ANCAP has released its latest round of safety rating results, with a surprise four-star score handed out for the latest Honda HR-V compact SUV, while the LDV MiFA 9 and Ford Mustang Mach-E each secure a five-star tick. ANCAP says that the Honda HR-V fell short of a five-star rating […]
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Honda Type R models to continue despite shift toward EVs – report
In a piece of good news for performance enthusiasts, Honda’s lead engineer has said that the company is going to stick with the ethos of its Type R heritage, even as its cars move toward electrification and EVs in the future. Dismissing rumours that Honda might be looking to ditch […]
2023 Honda Civic e:HEV LX hybrid on sale in Australia from $55,000
The 11th-generation 2023 Honda Civic is on sale in Australia in e:HEV hybrid form, in LX trim, joining the existing VTi LX turbo-petrol model. It officially lands in showrooms on December 1. Powering the new variant is a 2.0-litre petrol engine paired with two electric motors. The system produces a […]
2023 Honda Civic Type R on sale in Australia from $72,600
Start rubbing your hands together, hot hatch fans and driving fans, because the all-new 2023 Honda Civic Type R is almost here. Prices and specifications for Australia have been confirmed today and the order books are now open. The new Civic Type R, based on the latest 11th generation Civic, […]
2022 Honda Civic VTi LX review (video)
It’s a sombre story for a small car favourite with a legacy that spans over five decades. The 11th-generation Honda Civic is an attractive, well-packaged, sporty small car that is so easy to fall in love with. It takes us back to the old Honda heritage we became fond of […]
2023 Honda Civic Type R engine specs confirmed; 235kW & 420Nm
Honda has confirmed details and specs for the all-new 2023 Civic Type R for the first time, ahead of market entry in Australia next year. The new Civic Type R comes in as not only the most powerful iteration yet, but also the most powerful Type R ever. Its ‘K20C1’ […]
Honda & LG Energy to build $4.4b battery plant in USA
In major news from Honda, the company has announced plans to build a massive battery production facility based in the USA with Korean electronics giant, LG Energy Solution, as part of a $4.4-billion investment. Honda and LG Energy made the announcement earlier this week, and if all goes to plan, […]
Honda Civic Type R celebrates 25th anniversary, 6th-gen arrives early 2023
Honda is celebrating the 25th anniversary for its iconic little Civic Type R while drumming up excitement for the launch of the sixth-generation, FL5 Civic Type R here in Australia, confirmed to arrive early next year. We reported on the official debut of the 2023 Honda Civic Type R back […]