Honda Ecological Drive Assist System
Saturday, November 22nd, 2008The Ecological Drive Assist System was developed by Honda to enable its clients to improve their fuel economy in actual driving conditions.
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Honda FC Sport design study comes out of no where
Thursday, November 20th, 2008Totally unexpected (we were almost planning on not attending the Honda press conference), Honda today revealed the Honda FC Sport design study model at the 2008 LA Auto Show.
The FC Sport is a three-seater hydrogen-powered sports car concept.
Honda: Experimental Walking Assist Device
Tuesday, November 11th, 2008Honda Motor Co., which brought us the ASIMO robot, jet airplanes, and, oh yes, reliable cars and trucks, is testing out a revolutionary new vehicle. Honda calls it a walking assist device and says it is designed to help elderly folks and others who need help walking. The device may also aid factory workers, who must walk and assume crouching positions throughout the workday.
The device is powered by two electric motors, which are charged by lithium ion batteries. Sort of like an electric car, but with shoes instead of wheels. There’s no word on what the device might cost if Honda decides to put it into production after the testing process.
Honda CR-V Special Edition arrives
Tuesday, November 11th, 2008The CarAdvice team have road tested Honda’s popular CR-V a couple of times now, both on its lonesome as well as against its rivals, and as a whole, we have been rather impressed by the vehicle’s overall drive, dynamics and appeal.
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Reports Consolidated Financial Results Ending Sept 30, 2008
Tuesday, October 28th, 2008
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced its consolidated financial results for the fiscal second quarter and the fiscal first half ended September 30, 2008.
Second Quarter Results
Honda’s consolidated net income for the fiscal second quarter ended September 30, 2008 totaled JPY 123.3 billion (USD 1,191 million), a decrease of 40.9% from the same period in 2007. Basic net income per common share for the quarter amounted to JPY 67.96 (USD 0.66), a decrease of JPY 46.98 from JPY 114.94 for the corresponding period last year. One Honda American Depository Share represents one common share.