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Honda Redefines the Sporty Hybrid

Looking for a hybrid with a little more spring in its step? Meet the 2012 CR-Z, the sport hybrid coupe from Honda that is the only production model hybrid available with a six-speed manual transmission.

Powered by a 1.5-liter engine and Honda's Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system, the CR-Z zips along with a peppy 122 ponies of power. Thanks to innovative engineering, the CR-Z comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission. A continuously...

According to some recent industry research, the popularity of electric vehicles is expected to surge to 2.9 million units worldwide by 2017. You can imagine the kind of toll this has the potential to take on the power grid. But as an automaker paving the way to a more energy efficient future, Honda has no intention to stand for this.

With help from IBM and Pacific Gas and Electric Co (PG&E), Honda will...

There are probably a few things you'll notice about all of the new Honda models you'll find here at Big Island Honda - Kona. To start with, they're pretty stylish, boast desirable fuel economy numbers, and top-of-the-line comfort and safety features. But, did you know that Honda has made quite the name for itself in the racing world, too? That's right, track-ready versions of the Honda Fit have taken home rally-wins in...

While we're sure that a lot of drivers here in Hawaii would love to get their hands on a Honda Civic powered by compressed natural gas, it just hasn't made its way here yet. But, a recent initiative from Honda has us thinking that the day is fast approaching.

That's because they've started asking their dealerships to install CNG fueling stations. Of course they want to boost sales of the Honda...

Honda Hybrid CR-Z is a Wheels Finalist

A sports car with hybrid power? Seems like an oxymoron. But it is true, thanks to Honda CR-Z. This totally green coupe has been honored as a finalist for Wheels Car of the Year.

Wheels judge James Whitbourn said that CR-Z is a "refreshingly pure and enjoyable" ride, "Combine the grin factor with the efficiency promised by the hybrid system and there's little doubt the Honda coupe takes the car where it should be…

Honda Civic Natural Gas for 2012

Pricing for the 2012 Honda Civic Natural Gas car is a base MSRP of $26,155. the New Civic car will be available to test drive at 200 dealerships throughout the US, in 38 states. .

Honda continues to make their Civic models available with Compressed Natural Gas Option at dealers like Big Island Honda - Kona in Kailua Kona, Hawaii.

CNG Civic is powered by a modified version of a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine found in…

New Honda Electric Vehicle Concept

Honda holds high standards for their green motoring vehicles. The Japanese automaker is striving toward the ultimate goal of green motoring as a selection of mass produced hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, such as its very own FCX Clarity. It was the world's first production fuel cell vehicle available to lease in the U.S. and Japan since 2008.

Honda understands that most consumers aren't ready or able to adopt hydrogen fuel cell cars…