.4%) posted strong gains. Gasoline models of the Corolla Cross and hybrid versions of the Grand Highlander each set monthly sales records. Other Japanese brands all posted double-digit declines. Honda fell 12.0% y/y. According to American Honda, sales of the CR-V (down 10.5%), HR-V (down 26.2%) and Civic (down 7.4%) all declined. Nissan dropped 18.8%, Subaru 23.5%, Mazda 25.7% and Mitsubishi 20.3%. Subaru and Mazda each recorded an eighth consecu...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

Honda launches 2026 hybrid Prelude in Mexico On March 17, Honda Mexico, in a social media post, announced the launch in Mexico of the all-new 2026 Prelude, marking the return of the iconic nameplate as a hybrid sports coupe. The model combines Honda’s two-motor hybrid system with chassis elements derived from the Civic Type R. The powertrain integrates a 2.0-liter DOHC Atkinson-cycle engine producing 141 hp of power and 134 lb-ft of torque, pai...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/19

Sony Honda Mobility announces AFEELA Studio & Delivery Hub Torrance opening On March 16, Sony Honda Mobility of America Inc. (SHMA) announced it will host the grand opening of the AFEELA Studio & Delivery Hub Torrance on March 21 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. PT. Attendees will include SHMA Executives, the Mayor of Torrance, civic leaders, AFEELA 1 reservation holders, and invited guests. The AFEELA 1 will be on-site for guided, in-cabin experienc...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

CE-powered vehicles, Honda set an annual sales record in 2025 for electrified vehicle sales in the U.S., topping 400,000 units for the first time.  For the third consecutive year now, Honda achieved an all-time sales record in 2025 for hybrid-electric vehicles led by CR-V hybrid, Accord hybrid and Civic hybrid. (Honda release on February 26, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/28

ing focus to cost efficiency while preserving value. In 2025, Honda sold 74,044 units, ranking second overall with an 18% passenger car market share. xEV sales reached 55,495 units (around 20% share), led by its e:HEV line-up. The brand topped three key segments: City Hatchback (B-ECO/B-Hatchback), Civic (Compact), and HR-V e:HEV (M-SUV). Honda will showcase its expanded line-up at the Bangkok International Motor Show 2026, where a new EV will be...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/18

n Mexico. The Mexican-produced HR-V sold 765 units, while the compact BR-V recorded 498 sales. The Pilot luxury SUV placed 142 units, and the Odyssey minivan added 34 sales. Among passenger cars, the Honda City had a strong month with 1,086 units, becoming the brand's second best-selling model. The Civic sold 337 units, and the midsize Accord recorded 51 sales in January. (Honda Mexico on February 11, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/17

ability, owner satisfaction, and safety, this year for the first time, all 10 Top Picks are hybrids or electric vehicles, or available as hybrids. Hybrid versions were are often highlighted for being quieter, smoother, and cheaper to own long-term. 2026 Top Picks by category: •  Small Car: Honda CivicBest with the Hybrid option with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder powertrain that produces 200 hp, 50 hp more than the gas-only Civic, that makes it go ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/06

ased for 2026 delivery and was also fully booked by January 26, bringing total pre-orders to 100 units in just three days. Deliveries will begin in stages from May 2026, while new orders are still being accepted at selected authorized dealers for the next delivery phase starting in 2027. Built on a Civic Type R-derived platform, the Honda Prelude delivers light, stable, and confident handling. Developed as part of Honda’s electrification strate...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/30

Tesla: Model 3, Model Y and Cybertruck  •    Chevrolet: Corvette and Silverado 3500 HD  •    Mercedes-Benz: AMG GT 4-DOOR and Sprinter  •    Subaru: Crosstrek and Solterra  •    Acura: Integra  •    Audi: A6  •    Cadillac: CT4  •    Ford: Bronco  •    Honda: Civic  •    Jeep: Wrangler  •    Kia: Carnival The J.D. Power U.S. ALG Residual Value Awards recognize vehicle models projected to hold the ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/24

Canada’s top-selling passenger car and light truck models in 2025 On January 14, DesRosiers Automotive Consultants released a list of top selling models in Canada in 2025. Even in Canada’s chaotic environment of tariffs and counter-tariffs, automotive sales rose 2.0% in 2025.  Among passenger cars, the Canadian-built Honda Civic retained the top position, with the Toyota Corolla coming in second place despite both models having minor sales ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/21

red to 2025. The Honda and Acura brands are anticipating modest sales increases in 2026, with Honda topping 1.35 million units and the Acura brand targeting sales of around 135,000 units. American Honda plans to increase production of more affordable value-oriented trims of core Honda models (CR-V, Civic, Accord) and gateway Acura models (ADX and Integra). Product highlights include: Acura The new Acura RSX will arrive in H2 2026 as the first Ac...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/15

R-V in November, which exceeded 4,500 units sold shortly after its market introduction. The model marked the debut of Honda’s six-year, unlimited-mileage warranty, which has since been extended to the entire new-vehicle lineup. Additional launches during the year included updates to the HR-V, the Civic Advanced Hybrid, and the City Hatchback Touring Sport, while the hybrid Prelude is scheduled to arrive in the second half of 2026. Production in...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/08

his will be the first time this advanced hybrid model is assembled in Vietnam, marking an important milestone in Honda’s sustainable development efforts in the domestic market. Since 2023, HVN has steadily expanded its hybrid lineup across multiple segments, including the launch of CR-V e:HEV RS, Civic e:HEV RS, and HR-V e:HEV RS.  (From Honda Oto Kim Thanh press release)...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/14

Honda launches refreshed 2026 ZR-V in Brazil On October 16, Honda announced the launch of the refreshed 2026 ZR-V in Brazil, a compact SUV positioned between the HR-V and CR-V. The model is powered by a 2.0-liter DOHC i-VTEC gasoline engine producing 161 hp and 19.1 kgfm of torque, paired with a CVT transmission. Built on the global Civic platform, the ZR-V offers refined handling with MacPherson front and multilink rear suspension. The 2026 upda...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/18

0 units of orders as of October 6. According to Honda, the new model, a hybrid vehicle (HV), has gained favor for its new “S+ Shift” technology that realizes a response similar to that of step transmissions, and driving performance realized with the suspension design based on the chassis of its Civic Type R. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on October 8, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/08

% and marking its best first semester in five years. This strong performance is driven by a renewed portfolio, notably the HR-V, which became the best-selling Honda model in Brazil and achieved a global sales record of over 6,000 units in June. The company also launched the new-generation HR-V, the Civic Advanced Hybrid sedan, and the New City Hatchback Touring Sport during the period. As a result, production increased by 17%, prompting the hirin...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/10

Honda introduces Civic Advanced Hybrid model in Brazil On June 30, Honda Brazil introduced the new Civic Advanced Hybrid in Brazil, a model that joins the Accord and CR-V with the ultra-efficient e:HEV system. The Civic Advanced Hybrid features a powertrain of two electric motors and a 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle gasoline engine with direct injection. The electric drive delivers 184 hp and 32.1 kgfm of torque, while the combustion engine produces 14...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/01

rnal testing, the EverDrive delivered a 24% better snow braking than the Michelin Defender2 and Continental ControlContact Tour M A/S, and 2% better wet braking than the Defender2. Available in 36 sizes for 16- to 20-inch wheels with T, H, and V speed ratings, top vehicle fitments include the Honda Civic, Toyota RAV4, Ford Escape, Chevrolet Equinox, and Hyundai Palisade. The Turanza EverDrive aligns with Bridgestone’s E8 Commitment, specificall...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/07

Honda 2026 Civic hybrid hatchback production starts in September at Indiana plant The 2026 model year Civic hatchback hybrid will begin production at Honda's Indiana Plant in Greensburg starting in September. The plant had been building the 2014 and 2015 Civic hybrid and the 2025 Civic hatchback hybrid until production shifted to Japan earlier in the year. Following the announcement of President Trump’s auto tariffs, Honda confirmed plans to sh...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/29

New Honda Civic RS e:HEV launched in Indonesia Announced on May 8, 2025, PT Honda Prospect Motor has officially launched the new Honda Civic RS e:HEV in Indonesia, priced at IDR 699 million (Jakarta OTR price for first ownership in 2025). The Civic RS e:HEV features a hybrid system that combines a 2.0L Atkinson-cycle petrol engine with a powerful electric motor with a maximum torque of 315 Nm, delivering a total output of 203 PS. This setup ensur...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/14