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  • Price, specs of Honda Civic 2022 in Pakistan

    Price, specs of Honda Civic 2022 in Pakistan

    Honda Civic 2022 was launched in Pakistan on March 05, 2022. The car is introduced in three variants Honda Civic Standard, Honda Civic Oriel, and Honda Civic RS.

    The ex-factory price of Honda Civic Standard is Rs6,849,000, the price of Civic Oriel is Rs7,099,000, and the price of Civic RS is Rs8,099,000. The car is currently assembled by Honda Atlas in Pakistan.

    The vehicle is introduced in variety of colors including Carnelian Red Paint, Urban Titanium Metallic, Taffeta White, Lunar Silver Metallic, Meteoroid Gray Metallic, Morning Mist Blue Metallic, and Crystal Black Pearl.

    Civic 2022 contains DOHC dual VTC and VTEC engine with displacement of 1498cc. The engine in Civic Standard and Civic Oriel generates a maximum output of 95/5500-6000 kW/rpm at a maximum torque of 180/1700-4500 Nm/rpm.

    The engine in the Civic RS generates a maximum output of 131/6000 kW/rpm at a torque of 131/6000 Nm/rpm.

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    The variants of Civic Standard and Oriel have come with M-CVT transmission whereas the RS variant has come with LL-CVT transmission.

    The exterior design of the car gives it a sporty look. The car contains features which are halogen headlamps, halogen fog lamps and daytime running lights with auto off timer.

    Further features are smart key-less entry, multi-function steering wheel with 4-way adjustments, 16-inch alloy wheels, climate control, rear AC vents, push start, electric parking brake with auto brake hold.

    Civic Oriel contains LED fog lamps, dual-zone climate control, 9-inch multimedia system with voice recognition and sunroof.

    The safety features of Civic Standard and Oriel are airbags, ABS with EBD, Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Hill Assist Control, Cruise Control, engine immobilizer and rear view camera.

    The RS variant contains all previous features along with some extra features which are Honda Sensing driver assistance system including Collision Mitigation Braking System, Lead Car Departure Notification System, Road Departure Mitigation System, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist and Traffic Sign Recognition.

  • 11th generation Honda Accord 2023 unveiled

    11th generation Honda Accord 2023 unveiled

    Honda unveils 11th generation of Accord 2023. The car has standard class-leading safety features which include new Honda Sensing safety and driver-assistive technology, next-gen front airbags, as well as new front knee airbags and rear side-impact airbags.

    The new sporty and modern interior offers fine craftsmanship, high-quality materials and tech features including Honda’s largest touchscreen ever and Honda’s first integration of Google built-in for seamless on-the-go connectivity.

    Accord is also more comfortable, with new front Body Stabilizing Seats that reduce fatigue on long drives.

    The car features sleek and sophisticated all-new exterior design. The 4th-generation two-motor hybrid system (Sport, EX-L, Sport-L, Touring) is more powerful, which makes Accord more fun to drive.

    READ MORE: Honda exhibits e:N2 Concept model

    Honda’s first integration of Google built-in (Touring), including Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play capability with the latest apps and services.

    New Over the Air (OTA) software updates to nearly all vehicle computer modules, enhancing functionality and capability

    The car has the updated 1.5-liter Turbo engine (LX, EX) which adds refinement and responsiveness while remaining fuel efficient.

    Accord hybrid models (Sport, EX-L, Sport-L, Touring) feature an all-new, more powerful 4th-generation two-motor hybrid-electric system with a pair of electric motors that are now mounted side-by-side and an all-new 2.0-liter Atkinson cycle 4-cylinder engine that adds direct fuel injection.

    This new configuration allows for the use of a larger propulsion motor with increased torque output. Combined system output is 204 hp2, while traction-motor peak torque is 247 lb.-ft. of torque (up 15 lb.-ft.).

    READ MORE: Honda Aircraft unveils Jet Elite II

  • Honda exhibits e:N2 Concept model

    Honda exhibits e:N2 Concept model

    Honda exhibited new e:N2 Concept, the concept model for the second set of its e:N Series models.

    The exterior design of the e:N2 Concept features sharp and dynamic body lines and surface finishing which highlights the metallic look, aiming to present new styling that does not belong to any existing categories. The interior was designed with an aim to realize the value of this EV as a space where occupants can enjoy intellectual exhilaration.

    To this end, a clean and uncluttered digital cockpit was adopted, and smart hospitality for the occupants will be offered with the latest Honda CONNECT features as well as the effective presentation of lighting and scents.

    As for driving performance, built on the e:N Architecture F, a dedicated architecture developed exclusively for the e:N Series, the e:N2 Concept was designed to achieve unique driving pleasure, enabling the driver to enjoy a strong “sense of unity with the vehicle.” This was realized based on the dynamics technologies of Honda, including outstanding vehicle stability and crisp handling.

  • Honda Pakistan increases prices of motorcycles

    Honda Pakistan increases prices of motorcycles

    KARACHI: Atlas Honda Limited has increased the prices of the motorcycles in the wake of high inflation in the country and restrictions to import raw materials.

    Considering the current economic situation of the country, the government had restored to stringent measures including minimizing the import of Completely Knocked Down (CKD) kits and raw materials, the company’s supply chain had also been disrupted by such measures.

    Following are the increased prices of Honda motorcycles which will be implemented from November 01, 2022:

    The price of Honda CD 70 has been increased by Rs5,000 to Rs121,500, from Rs116,500,

    The price of Honda CD 70 Dream has been increased by Rs5,400 to Rs129,900 from Rs124,500.

    The price of Honda Pridor has been increased by Rs6,000 to Rs161,900 from Rs155,900.

    The price of Honda CG 125 has been increased by Rs6,000 to Rs185,900 from Rs179,900.

    The price of Honda CG 125 SE has been increased by Rs8,600 to Rs219,500 from Rs210,900.

    The price of Honda CB 125F has been increased by Rs10,000 to Rs283,900 from 273,900.

    The price of Honda CB 150F has been increased by Rs15,000 to Rs353,900 from Rs338,900.

    The price of CB 150F SE has been increased by Rs15,000 to Rs357,900 from Rs342,900.

  • Price of Honda HR-V in Pakistan

    Price of Honda HR-V in Pakistan

    The Honda Atlas launched the HR-V with two variants, VTi and VTi S. The price of the VTi variant is Rs5,999,000 and VTi S variant is launched with the price of Rs6,199,000.

    The booking price of both variants is Rs. 13 lacs, however the delivery status may differ on the time of bookings.

    Honda Atlas has offered the warranty which is valid for 3 years or 75,000 kilometers drive for its customers.

    The HR-V variants are equipped with a 1.5Lnaturally aspirated engine carrying the capacity to produces 121 horsepower and 145 Nm of torque.

    READ MORE: Honda suspends car production in Pakistan

    The car comes with the CVT transmission and both of the variants have eco mode.

    The front face of the variants come with LED Auto headlights with LED DRLs. The front grille is painted with black color in VTi variant. However the color of front grille in VTI-S variant varies according to the color of body.

    The VTi variant offers 2 tone 17″ Alloy Rims and VTi-S variant comes with grey painted 17″ Alloy Rims.

    READ MORE: Honda launches locally assembled HR-V in Pakistan

    The interior of both vehicles have 4.2 TFT screen, multimedia steering, smart entry, push start, ambient lights, and front console light.

    The VTi variant offers 9″ multimedia against 9″ android/Apple car play multimedia in VTi-S variant.

    VTi-S variant offers additional feature including the wireless charger, rear USB port, auto dimming rear view mirror, sequential turn signals, and LED fog lights. The grey and red interior is optional in both variants.

    READ MORE: Honda Motor reveals 92% growth in production worldwide

  • Honda Aircraft unveils Jet Elite II

    Honda Aircraft unveils Jet Elite II

    Honda Aircraft Company unveiled the latest aircraft namely Jet Elite II at the 2022 National Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition. The new upgraded aircraft features more key advancements in performance and comforts.

    The aircraft has the range of 1,547 nautical miles. There is additional space for carrying more fuel. The maximum takeoff weight is of 11,100 pounds.

    The aircraft has new features enabling the automation and augmentation. The operational safety feature reduces the workload for pilot with more efficient features.

    The Emergency Autoland feature enables in an emergency situation to autonomously control and land the aircraft without human intervention.

    The HondaJet Elite II is the fastest, farthest and highest-flying plane in its class. The HondaJet Elite II incorporates Honda Aircraft’s many technological innovations, including the unique Over-The-Wing Engine Mount (OTWEM) configuration, Natural Laminar Flow (NLF) nose and wing, and composite fuselage.

    The aircraft is also powered by the GE Honda Aero Engines HF120. All of these advancements contribute to the aircraft’s superior performance, unparalleled efficiency and maximized fuselage space, making the aircraft’s cabin the largest in its class.

    The aircraft sets the standard in safety and human-machine interface technology with an ergonomically designed cockpit and highly customized Garmin® G3000 avionics suite.

    Honda Aircraft continues to be committed to improving lives through personal mobility, while living in a sustainable society. The HondaJet Elite II remains significantly more fuel efficient, with lower greenhouse gas emissions than all other similarly sized twin-engine business jets.

    Certified for single pilot operations, the HondaJet Elite II continues to live up to the company’s reputation for superior performance, efficiency, quality, and value.

  • Honda launches locally assembled HR-V in Pakistan

    Honda launches locally assembled HR-V in Pakistan

    LAHORE: Honda Pakistan today unveiled the locally assembled HR-V in Pakistan. The unveiling event took place in Lahore. The company introduced two variants of the car, VTi and VTi S.

    The price of the VTi variant is Rs5,999,000 and VTi S variant is launched with the price of Rs6,199,000. The booking price of both variants is Rs. 13 lacs, however the delivery status may differ on the time of bookings.

    HR-V variants are equipped with a 1.5Lnaturally aspirated engine carrying the capacity to produces 121 horsepower and 145 Nm of torque.

    READ MORE: Honda suspends car production in Pakistan

    The car comes with the CVT transmission and both of the variants have eco mode.

    The front face of the variants come with LED Auto headlights with LED DRLs. The front grille is painted with black color in VTi variant. However the color of front grille in VTI-S variant varies according to the color of body.

    The VTi variant offers 2 tone 17″ Alloy Rims and VTi-S variant comes with grey painted 17″ Alloy Rims.

    The interior of both vehicles have 4.2 TFT screen, multimedia steering, smart entry, push start, ambient lights, and front console light.

    The VTi variant offers 9″ multimedia against 9″ android/Apple car play multimedia in VTi-S variant.

    VTi-S variant offers additional feature including the wireless charger, rear USB port, auto dimming rear view mirror, sequential turn signals, and LED fog lights. The grey and red interior is optional in both variants.

    READ MORE: Honda Motor reveals 92% growth in production worldwide

  • Honda to launch more than 10 electric motorcycles in 2025

    Honda to launch more than 10 electric motorcycles in 2025

    JAPAN: Honda Motor Company announced to launch electric motorcycles in 2025. The company is putting efforts for carbon neutrality by less consumption of carbon.

    Motorcycles are used all over the world for a wide range of purposes which are often more demanding than for automobiles. Therefore, realizing carbon neutrality for motorcycles will require a multifaceted approach. Here is how Honda, the world’s largest motorcycle manufacturer with cumulative motorcycle production of over 400 million units, will pursue carbon neutrality.

    Honda offers a full lineup of motorcycle models, ranging from compact-size commuter models such as scooters to large-size FUN models, which are sold all over the world in both emerging and advanced countries. They are being used under a wide variety of conditions, including in cold, hot and humid climates and even on unpaved roads and trails. In addition, economic situations vary significantly in different countries and regions, therefore people use motorcycles for many different purposes ranging from everyday transportation to recreational activities. As a result, the performance people expect of motorcycles are also diverse.

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    Especially in emerging countries, motorcycles, particularly commuter models, are in high demand as a vital means of mobility supporting people’s lives. However, electric motorcycles, which promise to contribute to CO2 reduction, have their own issues such as heavier vehicle weight and higher prices. Another factor that is making the popularization of electric motorcycles difficult is that demand for electric models depends largely on government regulations and incentives such as subsidies and tax credits and the availability of charging infrastructure in each respective country.

    Honda has led the motorcycle industry in environmental initiatives through a wide range of original technologies, such as its ultra-low fuel consumption engines for the Super Cub and other models. However, continuing on the same path will not be enough to realize the company-wide carbon neutrality goal.

    So, Honda will pursue the electrification of its motorcycle products while also continuing to reduce CO2 emissions from its ICE models. Striving to realize carbon neutrality for all of its motorcycle products during the 2040s, Honda will continue to lead the industry at the forefront of its environmental initiatives.

    Here is how Honda plans to work toward its carbon neutrality goal for motorcycle products.

    Electric motorcycles are classified into three categories according to their top speed: Electric Bicycles (EBs, 25km/h or lower), Electric Mopeds (EMs, 25 – 50km/h) and Electric Vehicles (EVs, 50km/h or higher).

    Currently, the size of the global electric motorcycle market is approximately 50 million units a year, and most of them are EMs and EBs in China. However, the market is gradually expanding in other countries as well. In India, for example, sales of EVs, alongside convenient and affordable EMs, is increasing dramatically due to the government’s policies to promote the pursuit of carbon neutrality. Anticipating such market expansion, Honda will introduce electric motorcycles that accommodate a wide range of customer needs.

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    As for the advancement of ICE-equipped models, Honda will not only improve fuel efficiency but also introduce models that are compatible with carbon-neutral fuels.

    In addition to Brazil where Honda motorcycles compatible with flex-fuel (gasoline-ethanol blend fuels) are already available, starting in 2023, Honda will introduce flex-fuel models in India, one of the major motorcycle markets.

    Range, charging time and price are the issues that need to be addressed in order to popularize EVs. One solution is the standardization of battery swapping systems. The company believe that a battery swapping system is highly compatible with business uses, especially services such as the delivery of small packages, as those businesses have limited travel distance and distribution centers where battery swapping stations can be installed. Therefore, targeting business-use customers, Honda has introduced the Honda e: Business Bike series. These models are already in use by Japan Post, and the Vietnam Post has begun using them for its mail delivery service.

    As businesses are becoming more conscious of the environment, Honda is introducing its business-use EVs globally. In addition to postal service in Japan and Vietnam, Honda is also conducting joint trials with Thailand Post, and plans to begin production and sales of the Benly e: in Thailand this September.

    For personal use, Honda plans to introduce two commuter EV models between 2024 and 2025 in Asia, Europe and Japan. These models will feature unique added-value to accommodate the needs of the respective market. Moreover, envisioning the future market environment, how electric motorcycles will be used, and technological advancements likely to be made, Honda is exploring a range of future personal-use models including ones equipped with a power source besides swappable batteries.

    In the EM/EB categories, Honda’s strength lies in the fact that a local development operation which is capable of speedy development is already well established in China, the world’s largest EM/EB market. Honda plans to leverage such strength to introduce multiple models under its local joint venture brands. Moreover, with the expectation that demand for EM/EB models will increase not only in China but globally, Honda plans to introduce a total of five compact and affordable EM and EB models between now and 2024, in Asia, Europe and Japan, in addition to China.

    Beyond commuter bikes, Honda will actively develop electrified mid- and large-size sports bikes in the FUN category.

    Based on its FUN EV platform now being developed, Honda plans to introduce three large-size FUN EV models in Japan, the U.S. and Europe between 2024 and 2025. Honda will also introduce a EV model for young riders, which is designed to pass on the joy of riding to the next generation.

    To realize widespread adoption of these electric models, the issues of batteries and charging infrastructure need to be addressed.

    The key to electrification is the battery. Honda will make active use of all of its resources to ensure stable battery procurement. All-solid-state batteries, which are currently being developed for automobiles, will be one valid option for electric motorcycles. Honda will aim to equip its electric motorcycle models with all-solid-state battery as well.

    With regard to charging infrastructure, Honda has already begun its initiatives in many countries around the world, aiming to enhance the infrastructure through the utilization of Mobile Power Packs (MPPs) and battery sharing businesses.

    In Indonesia, Honda has established a joint venture aimed at the widespread adoption of a battery sharing service which utilizes MPPs and MPP-powered motorcycles. The JV is currently operating a small-scale battery sharing service in Bali. In India, Honda is planning to begin its battery sharing service for electric tricycle taxis (so-called “rickshaws”) by the end of this year, while also working with a local partner company toward the standardization of swappable batteries. Honda is also planning on similar initiatives throughout Asia.

    In Japan, ENEOS and the four major Japanese motorcycle manufacturers (Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and Yamaha) jointly established Gachaco, Inc. in April 2020, planning to begin a motorcycle battery sharing service this fall.

    Furthermore, Honda is also participating in battery consortiums in Japan and Europe aiming to standardize battery and swapping system specifications. Honda is taking a proactive approach to standardization in each region. For example, in Japan, major motorcycle manufacturers have agreed on mutual use of swappable batteries and their systems, and in India, Honda is working with its local partner company to facilitate the standardization of swappable batteries.

    Through this process of motorcycle electrification, Honda will offer products with new value by leveraging the high level of compatibility of software technology and electrified models, which the company believe will unlock the future of motorcycles.

    For example, starting with models which will go on sale in 2024, Honda aims to offer user experience (UX) features that continuously enrich the quality of riding through connectivity, such as offering optimal route options that take into consideration the remaining range, charging spot notification, safe riding coaching and after-sales service support.

  • New prices of Honda Cars in Pakistan

    New prices of Honda Cars in Pakistan

    KARACHI: Honda Khair, the authorized dealership of Honda Motors in Pakistan announced the new prices of its cars effective from July 30, 2022.

    According to Honda Khair, following are the new showroom prices of Honda cars:

    The new price of City MT 1.2L is Rs4,049,000.

    The new price of City CVT 1.2L is Rs4,199,000.

    The new price of City CVT 1.5L is Rs4,439,000.

    The new price of City Asp MT 1.5L is Rs4,609,000.

    The new price of City Asp CVT 1.5L is Rs4,799,000.

    The new price of BR-V CVT S is Rs5,299,000.

    The new price of Civic 1.5L M CVT is Rs6,799,000.

    The new price of Civic 1.5L Oriel M CVT is Rs7,099,000.

    The new price of Civic RS 1.5LL CVT is Rs8,099,000.

    READ MORE: Super tax to hammer auto business in Pakistan: Honda Atlas

    The Rupee devaluation has approached an alarming level under the vague economic and political direction; further aggravating the situation.

    Resultantly, the car customers are facing delays in delivery, hikes in prices and temporary non- availability of some car variants.

    Moreover, the fiscal measures adopted by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) for the management of foreign reserves has unavoidably impacted the import and production schedules lately.

    READ MORE: Honda Cars declares 29% fall in quarterly profit

    The company in its detailed financial report said: “The imposition of Super Tax will further hammer the already thin margins of auto business.”

    The company also said that the automobile industry is considered as one of the key sectors for rapid transformation of the economy.

    Likewise, the automobile industry of Pakistan epitomizes considerable growth, capacity building and technological prowess.

    READ MORE: Honda to slash production on supply constraints

    “The current state of auto sector, however, has matured differently through the quarter under review. Adverse USD/PKR exchange rate parity and global supply glitches continue to undermine the Industry’s potential throughout,” it said.

  • Honda Cars declares 29% fall in quarterly profit

    Honda Cars declares 29% fall in quarterly profit

    KARACHI: Honda Atlas Cars (Pakistan) Limited on Tuesday announced a sharp decline of over 29 per cent recorded in its net profit for the quarter ended June 30, 2022.

    READ MORE: Honda to slash production on supply constraints

    The company declared Rs658.2 million profit after tax for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 as compared with Rs928.22 million in the same quarter a year ago.

    Honda Atlas Cars (Pakistan) Limited announced earnings per share (EPS) at Rs4.61 for the period under review as compared with EPS of Rs6.5 announced for the same quarter a year ago.

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    The board of directors of the company in their meetings held on July 26, 2022 approved the results and recommended no cash dividend, bonus shares or right shares, according to financial results submitted to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX).

    According to the financial results, the company declared sales of Rs30.24 billion for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 as compared with Rs21.764 billion in the same quarter a year ago.

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    The cost of sales increased to Rs28.33 billion for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 as compared with Rs20.17 billion in the same quarter a year ago.

    This resulted in gross profit of the company at Rs1.92 billion as compared with same quarter previous year at Rs1.59 billion.

    The overall expenses of the company rose to Rs821 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 as compared with Rs231.25 million in the same quarter of the last year.

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