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Car Questions (Page 82)

Car Questions

Auto reporters cover and answer to simple car questions.

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As it should be: One of if not the highest consumer rated sub compact 5 door hatchbacks available in North America comes to market as a carry over from 2016. Hey, if it’s not broken why fix it?
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True enough: From China, the world’s fastest growing car market, comes a behind the wheel account of the production 2016 Honda Civic EX-T 6 MT turbo!
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American Honda Motors just confirmed a Fall 2016 arrival of the most powerful, fuel efficient and sophisticated Honda Civic Hatchback in the maker’s history.
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With August signalling the start of inventory reduction for most makers, why isn’t American Honda Motors or Acura featured on the KBB “10 Best New Car Deals” for August list?
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Interestingly enough, we discover that as of this posting, a federally mandated uniform auto industry headlight standard doesn't exist in the United States.
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Rarely does a day goes by that we don’t receive that email or phone call from a friend or reader asking the question.
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After driving Honda HR-V on several occasions, I’m wondering why we don’t see more of them on the road.
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How far will you take your not so bare bones 2016 Civic LX 6MT?
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Sure, this may be an option for Honda owners driving a late generation offering equipped with LaneWatch ™ camera technology, but is it a safe practice? Not really…
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Kia’s best selling crossover the “Sorento” has earned top safety honors from the Insurance Institute For Highway Safety. Although mostly “a carryover" for 2017, KIa adds a bit of value to this exceptional CUV with a modest price increase.
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In its third year of production, Acura’s midsize sporting 4 door sedan arrives at dealers today with few changes, other than the expanded color pallet. Hey, if it’s not broken why fix it?
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On a recent press junket down to Napa, California, I grabbed the keys to a black on black pre-production 2016 Honda Civic Touring. It remains as “tight” as the first day it rolled off of the transport.
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How will Volvo and other auto manufacturer’s filter through and apply your cars transmitted, collected data into a safer “hands free” driving experience?
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2016 Honda Civic owners ask: “ How many miles should I drive on my initial factory engine oil before changing?"
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Industry bellwether “Black Book” reports that used vehicle depreciation is running at the highest month to month rate since pre recession. Is it time to trade in or hold on?
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It’s interesting to see what lengths certain Civic drivers will go to to maximize fuel economy. Monday finds our friends at CivicX.com exploring methods of measuring and maximizing 10th gen Civic MPG.
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Honda Motors is known for a user friendly online ‘shop and buy experience.’ I take a look at Honda’s newest build site for the carry over 2017 Honda Accord.
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Interestingly enough, a close study of the 2017 Honda Fit Dealership Monroney disclosure revealed an interesting factoid or two.
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Learn how to winterize your Honda Civic in a few, affordable and easy steps.
By Armen Hareyan on
Today I was at LX Group on Facebook where Dodge Charger and Challenger owners were discussing what is the quietest exhaust for a 2012-2014 SRT Charger. Here are some interesting insights from the discussion.
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Nate Stevens from Indianapolis sent this humorous video showing how he removed the car wrap from his 2010 Ford Mustang Gt. Here is Nate in his own words.
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Dropping in at the local Honda store I encountered my first, bare basic 2015 Honda Fit EX. As barebones as grandma’s 1980s Honda Civic, I like Fit EX for 'tuner car' modification.
By John Goreham on
How a simple thing like a low coolant level can pit customers against the dealer service advisors.
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We’ve all blown through a stop sign, light or two due to brake-fade after excessive power braking. Bad news and undeniably dangerous. Keeping the budget in mind, we take a look at performance Civic braking for under $350.
By Mechele Dillard on
Summer is just around the corner, and it is time to get your car ready for the change of seasons and deal with the heat before it damages your vehicle.
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Keeping your car clean inside and out is key to defeating at least one pollen battleground this season.
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Taking a family trip in the car can be hugely stress-producing, but it can also be massively rewarding if planned for in advance. Here are a few tips to help make your trip on the road a success this summer.