Honda’s three-row midsize Pilot has always been a family-friendly workhorse, but for 2026, it gets a bold new look and technological upgrades. It also leans further into the brand’s mission to “ruggedify” its lineup. As part of that focus, the refreshed Pilot (particularly its TrailSport trim) offers competent off-road capability, enabling it to tackle the […]
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Exploring the Honda Accord’s History of Performance
Since its introduction to American shores in 1976, the Honda Accord has established itself as arguably the premier midsize sedan. Over the decades, it’s maintained a reputation as a reliable, practical, and high-value machine. The Honda Accord has been named to Car and Driver’s 10Best list a record 39 times, and it has received numerous […]
Used Commuter Sedans: Four Models To Watch For
Over the past few decades, we’ve seen commuters switch their allegiance from sleek sedans to taller crossovers and SUVs. People like their larger cargo areas and better view of the world around them. While there aren’t nearly as many sedans available today as there used to be, there are many great used examples out there. […]
Meet Honda’s Global HR-V: The ZR-V
Nowadays, the cars that we drive are made all over the globe, so it’s kind of weird to think that there are models out there that we’ve never heard of before here in the United States. In fact, there are many models that we don’t have access to in North America, and one of them […]
What to Know About Honda 0 Series AI Technology
Artificial intelligence is everywhere now, from online language models like ChatGPT to industry applications that include diagnosing illnesses, managing store inventory, and powering virtual smartphone assistants. The technology is already being integrated into vehicles and is expected to expand further in the coming years. Goldman Sachs Research estimates that by 2030, at least 10% of […]
The 2025 Honda Pilot: A Family-First SUV
It doesn’t take more than a glance to realize that the 2025 Honda Pilot is clearly aimed at families, taking space, comfort, and technology to the next level. Its bold, rugged exterior and commanding presence turn heads, while its 3.5L V6 delivers smooth, reliable power for daily driving and family road trips. Even better is […]
How the 2025 Honda Ridgeline Has Made Itself Known in a Crowded Market
There’s no question that when it comes to pickup trucks, drivers have a heck of a lot of options. In some cases, the only real difference between trucks is the brand name. A Chevy Colorado and a Ford Ranger will have minor differences, but you are essentially getting the same level of capability and a […]
What’s the Difference Between the Honda Pilot & Honda Passport?
If you’re browsing at your local dealership and see a Honda Passport and a Honda Pilot for sale side by side, you’d be forgiven for not knowing the differences between the two models. While the latest redesign of the Passport has helped make it more visually distinct from the Pilot, they are both still midsize […]
What Exactly Is the Honda 0 Series?
You might have heard whispers about the Honda 0 Series. You certainly won’t have seen it at a Honda dealer yet, because it isn’t out—and isn’t projected to be out for a while (Honda says 2026). Still, the marketing campaign has been strong, and images of these futuristic vehicles are all over the internet. There’s […]
Take a Visit to the Old Spokes Home With These Long-Running Vehicles
In an auto industry that’s largely focused on the newest, shiniest models, cutting-edge innovation, and next-generation features, it’s easy for some long-running cars, trucks, and SUVs to get lost in the shuffle. This is especially true in the modern market, where new hybrid and all-electric vehicles are steadily supplanting their gas-powered forerunners. There’s nothing wrong […]
Why the Adventurous 2025 Honda Passport Deserves a Second Look
When the Passport returned to the Honda SUV line-up in 2019 after a 17-year hiatus, questions abounded about whether it would succeed. The original Passport, which was Honda’s first SUV, ran from 1994 to 2002 but fizzled out at the end, selling less than 4,000 units in its final model year before being replaced by […]
Trip Out Over the 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid Sport Touring
American motorists have always dreamed about cross-country road trips. Taking a trek with friends or family has always been the stuff of legend, which is why it has been immortalized in such songs as “Route 66,” “On the Road Again,” and “Holiday Road.” However, not all vehicles are really made for touring. Some models give […]
What’s New for the 2026 Honda Passport?
On your next visit to a Honda dealer, you might notice that the Passport has a new look for the 2026 model year. What you might not know at a glance is that this makeover isn’t just skin-deep, as it includes an updated powertrain and a variety of new features. Most of this is centered […]
The State of Solid-State Batteries for EVs
It wasn’t long ago that solid-state batteries were the hottest new EV technology, promising longer ranges, faster charge times, and other benefits versus lithium-ion. However, despite extensive ongoing investments from automakers, optimism has cooled as the tech’s potential seemingly remains far from reality. As Julia Poliscanova of Transport & Environment told CNBC in October 2024, […]
Compact Yet Spacious: Consider a Used Honda CR-V
When it comes to the rather packed compact SUV segment, one model consistently stands out for its balance of value, performance, and dependability: the Honda CR-V. If you’re in the market for a used compact SUV but aren’t quite sure which model will best fit your needs, let me make it easy for you: searching […]
Times Are Changing, Should the Accord Go 100% Hybrid?
If you are in the market for a new Honda Accord, you have the choice of a hybrid powertrain or a traditional gasoline engine. But is it time for Honda to dump pure gasoline and go all-in on hybrids with its popular midsize sedan? Honda began producing an Accord Hybrid in 2005, although that early […]
The Most Influential Motorcycle of 2024
Every year, we here at AutoInfluence look through all of the motorcycles released or updated for the current model year and determine which of them is worthy of being named the Most Influential Motorcycle of the year. We are looking for a bike that has the biggest impact on the industry as a whole; it […]
Honda Jumpstarts Its All-Electric Future With New Models, Partnerships
A prologue is defined as a short introduction that gives background information and sets the stage for the story to come. As the Honda brand’s first mass-market EV, the 2024 Prologue hopes to do just that. Built in collaboration with GM and leveraging the American company’s Ultium electric architecture, the Prologue is a midsize crossover […]
Honda Delivers a Larger-Than-Life Subcompact in the 2025 HR-V
With impressive cargo space, a thoroughly modern interior, and available all-wheel drive across all three trims, the 2025 Honda HR-V is redefining just what a subcompact crossover can be. From the entry-level LX to the stylish Sport and feature-packed EX-L, the 2025 Honda HR-V can go toe-to-toe with any other model in the hotly contested […]
Five Rideshare-Ready Models to Jumpstart Your Career
The sharing economy has revolutionized everything from food delivery and personal transportation to vacation rentals, camping, and retail. Simply download an app to your smartphone and you could start picking up a little extra work on the weekends or even launch an entirely new career. Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft allow drivers to turn […]