Honda
List: Involvement Index Giant Killers For Under $30,000
In particular, the middle of our index is populated with some extremely affordable performance machinery, which can be every bit as involving as cars that cost double or even triple the price. Perhaps the most exciting thing about this list is how it’s set to grown in the coming months. With cars like the Scion FR-S/Subaru BR-Z, Ford Focus ST, and Hyundai Veloster Turbo all set to arrive before the end of 2012, there should be no shortage of affordable involvement options.
Driven: 2013 Ford Flex Limited EcoBoost AWD
Now, there’s nothing wrong with minivans or other family friendly vehicles, per se. We like the versatility afforded by minivans just fine. We can’t deny that with the exception of a few, though, six- and seven-passenger vehicles aren’t exactly fun to drive. Unless you buy a Ford Flex with the mighty EcoBoost (biturbocharged) engine. After a week with this sports tank, we’ve decided that having more than two youngsters running about might not be so bad for a gear-headed parent.
Beijing 2012: Auto Show Round Up
As this year’s Auto China show in Beijing begins to slow down, it’s becoming more and more obvious that the Chinese show is not one to be missed. Helped along by the ever-increasing number of cars the Chinese economy consumes, auto makers the world over have taken notice of Auto China, and brought some serious hardware to reflect that.
Beijing 2012: Peugeot Urban Crossover Concept
So it’s nice to see French manufacturer Peugeot mix things up a bit, with its Urban Crossover Concept. Now don’t get us wrong, this isn’t really that radical a concept in the grand scheme, but during a largely production-based Beijing show, it’s pretty earth-shattering.
Beijing 2012: Honda Concept C, Concept S
Honda debuted a pair of new concepts at Auto China 2012. Called the Concept C and Concept S, they are meant to express Honda’s new design direction.
Comfort/Involvement Index: 2012 Honda Ridgeline Sport
Not very powerful, but its six-cylinder song is old-school Honda awesome. Handles like a larger vehicle, tipping too much into turns and lacking steering feel.
Comfort/Involvement Index: 2012 Honda Civic Sedan
Completely put to shame by other cars in this class. Light, lifeless steering, slow, and overly soft in the bends. Do yourself a favor and buy a Ford Focus.
New York 2012: 2013 Honda Accord Crosstour Concept
Honda, similar to other recent auto shows, has debuted a near-production-spec concept of the upcoming 2013 Honda Accord Crosstour an the New York International Auto Show.
New York 2012: Acura RLX Concept
Acura has unveiled the RLX Concept at the 2013 New York Auto Show. When we say RLX Concept, we actually mean 2014 RLX, which is what this is. Honda, and by extension Acura, have a habit of showing very thinly veiled production cars under the guise of concepts, which is exactly what’s been done here. In fact, we’ve already been told that sales will start in the beginning of 2013.
List: Top Ten April Fools’ Pranks Of 2012
Every year around the first of April, automotive manufacturers and publications love to unleash April Fools’ pranks on unwitting journalists and readers. Sometimes they’re pretty clever, other times they’re very obvious, but either way, they’re inevitable. 2012 was no different, as many of these jokes rolled out on or in advance of April 1.
Quick Drive: 2012 Honda CR-V EX
Honda’s CR-V isn’t a bad car. It’s comfortable, safe, reliable, not bad looking, efficient, and has all the creature comforts expected of a vehicle in its segment. It’s an all-around good vehicle if you need a lifted, five-passenger vehicle that can sip fuel. The problem is, it’s like driving water.
Driven: 2013 Mazda CX-5 Sport FWD
With the 2013 CX-5, Mazda is starting with a blank slate. This clean-sheet design will be Mazda’s volume crossover, as the CX-7 and Ford Escape-based Tribute will be (or already have been in the Tribute’s case) phased out.
Driven: 2012 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
Overall, it’s hard to argue that the GLI isn’t a good to very-good entry-level enthusiast car. With more room, and just a bit more practicality overall than its GTI sibling, only the car’s slightly less keen handling holds it back from being our go-to Volkswagen, in fact. It certainly made our Presidents’ Day a lot more interesting—we’ll take a handling loop to a white sale, any day.
First Look: 2013 Acura ILX
We saw the concept in Detroit, and now Acura has debuted the production version of its ILX compact sedan. The new car marks a move downmarket for Acura, representing a sub-TSX line meant to draw younger buyers into the fold.
First Look: 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe
Continuing the expansion of the North American Car Of The Year winning Elantra range, Hyundai has unveiled the two-door Elantra Coupe alongside the five-door GT. The Elantra Coupe will give Hyundai its first true competitor to the small two-door offerings from Honda and Kia.
Super Bowl Ads: It’s Seinfeld Versus Leno For The First NSX
Jerry Seinfeld’s love affair with Porsche appears to be at an end, as the funny man is starring in a 60-second TV add for Acura, set to air during the Super Bowl on Sunday. Joining Seinfeld is the new NSX, a slightly perturbed owner, and Jay Leno. And there’s a rocket pack.
Super Bowl Ads: Bueller… Bueller… Matthew Broderick Stars In Honda Super Bowl Ad
Okay, so it’s a Honda CR-V instead of a 1961 Ferrari 250 GT California. And Matthew Broderick is actually Matthew Broderick, not the iconic title character of John Hughes’ Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. And he’s not skipping high school, but a day on the set. And there’s no Ben Stein, Mia Sara, or Alan Ruck.
Detroit 2012: Auto Show Round Up
Here’s the full list of Winding Road’s coverage of Detroit 2012. Check back on this post over the next few days, as there are always a few stragglers that make their way into the fold at the last minute.
Detroit 2012: Live Images Of The 2013 Honda Accord Coupe Concept
We just watched as Honda revealed the concept version of the upcoming 2013 Accord Coupe in Detroit. Have a look at the nearly production-ready vehicle, or see our previous post for more information.
Detroit 2012: Honda Shows 2013 Accord Coupe Concept
Honda has unveiled the 2013 Accord Coupe concept car in Detroit. While not production ready, this concept looks like it could be pretty representative of the final production version.
First Look: 2013 Acura RDX
Acura has revealed the second generation of its RDX compact SUV, a vehicle that will go on sale in the spring of 2012, at the 2012 North American International Auto Show.
Categories
Most Popular
