Recently, I’ve spent some time thinking about visiting the Honda dealer near me to test drive a few models. Honda has come a long way since its initial inception and has become a popular brand worldwide, but why is that? In 1948, Soichiro Honda and Takeo Fujisawa joined forces to create Honda Motor Co., Ltd. […]
A sporty, midsize SUV is a fine vehicle with a lot to offer if you’re on the market for such a thing––certainly not the type of ride that would go into battle with another vehicle. No, of course not. Except that’s exactly what’s happening here today! Once again, we pit two noble vehicles against […]
Today, cars are constantly increasing in size and cost. The Honda Civic, once renowned as a small and affordable vehicle, now costs over $20,000 (the top trim Touring trim can actually go over $30,000 easily depending on the options chosen) and is larger than some 1990’s Honda Accords. However, the old Honda spirit is not […]
“We have consistently chosen the most difficult path filled with hardships. We must possess the will to challenge difficulties and the wisdom to create new values without being bound by established standards. We do not wish to imitate others.” This quote by Soichiro Honda, one of the co-founders of Honda Motor Company, Ltd, signified […]
Okay, so I’m pretty sure no one has ever called the Honda Civic “sexy,” but why should we hold that against this car? Not every car on the road needs to be a sleek, visually sensual experience that makes us picture cruising along the oceanside in some classic Italian movie. That being said, the […]
Shopping for a Mid-Size SUV The number of options on the market for a mid-size SUV with three rows of seating gets increasingly larger each year. It seems nearly every car manufacturer on the planet sought to release their own take on the lineup in an attempt to win fans over. One such manufacturer to […]
Let’s take a look at two standouts of the 2020 subcompact crossover SUV class: the 2020 Ford EcoSport vs 2020 Honda HR-V. You’ll find a lot of similarities between these two SUVs, but it really comes down to what you’re looking for in an SUV. Whether you are looking for a fun, sporty car like the […]
The Chevy Trax and the Honda HR-V are living relatively parallel paths in the subcompact SUV class. The Trax appeared on the US market in 2015, while the HR-V was introduced in 2016, and the 2020 models demonstrate a lot of growth within the first generation. For those in the market for a subcompact or […]
The joys of owning an SUV or crossover are boundless—they’re roomy, can more easily go off-road than a car, and tend to have a lot of versatility (like towing capabilities). It’s a market that is red hot right now, and there are so many options out there that it can get a little overwhelming. Fortunately, […]
The midsize SUV segment is one of the most competitive in the automobile world, so let’s take a look at two of the more popular 3-row SUVs out there: the 2020 Ford Explorer vs 2020 Honda Pilot. The Ford Explorer is one of the most popular SUVs ever, with total U.S. sales approaching 8 million, […]
Everyone knows if you want to save on gas, you drive a Civic. While the basics of the 2020 model have largely stayed the same as the 2016 model that finally found a good groove in economy sedans, the 2020 Honda Civic (sedan) does have some surprises in store for buyers. Five models for the […]
What sets Honda apart from other brands? As evidenced by their Best Brand Award of 2019, there must be something that distinguishes Honda from the rest of the non-luxury pack. Well, the breadth of their SUV lineup is a good place to start, a lineup that ranges from the fuel-efficient HR-V to the 3-row Pilot. […]
If you’ve been looking into options for Crossovers or SUVs, you wouldn’t be the only one. Millions of SUVs are sold every year in what has rapidly become the hottest market in the automotive industry. When a market’s hot, there will be a lot of competition. And a lot of competition is really great for […]
If you are in the market for a compact crossover that isn’t too small, you should be comparing the 2020 Chevy Equinox vs 2020 Honda CR-V. These two models offer a wide range of features that are ideal for small families. However, you don’t have to have children in order to get the most use […]
Are you searching for the perfect subcompact SUV that seamlessly fuses city driving with adventures off the beaten path? If you answered yes, then you should take a peek at the 2020 Jeep Renegade vs 2020 Honda HR-V. The two pint-sized crossovers can carry five passengers and give off quite an athletic appearance. They […]
When it comes to pickup trucks, utility is the name of the game. Sure, these vehicles can cart you from place to place like anything else. But few other vehicles provide the level of cargo space and power that a pickup truck can give. The pickup truck caters to a driver who wants their […]
One glance at the auto industry as a whole, and you’ll see a market dominated by the SUV. Sure there are plenty of pickup trucks, sedans, and compact cars getting praise, but the field is dominated by vehicles that prioritize utility above all things. While the industry is currently being dominated by the utility […]
Annnnd we’re back. AutoInfluence with all of your current auto news headlines for the week of July 26th. This includes the all-electric F-150, the Silverado 1500 Diesel, and California Emissions standards taking home a big win thanks to a few automakers in particular. In fact, let’s get that last one out of the way […]
Did you miss us? We missed you. That’s right, AutoInfluence is back after a two week break and there’s plenty of current auto news to cover – from everyday industry headlines to the 2019 Goodwood Festival of Speed and the Q2 Truck Sale shootout to the impactful death of two industry giants, there’s plenty […]
It is time, ladies and gentlemen, for two vehicles to do battle, to be pitted against each other in the arena of automotive bloggery. You’d typically have to go to a Michael Bay movie to see this kind of car-on-car vehicular violence, but not today; here the carnage is complimentary and the only thing […]
