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Honda begins production of 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid in North America

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Mass production of the all-new 2023 Honda CR-V hybrid began at Honda of Canada Mfg. The CR-V hybrid features a new two-motor hybrid system produced at Honda’s Ohio Transmission Plant (TMP-O), and a newly refined Atkinson-cycle engine unique to hybrid models that is made at the Anna Engine Plant (AEP), also in Ohio.

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Honda secures auto industry’s largest renewable energy purchase; 60% reduction in CO2 from N.A. manufacturing operations

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Seeking to slash CO 2 emissions from its North American manufacturing operations, Honda has entered into long-term virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs) for renewable wind and solar power that will cover more than 60% of the electricity that Honda uses in North America. will deliver to the grid by the end of 2020.

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Honda opens new Solution R&D centre in Bengaluru for e-mobility technologies – ET Auto

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Honda will continue to provide products with new added value that is uniquely Honda, through various technological advancements and innovations, bringing ‘the joy of freedom of mobility’ to its customers, the company said. New Delhi: Honda R&D (India) Private Limited (HRID), a subsidiary of Honda Motor Co.,

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Honda debuts hydrogen-powered Class 8 fuel cell Semi truck concept

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Honda is debuting a hydrogen semi truck concept at this year’s Advanced Clean Transportation Expo, an annual expo focusing on clean medium and heavy duty vehicles, next week in Las Vegas. Honda has been a little slow to electrify, falling behind as has been the case with a lot of Japanese automakers.

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Road Test: 2024 Honda Civic Hatchback Sport Touring

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Completely redesigned in 2022, the 2024 Honda Civic Hatchback continues with handsome styling that forgoes sharp edges and a busy design for a more mature and finished look that hints Euro. The quick take is the 2024 Honda Civic Hatch 1.5T Standard on the LX and Sport, the 2.0-liter liter ups the performance to 180 hp and 177 lb.-ft.

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2023 Honda Pilot Trailsport Review – Rugged City Slicker

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That’s what Honda has done with the 2023 Honda Pilot Trailsport. Outside of the skid plates, the all-wheel-drive system, the extra ground clearance, and easy-to-clean floormats, there are not a lot of functional off-road features there. You play a little dress-up. And some trail-ready gear.

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Honda to invest $11 billion in building EV value chain in Canada | Autocar Professional

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Honda Motor Co plans to build a comprehensive EV value chain in Canada with an approximate investment of CAD$15 billion / US $11 billion (Rs 91,275 crore), including investment by joint venture partners, to strengthen its EV supply system and capability to prepare for a future increase in EV demand in North America.

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