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Honda EV-Ster Concept 2011
In this post we are talking about Honda EV-Ster Concept 2011
Honda EV-Ster Concept 2011
The Honda EV-STER made its world debut at the 2011 Tokyo Auto Show, previewing what the automaker calls a new-generation EV sports model. The slick concept is a significant step for Honda, which has been criticized for offering environmentally friendly, but boring vehicles. The Japanese automaker captured much of the limelight at the show on Wednesday, thanks to media reports that the EV-STER — and a new NSX — appear to be bound for production. The EV-STER, an electric rear-wheel-drive two-seater, uses an all-new platform. Honda plans to offer the production version of the car with either a gasoline engine or as a pure electric vehicle. The EV-STER is equipped with a lithium-ion battery and has an output of 78 horsepower. Honda says it sprints from zero to 37 mph in 5.0 seconds and has a range of about 99 miles. Honda says the driving range was made possible by the "adoption of carbon materials." Read more: Honda EV-Ster Concept 2011
Honda S2000 Type S 2008
In this post we are talking about Honda S2000 Type S 2008
Honda S2000 Type S 2008
It’s still up in the air if Honda is ever going to release an all-new S2000, but that isn’t stopping the automaker from releasing special versions of the current car. Honda has just released the S2000 Type S for the Japanese market which is very close to the S2000 CR that we are getting on these shores. Both the S2000 Type S and S2000 CR come with stiffer suspensions, a new aerodynamic body kit, a massive rear wing and unique 17" inch wheels. There are only two differences between the cars. First the S2000 CR’s suspension is calibrated more for the track while the suspension on the Type S is more geared for the fast winding in Japan. Therefore the suspension rates on the Type S are a little softer compared to those on the CR. The second difference between the two cars is that the CR has a removable aluminum hardtop and the Type S does not. Read more: Honda S2000 Type S 2008
2008 Honda S2000
In this post we are talking about 2008 Honda S2000
2008 Honda S2000
The Honda S2000 has long been an impressive, fun-to-drive roadster for the price, but its appeal is tarnished by its dearth of amenities and aging design. Nimble chassis, rev-happy engine, minimalist design, impressive amount of performance for the price. The 2008 Honda S2000 adds a new trim, the performance-oriented CR. This racer-inspired edition brings with it track-oriented suspension settings, reduced curb weight, higher rigidity, a removable hardtop and extroverted, more aerodynamic bodywork. All S2000s this year have a revised gauge cluster, and Honda says it’s retuned the regular model’s suspension for better high-speed stability. REad more: 2008 Honda S2000
Honda OSM Concept 2008
In this post we are talking about Honda OSM Concept 2008
Honda OSM Concept 2008
Honda says that the OSM roadster on display at the 2008 British Motor Show is merely a design study, but given that "design study" is frequently a euphemism for "future design language," we wonder if we’re seeing the next iteration of Honda car styling. Frankly, we hope so, because this is worlds better than what we’ve seen from the automaker of late, from the Accord right on up to the bland and bloated Pilot. The OSM, short for Open Study Model, is a shapely two-seat convertible that we’d be happy to drive today. Well, maybe with headlamps that weren’t lightsaber-sized. Other than that, we love the jaunty look, especially in back, where the taillamps sweep gently from one side of the car to the other. Since it’s a styling exercise, there’s no specific powertrain combination associated with it, but Honda assures us that the car is an indication that lightweight, low-emissions motoring needn’t be boring. No kidding, guys. Inside, the cockpit basically evolves the two-tier instrument panel you’ll find in the current Civic into a far more attractive driving environment that we hope to see in road cars sooner than later. While Honda says there’s no plan to create a production sport/econo roadster like this anytime soon, somebody’s obviously thinking about it. Future S2000 replacement, maybe? "Design studies" such as this don’t happen by accident. Read more: Honda OSM Concept 2008
Honda S2000 CR Concept 2007
In this post we are talking about Honda S2000 CR Concept 2007
Honda S2000 CR Concept 2007
"The S2000 CR is the closest thing you can get to a Honda-built racecar with license plate holders and a horn," said John Mendel, executive vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "Its features and equipment are designed to appeal to weekend club racing enthusiasts." The full-body aerodynamic package reduces lift through large and highly-tuned front and rear spoilers. Exclusive chassis features include a quicker steering ratio, Bridgestone Potenza RE070 tires, a wider rear tire size, firmer springs and dampers, larger stabilizer bars and a new wheel design in a dark gray color. Substantial structural bracing has been added to the storage area previously occupied by the soft top, resulting in additional rigidity. The aluminum hard top replaces the soft top of the conventional S2000, resulting in an overall weight savings of approximately 90 pounds when removed (relative to the current S2000). The exclusive interior is highlighted by unique cloth seating surfaces with yellow stitching, a unique spherical aluminum shifter and carbon fiber-style trim panels. Air conditioning and an AM/FM Stereo with CD player are optional equipment. Standard features for the S2000 include 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels, ABS and Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA). While VSA serves to effectively enhance driver control during acceleration, braking, and cornering, the system can be disabled with the touch of a button when conditions warrant it. Read more: Honda S2000 CR Concept 2007
Honda S2000 2004
In this post we are talking about Honda S2000 2004
Honda S2000 2004
A sports car that makes few compromises, the 2004 Honda S2000 is one of the more visceral cars sold in America. And yes, that’s a good thing. Agile chassis, rev-happy engine, minimalist design, optional hardtop, high level of performance for the price. Honda has made a number of enhancements to the 2004 Honda S2000. Most importantly, a larger 2.2-liter engine has been fitted. This, along with revised transmission gearing, is meant to improve power delivery. Other changes include updated suspension tuning, 17-inch wheels (16s were the previous standard), upgraded brakes, larger tailpipes and restyled front and rear bumpers with new headlights and taillights. Read more: Honda S2000 2004
2004 Honda A&L Racing S2000
In this post we are talking about 2004 Honda Aan&L Racing S2000
2004 Honda A&L Racing S2000
Although packing “only” four cylinders, Honda’s S2000 has established itself as a powerful player in a market in which it appears seriously outgunned. But since when is good enough? What if its already-go-kart-tight handling were even tighter? What if the S2000’s 8000-rpm 2.2-liter’s 110-hp-per-liter specific output were even higher? A&L Racing presented this S2000 as an answer, employing a Comptech supercharger to cram air through a liquid-to-air intercooler, and exhaling through a custom Modula exhaust. Koni, Eibach, Comptech, and Brembo contributed various pieces to the suspension, and Sparco donated seats and a steering wheel for the interior. Read more: 2004 Honda AandL Racing S2000
Honda S2000 2002
In this post we are talking about Honda S2000 2002
Honda S2000 2002
When Honda’s two-passenger S2000 roadster went on sale as a 2000 model, impatient buyers were willing to pay considerable extra dollars for an early edition. The high-revving sports car was initially available in limited numbers, and it’s still a hot item on the market. According to Automotive News, Honda sold 9,682 S2000 roadsters in the United States in 2001, which represents a substantial increase from the 6,797 units sold in the previous calendar year. A new glass rear window with a defroster goes on the 2002 model. Honda says the six-speed-manual transmission has been improved to yield smoother and quieter shifts. An upgraded stereo includes door-mounted tweeters. Refined taillights are fitted with chrome rings. Interior refinements include an upgraded console, door-panel net storage pockets, a new aluminum/leather shift knob, an aluminum-accented footrest and silver trim accents. Read more:Honda S2000 2002
2000 Honda S2000
In this post we are talking about 2000 Honda S2000
2000 Honda S2000
Imagine if Formula One engineers built a sports car. Well, they did, and it’s Honda’s new S2000. When it needed engineers to take the SSM concept car from show car to sports car, Honda found them in its racing department. The goal was to develop a convertible two-seater with quick acceleration, taut handling, crisp shifting, great braking ability, and looks to kill. After driving the S2000 on the French Riviera and at our test track, we feel it’s reached the goal. Honda plans to build 15,000 cars for model year 2000, 5000 of which will be sold in the U.S. beginning next month. The S2000 did better on the test track and costs less than the cars Honda says are its main competition, the Porsche Boxster and the BMW Z3 2.8, even though it produces less horsepower and torque. The S2000 ran the slalom at 70.3 mph and stopped from 60 mph in a short 110 feet (thanks to 11.8-inch front and 11.1-inch-diameter rear disc brakes). It only took the S2000 5.8 seconds to reach 60 mph, and it did the quarter mile in 14.2 at 98.1. This compares favorably to 6.3 seconds 0-60 and 14.8 seconds at 91.4 mph for the BMW, and 6.0 seconds 0-60 and 14.5 at 94.6 for the Porsche. Read more: Honda S2000 2000
Honda Civic Del Sol 1993
In this post we are talking about Honda Civic Del Sol 1993
Honda Civic Del Sol 1993
The sun, that’s what Honda wants you to think of when you picture this open-air replacement for the CRX. Poised to recapture some of the two-seater market from the Mazda Miata, the del Sol offers solid performance and value. Usable trunk space and improved body rigidity are the benefits the del Sol has over its rivals. We think, however, that the Miata’s superior horsepower and rear-wheel drive will prove to be more fun in the long run. Honda Civic Del Sol 1993