Honda Accord
Posted by in Honda on June 30, 2011
The Honda Accord & the Accord Hubcaps are part of a series that has mid-size cars that have been produced by Honda ever since 1976.
In 1982, the Honda Accord & the Accord Wheel Covers were considered to be the first Japanese car that was manufactured in the United States. Not only was it made here, but it was even made in countries like New Zealand, England, China, & even Thailand! If you’d assume, I guess you can say that this car is what people prefer worldwide; since it’s manufactured in so many other parts of the world. You know?
The Accord, as well as the Accord Wheel Covers that came on it, has been pretty successful throughout its different generations. From the years of 1982-1997, it was known as the best selling Japanese automobile; in 1991 & 2001, there was about 10 Million of these cars sold! If you were to compare the tests that it went through back then and the tests that it goes through now, you’d see that even up to this day, the Honda Accord is considered to be one of the most reliable cars on the market as of this point.
Ever since it first came out, there has been a lot of different body styles & different versions of the Honda Accord. When it first came out in 1976, it was made as a compact hatchback – this style was used until about 1981. The lineup was eventually expanded to include a sedan, wagon, and even a coupe model with the “oh so very nice” OEM Accord Hub Caps on them. By the time it reached the sixth generation (around the 1990s), the Accord turned into something called an intermediate vehicle; it just had one basic platform – but with different bodies & different proportions so it can increase its competitiveness within the international markets.
The current Honda Accord that was originally released in 2008 is a little bigger compared to the other models. The reason why is because they wanted to move the car further upscale in the market. After this was done, the EPA (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) considered the Accord to be a full-size car, but the coupe to be a mid-size one.
Honda basically chose the name “Accord” because it reflects the want Honda has for people to basically just get along and keep the harmony & peace between one another. I guess you can say that it was a job well done, because a lot of people buy the Accord, & they’re happy with it; and they’re even happy with the great looking Accord Hub Caps that come on it.. but that’s just my opinion. The most original & initial design of the Honda Accord was changed to a fuel efficient & low emission car since it was introduced to the market during the horrible fuel crisis of the 1970s. In both the United States and Japan, there was a version that was created and used Honda’s “CVCC Technology”. This met the emission standards of the 1970s and even the early 1980s without a catalytic converter that most cars have today. Read the rest of this entry »
Honda Introduces the All-New 2012 Honda Civic
Posted by in Honda on June 30, 2011
Honda has created five different Civics to give buyers the option to get the car that matches their lifestyle. For 2012, Honda offers the Civic Sedan, Civic Coupe, Civic Si, Civic HF, and Civic Hybrid. Each one has unique characteristics that give the buyer the chance to get their perfect car.
The Civic Sedan has 4 doors, 16″ alloy wheels, and is available in alabaster silver metallic, cool mist metallic, crimson pearl, crystal black pearl, dyno blue pearl, polished metal metallic, taffeta white, and urban titanium metallic. Inside buyers will find the new intelligent Multi-Information Display, which operates as a Bluetooth Hands FreeLink. Also inside, is the USB Audio Interface that plays your iPod through the audio system and keeps it charged. The i-MID is personal and useful. It allows the buyer to upload photos, shows the current song playing, and it’s all displayed on a high-resolution color TFT LCD display.
The Civic Coupe is similar to the Sedan, but has a sporty, sleek shape and is available in several different colors. The Coupe also comes with the i-MID system and is iPod ready. It also comes with an Economy Coach to help buyers get the most out of every gallon of gas. By watching the blue and green bars on either side of the speedometer, and keeping it in the green, buyers can make their gas go farther.
The Civic Si is available in either coupe or sedan body styles and an array of colors. The Civic Si is quick and has been created with a lower coefficient of drag. Equipped with 17-inch alloys and Si-exclusive badging and decals, the Si stands out among other coupes. The exterior isn’t the only thing that makes the Si stand out though. The seats are wrapped in exclusive black cloth with red stitching and with the Si logo emblazoned on the seats, steering wheel, and floor mats.
The Civic HF is similar to the other Civics with its smooth, aerodynamic shape. However, it adds an aerodynamic decklid spoiler and unique alloy wheels that have low rolling resistance tires. The Civic HF also gets impressive fuel economy, making it a great choice for those that want to make fewer trips to the gas pump.
The Civic Hybrid is also a good choice for those that want to make fewer trips to the gas pump. The fuel efficient hybrid also comes with Eco Assist to help buyers make every gallon count.
The fifth generation Honda Civic utilizes the tagline ‘To Each Their Own’ to represent its diverse lineup. Read the rest of this entry »