Our favorite Japanese automaker is always working on upgrades and advancements for automotive technologies and, recently, they began the process of something exciting! We found out that Honda has filed a patent for an 11-speed transmission with three clutches and everything about it sounds amazing to us!
The engines of hybrid vehicles are made with rare-earth metals and it's projected that the price of these metals will increase by 14% every year; our favorite Japanese automaker knows this is bad for everyone, so they've decided to use a different metal to keep costs down for us all.
After taking two years off, the Accord Hybrid is returning to Honda of Serramonte at last. Green-leaning Honda drivers have been eager for a more efficient electrified model in the lineup, and the 2017 Accord Hybrid does not disappoint.
The 2017 model features the latest in Honda technology, including seamless smartphone integration, and advanced safety features that utilize computer algorithms and sensors to intelligently assist the driver in avoiding accidents.
Design cues exclusive to the hybrid model:
Part of Honda’s vision for the future includes making two-thirds of its vehicle sales come from electrified vehicles, and the Honda Clarity Series is one step toward realizing that vision. The Clarity Series spans three models: the Clarity Fuel Cell, the Clarity Electric, and the Clarity Plug-in Hybrid. Check it out!
