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"At a time when fuel efficiency and versatility are top-of-mind for drivers, Honda has, once again, proven to be a trendsetter in people-driven technology," said John Davis, MotorWeek host and executive producer. "Last year with the sterling Civic lineup, and this year with the clever Fit, Honda advances the standards for intelligent, driver-friendly design that deserves our 'Best of the Year' title. The Honda Fit is a standout vehicle for its forward-thinking flexibility, frugality at the pump, interior creature comforts, stylish design, and, high on MotorWeek's list, its entertaining drive."
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Competing in the same class as the Toyota Yaris and Nissan Versa, the Honda Fit is designed to be a full package, providing customers with "safety, utility and fuel efficiency." In fact, according to American Honda senior VP John Mendel, the versatile hatchback "has the highest level of standard safety equipment of any car in its competitive set."
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Honda began developing prototypes for road cars in the early 1960s, mostly intended for the Japanese market. The first production vehicle by Honda was the 1963 T360, a tiny pickup truck featuring 4 different body styles (including a traditional truck bed and a panel van) and a 360cc, 30 hp (22 kW) engine. This was followed two months later by Honda's first production automobile, the S500. The S500 was a 2 door roadster featuring a 492 cc engine capable of 44 hp (33 kW) with a high 9,500 RPM redline. It was fitted to a 4-speed transmission with the rear wheels being chain driven. Mr. Honda took his extensive knowledge of motorcycles and applied it to making his car, of which the chain drive and high redline are evidence.
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Honda is recalling up to 34,000 Fits from 2007 and 2008 due to a faulty sensor that’s intended to detect children in the front passenger seat. Honda has found that road salt mixing with melting snow can put young passengers in danger.
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CHICAGO, Feb. 8 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- MotorWeek honored the Honda Fit with the 2007 MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award for "Best of the Year," it was announced late yesterday at the Chicago Auto Show. The compact and versatile Honda Fit rose above 13 individual category winners to take home the best overall award. This marks the second consecutive year Honda has won awards for "Best of the Year" and "Best Small Car." The entire winners' list will be featured on a special MotorWeek episode airing on PBS, beginning February 10 (check local listings) and on cable's SPEED, beginning February 12. The Drivers' Choice Awards and MotorWeek are nationally sponsored by Cars.com, The Tire Rack, Valvoline, and Goodyear.
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This week, a tall, demanding car buyer has found something that finally fits: the 2008 Honda Accord. The reason this Pennsylvania native wins the nod this week is that he goes through the reasons why his previous purchases of a Camry and 2007 Accord weren’t right for his large frame. He ... points out some pros and cons that are unique to him. You can leave your own reader review for all to see here.
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