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25 Years Of Hybrid-Electric: Honda’s Legacy Honda is celebrating 25 years of hybrid-electric sales in North America, a journey that began with the original Honda Insight, the first Honda hybrid-electric vehicle offered in Canada. This legacy endures today, with hybrid-electric vehicles playing a pivotal role in the company’s electrification strategy. “Honda has been making hybrid-electric history in Canada for 25 years, it began with the Insight and our electrification journey continues with our core hybrid models, the Civic, CR-V and Accord,” said Emile Korkor, Assistant Vice President, Honda Canada. “Our increasingly popular hybrid models are a strategic part of our long-term electrification strategy, toward our ultimate global goal of carbon neutrality for all our products and corporate activities by 2050.” In Canada, over 30% of Honda brand sales now consist of hybrid-electric vehicles, with the Civic, Accord, and CR-V each showcasing the renowned two-motor hybrid-electric system. THE INSIGHT: The First Electric-Hybrid Honda Constructed alongside the NSX and S2000 sports cars at Honda’s Takanezawa Plant in Japan, the acclaimed, first-generation Honda Insight continues to be the most fuel-efficient mass-production vehicle Honda has ever offered in Canada, featuring fuel economy ratings of 3.8 L/100km in the city and 3.4 L/100km on the highway*. Honda engineers crafted a range of innovative technologies, featuring the all-new Integrated Motor Assist (IMA™) hybrid powertrain. This suite also includes the world’s smallest, lightest, and most efficient 1.0-litre gasoline automobile engine, a refined aerodynamic design, and a lightweight aluminum body and structure. Insight's state-of-the-art aerodynamics and the use of aluminum for the two-seater's exterior and frame were crucial in attaining its remarkable fuel efficiency. This vast expertise, along with many of the same technologies, was utilized in the Insight's design to create a novel lightweight aluminum structure that provided high body rigidity and advanced safety features at a lower cost. BUILT IN ONTARIO: Civic Sedan Hybrid Current Honda hybrid-electric models are produced in both Canada and the U.S. The Honda CR-V Hybrid is put together at three locations: Honda of Canada Mfg. in Ontario, the East Liberty Auto Plant in Ohio, and the Indiana Auto Plant. The Accord Hybrid is manufactured at the Marysville Auto Plant in Ohio. The Civic Sedan Hybrid is crafted at Honda of Canada Mfg., while the Civic Hatchback Hybrid is assembled at the Indiana Auto Plant. Associates at Honda Power Unit Operations in Ohio are responsible for constructing both the two-motor hybrid-electric power unit at the Ohio Transmission Plant and the 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder engine at the Anna Engine Plant for the Civic, Accord Hybrid, and CR-V Hybrid models. ELECTRIFYING HONDA: Going Carbon Neutral In alignment with the company's global objective to achieve carbon neutrality across all products and corporate activities by 2050, Honda envisions that battery-electric and fuel-cell electric vehicles will constitute 100% of its vehicle sales by 2040. Hybrid-electric vehicles are integral to Honda's electrification strategy, which focuses on incorporating hybrid-electric powertrains into its main models. In Canada, hybrid-electric versions, equipped with the renowned fourth-generation Honda two-motor hybrid-electric powertrain, now represent over 50% of Accord and CR-V sales. The forthcoming 2025 Civic Hybrid models are expected to eventually constitute about 60% of Civic sales. Cumulative sales of Honda's electrified vehicles in North America have exceeded the one million mark. This year, Honda introduced the Honda Prologue, marking the brand's entry into the all-electric SUV market. By late 2025, Honda will begin producing its own electric vehicles, using the newly developed Honda e:Architecture platform, at the Honda EV Hub. This facility will provide the flexibility to produce petrol, hybrid-electric, and electric vehicles on a single production line. Honda Hybrid-Electric Vehicles by Model Year available in North America 2025 Civic Hybrid 2023 to Current Accord Hybrid 2023 to Current CR-V Hybrid 2019-2022 Insight 2017-2021 Clarity PHEV 2018-2022 Accord Hybrid 2014-2017 Accord Hybrid 2012-2015 Civic Hybrid 2011-2016 CR-Z 2010-2014 Insight 2006-2010 Civic Hybrid 2005-2007 Accord Hybrid 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid 2000-2006 Insight * Based on EPA mileage ratings; Use for comparison purposes only; your fuel economy will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery-pack age/condition, and other factors.

All-New Hybrid-Electric Honda Prelude In Canada Late 2025 Honda announced that an all-new hybrid-electric Prelude sports coupe will be launched in the Canadian market late next year, bringing back one of the brand's most iconic nameplates to the lineup. The sleek new Prelude will introduce Honda S+ Shift, an innovative drive mode that enhances Linear Shift Control to provide maximum driver engagement, staying true to the heritage of the Prelude line. “The Honda Prelude has a storied history, joining Civic and Accord as one of the first three products in our lineup in the 1970s, its return will put a nostalgic smile on the faces of those that have fond memories of this iconic car,” said Emile Korkor, Assistant Vice President Honda Canada. “The Prelude is yet another exciting hybrid-electric model that we’re introducing as part of our commitment to an electrified future, joining the Civic, CR-V and Accord as part of our expanding hybrid lineup.” Honda’s Strategy For Electrification Honda has set a global objective to attain carbon neutrality across all its products and corporate activities by 2050. In pursuit of this goal, the company's vision is to ensure that battery-electric and fuel-cell electric vehicles account for 100% of its vehicle sales by 2040. Hybrid-electric vehicles play a crucial role in Honda's electrification strategy, which involves outfitting its core models with hybrid-electric powertrains. The company is celebrating 25 years of hybrid sales in North America. In 2024, Honda Canada achieved record electrified vehicle sales, now comprising over 30% of the brand's total sales. Hybrid-electric trims currently constitute more than 50% of Accord and CR-V sales, and the newly introduced Civic Hybrid is anticipated to eventually represent about 60% of Civic sales. Cumulative sales of Honda electrified vehicles in North America have surpassed one million. This month, Honda marks 25 years of hybrid sales in North America. The journey began with the launch of the first-generation Honda Insight, North America's pioneering hybrid-electric model, in December 1999. This year, Honda introduced the Honda Prologue, the brand's inaugural all-electric SUV. Looking ahead, late next year, Honda will commence production of its first EVs built on the newly developed Honda EV platform at the Honda EV Hub. You can shop both New and Pre-Owned Hybrids by clicking the buttons below!

The updated Civic lineup is taking the 11th-gen Civic – which snagged the 2022 North American Car of the Year award – to the next level with cooler looks, new tech, and a powerful yet efficient hybrid-electric option. For the first time, you can get these hybrid models as either a sedan or a hatchback. Honda's betting big on these hybrids, expecting them to make up about 40% of Civic sales, as part of their push towards electrification. The sedan is available in four trims; LX, Sport, Sport Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid. The hybrid-electric powered Sport Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid are taking a page out of the Accord and CR-V playbook, rocking the top trims with Honda's awesome two-motor hybrid-electric system. With a whopping 232 lb.-ft of torque, these are the most powerful Civics ever, aside from the Type R. They offer quicker acceleration than the old 1.5L turbo Civic and still manage to get killer EPA fuel economy ratings of 50 mpg in the city and 49 mpg combined. The hybrids are also the quietest Civic in the lineup, thanks to top-notch noise reduction that features Active Noise Control. The Honda Sensing® suite of safety and driver-assistive technologies now comes standard on all Civic models. For 2025, it's got even better with enhanced safety features, including improved visibility for motorcycles and bicycles in the Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) with Pedestrian Detection. Get ready for the refreshed Civic Hatchback, including the first-ever Civic Hatchback hybrid, hitting dealers later this summer. Stay tuned for more details on the 2025 Civic Type R and the updated 2025 Civic Si in the coming months. Reach out to a member of our team if you have any questions, or to be contacted when our first 2025 is available for a test drive. Award Winning Civic The updated Civic lineup is taking the 11th-gen Civic – which snagged the 2022 North American Car of the Year award – to the next level with cooler looks, new tech, and a powerful yet efficient hybrid-electric option. For the first time, you can get these hybrid models as either a sedan or a hatchback. Honda's betting big on these hybrids, expecting them to make up about 40% of Civic sales, as part of their push towards electrification. The sedan is available in four trims; LX, Sport, Sport Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid. Hybrid Trims Available The hybrid-electric powered Sport Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid are taking a page out of the Accord and CR-V playbook, rocking the top trims with Honda's awesome two-motor hybrid-electric system. With a whopping 232 lb.-ft of torque, these are the most powerful Civics ever, aside from the Type R. They offer quicker acceleration than the old 1.5L turbo Civic and still manage to get killer EPA fuel economy ratings of 50 mpg in the city and 49 mpg combined. The hybrids are also the quietest Civic in the lineup, thanks to top-notch noise reduction that features Active Noise Control. Enhanced Safety Features The Honda Sensing® suite of safety and driver-assistive technologies now comes standard on all Civic models. For 2025, it's got even better with enhanced safety features, including improved visibility for motorcycles and bicycles in the Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) with Pedestrian Detection. Get ready for the refreshed Civic Hatchback, including the first-ever Civic Hatchback hybrid, hitting dealers later this summer. Stay tuned for more details on the 2025 Civic Type R and the updated 2025 Civic Si in the coming months. Reach out to a member of our team if you have any questions, or to be contacted when our first 2025 is available for a test drive.

Alliston Honda Plant To Specialise In Electric Vehicles Honda Canada has announced its intention to establish a comprehensive EV value chain in Canada, with an estimated investment of $15 billion Canadian. This initiative aims to enhance Honda's EV supply infrastructure and capabilities in anticipation of a surge in EV demand in North America. Honda is currently in the initial stages of assessing the necessary steps to construct an innovative and environmentally conscious Honda EV manufacturing facility, along with a dedicated Honda EV battery plant in Alliston, Ontario. Honda plans to commence electric vehicle production in 2028. The EV plant is projected to produce 240,000 EVs annually once it is fully operational. Honda aims not only to maintain the current employment level of 4,200 associates at its two existing manufacturing facilities in Ontario but also to recruit at least 1,000 new associates for the EV and EV battery manufacturing facilities. President and CEO of Honda Canada Jean Marc Leclerc says “Honda of Canada Manufacturing is one of the premier automotive manufacturing facilities in the world and for nearly forty years, our work has been guided by determination, innovation, and a relentless drive to evolve. Today's announcement is a historic investment by a manufacturer in the Canadian auto industry. It proudly honours the highly skilled associates who have earned a global reputation for manufacturing excellence and represents Honda’s recognition of the long-term attractiveness of the Canadian electric vehicle manufacturing ecosystem.” The establishment of the new facilities will also generate numerous additional jobs across all sites, particularly in the construction sector. In order to bolster this initiative, Honda is working closely with the Canadian and Ontario governments to foster advancements in low-emissions manufacturing. This collaboration involves leveraging performance-based programs provided by the federal government's recently introduced Investment Tax Credits, as well as provincial incentives, both direct and indirect. Honda’s EV Strategy For North America In pursuit of achieving carbon neutrality for all its products and corporate activities by 2050, Honda has established an objective for BEVs and FCEVs to account for 100% of vehicle sales by 2040. To reach this target, Honda will persist in providing appealing products during this electrified era worldwide, with a focus on its primary market in North America. To achieve this electrification goal in North America, Honda took the initial step by designating its current automobile production facilities in Ohio, USA, as its EV Hub. This includes the revamping of the current plants, a $700 million investment, and the establishment of a joint venture EV battery plant with LG Energy Solution, involving an anticipated investment of $4.4 billion. The Ohio EV hub will act as the cornerstone for upcoming EV and EV battery manufacturing, exchanging knowledge and skills with other Honda facilities in North America. EV production at the Marysville Auto Plant is anticipated to commence in late 2025. As the next phase of this initiative, Honda aims to set up a complete EV value chain in Canada, covering all stages of EV manufacturing, from sourcing raw materials, especially for batteries, to assembling complete EVs. Furthermore, by considering secondary use and battery recycling, Honda aims to achieve low-carbon value creation across the entire battery life cycle. This approach will not only help Honda build a strong and profitable business but also support the transition to a carbon-neutral society.

For the fourth time in the past five years, the Honda Passport has clinched the J.D. Power Canada ALG Residual Value Award. It has been acclaimed for having the highest residual value in the midsize SUV category with 2-row seating. J.D. Power acknowledges the Passport as the midsize SUV with the most robust residual value in its segment, forecasting it will retain its worth better than any other in its class. "We're obviously thrilled that the Honda Passport has been honoured by J.D. Power for its unparalleled residual value," states Steve Hui, Assistant Vice President of Honda Canada. "The J.D. Power 2024 Canada ALG Residual Value Awards are esteemed for singling out vehicles that preserve their value due to superior engineering, which includes quality, reliability, and safety – hallmarks of all Honda vehicles and a pledge we uphold with each new model year." The J.D. Power Canada ALG Residual Value Awards are highly esteemed and widely trusted. They serve as the benchmark in the automotive industry for identifying vehicles that are expected to maintain the highest percentage of their manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) after three years. This factor is crucial for car buyers to consider when evaluating the total cost of ownership and potential resale value of a vehicle, regardless of whether they plan to finance, lease, or buy outright with cash.