2010 Honda Insight Hybrid

Honda Insight Hybrid (2010) has made its world debut at the NAIAS. The 2010 Honda Insight Hybrid is powered by a 1.3-liter SOHC aluminum-alloy i-VTEC engine combined with the Honda’s IMA hybrid system for exceptional fuel economy and fun-to-drive performance.

As have been said by the company that the 2010 Honda Insight Hybrid can get a 40/43 miles per gallon fuel economy and features the latest generation of the Integrated Motor Assist technology.

Honda Insight Hybrid (2010) comes equipped with standard features such as automatic climate control, two-tier digital instrument panels, mirrors and door locks, a tilting and telescoping steering wheel, and many more.

2010 Honda Insight Hybrid which had been premiered in Detroit comes with the Ecological Drive Assist System that combines various functions that help the driver get a better mileage.

2010 Honda Insight Hybrid price is below the Honda Civic Hybrid price and will be available in U.S. showrooms in the beginning of April 2009.

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2009 Acura TL Details Released by Honda

Honda released all the details and photos of the new 2009 Acura TL. With a choice between two engines: a 3.5-liter and a 3.7-liter SOHC VTEC V6, the 3.5 liter 2009 Acura TL outputs 280 hp at 6200 rpm and 254 lb-ft of torque at 5000 rpm, while the 3.7 liter model develops 305 hp at 6200 rpm and 273 lb-ft of torque at 5000 rpm.

The 2009 Acura TL engine is coupled with a 5-speed automatic transmission with Sequential SportShift, Grade Logic Control, and F1-style paddle shifters. The 2009 Acura TL fuel consumption is estimated to be around 25-26 mpg on the highway, and 17-18 mpg in the city.

Unfortunately, the 2009 Acura TL price has not been announced yet by Honda.

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2009 Ford Product and Powertrain Upgrades

Ford has made announcement for the 2009 product and powertrain upgrades for their entire line-up. The line-up for 2009 Ford model includes the new Ford F-150, the new 2009 Ford Flex crossover, the Ford Lincoln MKS, and also the redesigned Ford Escape.

Ford introduces a new 2.5-liter I-4 engine and an upgraded V-6 one to improve the fuel economy of its 2009 models, with new six-speed transmissions and better aerodynamics.

The Ford EcoBoost technology will also debut in 2009, together with Ford’s goal to double its hybrid production.

Other Ford technologies that will debut in 2009 include SYNC with 911 Assist and Vehicle Health Report, SIRIUS Travel Link and new Blind Spot Mirror on 2009 Ford Edge.

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