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Honda recalls 250K cars as bearing can fail, cause engines to run poorly

Honda is recalling nearly 250,000 vehicles in the US because bearings can fail, causing the engines to stall and increasing the risk of a crash. The recall covers certain 2018 and 2019 Honda Pilot SUVs and Odyssey minivans and some 2017 and 2019 Ridgeline pickup trucks. Also affected are certain 2015 to 2020 Acura TLX cars and some 2016 to 2020 Acura MDX SUVs. Honda says in documents posted on Friday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that connecting rod bearings in the engine can wear and seize due to a manufacturing error, damaging the engines. The engines could run improperly or stall while being driven, increasing the risk of a fire, crash or injury. The automaker says in documents that it has 1,450 warranty claims due to the problem but no reports of injuries. Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the engines if needed. Owners will be notified by mail starting January 2.

Made-In-India Honda Elevate ready to run on Japanese road next year

Japanese auto major Honda is all set to introduce its India-made mid-sized SUV Elevate in the Japanese market next year. It would be the first instance that a product manufactured by Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL), a wholly-owned unit of the Japanese firm, will be exported to the highly regulated Japanese market. HCIL is rolling out Elevate from its Tapukara (Rajasthan-based) production facility. "After its successful debut in India earlier this year, Elevate is scheduled for Spring 2024 launch in the Japanese market under the brand name WR-V," an HCIL spokesperson said in a statement. In a first for HCIL, the model will be manufactured in India and exported to Japan, it added. "This strategic move is a strong reflection of manufacturing capabilities of India operations and also solidifies our vision of making the country a key export hub in Honda business," the spokesperson said. The company's Tapukara-based plant is fully equipped to take care of the domestic as well as export ...

Honda Cars posts 17% increase in total sales to 13,083 units in October

Honda Cars India on Wednesday posted a 17 per cent increase in total wholesales at 13,083 units in October. The company had dispatched 11,221 units in the year-ago period, the automaker said in a statement. Domestic sales stood at 9,400 units last month as against 9,543 units a year ago. Exports grew to 3,683 units last month as against 1,678 units in October last year, it added. "There is a strong demand during the festival period with incredible response for our new model Elevate from our customers. We are actively working to meet the strong demand for the model," Honda Cars India Director (Marketing and Sales) Yuichi Murata said. The City and Amaze models have also maintained their good performance, he added. "As we near the auspicious celebrations of Dhanteras and Diwali, our dealerships are focusing on maximising deliveries to our esteemed customers," Murata said.

Mrquez to conclude 11-year partnership with Honda at end of MotoGP season

Honda's MotoGP team and former world champion Marc Mrquez will be ending their 11-year partnership at the end of the season, the Japanese engine maker said Wednesday. Driving a Honda, Mrquez won six world championships, won 59 races, and secured 64 pole positions in the MotoGP class. His last world championship came in 2019. The 30-year-old Spaniard has struggled with injury since he broke his right arm in the 2020 opener. He is currently 15th in the points standings. The agreement will cut short Mrquez's current contract by a year. Both parties agreed it was in their best interests to each pursue other avenues in the future to best achieve their respective goals and targets, Honda said in a statement.

Honda Cars India domestic sales up by 13% at 9,861 units in September

Honda Cars India Ltd on Sunday reported a 13 per cent increase year-on-year in domestic sales at 9,861 units in September 2023. Newly launched mid-size SUV Elevate received good response in the market and the deliveries of the model started from last month, Honda Cars India said in a statement. "The new SUV has emerged as a frontrunner and is contributing significantly to the sales momentum during this festive season," Honda Cars India Ltd Director, Marketing and Sales, Yuichi Murata said. He further said, "The auto industry is experiencing strong demand at the beginning of the festive season. With an extended festive period this year, we expect this momentum to continue, which is very encouraging." Exports last month stood at 1,310 units, the company said.

Honda launches new SUV Elevate priced at Rs 10.99L to reach H2 target

Honda had unveiled Elevate in June and opened bookings then. For some variants, the SUV already has a waiting period of as long as 5-6 months

Honda to roll out 5 SUVs in India by 2030, enters high selling segment

Honda Cars India plans to introduce five sports utility vehicle in the country by 2030 as it looks to have a strong presence in the robustly growing segment, according to a top company executive. The company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Japanese auto major Honda Motor Company, on Monday made a foray into the mid-sized SUV segment with an all-new product -- Elevate -- priced between Rs 10.99-15.99 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The model will compete with the likes of Hyundai Creta, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Kia Seltos and Toyota's Urban Cruiser Hyryder, among others. "Our focus is now on the SUV segment. Starting from Elevate we are going to introduce five SUVs by 2030," Honda Cars India President & CEO Takuya Tsumura told PTI in an interaction. It is very important for the company to be in the SUV segment which has become the leading vertical in terms of volumes, he added. The contribution of the SUV segment in the overall passenger vehicle sales in the country has risen to over .

Honda Cars reports 1% increase in sales in August to 7,880 units

Honda Cars India on Friday reported a 1 per cent increase in sales in the domestic market to 7,880 units in August. The company had dispatched 7,769 units to dealers in the domestic market in August last year, Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL) said in a statement. The company's exports dipped 7 per cent to 2,189 units during the month from 2,356 units exported in the previous year, it added. "The festive demand has been strong and continues to show good momentum. The celebratory fervour, which began with Onam in southern India, will extend to the rest of the markets as we move towards the peak of festivities in the coming months," Honda Cars India Director Marketing and Sales Yuichi Murata said.

Profit at Japan's Honda doubles on healthy global cars, motorcycle sales

Honda reported Wednesday that its April-June profit more than doubled on healthy sales of its motorcycles and cars, as the Japanese company also received a perk from favorable exchange rates. Honda Motor Co. said its fiscal first quarter profit totaled 363 billion yen ($2.5 billion), up from 149 billion yen. Quarterly sales jumped 21% to 4.6 trillion yen ($32 billion). Honda's financial service division also reported growing sales. Honda, which makes the Fit subcompact, Honda e electric car and Gold Wing motorcycle, said its profitability improved, especially in North America, where production recovered. Automakers around the world were slammed by supply shortages because of production delays related to social restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. But such restrictions have eased, allowing production to pick up again. Auto sales were about the same in Japan in the latest quarter as in the previous year, while dropping significantly in China because of intense competition f

Honda launches 125cc engine Dio 125 scooter at starting price of Rs 83,400

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India on Thursday launched its new Dio 125 scooter with price starting at Rs 83,400. Earlier, the Dio was available with a 110cc engine. The company has now introduced a new version with a 125cc engine boosted by eSP (enhanced smart power) feature. The Dio 125 comes with features such as idling stop system, side stand indicator with engine inhibitor, multi-function switch for unlocking seat and opening external fuel lid, telescopic suspension with high 171 mm ground clearance, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) said in a statement. "In its all-new 125cc avatar, the Honda Dio 125 has been specially designed and developed to fulfill the aspirations of young Indian customers," HMSI Managing Director, President & CEO Tsutsumu Otani said. The Dio 125 is available in two variants -- Standard and Smart -- with price starting at Rs 83,400, the company said.

Samvardhana Motherson surges 8% on deal to acquire Honda's 4W component biz

As a part of the overall transaction, the 2W business (housed under Goshi Giken) will be transferred to Honda Motor before Motherson acquires 81 per cent stake in Yachiyo's 4W business

Honda Elevate open for pre-launch bookings in India: Know features, specs

Developed as an 'Urban Freestyler', the Honda Elevate will be powered by a 1.5L i-VTEC DOHC petrol engine

Honda Cars' domestic wholesales declines by 35% to 5,080 units in June

Honda Cars India on Saturday said its domestic wholesales declined by 35 per cent to 5,080 units in June. The automaker sold 7,834 units in the domestic market in June 2022. Exports declined to 2,112 units last month from 2,502 units in June last year. "Our sales in June are in line with our projections and met our planned targets," Honda Cars India Director (Marketing and Sales) Yuichi Murata said in a statement. The company will soon commence the pre-launch booking for Elevate, and it will be launched during the festive season, he added.

Honda Cars to launch first EV in India within three years: CEO Tsumura

Company launches premium SUV called Elevate for Indian market, plans 4 more such vehicles by 2030

Honda Elevate SUV set to make debut in India on June 6, full details here

The Japanese carmaker, Honda, revealed its upcoming Honda Elevate SUV today in India. The car is expected to be launched in August or September this year.

Honda's domestic wholesales decline by 43% YoY to 4,660 units in May

Honda Cars India on Thursday reported a 43 per cent dip in domestic wholesales at 4,660 units in May. The company had dispatched 8,188 units in the domestic market in May 2022, Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL) said in a statement. Exports dropped by 71 per cent to 587 units last month against 1,997 units in the previous year, it added. "Our sales for the month of May 23 were in line with our plan. The Amaze and City continued to perform well and get strong customer preference," Honda Cars India Director (Marketing and Sales) Yuichi Murata said.

Honda Cars India to hike prices of Amaze, City by upto 1% from June

Honda Cars India on Wednesday said it will hike prices of its sedans City and Amaze by up to 1 per cent from June in order to offset the impact of increased cost pressures. "While our endeavour is to partially offset the increase, it has become imperative to pass on some of the impact. We have planned to increase prices for City and Amaze up to 1 per cent from June which shall vary across variants," Honda Cars India Vice President (Sales and Marketing) Kunal Behl said in a statement. The Amaze is currently priced between Rs 6.99 lakh and Rs 9.6 lakh while the City range including strong hybrid trims are tagged between Rs 11.55 lakh and Rs 20.39 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The price increase activity would not have any impact on the strong hybrid trims of the mid-sized sedan.

Honda, Aston Martin to reignite partnership in 2026, Alonso onboard

Aston Martin is building a team to win, reconciling Honda and Fernando Alonso for F1 2026

Honda's Marc Marquez shows speed, fights for podium in 1000th Grand Prix

Marquez starred in a thrilling French GP, battling until very end for podium and showing no. 93 is well and truly back. For Joan Mir, small mistakes ended race with huge potential after strong start

Honda names its upcoming SUV 'Elevate', to launch in India next month

India will be the first market globally to witness the launch of the upcoming model