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Old 01-12-2010, 08:07 PM   #21 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by RobertSmalls View Post
Excuse me while I get offended at that. I believe the CR-Z would be a big economy improvement for you.

It's true, they haven't produced a hyper-MPG hybrid since 2006, but give them some credit. They produce vehicles in the countries where they are sold. They're advancing manufacturing, automotive, and robotics technology. Their emissions and economy is mostly class-leading. And when the CEO says, "But we are Honda! We must have a manual!", he earns points from me.

No, I want Honda to thrive. Even if their product portfolio for 2010-2013 has nothing that wows me.
I want them to thrive too, but an 81 escort bested these numbers with a 4 speed and steel bumpers. Here we are 30 years later and I guess the stereos and brakes have gotten better but... still boring mileage numbers.

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