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IF YOU THOUGHT YOU CAN'T BUY A RELIABLE VEHICLE FOR UNDER $10,000, THINK AGAIN!
 
WEST END UNDER TEN IS ON PRINCESS STREET, JUST WEST OF KINGSTON HONDA'S MAIN DEALERSHIP. IT ALWAYS FEATURES 25 OR MORE LOCALLY-TRADED PRE-OWNED VEHICLES, ALL PRICED UNCER $10,000. SEE OUR GREAT SELECTION OR VISIT US ONLINE.
 
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Racing fans help Honda Canada raise more than $75,000 for
Make-A-Wish Canada® through fundraising initiatives at Honda Indy Toronto
TORONTO (July 11, 2011) - After many exciting fundraising initiatives on and off the track, the
Ontario Honda Dealers Association (OHDA) and Honda Canada Inc. announce that, together with
generous racing fans, more than $75,000 was raised for Make-A-Wish Canada. This year's fundraising
activities included OHDA's Free Friday, Pit Stop Challenges, Paul Tracy's suit-signing and more. This
is the second year Honda Canada and Paul Tracy have worked together in support of Make-A-Wish
Canada.
"We are so thankful to have corporations like Honda support our commitment to give hope to children
with life-threatening medical conditions through the granting of magical wishes," said Jennifer Ritter,
Chief Executive Officer, Make-A-Wish Canada. "Events like the Honda Indy, and people like Paul Tracy
and the folks at Honda Canada and OHDA, really help us generate the awareness and funds we need to
fulfill our mission."
Visitors to the Honda Indy Toronto and various race week events were invited to offer a donation in
exchange for interactive activities that included racing simulators, tire-change challenges and pitching
cages. For a donation, racing fans were also invited to sign Paul Tracy's race suit worn during Sunday's
Honda Indy Toronto race. The highlight of the fundraising activities was the OHDA's second annual
"Free Friday" at the track, which invited fans to make a donation and attend Friday's practice and
qualifying sessions.
"For the second straight year, we are thrilled that Free Friday was such a success," said Brian Tafler,
President, Ontario Honda Dealers Association. "We're proud to cover the costs of admission for race fans
on Friday in hopes of receiving donations to Make-a-Wish Canada. They definitely answered the call."
"Racing is in our DNA at Honda, and so is our belief in the power of dreams," said Jean-Marc Leclerc,
Assistant Vice President of Marketing, Honda Canada. "This donation will help make dreams come true
for numerous children facing life-threatening challenges and that's a cause we truly believe in and are
proud to stand behind. We'd also like to thank all the generous racing fans for their strong support and
enthusiasm throughout another great Honda Indy Toronto."
Note: Additional High-Rez Photos are also available upon request
About the Ontario Honda Dealers Association:
The Ontario Honda Dealers Association, which was founded in 1989, represents 78 Honda dealers
located in 62 communities throughout Ontario, which is home to the two Honda of Canada Mfg.
assembly plants that produce Civic, Canada's number one selling car, in addition to the Acura MDX,
ZDX and CSX. The 78 Honda dealerships in Ontario, which have a proven track record for providing
maximum customer satisfaction, employ approximately 3,000 associates.
About Honda Indy Toronto
The Honda Indy Toronto, Ontario's largest annual sporting event, takes place from July 8 to 10 on the
streets surrounding Exhibition Place near Lake Ontario and downtown Toronto. With 25 years of Indy
car racing history in Toronto, the Honda Indy Toronto is among the most respected motorsports events in
North America and features a week-long festival-like atmosphere that includes the fastest racing series on
the planet, celebrity athletes, live entertainment and interactive activities. For more information,
visit www.HondaIndyToronto.com
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About Make-A-Wish Canada
Make-A-Wish Canada is a dynamic wish-granting organization that brings hope, strength and joy to
children across Canada living with life-threatening medical conditions. Along with the national office,
seven independent regional chapters grant magical wishes to children in need from coast-to-coast. Make-
A-Wish Canada is an affiliate of Make-A-Wish® International, the largest wish-granting organization in
the world, making dreams and wishes come true for more than 250,000 children since 1980. To learn
more, visit www.makeawish.ca
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About Honda Canada
Honda Canada Inc. was founded in 1969. Honda Canada has produced more than 5 million cars and
trucks since 1986 at its two assembly facilities in Alliston, Ontario, including the popular Civic Coupe,
Sedan and Civic Si models. Since the Civic was first launched in 1973, Canadians have bought more
than 1.6 million Civics nationally, 930,000 of which are still on the road today. Honda Canada has
invested more than $2.6 billion in Canada and each year it sources nearly $1.1 billion in goods and
services from Canadian suppliers. Honda Canada has sold more than 3.4 million Honda and Acura
passenger cars and light-duty trucks in Canada.

MARKHAM, Ontario (June 16, 2011) - Acura reports that it sold its 400,000th vehicle in Canada, marking a major milestone for the luxury manufacturer. Acura is the first Japanese luxury car company to reach this milestone in Canada.
 
"We want to sincerely thank our Canadian customers who have embraced the Acura brand over the past 24 years for the luxury, performance and technology of its vehicles," said Jerry Chenkin, Executive Vice President, Honda Canada Inc. "Acura has become an integral part of Canada's luxury car landscape since it was launched in 1987. And after nearly 25 years of sales in Canada, four of every five Acura vehicles are still on the road, which is a testament to Acura's renowned durability.
 
"Another important fact is that of the 400,000 Acura vehicles sold in Canada, more than one-third of those were also built right here in Canada," said Chenkin, who was in charge of Acura sales and marketing from 1994 to 2001.
 
Acura, the first Japanese luxury car manufacturer in Canada, has a proud heritage of firsts, including
 
First all-aluminum body production vehicle (1990 Acura NSX)
First variable valve timing system (1992 Acura Integra)
First luxury car that was designed and built exclusively for the Canadian market (1996 Acura EL)
First luxury import brand to design, engineer and assemble a vehicle in North America (1996 Acura CL)
First in-dash, satellite-linked navigation system (1996 Acura RL)
First dual-stage driver and passenger side airbags (1999 Acura TL)
First 3-row luxury SUV (2001 Acura MDX)
First electronic Drive-By-Wire throttle system (2005 Acura RL)
First brand to offer Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® technology as standard equipment (2004 Acura TL)
First use of acoustic windshield glass (2004 Acura MDX)
First torque-vectoring all-wheel-drive system - Super Handling-All Wheel Drive® (2005 Acura RL)
First brand to offer Active Noise Cancellation (2005 Acura MDX)
 

 

Acura offers a full line of technologically advanced performance luxury vehicles. The 2011 Acura lineup features seven distinctive models including the RL luxury performance sedan, the TL performance luxury sedan, the TSX sports sedan, the Canadian-exclusive CSX luxury compact sedan, the turbocharged RDX luxury crossover SUV, and the Canadian-built MDX luxury sport utility vehicle and ZDX four-door sports coupe.

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As the first car to wear the Honda Factory Performance (HFP) badge in Canada, the Accord HFP Coupe really is something special. On top of its perky V6 engine, it takes on a new customized look with genuine Honda Factory Performance components like 19" alloy wheels, side, front and rear underbody spoilers, and Michelin Primacy MXM4 tires. You'll be locked into every curve and corner with the HFP suspension package that lowers the car's height and improves handling. And since there are only 200 limited edition Accord packages, you can rest assured your standout car will stand out even more.

Honda Factory Performance (HFP) is about more than Honda's commitment to crafting reliable, high-performance vehicles. It's about supplying excitement and exhilaration to those who know driving is so much more than getting from one place to another. It's about taking Honda's race-inspired engineering to a new level. It's about transforming already head-turning vehicles into awe-inspiring collector's items. Most of all, Honda Factory Performance is about the pure thrill of the ride.

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Our friends over at Car and Driver heard it directly from the horse's mouth that the Japanese automaker is currently prepping the successful CR-V for launch this fall as a 2012 model.

The news isn't surprising in itself, as Honda is in the habit of redesigning its models every five years or so, and the little SUV is nearing its expiry date.

Judging by the work accomplished with the Civic, we can mostly expect minor aesthetic changes both inside and out, as well as a few tweaks to the new engine to improve fuel economy.

If our predictions are correct, the same four-cylinder mill and five-speed transmission should be back.

In 2010, a total of 24,930 CR-Vs were sold in Canada, 34% more than the previous year.

Kingston Honda is proud to annouce that they have been awarded the luxury Acura franchise for the city of Kingston! The newly constructed Kingston Acura facility will be located directly adjacent to Kingston Honda.
 
Construction is expected to begin in 2011. Stay tuned for details.
 

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The all-new 2011 Honda CR-Z sport hybrid coupe is the answer you've been looking for: a cool, pulse-quickening hybrid coupe that's both fun to drive and easy on the eyes.

Just one look and you'll see that the CR-Z's distinctive profile embodies bold, athletic styling and modern elegance. Its low-slung hood, broad forward stance, sleek lines and aggressive front grille all conspire to turn heads. It looks like no other car on the road.

Once inside, you'll fall for the CR-Z's upscale, sporty interior, appointed with ergonomically intuitive controls. Its high-tech gauge cluster illuminates with a three-dimensional vibrant blue hue that's sure to attract your attention right when you need it.

The passenger side offers an open, comfortable space. Heavily bolstered seats with premium sport-oriented cloth are designed to provide excellent lateral support, ensuring you're poised for a spirited ride. A mid-ship console behind the front seats optimizes cargo space, and a hard-shell separator can be closed to create additional hidden storage.

The CR-Z is powered by a 1.5-litre i-VTEC® engine with Honda's compact and lightweight Integrated Motor Assist(tm) (IMA®) hybrid-electric system. But the choice is all yours in how you want this coupe to roll, thanks to a new three-mode drive system that allows you to select between Sport, Econ (Economy) and Normal driving modes. Each delivers a different driving characteristic, depending on the driving conditions you're in.

In "Sport" mode, the CR-Z's responsive 122 horses and 128 lb.-ft. of torque can truly be pushed on winding country roads. Its standard 6-speed manual transmission seamlessly downshifts as you take flat corners, and the MacPherson strut front suspension is tuned to deliver solid and dynamic handling for pure driving pleasure.

In "Econ" mode, the engine's responsiveness is tuned for optimal economy. The electric motor assist gives priority to fuel efficiency, and the air conditioning system reduces its overall load on the engine. Perfect for stop-and-go city driving.

"Normal" mode provides standard settings for steering, engine response, motor assist and air conditioning. Want to be a more environmentally friendly driver? The CR-Z offers an Eco Guide and an Eco scoring system to help you track and improve your driving performance over time.

The CR-Z sport hybrid coupe is engineered for responsible performance. It produces even fewer emissions than are regulated by government standards, emitting 89% fewer volatile organic compounds, 71% less nitrous oxide, 50% less carbon monoxide and 78% less formaldehyde than most new cars.* Now you don't have to abandon your passions to satisfy your conscience.

The CR-Z is well equipped at its starting price, too, with a host of standard features such as Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), a 360-watt AM/FM/CD/USB Premium audio system with 7 speakers including subwoofer, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink(tm) interface, automatic climate control, power windows and door locks, remote entry, cruise control, available High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights with auto-on/off fog lights, perforated leather-wrapped steering wheel, 16" aluminum-alloy wheels and more. Enough said? We think so.

The all-new Honda CR-Z is at the forefront of new thinking - the right combination of pure driving pleasure and responsible performance.

*Tier 2 Bin 2 versus Tier 2 Bin 5.

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Toronto - The all-new 2011 Honda Odyssey minivan is set to debut at dealers on October 22 with a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) ranging from $29,990 for the well-equipped Odyssey LX to $46,990 for the premium Odyssey Touring.

 
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The completely redesigned Odyssey improves for 2011 with greater interior functionality, a more distinctive style and improved fuel economy. Across all available models - the Odyssey LX, EX, EX-RES, EX-L and the fully-equipped Touring - more than 50 standard and available features have been added to enhance comfort, convenience, class-leading fuel efficiency and travel fun.

"The all-new Odyssey is set to once again redefine the minivan segment as the benchmark of minivans," said Jerry Chenkin, executive vice president of Honda Canada Inc. "Never before has so much space, functionality and comfort been combined with this much style, safety, advanced technology and fuel economy all in a fun-to-drive package."

With an MSRP of $29,990, the new entry-level Odyssey LX includes a surprising range of features with even more content than the current entry-level trim. "This is a dramatic value improvement for Canadian consumers," said Chenkin. Standard features on the LX include 8-way power driver seat, privacy tinted glass, battery management system, tire pressure monitoring system, vehicle stability assist with traction control, remote entry system, and Variable Cylinder Management for improved fuel economy.

Significant improvements for convenience include a new "3-mode" second-row seat design that expands laterally, along with a simpler-to-operate, one-motion, 60/40 split 3rd-row Magic Seat(R). The "3-mode" second row is designed to better accommodate three passengers with improved comfort, and the new "wide mode" supports third-row pass-through access from the side with as many as two child seats in place in the second row. The third row provides improved legroom, along with better sight lines out of the side windows, which is a functional improvement resulting from the exterior's signature "lightning-bolt" belt line.

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Honda was the first automaker to put a hybrid on the road with the original Insight in December 1999 and it wants to reclaim its place at the big kid's table with the resurrection of the name on an all-new hybrid.
 
The automaker formally unveiled the five-door hatch at the 2008 Paris auto show. The same car will first appear in the U.S. at this fall's Los Angeles Auto Show, with the production model to debut at the North American International Auto Show in January.
 
The Insight rides on an all-new platform as a bespoke hybrid, as opposed to offering a hybrid version of an existing vehicle as is the case with the current Honda Civic hybrid and the Honda Fit hybrid planned by 2015.
 
The Insight will be smaller than a Civic and CEO Takeo Fukui says it will be priced significantly below current hybrids. We expect it to start at about $19,000, which will make it the least expensive hybrid on the market. "This new Insight will break new ground as an affordable hybrid within the reach of customers who want great fuel economy and great value," Fukui says in a statement.
 
The on-sale date for the Insight is April 22--Earth Day--and the automaker is projecting global annual sales of 200,000, half of which are for the North American market. But Honda is known for erring on the conservative side, and given that it will go head-to-head with the Toyota Prius, which has sold almost 120,000 in the first eight months of this year in the U.S. alone, we would not be surprised to see Honda exceed these modest forecasts.
 
In looks, the new hatch bears a familial resemblance to Honda's other poster car for alternative fuels--the FCX Clarity fuel-cell vehicle, but the Insight also shares an aerodynamically raked front, stubby tail, and an overall profile with the Prius. Both offer five-passenger seating and plenty of cargo space inside a relatively small body. The Insight's folding rear seats further accentuate the cargo hold.
 
In terms of propulsion, the Insight gets a smaller, lighter--and less-expensive--version of Honda's Integrated Motor Assist hybrid system that is in the Civic. The smaller pack of nickel-metal-hydride batteries is stored under the trunk floor. Honda says lithium-ion batteries aren't yet a viable option.
 
Official fuel-economy ratings haven't yet been released, but Honda officials have suggested that the fuel economy would be about the same as that of the current Civic hybrid, which is 40 mpg in the city and 45 on the highway
 
The Insight will be built on a new assembly line at Honda's Suzuka, Japan, plant, which currently builds the Civic hybrid. It is the first of a hybrid onslaught that also calls for production of the CR-Z hybrid sports car concept shown at the 2007 Tokyo auto show, a new Honda Civic hybrid, and the addition of the Fit hybrid--all by 2015, at which point the automaker's goal is to be selling half a million hybrids per year globally.
 

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The all-new 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will feature a versatile, upscale 5-passenger interior with an innovative rear storage area, a standard 3.5-liter i-VTEC V-6 engine and available four-wheel drive when it goes on sale.

"Honda has a longstanding reputation for maximizing interior space and utility in its vehicles," said Erik Berkman, vice president of corporate planning and logistics for American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "Like the award-winning Honda Fit, the Accord Crosstour uses a versatile design to create an interior that functions with the practicality of a larger vehicle."

The rear storage area features an innovative 8-inch deep under-floor Hidden Removable Utility Box with a reversible lid, featuring both plush-carpeted and durable-plastic sides. Levers near the interior fender wells, conveniently accessible from the tailgate opening, allow for one-touch conversion of the seats into the floor for additional cargo space.

The interior design is intended to enhance the feeling of width and space in the passenger cabin while creating a premium and accommodating atmosphere. The inset sculpting of the instrument panel along with a wide center console increases the sense of roominess. Intuitively grouped controls for the audio, climate and available navigation system are designed to operate with solidity and precision.

The exterior styling evolves the Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) concept by integrating a sleek and aerodynamic shape that blends sporty, low-profile contours with versatile CUV functionality.
 
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As proud sponsors of the NHL, we would like to commemorate this exciting sponsorship with the introduction of the NHL Edition. The NHL Edition trim replaces the EX trim and comes with a Honda DVD rear entertainment system with a 9-inch display, integrated remote control, wireless headsets with personal surround sound, and a 115-volt power outlet. Finally to top it off, the NHL Special Edition package will come with a unique chrome badge representing the NHL shield, along with an NHL "All Access" DVD.

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TOKYO, October 21, 2009 - Honda today debuted the much-anticipated CR-Z Concept 2009, the second concept version of the stylish, sporty hybrid coupe, at the 41st Tokyo Motor Show. While the vehicle displayed at the show is a global concept with a rear seat, the production version that will be introduced to Canada and the U.S. in the second half of 2010 will be packaged as a sporty, 2-seat hybrid that provides a personal driving experience for North American customers.
"The new Honda CR-Z will expand our lineup of hybrid vehicles and reinforce the fun-to-drive values associated with the Honda brand," said Jerry Chenkin, executive vice president of Honda Canada Inc. "Beyond dynamic styling and features, the CR-Z will bring new levels of engagement and fun to Canadians who are interested in a small car or a hybrid vehicle."
CR-Z will join the Insight and Civic Hybrid in the Honda hybrid lineup, each offering distinct benefits. Civic Hybrid, launched in 2003, was Honda's first mainstream model to feature hybrid power. The 2010 Insight, introduced in March 2009, ushered in a new era of affordability for a hybrid family sedan. The CR-Z is designed to break new ground as a sporty, hybrid coupe with unique value.
The production version of the Honda CR-Z will make its world debut at the 2010 North American International Auto Show in Detroit this coming January.
 
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Honda Canada Inc. has been named one of Canada's "Fifty Most Socially Responsible Corporations" in the Jantzi-Maclean's 2009 Corporate Responsibility Report. The report appeared in a recent issue of Maclean's magazine.
Jantzi Research Associates - an independent investment research firm -evaluates and monitors the social, environmental and governance performance of approximately 300 Canadian companies and income trusts. Jantzi uses a best-of-sector methodology to assess all constituents of the S&P/TSX Composite Index rather than excluding industries, and measures each firm against the standard of best practices in its industry.
According to Jantzi, the Fifty Most Socially Responsible Corporations are "selected on the basis of a broad range of social, environmental and governance indicators... [and] these companies are making Canada a better place."
The Maclean's brief highlights Honda's 2010 Insight hybrid passenger car as being "the most affordable hybrid currently available in North America," and gives prominence to Honda's FCX Clarity hydrogen fuel cell vehicle which was awarded the "2009 World Green Car" award.
Other initiatives featured in the brief include Honda's new "Eco-Assist" system in the Honda Insight, which is designed to help drivers optimize fuel efficiency; and Japan-based Honda Soltec Co. Ltd, a Honda subsidiary which is developing its own line of ultra-thin, non-silicone solar cells for home and vehicle use.
Honda is recognized for being an environmental leader among automotive manufacturers worldwide. In 1972, the Honda Civic CVCC engine was the world's first engine to comply with strict 1970 U.S. Clean Air Act emissions standard. Today, Honda is one of North America's most fuel-efficient car companies and a global leader in advanced fuel-cell technology.
Now in its 40th years of operations in Canada, Honda Canada Inc. has sold more than 3,200,000 Honda and Acura passenger cars and light-duty trucks. Nearly half of all Honda and Acura vehicles sold in Canada in 2008 were made in Canada - a higher percentage than any other vehicle manufacturer in Canada.
Honda Canada makes the Honda Civic and the Acura MDX and CSX at its two manufacturing plants in Alliston, Ontario, and produces fuel-efficient 4-cylinder engines at its engine plant, adjacent to its two plants.
 
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Acura will be adding a TSX sport wagon to its 2011 vehicle lineup, scheduled to arrive at Acura dealerships in the Fall of 2010. The TSX Sport Wagon will be based on the stylish TSX sports sedan with balanced performance and advanced technology. Additional information on the 2011 TSX Sport Wagon, including photos, will be available at a later date.
"After achieving record Acura sales in October, we're pleased to announce the launch next year of the all-new Sport Wagon to our TSX lineup," said Jerry Chenkin, executive vice president of Honda Canada Inc. "This new vehicle will provide our customers with more versatility in their choice of luxury sports vehicles.
 
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The all-new 2010 Acura ZDX four-door "sports coupe" will arrive at
Acura dealerships in Canada this winter with dramatic styling, outstanding performance and the
latest in advanced technology. The ZDX features coupe-like styling with the added benefit of a
commanding presence and flexible utility.
Staying true to the prototype model that made its debut at the 2009 New York Auto Show in
April, the production ZDX will feature the key design highlights of a panoramic glass roof, hidden
rear door handles and bold fender flares. The ZDX will be produced at the Honda of Canada Mfg.
assembly plant in Alliston, Ontario.
Along with dynamic styling, the ZDX will boast outstanding performance from a 3.7-litre V-6
engine combined with an all-new 6-speed automatic transmission. The 3.7-litre SOHC V-6 allaluminum
engine will generate 300 horsepower and 270 lb.-ft. of torque for quick acceleration
response, outstanding low- and mid-range torque, and superior high-rpm power.
The new 6-speed automatic transmission with steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters gives the
ZDX excellent acceleration while also enhancing fuel economy. Standard on the ZDX is Acura's
exclusive Super Handling All-Wheel Drive(tm) (SH-AWD®) system. The SH-AWD® system expands
the ZDX's appeal by providing outstanding handling as well as excellent all-season capability.
Standard on the ZDX are 19-inch, 7-spoke alloy wheels; the largest standard wheel in the Acura
lineup.
Inside, the ZDX exhibits the highest levels of refinement and sophistication. Every ZDX interior
will feature a hand-stitched leather dash, panels and sculpted centre console. The rich leather
appointments give the ZDX a warm and inviting feeling while creating an intimate cockpit for
both driver and front seat passenger.
The flexible utility of ZDX allows great utility, coupled with sleek styling. The ZDX can seat up to
five adults while maintaining a generous amount of cargo space behind the second row of seats.
The cargo area can also be expanded to accommodate longer objects, such as golf bags, by
removing side panels in the cargo-compartment sidewalls. As an added bonus, there is an
integrated under-floor storage area.
The Canadian-built Acura ZDX will be available in two distinct trim levels: ZDX & ZDX with
Technology Package. Like all Acura models, the ZDX will come generously equipped from the
start. The panoramic glass roof with moveable sunshades, hand-stitched leather interior,
HandsFreeLink(tm) Bluetooth® connectivity, power tailgate, and a high powered audio system with
CD player, AM/FM/XM radio, and USB audio interface with iPod® integration are all standard
features.
The ZDX with Technology Package adds several features, including a Navigation System with
Bilingual Voice Recognition(tm), an Acura/ELS Surround® premium audio system and a new multiview
rear camera.
When the ZDX goes on sale this winter, it will bring a new level of prestige to the Acura lineup.
Additional details about the new Acura ZDX will be available later in the year. Acura is the
luxury-performance division of Honda Canada Inc. Seven distinct vehicles (CSX, TSX, TL, RL,
RDX, ZDX and MDX) are marketed under the Acura brand. The Acura ZDX, MDX and CSX are
produced, along with Canada's best-selling car - Honda Civic, at the Honda of Canada Mfg.
facility in Alliston, Ontario.
 
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The 2010 Acura RDX goes on sale across Canada on August 10 with a fresh new exterior look, a more luxurious interior, new technology features and improved fuel economy. With a sales increase in Canada of 17 per cent for the first half of 2009, the turbocharged RDX continues to be a leading compact-luxury CUV of choice for Canadians with active lifestyles who want a responsive and sporty vehicle with utility, leading-edge styling and the benefits of Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive(tm) (SH-AWD(tm)).
Externally, the 2010 RDX receives numerous changes resulting in a more aggressive, sporty appearance. RDX exterior styling further emphasizes the crossover's sporty athleticism. Large wheel arches, aggressively raked body sides, steeply raked windscreen and a short rear overhang generate a taut and muscular presence.
RDX gets a new front fascia, Acura's signature front grille, a hood with a new front edge design and updated HID headlights that are now controlled by a standard automatic on/off function. The headlight's new design incorporates a "smoke style" chrome plating treatment and complements the angular pattern set by the Acura grille. At the rear, a more aggressive bumper fascia, rectangular exhaust finishers, revised taillights and satin finish trim give the 2010 RDX a freshened appearance.
New 18-inch diameter, 10-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels, in conjunction with the vehicle's wide track (1572-mm front / 1590-mm rear), are designed to provide improved handling. Changes to the brake booster and servo deliver better brake pedal feel plus less initial brake "grabbiness." The brake system also makes use of revised rear brake pad actuation that delivers less drag and longer pad life. Also new are Geomet-coated brake rotors for improved looks and added corrosion protection.
The RDX also receives several new standard interior features, including a rear view camera system, electronic compass, a pull handle to make closing the rear hatch easier, auto-function headlights, ambient footwell lighting, a centre console storage tray, improved cupholders, USB-port connectivity, and Note function for XM® Radio.
The 2010 RDX incorporates a class-leading array of features that keep passengers informed and entertained. RDX features as standard Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® connectivity with new Bluetooth® audio capabilities, a 7-speaker Acura Premium Sound System and a new USB port that allows the connection of (and charging of) items such as an iPhone® or iPod®.
Also new for 2010 is a centre console tray that is a convenient way to store items such as a wallet, spare keys, or an iPod®. In addition, integrated to the underside of the lid is a coin holder and place for holding credit or gate cards. New for 2010 is a USB port (also located in the centre console) that allows for the easy connection of items such as an iPod®, iPhone® or a memory stick storage device.
The heart of the RDX's performance is its Variable Flow Turbocharger (VFT) that delivers a broad powerband with virtually no lag in throttle response. For 2010, the turbo system makes use of a new inlet pipe that is thicker to reduce noise during high boost situations, and the RDX incorporates a dual-stage radiator fan to further reduce cabin noise.
Rated output for the 2.3L turbocharged L4 engine is 240 horsepower at 6000 rpm with 260 lb.-ft. of torque at 4500 rpm. The RDX's 2010 Transport Canada fuel economy ratings are improved 8% from 2009 due to higher-ratio 4th and 5th gears, better aerodynamics, improved lock-up clutch and other enhancements. The 2010 Transport Canada ratings are 11.7 L/100km (City) and 8.7 L/100km (Highway). The RDX's 2010 "combined" rating of 10.3 L/100 km is improved from last year's combined rating of 11.1 L/100km. RDX meets Tier 2 - BIN 5 exhaust emissions standards.
For 2010, the RDX with Technology Package adds even more capability, and integrates seamlessly into the RDX's performance-oriented driving environment. The Acura Navigation System with Bilingual Voice Recognition(tm) has a revised 8-inch screen, improved navigation system feature use and content, and a faster reacting and more useful rear view camera. The non-Technology Package RDX now gets a standard rear view camera system with a viewing screen that is integrated into the auto-dimming rearview mirror.
For 2010, the Acura/ELS Surround® audio system receives a Note function for XM® Radio that allows the driver to later recall the song title, artist, a short excerpt of the actual song along with the XM® channel that played the song.
Acura is the luxury-performance division of Honda Canada Inc. Seven distinct vehicles (CSX, TSX, TL, RL, RDX, ZDX and MDX) are marketed under the Acura brand. The Acura ZDX, MDX and CSX are produced at the Honda of Canada Mfg. facility in Alliston, Ontario.
 
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The Honda FC Sport design study model, a hydrogen-powered, three-seat sports car concept, will make its Canadian debut on February 11 to members of the press at the press preview of the 2009 Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto which opens to the public on Friday, February 13.

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The FC Sport emphasizes the design flexibility and potential of Honda's V Flow fuel cell technology - already deployed in the Honda FCX Clarity sedan - and reconfigures it into a lightweight sports car design with an ultra-low center of gravity, powerful electric motor performance and zero-emissions. The design study concept is inspired by supercar levels of performance through low weight and a high-performance, electrically driven fuel cell powertrain.

"The Honda FC Sport explores new ways to satisfy automotive performance enthusiasts in a world beyond petroleum," said Jerry Chenkin, executive vice president of Honda Canada Inc. "People who enjoy sports cars will not be forgotten by Honda in a hydrogen-powered future."

The high-output Honda fuel cell powertrain and a sleek, aerodynamic body contribute to the vehicle's performance potential. A modular approach to fuel cell component packaging and the electric drivetrain contribute to the FC Sport's low center of gravity with the majority of vehicle mass distributed between the axles, creating the balanced weight distribution sought after in sports cars.

The ideal placement of the Honda V-Flow fuel cell stack and related components demonstrates the benefits of a platform-specific, hydrogen-powered fuel cell powertrain. The FC Sport is configured to accommodate a custom-formed high-power fuel cell stack, located between the rear seats, and a battery pack placed low in the middle of the vehicle. The electric motor resides just forward of the rear axle. Two fuel storage tanks, visible from above, are located above the rear axle.

The optimal placement of fuel cell components for performance also allows for a relatively large passenger cabin by conventional supercar standards with enough space for three seating positions. The interior layout focuses primarily on the driver with a racecar-like center driving position. The enclosed canopy opens upward from the rear to allow for entry and exit. Two rear passenger seats flank the driver's left and right side.

The sleek, low-profile body is designed to convey a high-technology appearance with sculpting that combines angular shapes in the front of the vehicle that taper into geometric, hex forms in the rear. The rear hex forms house cooling radiators for the fuel cell. Formula 1-style barge boards behind the front wheels enhance high speed aerodynamics and convey the vehicle's racing pedigree. The hydrogen storage tanks, visible from the rear deck, showcase the FC Sports fuel cell technology in much the same way that a "naked bike" motorcycle showcases its engineering technology.

The glacier white body color conveys the FC Sport's clean environmental aspirations while the dark wheels and deeply tinted glass provide a symbolic contrast befitting of the vehicle's unique combination of clean power and high performance. Green construction techniques further contribute to a reduced carbon footprint. An organic, bio-structure theme is carried through to the body construction where exterior panels are intended to use plant-derived bio-plastics.

The Advanced Design Studio of Honda R&D Americas in Pasadena, California, developed the FC Sport design study vehicle with the primary objective of using existing fuel cell technology as the basis for an ultimate Honda sports car. Designer Jason Wilbur led the design efforts.

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Honda Canada Inc. received top honours from ALG as the winner of the "Mainstream Brand Residual Value Award"
as part of ALG's Canadian Residual Value Awards that honour vehicles that are predicted to retain the highest percentage of their original price after a conventional retail lease.
 
Honda was ranked the best overall brand out of 19 mainstream automotive brands in Canada. Acura, the luxury division of Honda Canada Inc., received a second-place award in the Luxury Brand Residual Value category, placing ahead of 11 other luxury brand competitors.

The awards are based on 2009 model year vehicles. The awards are derived after carefully studying segment competition, historical vehicle performance and industry trends, and are based on analysis using only Canada-specific data. ALG, based in Santa Barbara, California, provides data and consulting services to the automotive industry and publishes the "Automotive Lease Guide" in both Canada and the U.S.
 
In addition to winning the overall Mainstream Brand Residual Value Award, Honda Canada also received individual segment awards for the Honda Odyssey (Minivan segment); the new Honda Fit (Entry Compact Car); and the Honda Ridgeline (Compact/Midsize Pickup Truck).

"We are very excited to announce the inaugural Canadian Residual Value Awards," said John Blair, Chief Executive Officer of ALG. "Honda clearly set itself apart by winning the overall Mainstream award and three segment awards. Honda benefits from its disciplined production, consistent high quality and value pricing, and its shift to more fuel-efficient vehicles has also helped the brand.

"We firmly believe that Residual Value is the best metric for evaluating the overall strength of an automotive brand, and congratulate all of the winners for their successful products and marketing strategies."

Honda Canada manufactures the Honda Civic sedan and coupe, and the Acura CSX sedan and MDX luxury utility vehicle at its two plants in Alliston, Ontario, and produces fuel-efficient 4-cylinder engines at its new engine plant adjacent to its Canadian manufacturing facilities. With 135 manufacturing facilities in 28 countries worldwide, Honda attracts more than 24 million customers annually.
 
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The Honda FCX Clarity Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) was named 2009 World Green Car at a press conference hosted by the New York International Auto Show in New York on April 9, 2009. The FCX Clarity FCEV rose above 22 contenders nominated by 59 World Car jurors from 25 countries worldwide. This prestigious award further recognizes Honda's commitment to environmental leadership.
 
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