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Honda Civic – two halves of the same car

The Honda Civic has always been a compact sports gene, while the Type-R model required a lot of attention from the driver.

Ever since the early 90s, drivers would overestimate their own abilities and very often end up wrapped around a pole. Such a situation occurred recently in Denver.

According to Renee Gutierrez-Martinez, the mother of the car owner, at the time of the accident the car was being driven by her daughter’s boyfriend, Kevin Acosta. He blamed the older driver, who allegedly took away his advantage and hit him in the side of the vehicle. This pushed him off the road and then hit a light pole.

The published video shows the Civic after the accident, or at least what was left of it. Luckily, there were no fatalities. In the accident, all participants suffered minor injuries, including the driver, who allegedly caused the accident by taking away the advantage. Honda is obviously going to a scrapyard, and some parts, including the engine, could be on sale soon.

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2021 Honda CR-V

For 2021, Honda has unveiled an updated version of the CR-V model. The refurbished SUV comes with a number of cosmetic and technological improvements, but its hybrid drivetrain has remained unchanged. The enhanced CR-V provides an attractive and spacious cabin bolstered by bountiful storage solutions that are perfect for road trips.

The most noticeable changes are in the interior, ie on the center console, door panels and dashboard where a silver finish was applied, while the most equipped EX model comes with a wireless drop for charging smartphones. Second-row passengers get more legroom, and for the first time Honda has an optional third row of seats that fold flat into the boot floor.

The exterior changes are more subtle, and include 18-inch alloy wheels, tinted windows, a blue Honda logo and the latest e: HEV nameplate, which supposedly signifies its “electrified credentials.”

Despite the same labels as in the case of the latest Jazz model, the improved CR-V did not get an innovative e: HEV hybrid drive, but uses an old i-MMD system. The CR-V hybrid is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder petrol engine with 143 hp and two electric motors that combine for 212 horsepower. Electric motors deliver up to 315 Nm of torque, and at low speeds the CR-V can only use electric drive.

Honda has also made some changes to the chassis so the CR-V has got a new suspension that improves road holding and comfort. The steering system has also been improved, making the car more manageable at lower speeds.