Honda is bringing Google Gemini-powered conversational AI to a select group of its vehicles, and the rollout is more targeted than you might expect. Confirmed this week, nine Honda models and three Acura models will receive updated software featuring an AI assistant – but several popular nameplates are absent from the list. The difference matters
Over the years, small supersport motorcycles with four-cylinder engines have gradually disappeared from the market, replaced by more efficient and economical twin-cylinder solutions. The new ZXMoto 500RR comes with a different idea: bringing back a formula that many riders still associate with excitement, higher revs and a more emotional riding experience. Expected to arrive in
Yamaha clinches ‘Japanese Cup’ at Sachsenring as Marini admits Honda’s shortcomings Yamaha claimed an important psychological victory over Honda at the German Grand Prix, pipping their Japanese rivals for the third time this MotoGP season. Scoring 17 points to Honda’s 13 at the Sachsenring, Yamaha further strengthened its lead in the hotly contested battle for
Honda has discontinued the Prologue, leaving the brand without a production EV in the US. The company says that the demand for EV has slowed down in the last 18 months. Honda is doubling down on hybrids, investing nearly $28 billion to launch 15 new hybrid models by 2030. The writing was on the wall,
July 16, 2026 2:20 pm, EDT key takeaways: Honda Motor Co. is discontinuing sales of its electric vehicles in the US, the latest withdrawal by a major automaker in response to low demand in the market. The Japanese carmaker informed US dealers on July 16 that production would cease later The move reflects weak EV
The Honda Grom converted into an electric custom build is showing how far independent engineering can push a small motorcycle platform. Built by 3C Mini Works in Ohio, this project replaces the original mechanical drivetrain with a powerful hub-mounted electric motor, creating a unique EV conversion with exceptional performance figures. The build was developed through
Have you ever created something yourself, then critically analyzed it and thought, “It’s not bad, but I’ll change A, B, and C about it next time” right afterward? It doesn’t even have to be mechanical; In fact, this kind of thinking can apply to anyone who makes things themselves. Anyway, if that’s you, you’ll especially
Last year, five models of large (and very large) two- and three-row SUVs sold very well. Combining the Toyota Grand Highlander and Highlander, the Honda Pilot, Kia Telluride, and Hyundai Palisade, you’re looking at large crossovers in the $40,000 to $500,000 range. FYI: The Hyundai won our Buzz Award for Best Family Car, largely because
let’s be honest; No OEM brings massive updates to its vehicles every year. Even though we rave about so-called ‘updates’ consisting only of new paint and graphics, it is not practical to do a complete mechanical overhaul every year. And to be even more honest, would you necessarily do that want Would any manufacturer do
True confession time, guys: I still Haven’t been to any Cube House Honda locations yet. Ever since it opened in Thailand in 2018, I’ve wanted to go; And even though I’ve been quite close at times, due to many other time commitments, I couldn’t make it work. Rest assured, if I were able to do