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Honda is one of the oldest and most respected Japanese brands in the United States and here you can find the latest Honda news and reviews about Honda vehicles. The news on this page is updated daily. Now manufacturing almost all of its popular models in the US, it has blurred the line between foreign and domestic brands to the point that there is no longer a clear delineation. The Honda Civic and Honda Accord vehicles are often segment leaders in sales and have won dozens of awards.

The 2026 Honda Prelude Surprises But Weird Choices Hold It Back
The 2026 Honda Prelude Surprises, But Lack Of These Two Features And Weird Choices Hold It Back
By Tim Healey on
The 2026 Honda Prelude disappointed some folks, especially Honda fans, and especially Honda fans of a certain vintage, just based on the fact that Honda made it a hybrid and didn't offer a manual transmission.
2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid
How Independent Techs Permanently Fix Honda 2.0L Hybrid Head Gasket Failures Without Using Factory Parts
By Denis Flierl on
Frustrated by dealership denials, out-of-warranty Honda 2.0L hybrid owners are turning to independent mechanics for permanent engine fixes. Discover how upgraded aftermarket head studs and revised maintenance intervals solve the cylinder 1 thermal flaw.
2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid
Honda CR-V Hybrid Owner Hit With $5,300 Bill For Blown Head Gasket At 73K Miles After Dealership Denies Goodwill Help
By Denis Flierl on
An owner shares first-hand details of a sudden $5,300 cylinder head gasket failure at 73,000 miles. Despite a full dealer maintenance history, Honda Corporate denied a goodwill repair, citing a narrow out-of-warranty margin.
2026 Honda Ridgeline shown crossing a stone arch bridge
Report: Honda Took Our Advice Seriously - Will Change to Hybrid Engine In Ridgeline Pickup
By John Goreham on
It didn’t take long for Honda to take our advice. If reports we’ve seen are accurate, the Ridgeline will soon have some electric motors to help out its powertrain.
2025 Honda CR-V
2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid Action Plan: Legal Lemon Thresholds and Step-by-Step Backorder Solutions
By Denis Flierl on
A Torque News consumer watchdog report reveals how the 30-day legal lemon threshold can protect 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid owners facing extensive backorders on the power steering rack and fuel injectors. Learn the step-by-step corporate escalation plan.
2025 Honda CR-V
Honda CR-V Hybrid Power Steering Rack and Fuel Injector Failure Under 23K Miles Sparks Owner Safety Fears
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid AWD owner faces back-to-back fuel injector and power steering rack failures under 23,000 miles. The Texas case highlights growing parts backorders, dealer loaner shortages, and critical questions about new-vehicle reliability.
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5
Two Salesmen Gave Him The 'Oh, Come On' Look When They Found Out He Went From a 2024 Honda Hybrid To an 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 for $800 Out The Door
By Tim Healey on
A car shopper swapped his 2024 Honda hybrid for a 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5. He got a few surprised looks as he walked out of dealership. Was it the money involved, the cars involved, or something else? Read on to see why two salespeople looked bewildered.
2024 Honda Accord Hybrid.
Why Hybrid Cars Make More Sense Than Full EVs If You're Hesitating About Electric Cars
By Tim Healey on
If you're thinking about buying an electric vehicle, but uncertain about adjusting to the EV lifestyle, getting a hybrid could help you make the transition. That's regardless of whether the hybrid in question is a plug-in or not.
2024 Honda CR-V
What To Do If Your Honda CR-V Blower Motor Fails Outside of Warranty: The 2026 Owner’s Advocacy Guide
By Denis Flierl on
Facing a $600 repair for a dead Honda CR-V blower motor? This 2026 guide reveals how to secure "Goodwill" coverage, navigate out-of-warranty failures on 6th-Gen models, and use the "Cowl-Clear" DIY method to prevent recurring mechanical defects.
2024 Honda CR-V
2024 Honda CR-V HVAC Failure: Owner Reports 4th Blower Motor Replacement in 50,000 Miles
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Honda CR-V owner reports a 4th HVAC blower motor failure at 50,000 miles. We analyze why 6th-Gen CR-V fans are failing, the "goodwill" dealer trap, and the technical root cause every 2023-2026 owner needs to check to avoid out-of-pocket repairs.
2026 Honda Prelude and the Toyota GR86 next to each other
2026 Honda Prelude vs Toyota GR86 Have So Much More In Common Than You’ll Admit
By Ean Goreham on
I own a Toyota GR86, but testing the 2026 Honda Prelude back-to-back changed my mind.
For 2026, Honda's most popular model, the CR-V, received a comprehensive refresh
Here's How Honda's $15.9-Billion Loss Can Be Good For Everyone, Including Honda
By Dimitar Angelov on
Honda experienced significant losses due to its EV strategy, but this also prolongs the existence of many popular models.
The hybrid powertrain of the 2026 Honda Prelude is brilliant
Honda’s Hybrid System Should Scare the Pants Off the EV-Only Crowd
By John Goreham on
The line between an electric vehicle and everything else has never been more blurred. Honda has now eliminated the driving experience part of the argument for battery-electric vehicles.
2026 Honda Pilot Trailsport Honda Goes Hybrid
Why Honda's First-Ever Loss and EV Retreat Are Forcing CEO Toshihiro Mibe To Pivot To Hybrid Cars
By Tim Healey on
Honda's first-ever loss and a surprising retreat on EVs have the automaker's boss under fire. Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe will announce a new plan on May 14 that involves more hybrid models.
A 2026 Honda Prelude sits next to a Nissan 300ZX in an enthusiasts garage
I Already Had a Nissan Z and a GR86. The 2026 Honda Prelude Still Made Me Pull the Trigger
By John Goreham on
We interview the owner of some of the best sports coupes in the world and find out why he found the new 2026 Honda Prelude the ideal addition to his fleet.
2024 Honda CR-V
The Honda Steering Recall Reimbursement Guide: How To Recover Your Out-Of-Pocket Alignment Costs
By Denis Flierl on
Don't let a "free" 2024 Honda CR-V steering recall cost you $180. I expose how to fight hidden alignment fees, leverage NHTSA guidelines for refunds, and ensure your ADAS safety systems are calibrated correctly on Colorado roads. Get your money back now.
2024 Honda CR-V
2024 Honda CR-V EPS Recall Cost: Why Colorado Owners Face Uncovered $180 Alignment Fees
By Denis Flierl on
Corrected diagnostic procedures for the 2024 Honda CR-V EPS recall are leaving owners with unexpected bills. While the steering gearbox is covered, many dealers refuse to return vehicles without a $150+ four-wheel alignment paid out of pocket.
An EPA chart shows the Honda Prelude ahead of rivals
2026 Honda Prelude Hits 51 MPG And Saves You $28,000 vs. a Toyota GR86
By John Goreham on
Suddenly, gas is closing in on five bucks a gallon, and Honda has the perfect fun car for the times with Prelude hitting 51 MPG and saving a lot compared to the Toyota GR86.
the 2026 Honda Prelude set against a clear spring sky
Honda's '26 Prelude Jumps Into the Niche Tesla and Toyota Forgot To Fill
By John Goreham on
Forget everything you’ve heard about the 2026 Honda Prelude. Here’s what a long-time Honda performance vehicle owner and tester found in real-world driving.
2028 Honda Prelyde Type-R will fearure K20 turbocharged engine and a manual
Honda's Secret Exposed As The 2028 Prelude Type-R Is Confirmed, Acura RSX Twin Possible
By Dimitar Angelov on
The Honda Prelude Type-R is said to be manual-only, but Acura’s trademark of the RSX could hint at a more luxurious twin with possible all-wheel-drive option.
Honda CR-V
Honda 60K Mile Service Scrutinized: Why a 2022 CR-V Owner Was Quoted $1,300 for "Extra" Dealer Profits
By Denis Flierl on
We audited the $1,300 quote for a 2022 Honda CR-V at 65,000 miles. While the CVT and coolant services are essential, items like fuel induction and early valve adjustments often serve as dealer profit padders rather than manufacturer requirements.
2024 Honda CR-V & Mazda CX-90
"Hope I Didn’t Make a Mistake": Why This 2024 Honda CR-V Owner Traded a Perfect SUV for the Mazda CX-90
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Honda CR-V owner with zero issues traded his SUV for a Mazda CX-90, but now fears he made a mistake by skipping the Honda Pilot. We analyze this Louisiana owner's real-world trade-off between CR-V reliability and three-row SUV utility.
Digital Sunset
Sony Honda Mobility Cancels Afeela Program as Tech Giants Struggle to Pivot Toward the Future of Electric Transportation
By Rob Enderle on
Sony Honda Mobility’s reported cancellation of the Afeela program signals a massive shift in the EV landscape, proving that even tech giants and legacy automakers struggle against agile Chinese competitors.
2026 Honda CR-V Sport L
2026 Honda CR-V Owner Skips $2,325 Touring Upgrade: Why the Sport-L and Dealer-Installed Heated Steering Wheel Was the Smarter Buy
By Denis Flierl on
Stacey Nikhol proves you don’t need the 2026 Honda CR-V Touring. By choosing the Sport-L and scoring a dealer-installed heated steering wheel for $0, she saved thousands while gaining better MPG. Here is her "mod list" to turn the Sport-L into a 1-of-1.
2026 Honda CR-V EX-L
2026 Honda CR-V Road Noise: Why This 2015 Owner Aborted a 'Perfect' EX-L Purchase After a 10-Mile Test Drive
By Denis Flierl on
Annapolis Honda owner Steve Agriesti was ready to trade his 2015 CR-V for the 2026 EX-L, until the road noise became a "deal killer." Despite "super comfortable" seating, this real-world test drive reveals why the new CR-V may fail the "quiet" test.
Car dashboard display showing a battery at 34% charge with a red warning bar. Text reads: "Unable to Charge, Service charging system." Odometer at 5,097 miles, range 105 miles.
2025 Honda Prologue Owner Questions Lease Decision After Charging Failure at Just 5,000 Miles and Dealer Delays
By Aram Krajekian on
What started as an easy decision turned into second thoughts when a nearly new 2025 Honda Prologue began acting up, and the dealership’s explanation only made things worse.
2026 Toyota RAV4 XSE and the 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid
The Buyer Is Torn Between The 2026 RAV4 XSE and CR-V Hybrid, But Owners Point To The Critical Factor of the $7,496 Premium
By Armen Hareyan on
Daniel is torn between the 2026 Toyota RAV4 XSE and the 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid, but the owners are zeroing in on the resale value, hybrid system trust, and whether that extra $7,496 actually pays off long-term.
The Honda Civic Hybrid Is Quietly Becoming the Car Everyone Actually Needs Right Now
The Honda Civic Hybrid Is Quietly Becoming the Car Everyone Actually Needs Right Now
By Armen Hareyan on
The Honda Civic Hybrid feels like the smartest real-world choice right now, offering EV-like smoothness and 50 mpg without the charging headaches.
2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid AWD Sport-L
2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid Range Gap: Why Owners Are Getting 400 Miles Per Tank vs. The 500-Mile EPA Claim
By Denis Flierl on
A 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid owner reports a 100-mile range shortfall, averaging 400 miles per tank instead of the expected 500. We analyze the "break-in" period, AWD efficiency impacts, and why real-world hybrid MPG often lags behind EPA estimates.
White 2026 Honda Prelude at a mountain overlook, front three-quarter view
Prelude Buyer Rejects $48,000 Deal After Dealer Adds “$2,400” of Fees And Claims “We Aren’t Even Making Money”
By Noah Washington on
A prospective buyer walked away from a new Honda Prelude after a dealership padded the price to nearly $48,000 with "Prep Fees" and a $2,400 accessories package.
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