Honda Pegasus Study Inspired by... Harley Earl's GM Firebird Concepts

Automotive designers find inspiration in all kinds of places. For independent designer Andrus Ciprian from Romania, it was Harley Earls' legendary GM Firebird concept cars of the 1950s. The thing is that he didn't use this inspiration on a GM product but on a futuristic Honda racing car design study that he named Pegasus.

The Romanian designer has dreamed up a small gas-turbine jet engine as the power source for the imaginary winged prototype, while other features include specially designed wheels that increase air-flow to the brakes. Full mage gallery after the break.

2011 Honda Insight Hybrid Refined with Suspension Changes and Trim Enhancements

The new Insight hybrid has only been around with us for a little over a year, yet Honda's UK division has just announced that the five-door hatch received a series of improvements that include suspension changes to enhance ride and comfort, and upgrades to the interior trim levels.

In a press statement, the Japanese automaker said changes made to the Insight "are in direct response to the comments received from early customers and the media", adding that the initial focus was on the car's suspension to address "negative feedback on ride and comfort levels."

In order to improve ride, handling and stability, Honda's engineers went ahead and performed a series of upgrades to the Insight's suspension including, adjusting the recoil rate of the springs, altering the rear camber angles, changing the V-shape rear suspension brace and adjusting mounts.

Honda insight

                                   Honda insight

                                       Honda insight 

For ten geezerhood now, Honda and Toyota feature been slugging it out over inter-crossed vehicles. Tho' the now famous Prius was the gear to develop out in Nippon, Honda played the pioneering part in Northward U.S. with its 2000 Intuition. The Prius only came in the gesture of 2001 models.No container has yet been competent to completely duplicate the honours Insight's fuel action, which was 3.9 L/100 km in townspeople and 3.2 on the road.

                                        Honda insight 

In any happening, this suspicious soft coupe tested that buyers aren't rattling curious in a two-seater on strait tires with freaky aprons concealment the place wheels. Moreover, despite its young foolery, the Prius was a litter and it won the archetypal coccoid LX at $23,900 - various yard dollars fewer than the new Prius - thus making it the slightest pricey cross on the mart ethical now. The gear breeding Prius is roomier and statesman puissant than the Insight, but comparisons move to be made.

                                          Honda insight 

                                        Honda insight

                                         Honda insight

                                         Honda insight 

                                          Honda insight 

                                         Honda insight

                                          Honda insight 

                                         Honda insight

Honda Crossroad

Honda Crossroad

Honda Crossroad

Honda Crossroad

Honda Crossroad

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced the release of the new Crossroad, an automobile which transcends existing categories by combining the design and functionality of an SUV with the convenient size of a compact car and the 3-row seating and 7-passenger capacity of a minivan. The new Crossroad will go on sale throughout Japan on Friday, February 23.

The Crossroad was designed as an "active life navigator"-a car that helps people enjoy their active new lifestyles, unbound by conventional thinking.

The square motif of the exterior design conveys a feeling of solid presence and strength, while areas around the center pillars and windows are deeply beveled to achieve a sturdy, robust look.

The interior design features sculpted molding around the instrument panel to achieve a fun, confident feel. The square motif is continued throughout the interior, creating a refined, urban tone.

With its innovative packaging, the Crossroad offers a confident presence and versatile 3-row seating, yet is a breeze to handle around town thanks to an overall length of just 4,285mm. And the distinctive angular design around the front headlights gives the Crossroad an effective minimum turning radius1 at the top of its class2.

The Crossroad comes equipped with either a 1.8-liter or a 2.0-liter i-VTEC engine that combines responsive low-to-mid-speed driving performance with outstanding fuel economy. The engine is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission to deliver nimble performance. The 4-wheel-drive model is also equipped with Hill-Start Assist function, which temporarily maintains brake pressure after the brake pedal is released when starting on a hill to ensure smoother starts and enhanced ease of use.

Packaging

The refreshing, smart packaging creates a versatile space inside a convenient body size.

Versatile 3-row seating offers plenty of convenience yet the overall length of 4,285mm makes it a breeze to handle around town.

The Crossroad's effective minimum turning radius of 5.6 meters3 puts it at the top of its class4.

The rear doors feature a wide opening angle of around 80ï, making it easier for passengers in the second- and third-row seats to get in and out.

The seating can be set in a variety of arrangements with easy operation. The second-row seats tilt and slide forward with the pull of a lever located on the shoulder of the second-row seatback, making it easier for passengers in the third-row seats to get in and out.

The Crossroad is equipped with an emergency puncture repair kit, replacing the spare tire and securing more space for third-row passengers while helping to make the vehicle lighter.

Advanced features and safety performance

The IHCC (Intelligent Highway Cruise Control)8 vehicle speed and distance control system helps reduce the burden on the driver during freeway driving.

The Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS)8 provides audio and visual warnings and braking to alert the driver and to help avoid a rear-end collision or mitigate damage and injuries in the event that one should occur.

Honda's Advanced Compatibility Engineering Body enhances passenger protection while mitigating impact on the other vehicle.

The vehicle is also designed to mitigate pedestrian injury in the event of a collision.

The rear frame features a large cross-section along with two internal impact-absorbing frames. The frames have a polygonal cross-section to enable them to effectively absorb the shock of a rear-end collision.

Honda civic 2008

                             Honda civic 2008

                                     Honda civic 2008 

New for 2008 the Civic EX-L Sedan and Coupe introduce leather interior to the Civic line for the first time. A Civic MUGEN Si Sedan also debuts for the 2008 model year, with a high-performance suspension, forged aluminum wheels, aerodynamic body and a sport exhaust system tuned.

"Quality construction, a technologically advanced and spacious interior, and fun to drive, the performance of the Civic in a class by itself," said Dick Colliver, executive vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "The availability of versions of high-performance, hybrid and natural gas vehicle also makes Civic cars dedicated to the most diverse in the automotive industry. "

                                      Honda civic 2008 

A roof line and a scanning angle of the windshield elegant convey an advanced, a motion profile with a low position and largely into two distinctive sedan and coupe body configurations. The interior focuses on sophisticated design with a dashboard on two levels, comfortable seats and storage areas can accommodate a room for mobile phones, MP3 players, CD and more.

                                         Honda civic 2008 

The features are the satellite navigation system with voice activation and Honda ™ 350-watt AM/FM/CD/MP3/XM ® Satellite Radio for premium audio system with seven speakers including a subwoofer. Honda Civic EX-L Sedan and Civic EX-L Coupe add heated seats and side mirrors and leather seats and steering wheel, seating surfaces and center armrest Civic EX list of features.

                                         Honda civic 2008

                                        Honda civic 2008

                                         Honda civic 2008 

                                        Honda civic 2008

                                          Honda civic 2008

Honda s2000

                                   Honda s2000

                                 Honda s2000 

Honda S2000 is a roadster manufactured by Japanese automaker Honda Motor. It was launched in April 1999 and was created to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the company. The car was first shown as a concept at the Motor Show in Tokyo in 1995 after it was launched on the world market in 1999. The S2000 is named after his displacement of 2 liters, which operates in the tradition of roadsters S500, S600 and S800 in the 1960s.

                                         Honda s2000 

Several changes were made throughout the life of the car, including modifications to the engine, gearbox, suspension and interior and exterior. Officially two versions available: the original model was the launch of the chassis code AP1, AP2, while the name was given to vehicles produced from mid 2003. Although aesthetically similar, incorporated AP2 marked changes in the transmission and suspension. S2000 production was discontinued in June 2009.

                                         Honda s2000

                                         Honda s2000

                                        Honda s2000

                                          Honda s2000

                                        Honda s2000

                                         Honda s2000

                                          Honda s2000

Honda element 2011

                             Honda element 2011

                                    Honda element 2011 

Flying faster and elegant hotel offers a brand new 2011 Honda Aspect. It includes a front-wheel and all wheel produces creates. Steering wheel reaches 18 inches. You can create an important way for the 2011 Honda situation in the comfort and ease. 2011 Honda Element Engine uses the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder (I4) is a 16-valve. It may be possible to create a capacity of up to 166 horses. You can also take advantage of available front suspension. It attributes to manage a hyperlink to Macpherson. 2011 Honda Element is a job within an MSRP of $ 22,935 based on his time.

                                       Honda element 2011 

The migration potential of the Honda Element is 2011 pounds 1500. You can load elements in it. It lets you drag a small boat to enjoy a picnic in a very long lake with your household. You can fly from the car in the controllable and precise, in fact. The street event, such as stones, dirt, dust and shocks are no longer a huge dilemma. You will get a memorable expertise in the use of components for Honda in 2011. The transmission is available in automatic and manual control. It comes in 5-speed gearbox.

                                        Honda element 2011 

You have a friendly and fun to drive with the new 2011 Honda Factor. The interior is designed in the concept of functionality and simplicity. For anyone who has animal lovers or relatives, it can match your best. Upholstery and floor are coated using H2O resistant and durable fabric. You can easily cope. Dirt, dust, and the place is not a huge offer from the next. What you need to do is simply spray and wipes instead. The seat is adjustable. You may be able to paper and fold it if you need additional tension in it.

                                       Honda element 2011

                                        Honda element 2011

                                       Honda element 2011

                                        Honda element 2011

honda civic hatchback

honda civic hatchback

 honda civic hatchback

 honda civic hatchback

honda civic hatchback

After the usual sleep-deprived schedule that precedes most Hot Import Night events, entrant Joey Touchton slipped into the solace of slumber after his 2000 Civic earned him enough accolades to finally relax. Various modifications such as the Skyline taillights and the custom 19-inch rollers from HRE helped secure a respectable position in the competitive Civic class. He went to bed content, but his sweet slumber was shattered by a bearer of bad news. "Joey, wake up!" came the urgent announcement from his friend. "Something's wrong with your car!"The previous night Joey had entrusted the keys to the valet. He must not have tipped or something because sure enough the unscrupulous car-parker left the show car open. When Joey opened the door and looked behind the Sparco Flash 5 steering wheel he found the ignition wires spilling from the column like intestines out of a slashed stomach. At this point, Joey wanted to slash the stomach of the valet with a box cutter. But he refrained, choosing instead to take a deep breath and see what good might come out of the situation. "It was a bad thing," said Joey. "But it did have good repercussions."

In an effort to prohibit this sort of fiendish hooliganism from happening again, Joey had the door handles shaved and solenoids installed. While he was at it he had the moldings shaved and a Sparco gas cap molded in. These upgrades, and others following, would bring Joey's Civic to the pinnacle of perfection.