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  1. Statement by Acura Regarding Power Steering Hose Recall: 2007-2008 Acura TL
    Acura will voluntarily recall 52,615 model-year 2007-2008 TL sedans in the United States to replace the power steering hose. Over time, the power steering hose may deteriorate and develop a fluid leak. Leaking power steering fluid could lead to loss of power steering assistance or, if it leaks onto a catalytic converter it may result in smoke, or in the worst case, fire. No crashes, injuries or fires have been reported related to this issue. Acura is announcing this recall to encourage owners of...
  2. Team Honda Muscle Milk announces Tommy Hahn for the 2012 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship
    American Honda announces today that Tommy Hahn will be filling in for Team Honda Muscle Milk's Trey Canard throughout the entire 2012 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship series. Hahn will join Justin Brayton aboard a factory CRF450R for all 12 rounds of the nationals. "For Honda to pick me is an amazing opportunity," said Hahn. "It is a confidence booster knowing I have such great support from Team Honda Muscle Milk." "We have known Tommy for a very long time, and we are excited to have him bac...
  3. Honda Announces New UNI-CUB Personal Mobility Device Designed for Harmony with People
    Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today unveiled the new UNI-CUB personal mobility device, designed for harmony with people. Featuring a compact design and comfortable saddle, UNI-CUB offers the same freedom of movement in all directions that a person enjoys while walking. Representing the evolution of the U3-X personal mobility device that Honda announced in 2009, UNI-CUB features Honda's proprietary balance control technology and the world's first omni-directional driving wheel system (Honda Omni Traction...
  4. American Le Mans Series Monterey Race Report
    Circuit: Mazda Raceway Laguna Raceway (2.24-mile road course) Monterey, CA Weather: Clear, warm, afternoon high 86 degrees F Top Fiver Overall Race Results: Ps. Class Drivers Team Engine/Chassis Laps/Notes 1. 1-LMP1 Klaus Graf/Lucas Luhr Muscle Milk Racing HPD ARX-03a 242 laps 2. 1-LMP2 Luis Diaz/Franck Montagny/Scott Tucker Level 5 Motorsports HPD ARX-03b 239 3. 1-LMPC Jon Bennett/Colin Braun CORE Autosport Oreca FLM09 Chevrolet 236 4. 2-LMPC Tomy Drissi/Roberto Gonzalez/Bruno Junqueira RSR Rac...
  5. HondaJet Product, Program and Entry-Into-Service News at EBACE
    Honda Aircraft Company today made several announcements during its media briefing at the European Business Aviation Convention and Exposition (EBACE) in Geneva, Switzerland, that underscore progress and momentum toward certification of the HondaJet light business jet. Honda Aircraft announced and demonstrated key new product enhancements in the HondaJet's avionics and cabin management systems. The company announced the first flight of its fourth conforming flight test aircraft and reviewed progr...
  6. Fourth FAA-Conforming HondaJet Achieves Its First Flight
    Honda Aircraft Company today announced that its fourth conforming HondaJet aircraft, referred to as "F3," successfully completed its first flight last week on May 4, 2012. This first flight milestone was a key highlight amongst many, in an overall program update the company reported in a briefing at the European Business Aviation Convention and Exposition (EBACE) in Geneva, Switzerland, underscoring the HondaJet's progress and momentum toward certification. The F3 aircraft, painted in a unique a...
  7. Statement From Steve Eriksen, Vice President, Honda Performance Development, Following Wednesday's Ruling by an Appeals Judge Concerning a Protest Filed with Indycar by General Motors:
    "We are pleased that Justice Boehm's ruling has again confirmed INDYCAR's initial step to address parity of the Series-mandated single and twin turbochargers. This has been INDYCAR's intention ever since the matter first came under discussion in late 2010. We eagerly look forward to continuing our battle with Chevrolet and Lotus as practice sessions for the Indianapolis 500, 'The Greatest Spectacle in Racing', begin this weekend." # # #
  8. Honda Readies Robust Indy 500 Challenge    
    An accomplished 15-driver lineup, including two previous race winners and nine graduates of IndyCar training-ground series, makes up the Honda-powered effort for the 2012 Indianapolis 500, as the company seeks its third consecutive "500" victory with engine-manufacturer competition.   Manufacturer competition last took place at the fabled "Brickyard" in 2005 – a race won by the late Dan Wheldon, the first of his two Indianapolis 500 triumphs with Honda power.  Previously, Bud...
  9. Honda to Power Bryan Herta Autosport
    American Honda and its Honda Performance Development (HPD) subsidiary will power a single-car effort from Team Barracuda-Bryan Herta Autosport for veteran Canadian driver Alex Tagliani at the 2012 Indianapolis 500 and for the remainder of the 2012 IZOD IndyCar Series, Honda and the team announced today. Under terms of the agreement, HPD will provide its new, turbocharged 2.2-liter Honda Indy V-6 engines to Team Barracuda-Bryan Herta Autosport's single, full-time entry for Tagliani, a 12-year Ind...
  10. Justin Barcia Signs with Factory Honda
    American Honda is proud to welcome Justin Barcia to Team Honda Muscle Milk for the 2013-2014 seasons. Barcia will contest both the AMA Supercross Championship and AMA Motocross Championship aboard a factory-prepared Honda CRF450R race machine. Barcia has been a part of the Honda family for many years, riding several models as he rose through the amateur ranks. After winning numerous amateur titles, Barcia made his professional motocross debut in 2009 aboard a GEICO Honda CRF250R. The GEICO Honda...