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Honda FCX Clarity
clarity A fuel cell electric vehicle is the ultimate clean car, running on hydrogen and emitting no CO2 or other harmful emissions. Not content with outstanding environmental performance, Honda set out to create a fuel cell electric vehicle that is also fun to drive and a joy to own. The result was the FCX Clarity, introduced in 2008. What made the FCX Clarity possible was the V Flow FC Stack, representing a major leap forward in lightweight, compact, high performance fuel cell stack design. Thanks to these advances, Honda engineers were able to create a groundbreaking fuel cell electric vehicle platform. The low center of gravity of the FCX Clarity helps deliver dynamic handling performance, its electric motor offers smooth, open-ended acceleration and its bold, original packaging provides interior spaciousness never before possible in a fuel cell electric vehicle. Leading the way into the next hundred years of automotive history, Honda’s fuel cell electric vehicles will continue to evolve.

Honda EV-N
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A car people would drive in the same carefree way they talk to friends on a mobile phone or listen to tunes on a music player. An easygoing car that could be like the owner’s friend. This is the concept that gave birth to the compact city commuter called EV-N. Perfectly at home in urban environments thanks to its compact size, EV-N briskly takes drivers everywhere they need to go, bringing smiles to faces with its friendly, simple design. The right match for environmentally conscious times, EV-N is powered by electricity and topped with a solar panel to help keep the city air cleaner. It’s a good communicator, too, connecting car and people with a smile. Fun, high-utility features include changeable seat material and two built-in chargers for the U3-X device. The battery electric vehicle that makes advanced technology simple and approachable. EV-N is a fun, easygoing car for everyday driving pleasure.

Honda EV-Cub
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For more than half a century the faithful Super Cub has been dutifully doing its job for riders around the world. To ensure that this iconic yet proud little motorbike can continue to live on far into the future, Honda is developing the EV-Cub, a next-generation concept model. Mounting a powerful battery at the center of an aluminum die-cast frame, the all-electric EV-Cub is slim and even more compact than the original Cub. This minimalist form gives the EV-Cub a new, more minimalist look. Its 2-wheel drive system uses a wheel-in-motor layout, and there’s a largecapacity storage space under the seat. That’s right, the EV-Cub is designed to be just as functional and convenient as its world famous predecessor.

Honda CR-Z
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To help reduce global CO2 emissions, Honda seeks to provide as many people as possible with environmentally responsible hybrid vehicles. Based on this goal, Honda launched the Insight compact in early 2009, helping further popularize hybrids around the world. Continuing to make gasoline-electric hybrid cars more accessible and approachable, Honda puts a new spin on hybrid fun and enjoyment with the CR-Z Concept 2009. Powered by Honda’s compact, lightweight and efficient Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) hybrid system, the CR-Z Concept 2009 features a broad, low-slung stance with a short wheelbase, as well as styling that is advanced and modern yet attractive and emotional. With its environmentally responsible powertrain, the CR-Z Concept 2009 offers a highly responsive and enjoyable driving experience that makes the driver truly feel at one with the vehicle.

Honda Skydeck
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People often select an automobile they feel is appropriate to their generation or lifestyle. In designing the Skydeck, Honda transcended these traditional boundaries to create an automobile appealing to people of a wider range of ages and lifestyles. Powered by a hybrid system and featuring compact, flexible packaging, the Skydeck is perfect for transporting people and the things that make people’s lives more fun. With an exterior design that is both distinctive and functional, this new kind of hybrid vehicle leaves behind the concepts of the past. It’s the car for a freer and more enjoyable way of life.

Honda Insight
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Believing that technology can help the world only when it is accessible to a wide range of people, Honda created the Insight—a nimble dedicated hybrid vehicle with an exclusive body and design. The Insight features Honda’s original Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system— now more compact, lightweight and efficient than ever before. In addition, the Insight combines high-utility packaging for everyday ease-of-use with responsive, enjoyable driving and a comfortable ride. A new system, Eco Assist, contributes to real-world fuel economy and helps the driver achieve environmentally responsible driving practices over the long term. Offering not just exceptional fuel economy but also the performance and utility that drivers want, the Insight is priced affordably to help put hybrid technology within reach of the greatest number of people possible.

Honda Stepwgn
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In 1996, Honda introduced the Step WGN as a minivan providing full-family transport and making life more enjoyable. From the beginning, the efficient packaging of the Step WGN, which helped qualify it as a 5-number vehicle in Japan, has made it easy to drive and park in the city. And this packaging has continued to evolve, allowing for the transport of eight adults in greater comfort in a vehicle that remains streamlined for easy handling. The new Step WGN gives children plenty of space in which to enjoy themselves, provides adults the roominess they need for full comfort and offers the highest level of functionality and utility. In addition, the new Step WGN offers segment1-leading fuel economy for reduced fuel costs and enhanced environmental performance. With its low floor and low center of gravity, the new Step WGN offers exceptionally comfortable, stable driving and interior roominess. It is also the first in its segment to offer third-row seats that can be stowed beneath the floor. Offering a level of fun and convenience unprecedented in the minivan segment, the Step WGN continues to make family life more enjoyable and convenient.

Honda Civic Type-R Euro
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The Civic Type R Euro is built to perform under the demanding conditions found on European roads. Tight corners. Uneven surfaces. Navigating these roads with speed and poise requires an engine tuned for smooth performance. So rather than just trying to look good on the spec sheet, Honda has designed the engine to transport the driver with speed and comfort under the most demanding conditions. For the exterior design, Honda has gone all out to deliver a distinctive, striking presence. Likewise, the interior design is exacting to the last detail, from selection of materials to the sound of the engine. Featuring the highest levels of driving performance, design and quality, the Civic Type R Euro is in every respect a premium sports car built to impress the most discriminating European car
aficionado. And it’s scheduled to be released in Japan in November 2009.

Honda CB1100
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Powered by an air-cooled, 4-stroke, inline-4 DOHC engine, this gutsy road sports model proudly bears the CB name symbolic of Honda motorcycles. ‘Big Hearted,’ was the development concept for this remarkable machine that was designed for three simple aims: easy riding, to be seen on and to be looked at. Rather than high power, it pursues great riding quality and a muscular riding appearance. And because the big CB has the weight and compactness of a 750cc, it offers superb maneuverability and is very rider-responsive. With its air-cooled inline-4 engine, and also available with ABS, the CB1100 is a modern expression of traditional motorcycling ideals — a motorcycle for mature riders.
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This concept model signifies one of the directions for CB1100 customization. Tank color with Italian red and exclusive stripes, a compact sized bikini cowl, single seat, and dual short megaphones muffler bring out a new distinctive characteristic of the CB’s personality. The inspiration for this design comes from the Honda’s RC racers which won many world championships on the grand prix circuit during the 1960’s.

Honda VFR1200F

Since its debut in 1986, the VFR has been one of the most highly acclaimed sports tourers in the world. With its refined styling and advanced Honda technology, the VFR offers an impressive balance of sporty performance and touring functionality. Powered by a newly designed 1,200cc V4 engine, the VFR1200F features a new shaft drive system combined with Throttle-By-Wire throttle bodies that ensure sporty performance and a sophisticated ride quality. The Combined ABS brake system features powerful 6-piston calipers and delivers impressive and reassuring braking performance. And to ensure maximum comfort on your long-distance rides, the VFR1200F is fitted with a compact and highly functional fairing, a comfortable and stylishly designedunit foam seat, and switches designed for easier operation. This sports touring machine for the mature rider engenders both pride of ownership and a well-deserved feeling of superiority.

The VFR1200F Dual Clutch Transmission features the world’s first “Dual Clutch Transmission” for motorcycles.* Developed with Honda’s unique technology, this remarkable system eliminates the need for clutch work on multispeed motorcycle transmissions, allowing them to be ridden like automatics. The innovative Dual Clutch Transmission delivers a balanced combination of the direct drive of a manual transmission and the simple operation of an automatic transmission. A shift switch allows the rider to switch to manual mode, for enjoyable sports riding.

Honda CB1300 SuperTouring
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The CB 1300 SUPER TOURING was developed based on the CB1300 SUPER FOUR and CB1300 SUPER BOL D’OR. The CB1300 SUPER TOURING is loaded with features to make long-distance touring more comfortable. Modifications include a more upright riding position and a wider windscreen than the CB1300 SUPER BOL D’OR model for improved wind protection. Comfort during long-distance high-speed touring is significantly improved. Stylish pannier cases have a 29-liter capacity* and are standard equipment. The engine comes from the CB1300 SUPER FOUR, and options include a navigation system and grip heaters. To provide ample power for accessories, a high-output AC generator is fitted which ensures plenty of electrical power even at idle. For safety, Honda’s Combined ABS brake system is fitted as standard equipment.