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Honda Civic Type R EK9 : New Honda civic 2008 review

Sunday, July 13th, 2008

Honda Civic Type R EK9
by George Prodromou
In 1997, Civic also received the Type R treatment. Based on the 6th generation Civic’s EK9 3-door hatchback body, it was commonly referred to EK9 Type R. Its B16B 1.6-liter DOHC VTEC engine got aggressive tuning including higher compression ratio, lightweight forged pistons, hand polished intake ports and more aggressive VTEC setting. This raised its red line to an astonishing 9000 rpm, maximum power from 170 hp to 185 hp at 8200 rpm. That was some 116 horsepower per liter ! At the time it was the world’s most efficient naturally aspirated engine. On the downside, the small engine capacity limited its max torque to 118 lb-ft and it was delivered in a peaky manner. To compensate for the lack of low down torque, Honda fitted a close-ratio gearbox and ordered its chassis to undergo a strict diet. The result was the deletion of air conditioning, power steering, sound deadening and ABS. Besides, the regular seats were replaced by lightweight Recaro buckets, accompanied with serious-looking Momo steering wheel and titanium gear knob. As a result, the Civic Type R weighed only 1040 kilograms. Use its high-revving power smartly, it could accelerate from 0-60 mph in six point something seconds and flat out at near 140 mph. The chassis of Type R was reinforced by using seam welding and suspension tower brace front and rear. Of course, the double-wishbone suspensions were stiffened a lot to enable flat cornering, while Bridgestone Potenza RE010 tyres provided extra grip. A helical LSD (limited slip differential) was added between the front wheels to ensure no wheelspin during hard cornering. The first generation Civic Type R was a hardcore driver’s car, more so than any hot hatches at the time I could think of. Pictures and information can be found at http://www.reviewgrounds.com

Use The Internet To Search For A Used Honda Civic : New Honda civic 2008 new cars review

Friday, May 30th, 2008

Use The Internet To Search For A Used Honda Civic : New Honda civic 2008
By Louis Rix
You can use the internet and your home computer to quickly and easily search with private sellers and used car dealers for a Honda Civic. As this is a very popular choice of car you are able to search through what could be hundreds of vehicles depending on how far you wish to travel to view the car.A specialist website will give you one of the most powerful tools available when it comes to searching for a specific car. Their search tool will allow you to define certain criteria such as the area in which you wish to travel, the price and of course the model, in this case a used Honda Civic.Before you start your search for your dream car you should decide if you want to target your search at private sellers or used Honda dealers. If you choose to go with a dealer then you might have a larger choice but you also could have to travel many miles from you home when it comes to looking at the car. The car dealership can also offer finance for the car although it would be wise to get quotes online with a specialist car finance website for a more attractive interest rate. If you choose to look for a used Honda Civic with a private seller then you can get the car a little cheaper but you do have to be aware of con men. You should always get the car checked over with a car data check if buying from a private seller - all you need is the vehicle identification number.Whichever way you choose to find your used Honda Civic a specialist website will be able to give you a huge amount of information that you can put to good use before beginning your search. You can use it to find out how much a car of the age you are looking for is going for roughly and the different ways to finance your used car if finance is needed.Once you have all the information to hand then type in the search box the criteria you wish such as mileage on the car, age, colour and the area in which you wish to travel. Following this you will be presented with listings to match your ideal car. All listings for cars should be accompanied with clear photographs of the car and of course a complete description of the car. While the basics such as mileage, service history, tax and test should be included, the best listings will also include any extras and will boast the good points of the used Honda Civic and also any bad points.However using the internet when it comes to searching for a used Honda Civic is just one of the many ways that a specialist website can help. Before you begin your search you should take the advice and hints, tips and information which can help you to get the most out of your search for used cars. This will hopefully lead you to buying a car that will give you many trouble free years’ of motoring.Louis Rix is a Director of NetCars, one of the UK’s leading motoring websites. First established in January 2000, it provides access to a used Honda (http:/netcars.co.uk)  search. NetCars also provide finance, loans and insurance.Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Louis_Rix

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Honda Civic Forums and Honda Forums Offer Great Information : New Honda civic 2008 review

Thursday, May 29th, 2008

Honda Civic Forums and Honda Forums Offer Great Information
by Kathryn Lang

The Honda Civic is a small car that offers big space. A quick look around the internet will show you that there are thousands of people talking about the big “little car” on Honda forums, Honda Civic forums and other chat rooms at all hours of the day.
The Honda Civic has always been an economically savvy vehicle. When it first came on the market with the slogan “it will get you where you are going” the low price and well-rounded construction of the Civic made it a winner. Many of the Honda forums or the Honda Civic forums have owners from the first introductions up to the latest models. It seems that when people get into a Honda Civic they just don’t want to ever get out.
Today the Honda Civic continues to be innovative and economically conscious and their timing couldn’t be any better - as many of the comments on Honda Civic forums and other automotive sites will attest to this fact.
As the consumers on the Honda forums and Honda Civic forums have become more aware of the ecology and as conservation is becoming more of a mainstream attitude, Honda Civic provides an answer to many of the rising needs. In recent years, the Honda Civic has raised the bar for going green with the Hybrid and the GX NGV.
The Honda Civic Hybrid combines traditional automobile technology with electric technology to get an estimated 45 mpg. It also offers a lower emissions rating than most vehicles on the road today. Many of the Honda Civic forums have owners that boast of the Hybrid’s performance and its comfort.
The Honda Civic GX NGV takes green to the next level. It runs on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and offers nearly zero emissions. About the only complaint that I stumbled across on the Honda forums or the Honda Civic forums are that the gas tank capacity is too small.
America has shown a continued love for the Honda Civic, in turn it has consistently been one of the top compact cars in the country. It is a top choice for buyers looking for the best new model and is praised on the many Honda forums and Honda Civic forums for its surprising comfort and power. With its high level of reliability it is also a great choice for used buyers as well.
The Honda Civic will likely continue to help lead the industry with innovations. As it continues to reach for the highest standards, the Honda Civic will also keep its lead in the hearts of its loyal fans.



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