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Honda (7267.T and NYSE: HMC) today announced plans to export the U.S. designed, and built Honda Passport, as well as the U.S.-built Integra Type S to Japan. While Honda is a long-standing exporter of vehicles, the performance Integra variant will become the first Acura-branded vehicle sold in Japan. [Since they are both left-hand drive, this sounds more like a hobby than a serious business venture with large sales potential – AutoCrat]*
“Since Honda began auto production in America more than four decades ago, we have been dedicated to delivering quality for the world, made in the U.S.A.,” said Jun Jayaraman, senior vice president of the Manufacturing Management Center at Honda Development & Manufacturing of America. “From the onset, Honda has believed in our American manufacturing talent, and we are proud to export quality vehicles built by our associates in Alabama to Honda customers in Japan.” Continue reading
Jeep Wrangler Finally Fixes Crash-Test Tipping
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The 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-door remained upright during the driver-side small overlap crash test, resolving a longstanding issue with the popular SUV, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) said today. The improved result came after changes were made to the frame rail.*
“Wranglers built after October 2025 earn an acceptable small overlap rating, which combines results from the driver-side and passenger-side tests. While the vehicle provides solid protection overall, in the passenger-side test, it showed a high risk of injury to the front passenger’s right foot and leg,” IIHS said.** Continue reading →