Reset and Regroup: Honda announces one week production halt for NA amid supply chain issues
Washington D.C. — Amid a whirlwind of various calamities, Honda Motor Co. announced on Tuesday that most of it’s North American auto plants will be shutting down for the week, in response to a number of supply chain obstacles. According to the automaker, “the impact from COVID-19, congestion at various ports, the microchip shortage and […]
Mobile Offices: Honda and Bell Canada to equip new cars with built-in Wi-Fi hotspots
Montreal, Quebec — Bell Canada and Honda have teamed up to ensure that Canadian drivers are never offline when they’re on the road, as the automaker announced Thursday that all new Honda and Acura models will be equipped with built-in Wi-Fi hotspots. “Like many consumers, Honda and Acura customers are looking for more convenient ways […]
Pandemic Profits: Honda raises 2020/2021 predictions
Tokyo, Japan – Despite Covid-19 slowdowns, Honda has seen some significant profit increases in the latest quarter, reporting a 67 percent increase globally based on higher demand and cost reductions. In a statement released on Tuesday, the automaker noted an operating profit for three months, to Dec. 31 was 277.7 billion yen (CND$3.38 billion). “Automobile […]
2022 Acura MDX: Honda unveils how-to guide for body technicians
Torrance, California — Honda’s US branch has issued its latest body repair information guide covering the 2022 Acura MDX for body shops in North America. Honda recommends referencing specific areas in the MDX Body Repair manual for additional information, such as; precautions for replacing aluminum die-cast part; front side frame, front end parts replacement; and […]
Emphasizing Electrification: Honda and CATL join forces for EV battery development, recycling
Toronto, Ontario — Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) and Honda have signed an agreement to form a strategic alliance regarding electric vehicle batteries. The two companies say this agreement will enable discussions on a broad range of areas including joint development, stable supply, and the recycling and reuse of batteries. By bringing together the […]
Honda recalls more than 80,000 vehicles in Canada
By CRM staff Toronto, Ontario – March 12, 2019 – Honda is recalling 83,977 vehicles in Canada because their Takata airbag inflators can explode and send shrapnel into the passenger compartment. In total there are about 1.2 million vehicles in North and Central America that are being recalled. The recall includes Honda and Acura models […]
Honda invests in hydrogen infrastructure
By CRM staff Toronto, Ontario — January 18, 2019 –- Honda Canada has announced a partnership with Toyota Canada and Transition energetique Quebec, to invest in a hydrogen infrastructure project on the south shore of Montreal. The project, which is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2019, will help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions […]
A Honda’s biodegradable parts turned into a squirrel’s snack
By CRM staff Toronto, Ontario — October 29, 2018 — Biodegradable materials used in new Hondas are turning out to be quite the snack for squirrels, costing $1,000 in repairs for one Honda owner. Lenard Broadhead has been having some issues with his new Honda- the squirrels won’t leave it alone, CBC News reported. The […]
Can you believe this?! – October 4, 2018
By CRM staff Toronto, Ontario — October 4, 2018 — Can you believe this?!, Honda, GM and Cruise have partenered up for a new project; Kanye West defends Tesla co-founder Elon Musk, and much, much more. Honda, GM and Cruise team up to build the ultimate autonomous vehicle Another autonomous vehicle is in the […]
Planting a brighter future
By CRM Staff Approximately 100,000 trees have been planted throughout Canada thanks in large part to the efforts of Forest Recovery Canada and the Honda Canada foundation. Since 2013, the Honda Canada Foundation has supported Forest Recovery Canada’s tree planting programs through the One Honda. One Tree. campaign, which plants a tree for […]
