2012 Honda Odyssey

2012 Honda Odyssey minivan, compact design with a futuristic and full of luxury

You should want to know about the new minivan designed honda.with sharp and accurate performance to maximize the performance of new machines as the successor of the previous generation,2012 Honda Odyssey you will find more information about the features and security systems are available with a 2012 Honda Odyssey that will make you surprised to read it.

You will also know more about the competition in the market specifications, performance, performance engines, exterior and interior Honda has to offer. Honda Odyssey has long managed to hold a good reputation in the marketplace because of, the style of performance and luxury interior design and cabin is spacious enough for the minivan class.

For 2012 Honda Odyssey interior design will create a very luxurious minivan models nearly equivalent to the features offered honda.Model sedan is equipped with antilock braking system so as to make safer drivers, which are available with electronic brake distribution and tire pressure monitoring system.

The owner of this vehicle can take advantage of the traction control to determine the stability of the vehicle. Front side airbags have been added to increase the value of the safety features added for this minivan, a futuristic design and roomy seat allow for the family. USB connectivity and the design of luxury wrapped dash board navigation buttons and audio luxury.

All iterior design and solid performance to beat a competitor for the 2012 Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna 2012 Dodge Caravan has been regarded as a major primary. The highly competitive engine 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a 3.5-liter V-6 that runs on 6 cylinders when accelerating and 3 cylinders when running. This saves the cost of fuel. All three trims are powered by a 255hp V6 engine coupled with a new 5-speed otomatis.yang will deliver you to the extraordinary acceleration of this car on 2012 Honda Odyssey.

2012 Honda Odyssey

2012 Honda Odyssey minivan, compact design with a futuristic and full of luxury

You should want to know about the new minivan designed honda.with sharp and accurate performance to maximize the performance of new machines as the successor of the previous generation,2012 Honda Odyssey you will find more information about the features and security systems are available with a 2012 Honda Odyssey that will make you surprised to read it.

You will also know more about the competition in the market specifications, performance, performance engines, exterior and interior Honda has to offer. Honda Odyssey has long managed to hold a good reputation in the marketplace because of, the style of performance and luxury interior design and cabin is spacious enough for the minivan class.

For 2012 Honda Odyssey interior design will create a very luxurious minivan models nearly equivalent to the features offered honda.Model sedan is equipped with antilock braking system so as to make safer drivers, which are available with electronic brake distribution and tire pressure monitoring system.

The owner of this vehicle can take advantage of the traction control to determine the stability of the vehicle. Front side airbags have been added to increase the value of the safety features added for this minivan, a futuristic design and roomy seat allow for the family. USB connectivity and the design of luxury wrapped dash board navigation buttons and audio luxury.

All iterior design and solid performance to beat a competitor for the 2012 Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna 2012 Dodge Caravan has been regarded as a major primary. The highly competitive engine 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a 3.5-liter V-6 that runs on 6 cylinders when accelerating and 3 cylinders when running. This saves the cost of fuel. All three trims are powered by a 255hp V6 engine coupled with a new 5-speed otomatis.yang will deliver you to the extraordinary acceleration of this car on 2012 Honda Odyssey.

2012 Honda Fit Sport

The Honda Fit is based on the proven strengths of the year 2012 to date style of the Honda Fit Sport interior upgrades for all models, and the addition of new standard features and available.

Adjust the compact size and small turning circle (34.4 feet, curb to curb) can conveniently browse in the confined space in urban areas and in small parking spaces. However, a spacious and versatile interior offers the opportunity and the cargo volume of a relatively more important vehicle. Compared to any other class subcompact car, the Fit offers five places lower, flat load floor and the cargo volume of 57.3 cubic feet. when the rear seats are down. His other four-seat configurations are designed to accommodate large objects ranging from mountain bikes to surfboards high plants.

2012 Honda Fit Sport exterior updates to include new designs for the grille and bumpers, headlights black borders and black "surface machined" finish for the wheels (to replace a painted surface appearance). Fit the input model retains its exclusive front fascia design and in 2012 received color mirrors (previously black) and covers up to date.

Inside, the Honda Fit Sport interior is decorated with dark metallic cockpit components, a uniform color scheme (which replaces the previous theme of gray and black). Honda Fit Sport adds chrome inserts can be about the instrument display. All models receive a newly designed center console-mounted beverage holder, and mixers, which is easier to use and improve stability. All models will also be added to the noise protection measures on the floor, front fenders and front corner pillars and thicker glass help create a quiet and refined cabin. Two new colors: Metallic Blue Raspberry and Orange Metallic Burst, replacing the corresponding colors on the first model year.

2012 Honda Crosstour

The 2012 Honda Crosstour approach the crossing formula clearly from a sleek, sporty and fuel efficient and maximize the capacity of the premium interior, versatility and ease of use. By 2012, the official name became Crosstour, replacing Crosstour Agreement (models 2010 and 2011).

Appearance Honda Cross Tour emphasizes a bold, aerodynamic look that also hides the back of the boot fits, with a large lift-over tailgate. Interior Award, meetings and details ranging from the cabin through the whole trunk. Storage space under the rear of the vehicle more features, but the reversible cargo floor panels can accommodate a dirty objects.

Honda Cross Tower is available in two trim levels, Cross Tower EX and EX-L with Real Time 4WD is available on the EX-L. For 2012, includes new features on the EX auto headlights turned on / off, a backup camera, Bluetooth hands-free connection and USB audio interface. Two new colors are also available on all models tour: Twilight Blue Metallic Blue Metallic replaces glacier, and Basque Red Pearl Tango Red Pearl replaces.

Honda Cross Tour is a standard 3.5-liter i-VTEC V-6 engine has variable cylinder management (VCM), power and efficiency. The engine produces 271 hp at 6200 rpm and 254 lb-ft. torque is 5000 rpm, and at the same time to achieve the EPA-rated city / highway / fuel consumption is 18/27/21 mpg for 2WD models. At the same EX-L 4WD Cross Tour offers real-time the EPA-rated city / highway / mpg fuel economy rating 18/26/21.

Hybrid rally car banned for being too fast [video]

What has been called the “world’s greenest rally car” has been kicked out of its championship because it’s too fast. The gasoline-electric Honda Insight hybrid, which competes in Britain’s Formula 1000 rally championship, has been asked to withdraw following concerns from rival competitors that it has an unfair advantage, after dominating the 2011 series with two wins and a second place from the first three rounds.

The car, which uses a tuned gasoline-electric hybrid system to give it more power and better fuel efficiency, has been developed by the Oaktec team from Lancaster over a six-year period using the low-emission Honda car as a base. The developments of the green technology have been so successful that the eco-car, which can return 2.8 L/100 km when driven slowly, has blown away a field of conventional rally cars to gain a 19-point championship lead after just three rallies.

The championship organizers phoned the Oaktec team to request that it stand down from the series and compete the car in a higher class to appease rival competitors. The team has agreed to the demand and will now look to race in other classes.

“It was a bit of a shock when I got the call as, after six years of hard work ,we finally had our chance for a bit of glory,” says Oaktec boss Paul Andrews. “But I fully understand the perspective of the organizers and their wish not to spoil the sport for the other drivers. Formula 1000 is a great championship and they were really supportive by allowing us to compete with these new hybrid technologies in their rallies and we always agreed that if we had a clear advantage we would step aside.

“It’s a shame it had to happen mid-season, but it’s the risk you face in going against the grain and trying something radical. If it fails, no one notices; if it’s successful, you have an unfair advantage. I think our project has made people realize that there is a real future for genuinely green technologies in motorsport and other leisure activities.”

To prove the eco-credentials of the tuned Honda hybrid system, Oaktec entered the rally car in a fuel economy competition and returned 3.45 L/100 km, beating the next best car, a small diesel, by almost a litre per 100 km. It has regularly returned less than 2.8 L/100 km in testing and has ultra-low CO2 emissions, yet uses the same combination of efficient engine, batteries and electric motor to win rallies.

In addition, the car is unique in motorsport because it uses a continuously variable transmission developed by Bosch, who also sponsor the car.

OakTec Motorsport

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

Twelve modified 2011 Honda CR-Z sport hybrid coupes are featured prominently in the Honda booth at the 2010 SEMA Show, LAS VEGAS, which opens today. The 2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept is the sporty evolution of the Honda CR-Z, prepared by the Japanese Mugen Motorsports, officially associated with Honda. Honda has teamed up with Mugen again for a new hotrod special - but this one's a hybrid. The new 2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept is a slightly more ecologically sound proposition than the banzai 2009 Civic Type R Mugen, and brings the race car treatment to Honda's hybrid coupe.

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

As the first available sport hybrid, the 2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept demonstrates new opportunities for vehicle personalization among the import tuner community. Several significant vehicles are being unveiled at the show, including a 2011 CR-Z equipped with MUGEN* accessories, the Honda Performance Development, Inc. (HPD) CR-Z Hybrid R Concept, the HPD CR-Z Racer and several vehicles equipped with Honda Genuine Accessories.

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

Also unveiled today were two concept vehicles from HPD: the CR-Z Hybrid R Concept and the HPD CR-Z Racer. Though neither vehicle is intended for sale, HPD, Honda’s North American racing company, was determined to demonstrate the potential of the CR-Z for both street and racing performance. Both vehicles share many performance enhancements, with the CR-Z Hybrid R Concept highlighting Honda-designed street styling and the HPD CR-Z Racer opting for serious racing capability. To demonstrate that capability, HPD will campaign two HPD CR-Z Racers at the 25 Hours of Thunderhill endurance race in December. HPD enhancements to both cars include: a turbocharger and upgraded IMA™ hybrid system, resulting in an estimated combined 200 horsepower and 175 lb-ft. of torque; performance clutch; limited-slip differential; ‘circuit-tuned’ suspension; upgraded brakes and aerodynamic components.

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

Two vehicles were on display to demonstrate currently available Honda Genuine Accessories. For the 2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept, Honda displayed a vehicle equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels; side, front lip and tailgate spoilers; a rear diffuser; an illuminated door-sill trim and an interior armrest. Additionally, a 2010 Accord Coupe equipped with dealer-installed Honda Factory Performance™ (HFP™) components melded a distinctive, custom appearance with an enhanced level of handling performance. All Honda Genuine Accessories offer the same 3-year/36,000 mile bumper-to-bumper warranty as the rest of the vehicle, when installed at the time of new vehicle purchase, and are engineered to be fully compatible with each Honda vehicle.

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

Mugen Euro has developed a highly-tuned version of the Honda CR-Z that aims to deliver up to 200PS and 215Nm of torque by boosting the hybrid's petrol-electric powertrain. The goal of the project was to prove hybrid cars can be exciting to drive, by producing "Civic Type R-like" performance from the hybrid coupe while remaining sympathetic to the original Honda direction for the CR-Z. Torque Mugen Honda crz provide 50 percent greater power and use electric as the fuel. Obviously this is a good concept for a Honda hybrid sport cars. 2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept uses a 5-speed adjustable front and mounted on the back, which would increase the width base and weight of the settlement.

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

Colin Whittamore from Mugen Euro explains the philosophy behind the creation of the CR-Z Mugen: “We wanted a car that has genuine performance available at the touch of a button, but can perform just like a standard CR-Z and offer good fuel economy when the driver wishes. For that reason, we’ve kept the three driving modes, so the driver can select “eco” or “normal” to switch to economy and low emissions for daily driving, but press the Mugen button for the full-blown weekend-warrior settings”.

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

In addition, Mugen’s engineers also widened the 2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept’s front and rear tracks and fitted stiffer 5-step adjustable dampers and a limited slip differential to maximize traction. The Honda CR-Z Mugen stops courtesy of larger brake discs and 4-pot calipers. 2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept comes with sporty interior, there are Recaro sports seats, a different gear knob and a carbon rear view mirror cover, but your attention will be instantly drawn by the addition of three gauges that display water and oil temperature and pressure.

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

Among factors that features the sportiveness stands out the lowered bumper, a large roof spoiler and the carbon-fiber bonnet which, according to Honda, is an important technical detail. The weight of the 2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept then was reduced by more than 50 kg, through the use of lightweight materials as, again, the carbon-fiber, and first tests seem very positive.

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

The 2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept is purely a concept car at this stage, designed to demonstrate the potential and versatility of the Honda IMA system, with no confirmed plans for further production. Mugen and Honda (UK) will consider media and customer feedback before deciding on any next steps.

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

Twelve modified 2011 Honda CR-Z sport hybrid coupes are featured prominently in the Honda booth at the 2010 SEMA Show, LAS VEGAS, which opens today. The 2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept is the sporty evolution of the Honda CR-Z, prepared by the Japanese Mugen Motorsports, officially associated with Honda. Honda has teamed up with Mugen again for a new hotrod special - but this one's a hybrid. The new 2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept is a slightly more ecologically sound proposition than the banzai 2009 Civic Type R Mugen, and brings the race car treatment to Honda's hybrid coupe.

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

As the first available sport hybrid, the 2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept demonstrates new opportunities for vehicle personalization among the import tuner community. Several significant vehicles are being unveiled at the show, including a 2011 CR-Z equipped with MUGEN* accessories, the Honda Performance Development, Inc. (HPD) CR-Z Hybrid R Concept, the HPD CR-Z Racer and several vehicles equipped with Honda Genuine Accessories.

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

Also unveiled today were two concept vehicles from HPD: the CR-Z Hybrid R Concept and the HPD CR-Z Racer. Though neither vehicle is intended for sale, HPD, Honda’s North American racing company, was determined to demonstrate the potential of the CR-Z for both street and racing performance. Both vehicles share many performance enhancements, with the CR-Z Hybrid R Concept highlighting Honda-designed street styling and the HPD CR-Z Racer opting for serious racing capability. To demonstrate that capability, HPD will campaign two HPD CR-Z Racers at the 25 Hours of Thunderhill endurance race in December. HPD enhancements to both cars include: a turbocharger and upgraded IMA™ hybrid system, resulting in an estimated combined 200 horsepower and 175 lb-ft. of torque; performance clutch; limited-slip differential; ‘circuit-tuned’ suspension; upgraded brakes and aerodynamic components.

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

Two vehicles were on display to demonstrate currently available Honda Genuine Accessories. For the 2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept, Honda displayed a vehicle equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels; side, front lip and tailgate spoilers; a rear diffuser; an illuminated door-sill trim and an interior armrest. Additionally, a 2010 Accord Coupe equipped with dealer-installed Honda Factory Performance™ (HFP™) components melded a distinctive, custom appearance with an enhanced level of handling performance. All Honda Genuine Accessories offer the same 3-year/36,000 mile bumper-to-bumper warranty as the rest of the vehicle, when installed at the time of new vehicle purchase, and are engineered to be fully compatible with each Honda vehicle.

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

Mugen Euro has developed a highly-tuned version of the Honda CR-Z that aims to deliver up to 200PS and 215Nm of torque by boosting the hybrid's petrol-electric powertrain. The goal of the project was to prove hybrid cars can be exciting to drive, by producing "Civic Type R-like" performance from the hybrid coupe while remaining sympathetic to the original Honda direction for the CR-Z. Torque Mugen Honda crz provide 50 percent greater power and use electric as the fuel. Obviously this is a good concept for a Honda hybrid sport cars. 2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept uses a 5-speed adjustable front and mounted on the back, which would increase the width base and weight of the settlement.

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

Colin Whittamore from Mugen Euro explains the philosophy behind the creation of the CR-Z Mugen: “We wanted a car that has genuine performance available at the touch of a button, but can perform just like a standard CR-Z and offer good fuel economy when the driver wishes. For that reason, we’ve kept the three driving modes, so the driver can select “eco” or “normal” to switch to economy and low emissions for daily driving, but press the Mugen button for the full-blown weekend-warrior settings”.

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

In addition, Mugen’s engineers also widened the 2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept’s front and rear tracks and fitted stiffer 5-step adjustable dampers and a limited slip differential to maximize traction. The Honda CR-Z Mugen stops courtesy of larger brake discs and 4-pot calipers. 2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept comes with sporty interior, there are Recaro sports seats, a different gear knob and a carbon rear view mirror cover, but your attention will be instantly drawn by the addition of three gauges that display water and oil temperature and pressure.

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

Among factors that features the sportiveness stands out the lowered bumper, a large roof spoiler and the carbon-fiber bonnet which, according to Honda, is an important technical detail. The weight of the 2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept then was reduced by more than 50 kg, through the use of lightweight materials as, again, the carbon-fiber, and first tests seem very positive.

2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept

The 2011 Honda Sport Cars Hybrid CR-Z Mugen Concept is purely a concept car at this stage, designed to demonstrate the potential and versatility of the Honda IMA system, with no confirmed plans for further production. Mugen and Honda (UK) will consider media and customer feedback before deciding on any next steps.

2011 Honda Jazz Hybrid Car

Hybrid Car Review of Honda Jazz Release 2011 car in your mind can be attributed to Toyota and Lexus cars. Honda Hybrid Rewing High has a VTEC engine, so that high torque engine can sync speed.Nothing gasoline engine at a new high with the launch of the Honda Jazz facelifted model.

Honda Hybrid fourth of corporate spending on display with the Jazz model electricity.Honda weakened slightly in decline in hybrid sales, but this is the latest release of the Honda Jazz Hybrid itself.

2011 Honda Jazz Hybrid Car

Hybrid Car Review of Honda Jazz Release 2011 car in your mind can be attributed to Toyota and Lexus cars. Honda Hybrid Rewing High has a VTEC engine, so that high torque engine can sync speed.Nothing gasoline engine at a new high with the launch of the Honda Jazz facelifted model.

Honda Hybrid fourth of corporate spending on display with the Jazz model electricity.Honda weakened slightly in decline in hybrid sales, but this is the latest release of the Honda Jazz Hybrid itself.

2011 Honda Brio Hatcback

Honda will come in July and August production of Honda SIEL has contributed to the lack of supply auto parts.Honda SIEL produce in large part to deficiencies in India.This also means that the component suppliers in Japan could finally climbed out of the Earthquake and Tsunami crisis has led to the operation of Them . Honda's India as well, which greatly depends on the part of Japan will now be able to increase production and provide enough cars to customers.

2011 Honda Brio Hatcback

Honda will come in July and August production of Honda SIEL has contributed to the lack of supply auto parts.Honda SIEL produce in large part to deficiencies in India.This also means that the component suppliers in Japan could finally climbed out of the Earthquake and Tsunami crisis has led to the operation of Them . Honda's India as well, which greatly depends on the part of Japan will now be able to increase production and provide enough cars to customers.

Honda EV-neo gets detailed [video]

Honda has released new details about the EV-neo.

Like recent concepts from Smart, MINI and Volkswagen, the EV-neo is an electric scooter that was designed to improve mobility in large, urban cities. The model features a 72V lithium-ion battery which sends power to an electric motor that develops 3.8 PS (2.8 kW / 3.8 hp) and 11 Nm (8 lb-ft) of torque. This enables the 110 kg (243 lb) EV-neo to travel up to 34 km (21 miles) on a single charge.

When the battery is depleted, it can be fully recharged in 3.5 hours with the standard charger (which resides underneath the seat) or 30 minutes with the rapid charger.

Other highlights include a digital instrument cluster, 12-inch tubeless tires and a new Combi Braking system which engages both brakes (front and rear) when the left braking lever is activated.

While the scooter is already available in Japan, Honda has recently announced plans to launch a new test program in Barcelona, Spain. Details are limited, but the company will give the city council 18 EV-neos, for one year, to gather feedback about performance and user behavior.

Check out the press release below for additional information



Honda pioneered the electric motorcycle segment in 1994, when the company leased 200 CUV-ES electric scooters to national and local government agencies in Japan. Now Honda presents EV-neo electric scooter.

Japan

Lease sales of the EV-neo started in Japan in April 2011 with Honda expecting to sell approximately 1,000 units in the first year. The base price is 454,650 Japanese yen or approximately 4,000 Euros.

The EV-neo is also being used in Honda Electric Vehicle Testing Programmes in Kumamoto and Saitama prefectures. These testing programmes which include motorcycles, automobile and power equipment products based on electromotive technologies will help to test future forms of personal mobility and their potential in CO2 reduction. In the Kumamoto Programme, EV-neo scooters are rented to residents and tourists to provide feedback on their use and benefits and in Saitama they are leased to delivery companies.


Europe

Honda will be bringing the EV-neo to Europe for the first time when a Demonstration Programme with Barcelona City Council gets underway from the beginning of July 2011. The programme will see 18 Honda EV-neo electric scooters leased to city authorities for the period of a year.

This activity will enable Honda to test the Ev-neo in real-life European riding conditions and will help to develop our understanding of electric vehicle usage. Daily monitoring of the EV-neos will take place and will look to analyse riding distance, charging time and load conditions. RACC, Spain's leading Automobile Club will co-ordinate the monitoring activity in conjunction with Montesa Honda and Barcelona City Council.

EV SYSTEM

Honda designed the EV system for the EV-neo to reflect the basic operation of a petrol engine motorcycle.

. The rider operates the throttle, and an APS (Accelerator Position Sensor) converts the degree of throttle opening into an electric signal.

. The PDU* calculates the optimal motor output level based on the signal from the APS and information from the BMU**.

. Then, to produce this optimal output level, the PDU sends the appropriate amount of electricity from the battery to the motor.

* PDU = Power Drive Unit: See later in this document.
** BMU = Battery Management Unit: Manages battery condition (temperature, remaining charge and other parameters).

EV system: Pathway from throttle input to motor output

POWER UNIT

Honda designed the compact power unit of the EV-neo to fit neatly among the unsprung parts of the machine. The EV-neo offers an output of 2.8 kW (rated output 0.58 kW)-equivalent to a petrol engine motorcycle in the same class. Even when fully loaded with 30 kg of cargo, it can start smoothly and climb a 12° incline.

To create a highly compact power unit, Honda designed all parts to achieve the best balance of weight, size and performance.

• PDU (Power Drive Unit)
The PDU is made up of two areas

- 12 V controller area: The controller area continuously manages power for the vehicle as a whole, including the motor, meters, headlight and charger. In communicating with the BMU, it uses a controller area network (CAN) for trustworthy data transmission.

- 72 V driver area: The driver area converts the DC current of the lithium-ion battery into 3-phase alternating current to drive the motor.

Placing the PDU directly behind the swing arm pivot and between the battery and the motor results in shorter wiring to connect these three parts, a more compact power unit overall and more efficient transmission of electricity.

• Motor
The DC brushless motor features interior permanent magnets (IPM), which help produce high output even at low rpms for outstanding off-the-line acceleration. To ensure smooth acceleration at high rpms and efficient performance throughout the rpm range, the motor makes effective use of reluctance torque derived from the mutual pull of the magnets and steel parts.

• Automatic centrifugal clutch
To accommodate a wide variety of usage situations (flat roads, hills, loaded with cargo, etc.) the EV-neo features an automatic centrifugal clutch designed by Honda exclusively for EVs. This builds on the successful automatic centrifugal clutch technologies that Honda developed for its petrol engine scooters.

• Transmission
The EV-neo motor does not require a gear box. This offers flexibility in terms of motor location on the motorcycle and efficiency throughout the rpm range. Situated to the left of the rear wheel, the motor uses only a deceleration gear as needed. In addition to making the power unit more lightweight, this transmission configuration eliminates loss of power due to gear shifting and allows the battery to supply electricity very efficiently.

• Regenerative deceleration
When the rider releases the throttle grip, the EV-neo carries out regenerative deceleration to charge the battery. The EV-neo optimises the amount of torque produced during regenerative recharging to offer an engine braking feel similar to that of a petrol engine motorcycle.

•Linear throttle response
The EV-neo responds instantly to throttle input, transmitting the appropriate amount of electricity to the motor to produce the desired output. The result is throttle response that reflects the rider's intentions precisely during acceleration and deceleration. Leveraging the motor's ability to produce maximum torque at low rpms, the EV-neo offers highly stable performance in off-the-line acceleration as well as at low speeds.

BATTERY



• Substantial range
Comprising 90 SCiB cells, the battery of the EV-neo offers a capacity of 907 Wh (72 V x 12.6 Ah (1HR)), as calculated by Honda from the usage pattern of a typical rider during testing. This capacity allows for a vehicle range of 34 km at 30 km/h on level ground.*
*Honda calculations based on predetermined test conditions (user results may vary based on weather, road conditions, vehicle condition and maintenance, and other parameters).

• Low-temperature performance
In general, the lower the temperature of the battery, the lower its performance, however, the cells of the EV-neo battery offer excellent performance even at low temperatures. In addition, the BMU can sense when battery temperature is low and communicate this information to the PDU, which switches the motor to limited output mode. In this mode, the EV-neo continues to run with slightly diminished acceleration performance. Once the EV-neo starts moving, the battery discharges electricity and begins to warm up. As the battery temperature rises above a set level, the PDU cancels limited output mode, and acceleration performance returns to normal levels.

• High-temperature performance
In high temperatures, repetitive charging of the battery causes its temperature to rise, and users would normally have to limit their riding to prevent degradation of battery capacity. However, when the temperature of the EV-neo battery rises above a set level a cooling fan activates, bringing air into the battery box and helping to moderate the rate of temperature increase. This system helps support repetitive charging and allows the EV-neo to be used at any time of day and in any season.

In batteries where many cells are connected in series, the batteries with the lowest remaining charge suppress the total system capacity, thus reducing the vehicle range. In contrast, the battery of the EV-neo uses a remaining charge equalisation system to prevent such a reduction in vehicle range.

CHARGING

The EV-neo's charging system is designed for durability even with high frequency of use.

• Simple and quiet
Honda believes that the charging process for EVs should be as simple, convenient and quick as possible. In the case of the EV-neo, the user simply plugs in the charger's two cords-one into a power outlet, and one into the bike's charging connector-and presses the charger's start button to begin charging. Once the EV-neo is fully charged, the charging process stops automatically. An indicator on the charger displays the status of the charging process.

The charging connector of the EV-neo is located on the left of the vehicle and is designed to be small in size yet able to withstand the frequent connection and disconnection of the charging cable. A locking lid in the body of the EV-neo protects the connector.

The EV-neo is designed to be quiet whilst riding and during the charging process, producing 45 dB or less regardless of whether the regular or rapid charger is used.

• Regular charger
The regular charger uses household power for easy, convenient charging anywhere. It takes the EV-neo battery from zero charge to a full charge in approximately 3.5 hours (at ambient temperature of 25 °C).

The regular charger is a highly portable unit and fits neatly in the cargo space beneath the seat of the EV-neo. The user simply aligns the grooves on the charger with guidelines in the cargo space and lightly pushes down; the charger will slide into place. To remove the charger, the user simply pulls upward on the charger's handle.

The charger's cords are also cleverly stored. The DC cord that connects the charger to the vehicle fits into a groove in the charger, and there is also a space in the charger for the cord's connector. The AC cord that connects the charger to the wall outlet is coiled after use and placed in a pocket built in to the charger.

• Rapid charger
The rapid charger takes the EV-neo battery from zero charge to a full charge in approximately 30 minutes (at ambient temperature of 25 °C). In addition, the rapid charger features step-down charging, performing high-current charging until the battery is almost fully charged and then switching to low-current charging to complete the charging process. This method makes it possible for the rapid charger to charge the battery of the EV-neo to the 100% level.

Equipped with a handle, the rapid charger is lightweight and compact for easy carrying. Aside from the power source, no additional equipment is required.

• Charging system
The charging system continuously monitors the battery charge level and temperature, adjusting to changes in these parameters to charge the EV-neo simply, quickly and completely.

The charger is controlled by the PDU, and its connector contains a terminal to transmit signals between the charger and the PDU, as well as a terminal to transmit electricity to the battery. The system works as follows:

. When the user inserts the charger connector in the vehicle and presses the START button, the PDU is activated and begins exchanging signals with the charger.

. Responding to information received from the BMU, the PDU sends signals to the charger to begin and stop charging. If the rapid charger is being used, the PDU also sends signals to regulate the change in charging rate during step-down charging.

. Responding to signals from the PDU, the charger starts and stops transmitting electricity to the battery via the connector's electrical transmission terminal.

. The PDU conveys the battery charge status to the EV-neo's battery remaining charge indicator.



BODY• Upright riding position
The EV-neo has a step-through frame and a flat floor. To make it easier for the feet to reach the ground, the seat and body cover curve gently inward toward the centre of the body. In addition the upright riding position helps provide excellent field of vision.


• Superior stability
The placement of the battery beneath the vehicle floor helps keep the EV-neo's centre of gravity low, enhancing vehicle stability even when the vehicle is loaded with cargo. The frame of the EV-neo holds the battery firmly in place while protecting it from shock and is also designed to help minimise the burden created by the extra weight of the battery.

Standard 12-inch tubeless tyres at the front and rear enhance manoeuvrability and reduce the chance of a flat tyre.

• New Combi Brake system
To provide ample braking power and stable braking performance, the EV-neo uses 130 mm diameter drum brakes in the front and rear. The new Combi Brake system delivers braking force to both the front and rear wheels when the left braking lever (conventional rear wheel brake) is depressed, and delivers braking force only to the front wheel when the right braking lever (front wheel brake) is depressed.

The left and right steering angle is 50°, and the minimum turning radius is 1.7 m.

DESIGN

In a petrol engine scooter, the seat is situated over the engine. This is not the case in the EV-neo, allowing for a large open space between the seat and the floor and for additional rider comfort. In combination with the large body panels surrounding the rider, this unique shape creates a simple and striking silhouette.

The easy-to-access charging port lid with plug pictogram is the only coloured element of the bike, providing a clearly recognisable EV icon that provides a clean, neat impression.

• Meters
The digital speedometer includes the remaining charge indicator which provides a linear readout, allowing the rider to easily estimate the remaining vehicle range based on the current remaining charge and the distance already travelled. A trip meter provides further support to the rider in estimating the remaining range.

AUTO POWER SAVE SYSTEM

If the EV-neo is left on for approximately three minutes without input from the rider, the Auto Power Save system turns off battery power to prevent the waste of energy.

SYNERGISTIC PRODUCTION

The EV-neo shares major motor components, production equipment and raw materials with the Insight hybrid vehicle. The motor of the EV-neo has the same basic structure as that of the Monpal ML200 electric cart meaning that the same Kumamoto Factory assembly line can handle motor assembly for both products. In this way, Honda is realising the benefits of synergistic production and further advancing its EV production technologies.

Noblesse and the Japanese car tuner has made Honda CR-Z Hybrid much more interesting by releasing some aftermarket bits and pieces that will change the look of the car completely.  Program upgrades for Honda’s hybrid sports hatch includes a new aero kit with an aggressive front and rear apron, side skirts, rear diffuser and large roof wing.  In addition, body kit that makes the sporty CR-Z is more than usual, the people of Noblesse also offers a carbon fiber hood, underbody some aero, sports exhaust system and also a new set of bigger wheels that will complete the new look  the car’s exterior.  The tuner can also be completed wheel cars or car bodies in several colors and they also can improve the car’s interior upon request.