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Honda Accord News Archives

Honda Accord News Archives for October 2009

Oct 31, 2009 | AllCarsElectric

Honda Working on Hybrid System For Larger Vehicles, Possible Hybrid Minivan by 2011

The Honda Accord Hybrid never really caught on. Sales were low from the get go and Honda really had little choice but to cancel the vehicle.

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Related Topix: Hybrid Vehicles, Honda, Honda Odyssey, Honda Civic - Hybrid, Electric Vehicle

Oct 31, 2009 | Motor Trend

Why Ford, Nissan and GM Shouldn't Go Nuts With Small Cars

Would you buy a Nissan subcompact like the March/Micra replacement? Would you buy that Nissan subcompact with a three-cylinder engine and CVT? You might remember that Nissan revealed details of its new V-Platform for the b-segment just before the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show .

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Related Topix: Ford Focus, Ford, Honda, Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Toyota, Toyota Camry, Opinion

Fri Oct 30, 2009

American Society for Quality

Ford Finds Road to Reliability

Last year, as the economy reeled and the auto industry teetered on the brink of collapse, Ford Motor Co.

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Related Topix: Ford Focus, Ford, Honda, Toyota Corolla, Toyota, Toyota Camry

Thu Oct 29, 2009

TCC Confidential

Consumer Reports Reliability Survey: Ford Beats Japan

Honda , Toyota , Acura and Lexus all have deservedly solid reputations for reliability and quality.

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Related Topix: Honda Insight, Hybrid Vehicles, Honda, Toyota, Toyota Camry, Lexus Es, Lexus

Left Lane News

Updated sketch: Accord/Camry-fighting Volkswagen New Mid-Market Sedan

After months with nothing but quiet rumors, Volkswagen has released a more detailed official sketch of its upcoming as-of-yet unnamed "New Mid-Market Sedan," or NMS.

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Related Topix: Volkswagen, Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen New Beetle, Volkswagen Jetta, Honda, Toyota, Toyota Camry

Wed Oct 28, 2009

Fox 8 - WJW

Consumer Reports Most Reliable Family Car List

DETROIT Ford Motor Co. has secured its position as the only domestic automaker with world-class reliability, according to a report released today by Consumer Reports at a lunch event in Detroit hosted by the Automotive Press Association.

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Related Topix: Hybrid Vehicles, Mercury Milan, Mercury, Toyota Prius, Toyota, Toyota Camry, Honda, Chevrolet Malibu, Chevrolet

Scotsman.com Business - Business

In full Accord on technical merits of Honda

HONDA is a company that likes to do its own thing. Just as the trend for sleek, "sportback"-style estate cars seems to have waned, the company pitches in with its Accord Tourer, perhaps reasoning that with most manufacturers looking to build big holdalls, a gap in the market may open for something slinky and stylish.

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Related Topix: Honda

GreenCarReports

Greenest Car Company, Honda, Goes Greener Yet, Harder and Faster

Honda has the highest average fleet mileage of any volume carmaker selling in the U.S. market today.

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Related Topix: Honda, Honda Civic, Hybrid Vehicles, Honda Insight, Honda Odyssey, Honda CR-V

Tue Oct 27, 2009

WTSP-TV Saint Petersburg

Consumer Reports: Ford revs up reliability

Some Ford cars are less likely to have repair problems than some sedans from Honda and Toyota.

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Related Topix: Toyota Prius, Hybrid Vehicles, Toyota, Toyota Camry, Honda

MarketWatch

Ahead of the Curve: Ford scores high marks in key reliability study

For the first time in five years, a sedan rolled out by a U.S. car company has managed to topple the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord in a closely watched reliability study released on Tuesday.

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Related Topix: Ford, Ford Taurus, Hybrid Vehicles, Honda, Toyota, Toyota Camry, Toyota Motor, Automakers, Toyota Prius

Mon Oct 26, 2009

CanadianDriver

Feature: Honda Civic a " 36 years in Canada

While many vehicle models come and go, the Honda Civic celebrates its 36th anniversary in Canada in 2009, where it has been an unequivocal success story.

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Related Topix: Honda, Honda Civic, Canada, Acura, Acura MDX

Sun Oct 25, 2009

Associated Content

The Toyota Prius is the Modern Day VW Beetle

But Can it Out Love the "Love Bug?" The Toyota Prius is the ultimate in "geek chic." It's styling reminds you of either a little ladybug or a puppy scooting on its haunches as fast as it can away from the big dogs .

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Related Topix: Toyota Prius, Hybrid Vehicles, Toyota, Honda

Sat Oct 24, 2009

NBCAutoShow

2010 Dodge Avenger

TheCarConnection.com has driven the Avenger, along with all of the other mid-size sedan models, to bring you details about how it matches up.

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Related Topix: Dodge Avenger, Dodge, Chrysler, Chrysler Sebring, Honda, Toyota, Toyota Camry, Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai

Fri Oct 23, 2009

Detroit Free Press

Transit Connect does job cheaply

Got the Econoline Blues? Need a cheap, roomy van to haul your indie band's gear from one college town to the next? Your plumbing company's profits circling the drain as gasoline prices rise? You're a handyman who needs a handy van? Ford's ready to change your tune with the 2010 Transit Connect.

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Related Topix: Ford, Ford Econoline, Toyota Corolla, Toyota, Chevrolet Express, Chevrolet, GMC, GMC Savana, Dodge Grand Caravan, Dodge, Honda

PR-inside.com

Philadelphia Honda Shoppers Placing Orders for the 2010 Accord Crosstour at Martin Main Line

Ardmore, PA, October 23, 2009 -- This week in Philadelphia, Martin Main Line dealership is highlighting Hondaa s brand new 2010 Accord Crosstour.

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Related Topix: Honda, Philadelphia, PA, Ardmore, PA, Acura, Acura TL

Thu Oct 22, 2009

NationMultimedia.com - Business

Honda promises Thai hybrid

Honda Motor president Takanobu Ito has confirmed the launch of a hybrid car in Thailand, although he did not disclose which model and when it would be sold.

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Related Topix: Hybrid Vehicles, Honda, Honda Motorcycles, Motorcycles, Electric Vehicle

Manila Bulletin

Koreans gain ground

If there's still any doubt about South Korean cars having made inroads into the psyche of Pinoy motorists, the results of the 2009 Auto Focus People's Choice Awards should lay them to rest.

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Related Topix: South Korea, World News, Asia, Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Santa Fe, Hyundai, Honda, Honda Civic

Muskogee Phoenix

All male jury selected in murder case

Jury selection began and ended Wednesday in the first-degree murder trial of Enrique Pacheco, 20, of Muskogee.

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Related Topix: Muskogee, OK, Muskogee County, OK, Honda, Honda Civic

Wed Oct 21, 2009

Car and Driver

2010 Nissan Altima Sedan - First Drive Review

While much of our affinity and enthusiasm for Nissan is directed toward its extroverted - and very talented - 370Z sports car, the model that makes most of Nissan's U.S. endeavors possible is the popular Altima line.

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Related Topix: Nissan Altima, Nissan, Honda, Toyota, Toyota Camry, Autos

Bizcommunity

Classy, comfortable and safe Legacy

Subaru has just unveiled its latest generation Legacy premium sedan which is not only the handsomest Legacy ever built but it is also substantially bigger, roomier, safer and a oegreenera than any of the previous models.

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Related Topix: Subaru Legacy, Subaru, Honda

Tue Oct 20, 2009

MiniCooperReviews

Mini Cooper Auto Insurance: Tiny Car, Cheap Insurance?

So you just purchased a Mini Cooper and you're so excited about cashing in on gas and insurance savings that you've already started planning that spring break getaway trip to Hawaii.

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Related Topix: Mini Cooper, Mini, Mini Cooper S, Honda Insight, Hybrid Vehicles, Honda, Volkswagen, Volkswagen Jetta

The Car Connection

Honda Considering Faster Model Updates To Beat Competition

The new car market is starting to get just a little overcrowded with quality vehicles, and in a time where customers all around the world are cutting back on their spending, things like performance, fuel-economy and overall value is now more important than ever.

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Related Topix: Honda

Mon Oct 19, 2009

TheCarConnection

VW'S New Midsize Sedan Likely To Replace Passat In U.S.

You read it first from our very own Marty Padgett and now a new report is also claiming that Volkswagen will likely replace the Passat in the U.S. with its upcoming midsize sedan due in 2011.

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Related Topix: Volkswagen, Volkswagen Passat, Toyota, Toyota Camry, Honda, Chattanooga, TN

Sun Oct 18, 2009

Whittier Daily News

Driver carjacked at Jack in the Box in Industry

A 1998 black Honda Accord was stolen during a carjacking early Friday at a Jack in the Box restaurant.

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Related Topix: Industry, CA, Honda, Los Angeles County, CA

Sat Oct 17, 2009

LuxuryCarReport

Fiat to Make Chrysler a Luxury Brand

Here we go again Chrysler wants to become a luxury brand. Fiat is seeing the Chrysler brand competing in the luxury space, according to a recent article in US News & World Report.

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Related Topix: Volkswagen, Volkswagen Phaeton, Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Golf, Honda, Ford, Ford Taurus

Daily Herald

Honda exec: Updates may come faster

Honda Motor Co.'s top U.S. auto executive says the company may have to update its models faster because the competition is getting so tough in segments where the Japanese automaker has strong sales.

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Related Topix: Honda, Toyota Motor, Automakers, General Motors, Chevrolet Malibu, Chevrolet

Fri Oct 16, 2009

TheCarConnection

2010 Hyundai Sonata

Last year the Sonata got a light touch-up at the front and rear, with most of the sedan's sheetmetal carried over; that's fine as the Sonata is nicely proportioned, if a bit conservative.

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Related Topix: Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai, Publishing, Media, Honda

Thu Oct 15, 2009

ScrippsNews

Autos: New Legacy is larger than any of its predecessors

Autos: New Legacy is larger than any of its predecessors Submitted by SHNS on Thu, 10/15/2009 - 16:04 To continue challenging primo competitors like the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord and Nissan Altima, Subaru is offering the Legacy at prices that threaten those front-drive rivals.

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Related Topix: Subaru Legacy, Subaru, Subaru Outback, Subaru Forester, Honda, Toyota, Toyota Camry

KING5 Seattle News

New Ford Taurus is a return of an American classic

There have been great love affairs over the years. Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor, Brad and Angelina, Gomez and Morticia.

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Related Topix: Ford, Ford Taurus, Honda, Acura, Acura TL, Toyota, Toyota Avalon, Seattle, WA

Wed Oct 14, 2009

Popular Mechanics

2010 Nissan Altima Test Drive: Subtle Improvements for Nissan's Best Seller

The Nissan Altima battles head-to-head against giants like Toyota's Camry and Honda's Accord.

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Related Topix: Nissan Altima, Nissan, Toyota, Toyota Camry, Honda, Motorcycles

Tue Oct 13, 2009

OSNews.com

Apple, Psystar File Motions for Summary Judgement

Now that all the nastiness of the discovery phase is behind us in the Apple vs. Psystar case, both parties are trying to get the case settled before it goes to court, much like the recent Vernor vs.

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Related Topix: Science / Technology, Apple, Computers, DMCA News, Honda

Mon Oct 12, 2009

Matter Network

Infiniti M35 Hybrid

Nissan announced this week that it will produce a hybrid gas-electric version of its Infiniti M luxury performance sedan, to go on sale in 2011.

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Related Topix: Hybrid Vehicles, Infiniti, Electric Vehicle, Honda

Sun Oct 11, 2009

Associated Content

2010 Honda Accord EX-L V6 Vs. Nissan Altima SR 3.5 V6

Why Not Buy a Basic A3 or A4? If you just checked the sticker prices of these top of the line, best selling 6 cylinder family sedans you may be doing a double take.

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Related Topix: Nissan Altima, Nissan, Honda, Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai

Super Street

1995 Honda Accord

This 1995 Honda Accord, is one of the many Tuner Cars featured here at Super Street.Check out some pictures, comments, and ratings of this Accord below, as well as other info about this ride.

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Related Topix: Honda, Honda S2000, Honda Prelude, Honda Civic

Sat Oct 10, 2009

San Diego Union-Tribune

Wheels: Hyundai Sonata might not get recognition it deserves

Curb weight: 3,494 pounds FEATURES Standard equipment includes: remote entry, leather-trimmed seats, dual automatic temperature control, Infinity audio system , steering wheel audio controls, cruise control, heated front seats, power-adjusted driver seat with lumbar, 17-inch alloy wheels, power sunroof, fog lights, power windows-locks-mirrors ...

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Related Topix: Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai, Nissan Altima, Honda, Nissan, Toyota, Toyota Camry

Fri Oct 09, 2009

Augusta Chronicle

What is it?

Last week's photo showed the 2010 Acura ZDX, a four-door hatchback from Honda's luxury division.

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Related Topix: Honda Insight, Hybrid Vehicles, Honda, Toyota Prius, Toyota, Augusta, GA

Thu Oct 08, 2009

McClatchy DC

FBI says tracking teen in Dallas terror plot was difficult

The FBI had Hosam "Sam" Smadi under surveillance in the months before the Jordanian national was accused of trying to blow up a Dallas skyscraper, according to newly released court documents.

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Related Topix: Honda

Wed Oct 07, 2009

Edmunds.com News

Revealed: 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour Interior

Photos of the all-new 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour's interior were released on the Web today.

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Related Topix: Honda, Torrance, CA

Tue Oct 06, 2009

Consumer Reports

First impression: Suzuki Kizashi

"Does the world really need another family sedan?" During a visit from Suzuki, this was the opening line of the execs' presentation--not a question we asked them.

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Related Topix: Marketing, Toyota, Toyota Camry, Honda, Autos

Mon Oct 05, 2009

Tucson Region

Vehicle thefts down sharply; Tucson still prime ground

The 1994 Honda Accord is a top-10 theft target, according to crime analysts. autodeadline areas hit hardest by thieves, what they're stealing 37,218 Number of vehicles stolen in Arizona, down 25 percent from 2007.

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Related Topix: Honda, 9, Modesto Metro, Bakersfield Metro, Honda Civic

Sun Oct 04, 2009

MySanAntonio.com

Redesigned Ford Fusion more stylish

The 2010 Ford Fusion has a lot more standard content - making it seem more like a luxury car than a mass-market model.

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Related Topix: Hybrid Vehicles, Ford Escape, Ford, Toyota Camry, Toyota, Honda, Nissan Altima, Nissan, Kia Optima, Kia, Opinion

Sat Oct 03, 2009

News Press

Car sale figures dented

A double whammy hit Southwest Florida's car sellers in September: a lack of cars to sell, and a hangover from the cash for clunkers program.

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Related Topix: Fort Myers, FL, Dodge Ram, Dodge, 9, Toyota, Toyota Camry Solara, Honda, Toyota Corolla

Fri Oct 02, 2009

San Francisco Chronicle

New Ford Fusion hybrid

Ford has redesigned its midsize Fusion sedan for 2010, and has added a gasoline-hybrid model to the lineup as well.

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Related Topix: Hybrid Vehicles, Ford Escape, Ford, Toyota, Toyota Camry, Electric Vehicle, Mercury Milan, Mercury, Honda

USA Today

Clunker hangover knocks sales down at Chrysler, Ford, GM

Top ten selling vehicles in September and the percent change in sales from September 2008: Ford F-series: 3.5% Toyota Camry/Solara: -12.7% Honda Accord: -6.9% Toyota Corolla/Matrix: -2.7% Chevrolet Silverado: -61.5 % Honda Civic: -25.4% Honda CR-V: -8.6% Dodge Ram: -35.4% Chevrolet Impala: -51.9% Nissan Altima: -24.3% JOIN THE CONVERSATION Hit the ...

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Related Topix: Ford Focus, Ford, Ford Taurus, Toyota, Toyota Camry Solara, Honda, Toyota Corolla, Autos

Thu Oct 01, 2009

Associated Content

Get the Facts on Stolen Vehicles in 2008

The National Insurance Crime Bureau is a great resource for car buyers. This not-for-profit organization partners with law enforcement and insurers to prevent insurance fraud and crime.

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Related Topix: 9, Honda, Honda Civic, Toyota, Toyota Camry, Ford, Ford Explorer

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