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Indy: Just the Latest Good News

Tue, 29 May 2012 21:53:00 GMT

As I stood in the stands watching the final moments of the Honda-powered victory on Sunday at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, I couldn't help but think about how life sometimes imitates sport. After all, many pundits had counted Honda out before the race started, just as skeptics have speculated about the strength of our auto business in the face of tough competition and some epic natural disasters. I like to think that Dario Franchitti's exciting win at Indy mirrors our own "comeback" success ...

“Green” Dealers Making A Difference

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 18:00:00 GMT

I’m excited to launch our Honda Environmental Leadership Award and Acura Environmental Leadership Award programs. The awards go to Honda and Acura dealers who have voluntarily reduced their energy use by 10 percent or more, developed water conservation measures, and implemented a recycling program. The Environmental Leadership Award programs are the logical next step in our effort to reduce our company’s environmental footprint in North America. Of course, Honda is known for its fuel...

A Perfect Fit – Honda’s Growing Auto Production in North America

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 01:45:00 GMT

Nearly 30 years after we began building the Honda Accord in America, the news that Honda will build the fuel-efficient Honda Fit in our new plant in Mexico is an important addition to the existing portfolio of passenger cars and light trucks we already produce in North America. Along with the announcement in January that we will build the Acura NSX in Ohio, the news about Fit means Honda will soon produce everything from subcompacts to super cars in North America - increasing our ability to more...

One Year After the Earthquake, Honda is Stronger than Ever

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 15:00:00 GMT

One year after the devastating earthquake and tsunami that struck Northeastern Japan on March 11, 2011, our thoughts remain with those whose lives were lost and the people of Japan who continue the effort to recover from this devastating natural disaster. We also very much appreciate the patience of our customers who were willing to experience a delay in the delivery of some products due to severe parts shortages caused by the earthquake. We are thankful for their loyalty and for the expressions...

Statement by American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Concerning State Attorneys General Review of Proposed Civic Hybrid Class Action Settlement

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:32:00 GMT

We continue to believe that the class action settlement pertaining to the fuel economy of some early-model Civic Hybrid vehicles represents a very good resolution for our customers. We look forward to a discussion with the State Attorneys General concerning the benefits that our customers will receive from the settlement. In recent weeks, a number of news stories have generated some confusion concerning the details of the settlement. This confusion includes incorrect information that the benefit...

Statement from American Honda Motor Co., Inc., regarding the resolution of the January 3rd small claims trial in Torrance, CA

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:52:00 GMT

American Honda intends to appeal the decision in Peters v. American Honda due to the substantial factual and legal errors reflected in the written decision. We regret that Ms. Peters is unhappy with the reported mileage for her particular driving experience. However, it is clearly pointed out on the federally required window label that accompanied her car that mileage will vary depending upon a number of factors including options, driving conditions, driving habits and vehicle condition. Those f...

Statement from American Honda Motor Co., Inc., regarding the resolution of the January 3rd small claims trial in Torrance, CA

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:07:00 GMT

Ridgeline Is Here to Stay

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 16:40:00 GMT

I would like to lay to rest any rumors about the future of the Honda Ridgeline. In no uncertain terms, the reports in the media that we have plans to discontinue the Ridgeline pick-up truck are false. To the contrary, Ridgeline has a significant role in the Honda line-up and it is expected to continue in the foreseeable future. Ridgeline was developed to meet the needs of our customers. They have told us that it is important to offer a pick-up truck and Honda will remain committed to both the ve...

Why We Are Committed to Carbon Disclosure

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 00:06:00 GMT

Over the past ten years, Honda has made a strong commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to global climate change. To enable key stakeholders to assess and take measure of our efforts to reduce our environmental impact – especially to reduce CO2 emissions – we also have made it a priority to disclose our strategies and activities on a regular basis. This week we were recognized by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) in their 2011 Global 500 Report for our effort...

Our Perspective... on Consumer Reports Review of the Civic LX

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 08:00:00 GMT

John Mendel Executive Vice President of Sales American Honda Motor Co., Inc. 08/02/2011 In life, sometimes you disagree even with those for whom you have the greatest respect. And it seems as if that is what has occurred with the Consumer Reports review of the 2012 Honda Civic LX. We have great respect for the magazine and its editors, but we fundamentally disagree with their suggestion that Civic doesn't rank among their recommended small cars. As for Consumer Reports, well, the magazine has na...