features sculpted molding around the instrument panel to achieve a fun and confident feel. The square motif is continued throughout the interior, creating a refined, urban tone. With its innovative packaging, the Crossroad offers a confident presence and versatile 3-row seating, yet is a breeze to handle around town thanks to an overall length of just 4,285mm. The Honda Crossroad makes use of strong, lightweight, high-tensile steel which contributes to increased rigidity and weight savings. The design of the rear frame features a large cross-section along with two internal impact-absorbing frames. The frames have a polygonal cross-section to enable them to effectively absorb the shock of a rear-end collision.

Honda Airwave

The Honda Airwave is a subcompact car produced by the Japanese automaker Honda since 2005. It is a five-door station wagon version of the City / Fit Aria and Fit/Jazz, which are a sedan and a hatchback respectively. The Airwave is built on the Global Small Car platform; however, unlike the City and Fit, the Airwave is unique to the Japanese market. Honda announced the debut of the Airwave on April 7, 2005.The Airwave is sold in two trim lines, the basic "G" model, and the well-equipped "L" model. Each of the trim lines has an optional panoramic glass sunroof that covers a large part of the roof. Each version of the car is available in either front-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. The current version of the Honda Partner panel van introduced on March 10, 2006 is now based upon the Airwave. Essentially a decontented version of the Airwave, it utilizes the L15A i-DSI engine (unlike the VTEC engine in the Airwave) mated to a five-speed automatic transmission identical to that found in the North American market Fit.The Airwave is powered by the largest version of Honda's L-series engine family, the 1496 cc 1.5L VTEC L15A gasoline engine. The engine produces a maximum output of 81kW (109hp) at 5800rpm and a maximum torque of 143Nm (105lb·ft) at 4800rpm. Two forms of a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) are available on the Airwave. The "G" trim line has a standard CVT of five-speed, while the "L" sports a CVT with seven-speed mode. This allows the driver to choose between the smooth, shiftless acceleration of a standard CVT, or the added option of shifting through seven computer-controlled "gears".The interior versatility of the Airwave is similar to its smaller sibling, the Fit. By moving the fuel tank underneath the front row of seats, a significant amount of space is freed up in the rear for a useful seating system. Like the Fit, the Airwave has five different seating modes.

Honda FC Sport

Honda surprised the motoring world today with the release of the radical and futuristic Honda FC Sport, a three-seat Hydrogen-powered design study that hints at the future of Honda sports cars to come. Using the Honda V Flow fuel cell setup already found in the Honda FCX Clarity , the FC Sport is the supercar to the FCX's stately sedan. The stunning design is meant to invoke the concept of a high-performance, low-weight hydrogen sports car. Press release and more details below the jump.nnovative fuel cell packaging demonstrates green performance potential

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 19, 2008 – Honda today revealed the Honda FC Sport design study model, a hydrogen-powered, three-seat sports car concept, at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show.
The FC Sport emphasizes the design flexibility and potential of Honda’s V Flow fuel cell technology – already deployed in the Honda FCX Clarity sedan – and reconfigures it into a lightweight sports car design with an ultra-low center of gravity, powerful electric motor performance and zero-emissions. The design study concept is inspired by supercar levels of performance through low weight and a high-performance, electrically driven fuel cell powertrain.
“The Honda FC Sport explores how to satisfy automotive performance enthusiasts in a world beyond petroleum,” said Dan Bonawitz, vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. “People who love sports cars will still have a reason to love in a hydrogen-powered future.”
The high-output Honda fuel cell powertrain and a sleek, aerodynamic body contribute to the vehicle’s performance potential. A modular approach to fuel cell component packaging and the electric drivetrain contribute to the FC Sport’s low center of gravity with the majority of vehicle mass distributed between the axles, creating the balanced weight distribution sought after in sports cars.

Honda Civic Hatchback

Manufactured by Honda in July of 1972, the two-door sedan Honda Civic was small and compact yet filled with vast interior space.
Rated as Motor Trend's Import Car of the Year for 1980, the Civic achieved status on Car and Driver magazine's annual Ten Best lists six time from 1985 to 1996. At the 2006 North American International Auto show (NAIAS) Car of the Year awards, the Civic took home the North American Car of the Year title.The first-year civic came with an estimated 50 horsepower, and a 1,169 cc inline four-cylinder engine. Weighing only about 1,500 pounds, the Civic came with 0.71 horsepower per cubic inch. The Civic came with a transverse engine, and 1169 cc engine with front wheel drive a wheelbase of 220 cm.Sold as either a four-speed manual or two speed, this vehicle typically came with a A radio, heater, plastic trim, painted steel rims with a chromed wheel nut cap and two-speed wipers. Eventually becoming more luxurious, the updated Civic comes with satellite-linked navigation, power lock and windows and as a six-speed manual.
Before 1973, Honda was better known for producing motorcycles than vehicles. It was the arrival of the Civic that turned around the Honda opinion and its predilection for vehicle production. Achieving more than 40 mpg on the highway, this small car had room for four passengers. Available in either a 3-door hatchback or a sedan version, this vehicles were identical except for their rear options. The sedan offered a small vertical panel that opened and provided access to the ‘trunk'. Arriving with standard options such as power front disc brakes, reclining bucket seats, woodgrain-accented dashboard and vinyl seating, the options were minimal butincluded air conditioning, automatic transmission, rear wipers (in the hatchback) and radial tires. The hatchback also included a fold-down rear seat, cloth upholstery and an AM radio. Honda Civic's have always represented dependability and a good value for the price. At a base price of around $2,200, the Civc was considered to be practical and ecconomical without any pretenses.Nearly two years after its release, the engine expanded to 1,237 cc and available horsepower when from 50 to 52. The bumpers on the Civic also grew longer along with its overall length to 146.9 inches to meet the 5-mph bumper impact standard.

Honda Integra

The Integra styling, bolstered for the American market is smooth and muscular. In red as tested, we agreed the curves of the car, the proportions and presence on the road add up to a good-looking vehicle. Panel fit and paint is excellent, with no visible marks or aberrations. Rounded tail lights, and sleek front light assemblies complete the sporty look.Climbing into the cockpit of the Honda you are first struck by the smooth styling of the interior. There isn't a multitude of dials, switches or a large expanse of stereo. You get a single CD unit, some A/C and climate controls and the dials in the dash. The stereo has reasonable sound, and controls are simple to use. The three climate controls for fan speed, temperature and fan location are intuitive to use, and of high quality feel. The driver and passenger get power window controls, but they are not so convenient, being located in a position on the armrest uncomfortable to find easily.The interior is pretty much textured and colour coded ABS plastic and rubber which looks cohesive and stylish. Storage in the cabin is acceptable with a small single din compartment under the stereo, door pockets, and glovebox. There is a neat compartment forward of the tiptronic box with dual compartments, a tray and a bin below it, accessible by using either of two plastic tabs (visible in the interior photos).Pedals are standard fare, with rubber for grip (not drilled metal racing look as used for 'sporty' model cars these days). The steering wheel is a leather-clad design with integrated airbag. It is of small size, and feels very good to grip with comfortable hand positioning. Behind the steering wheel are white-faced dials, with needles pointing dead south - the racecar influence. They are generally easy to read during the day, but we found the red illumination at nighttime, although it looks good - is somewhat hard to read clearly and quickly.