A new member joins Honda SUV family, and it’s ready for adventure. The all-new 2019 Honda Passport was recently introduced this past November during the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show. The 2019 Honda Passport debut showcased a combination of off-road capability and on-road refinement, while displaying its best-in-class interior space in the SUV segment. This all-new Honda SUV will join… Read more »
We saw something from Honda at the 2018 SEMA Show that we’ve never seen before: an open air concept vehicle meant for off-roading. The Honda Rugged Open Air Vehicle concept takes inspiration from the Honda Ridgeline and the Honda PowerSports Pioneer. Honda is not usually known for creating outdoorsy vehicles, but it’s changing that image with this concept and the… Read more »
Honda recently released the 2018 North American Environmental Report (NAER), which discusses what the company does for the environment in North America. This 44-page report goes in-depth on initiatives and advances in the industry. In the past year, the brand has managed to cut CO2 emissions, add PVC-free interiors to most models, and more. In short, Honda is doing everything… Read more »
Honda strives to continually achieve automotive innovation, and the Honda Clarity is evidence of the brand’s interest in offering alternatives to fossil fuels. Here is what we know about the Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle design thus far. According to Forbes, the PHEV has a two-motor system. The 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine does not power the wheels; rather, it powers… Read more »
Usually, when you want to drive a fast car, you buy something with rear-wheel drive. However, the Honda Civic Type R is showing that that is not always true. Recently, Honda has been showing just how fast a front-wheel drive car can go by testing it out on some of the most challenging tracks. The latest feat took place at… Read more »
Nearly two decades ago, Honda introduced the world to ASIMO the humanoid robot. We were all impressed with its abilities like being able to walk up and down stairs and do synchronized dance moves. Now ASIMO gets to retire, but the technology behind its development will be put to good use. Honda says it will use ASIMO’s technology in areas… Read more »
Each year, Kelley Blue Book conducts its Brand Image Awards, offering outstanding automaker achievements in creating brands that, as KBB puts it, “engender enthusiasm among new-vehicle buyers.” There are seven categories and 13 winners, and it seems that the editors enjoy Honda’s products as in the 2018 KBB Brand Image Awards, Honda has taken three top awards.* The most… Read more »
Self-driving cars have been all over the news in recent months due to their exciting potential. Some experts estimate that in a few short years, your car could be completely autonomous. That’s why Honda has decided to begin researching self-driving cars. Though it’s one of the last major automakers to enter the race, the extensive R&D team at Honda promises… Read more »
There are plenty of good automakers out there and some are better than others. Honda is one of the most competitive brands in the market with a wide selection of vehicles. Still, there are makes with larger lineups and cheaper vehicles. That begs the question, why buy a Honda? Here at Don Wessel Honda, we have the answer to your… Read more »
While the Honda NSX, better known as the Acura NSX in America, is still prepping for its European market launch, the automaker released some details on the supercar’s powertrain. The resulting details have enthusiasts raving as the supercar features technology normally reserved for the more-powerful hypercars. That jump in technology has driven the Honda NSX to take the “Most Advanced… Read more »