New Honda technology to join steel and aluminium

Honda has announced the development of a new technology to join steel and aluminium and further applied this technology to mass production vehicles, initially to the North American version of the all-new Acura RLX but plans to expand its application to other models.

The first application of this technology was with a new aluminium outer door panel, which has conventionally been made of steel, to join it to the steel inner door panel.



To join together the dissimilar metals of steel and aluminium, the simultaneous establishment of several different technologies was required including technologies to prevent corrosion (electrical corrosion) and thermal deformation caused by the different expansion rates of steel and aluminium.

Honda newly developed three technologies that enabled adoption of aluminium for the outer door panel:

1) Technology to join dissimilar materials: adoption of ‘3D Lock Seam’ (3DLS) structure, where the steel panel and aluminium panel are layered and hemmed together twice

2) Technology to prevent electrical corrosion: adoption of highly anticorrosive steel for the inner panel and a new form that assures the complete filling of the gap with adhesive agent

3) Technology to control thermal deformation: adoption of an adhesive agent with low elastic modulus (better ability to ‘stretch’) and optimised position of the 3D Lock Seam


The advantages of these new technologies include elimination of a spot welding process required to join conventional steel door panels. Moreover, these technologies do not require a dedicated process; as a result, existing production lines can accommodate these new technologies.

In everyday use, the new technology contributes to the improvement of fuel economy and dynamic performance of the vehicle by reducing door panel weight by approximately 17% compared to the conventional all-steel door panel. In addition, weight reduction at the outer side of the vehicle body concentrates the point of gravity further toward the centre of the vehicle, contributing to improved stability in vehicle manoeuvring.

Going forward, Honda will continue its proactive research and development of leading technologies in order to further enhance the performance and environmental credentials of its products and manufacturing processes, as well as develop innovations to enable society practical ways to enjoy the convenience, independence and fun that come from the freedom of movement.


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Honda announce its partnership with Wiggle Honda Women’s Pro Cycling Team

Honda is delighted to announce its partnership with the newly formed Wiggle Honda Women’s Pro Cycling Team, in its debut year competing in road racing on the world stage.

Founded in 2012, Wiggle Honda Pro Cycling is the creation of team owner, manager and commonwealth champion rider, Rochelle Gilmore. Armed with a strong background in managing various Australian women’s cycling teams and drawing from her vast experience as a rider, Gilmore’s vision was to create a professional team organisation for women where by the athletes are the priority.


With talented riders from across Europe and the globe in the team’s line-up - including championship and Olympic medal winning athletes - coupled with the team’s strong presence in high profile race events and activities throughout the year, Honda is looking forward to rolling out a range of campaigns in association with the team in order to provide some really engaging opportunities and experiences for customers across Europe.

The team’s partnership with Honda will further see four branded Honda Accord and two CR-V vehicles take to the road alongside the Wiggle Honda riders, to support the team as they pedal their way through an action-packed calendar of international race events and activities throughout 2013.

With the support of primary sponsors, Wiggle and Honda, Gilmore now believes she has the opportunity to transform her dream into a reality. Rochelle Gilmore said, "We are excited to be supported by Honda - a high profile, global brand who has innovation and professionalism at its core. These are two qualities that are very in-line with our team philosophy. The Wiggle Honda team’s fundamental approach is to provide our athletes with the best environment and conditions that they need in order to get the best performances out of themselves, and we are looking forward to building our relationship with Honda and taking part in some exciting activities together."

Christoph Rust, PR Manager for Honda Europe said, "We are delighted to be involved with the Wiggle Honda Pro Team. Cycling has an impressive, and still growing following, for leisure and as a professional sport and this was harnessed even further by the Olympics in London last summer. This partnership goes beyond plain exposure and awareness – it is a great platform to really create exciting opportunities to engage with people and in an environment which already holds many people’s interest."

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Honda Civic entered the Best New Cars 2012 List

According to About.com Version 2012 Honda Civic has been named as one of the About.com Cars' Best New Cars of 2012.Apa are the advantages of this hybrid car, economical, fun and meet a variety of consumer desire

What kind of award given to this car, About.com 's called Civic 2012 is the most comprehensive compact car, sedan or coupe combined, fuel efficiency, high performance, leather, hybrid.

Award from About.com add to the list of awards that arise include the Honda Civic 2012: Green Car of the Year (Civic Natural Gas), capturing Best Resale Value for a Compact Car by Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com, and 2011 IIHS Top Safety Pick.

About.com is one of the largest content providers of the content on the web, with more than 60 million unique visitors per month in the United States.

Everus S1, Cheap Honda Cars for China

Honda Motor, the famous manufacturer from Japan, Honda Motor, is rumored to be launching low-cost sedan for Chinese market this month. Low-cost sedan in China called Li Nian Everus S1 S1 alias.
Furthermore Everus S1 will be priced at a fairly cheap for a car that Honda class under 80 thousand yuan. If dirupiahkan about 108 million alone. If in Indonesia selling well priced much for going to this car.

Everus S1 is made not by desail random origin. The shape is very elegant with a strong body lines ala Honda. You could say that taking Everus S1 Honda City is the base design is a combination between Honda Civic and Honda Acura. To give an impression of luxury four-door sedan that has been equipped with lights Light Emitting Diode (LED).

2010 Honda Civic Sports Car Type R Mugen 200

2010 Honda has announced today the launch of their new BTCC team and also premiered the special edition Honda Civic Type R MUGEN 200. As you have probably already guessed, the Honda Civic Type R MUGEN 200 will be built in only 200 units and will go on sale in April. In addition to the jam-packed Civic Type R MUGEN with its tweaked 240HP 2.0-liter i-VTEC, of which only 20 units will be sold in the UK at a hefty £38,599 a piece (approximately US$60,300 or €44,400 at today's exchange rates), Honda today announced that it will offer a less hardcore variant of the hot hatch without the performance upgrades.

2010 Honda Civic Sports Car Type R Mugen 200

The Honda Civic Type R MUGEN 200 is powered by the standard 201PS i-VTEC engine and features a number of styling upgrades, plus a Limited Slip Differential. The Honda Civic Type R MUGEN 200 features front and rear bumpers with skirts, various badges and a Limited Edition number plaque. The car comes with a Championship White exterior paint and gloss black door mirrors. The Honda Civic Type R MUGEN 200 sits on 19-inch alloy wheels and the company also plans to offer various chassis tuning parts as an option.

2010 Honda Civic Sports Car Type R Mugen 200

The Honda Civic Type R MUGEN 200 price will be announced at a later date and you'll be able to start ordering yours from March. An enhanced, limited edition Civic Type R featuring exclusive MUGEN equipment will go on sale through Honda dealers in the UK in April.

2010 Honda Civic Sports Car Type R Mugen 200

Inspired by MUGEN Euro’s high-performance Type R, the MUGEN 200 is fitted with unique body parts, wheels and badges to give it stand-out looks. As its name suggests, only 200 of the special Type R models will be made. A range of tuning parts, to further enhance the chassis dynamics of the Type R, will also be available as dealer fit options. The order bank for the MUGEN 200 opens in March, when prices will also be announced.

2010 Honda Civic Sports Car Type R Mugen 200

This limited edition Type R continues the association between Honda (UK) and MUGEN Euro – the Northampton-based subsidiary of Honda’s long standing tuning partner MUGEN. Last year, MUGEN used its 36 years of experience and engineering expertise gained at the forefront of global motorsport, to further develop the Type R, and create the Civic Type R MUGEN of which just 20 units will be made.

2010 Honda Civic Sports Car Type R Mugen 200

From April, a network of Honda dealers will also offer an exclusive range of original MUGEN tuning parts for Type R owners to use to modify their own cars – both used and new. These parts will be available to buy from a number of selected dealers across the UK, and will offer a range of tuning and cosmetic parts, including sports suspension upgrades, lightweight wheels and interior trim.

2010 Honda Civic Sports Car Type R Mugen 200

The limited edition car also celebrates the launch of Honda’s BTCC team for 2010, continuing its long-standing relationship with Team Dynamics. The team will compete in two Civics – which will feature a similar White and Black colour scheme to the MUGEN 200 cars. More details will be announced before the first race of the season, which is at Thruxton on 4 April.

 

2010 Honda Civic Sports Car Type R Mugen 200