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More Honda Civic Hatchback Trims Will Have Manual Option for 2020

August 15, 2019August 15, 2019 John Coyle

Yup, you read that right. For 2020, more trim levels of the Honda Civic will be available with a manual transmission. In a day and age where the third pedal is disappearing even from cars like the Shelby GT500, it’s an unusual move for a company to expand its stick shift options. So for enthusiasts? This is great news. Of course, the red-hot Type R is excursively available in a manual, and it was available on the Sport trim as well. Unfortunately, until now the Sport Touring was only available…

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Flying High: 2019 Honda Pilot Elite AWD Test Drive

July 26, 2019July 22, 2019 Derek Shiekhi

What kind of car buyer are you? Do you have to be the first one on your block to own a hot new model? Or are you the kind of person who waits for a vehicle to be out for a few years before seriously considering it? The urge to be an early adopter of a particular vehicle is understandable. There’s an undeniable sense of satisfaction that comes with getting what you want exactly when you want it. But there are upsides to waiting, as well. The 2019 Honda Pilot…

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The 2019 Honda Civic Type R Gets Price Bump, Still Worth It

July 11, 2019July 10, 2019 John Coyle

For many years, the Honda Civic Type R was forbidden fruit in the United States, and the closest domestic enthusiasts could get to experiencing Honda’s hot rod was on the tracks of Gran Turismo. That made it a hot ticket when the 306-horsepower hatch arrived back in 2017, and it’s apparently still a hot ticket, because the latest price increase means it’ll cost almost $2500 more than the first examples that arrived on our shores. Do the math, and you’ll find the cost of entry is now $37,230, which isn’t…

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Lexus UX 250h vs Honda H-RV: Which AWD Crossover Fits You Best?

June 19, 2019June 19, 2019 John Coyle

If you’re looking for an all-wheel drive crossover, there are no shortage of choices. And in this red-hot segment, manufacturers are pulling out all the stops to make sure that their offerings shine. Now, given how well equipped even entry-level vehicles are today, we thought it might be interesting to compare the Lexus UX to the Honda HR-V. Because while they’re aimed at different demographics, you might be surprised at just how well they stack up against each other. The video and the full transcript follow below. That said, you shouldn’t…

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Best Road Trip Ready Crossovers Under $50k: Video

May 27, 2019May 24, 2019 John Coyle

There’s nothing like the feeling of starting a road trip! And with roomy cabins, creature comforts galore, and record reliability, today’s crossovers make it easier than ever to head out in search of adventure. So with the idea of the open road in mind, let’s take a look at some of the best road trip ready crossovers under $50k. Watch the video to see us run down all the details on the Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, Acura RDX, Dodge Durango, and Chevy Traverse. Of course, you shouldn’t buy a car…