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Twin Ring Motegi to Start Operation on August 1st, 1997

Twin Ring Motegi to Start Operation on August 1st, 1997

Tokyo, July 31, 1997 - Twin Ring Motegi Co., Ltd. (President: Mr. K. Touzuka), a subsidiary of Honda Motor Co., Ltd., announced today both the completion and the opening of its "Twin Ring Motegi" facilities. Located in Motegi Town, Haga Cou...

July 31, 1997 Japan

Vehicle Stability Assist Development Objectives

Vehicle Stability Assist Development Objectives

Tokyo, July 2, 1997 - From the early days, Honda has looked at means to increase active safety. It was the first to offer a four-wheel anti-lock brake (ABS) system in Japan, and the first in the world to successfully develop a traction control system...

July 2, 1997 Japan

5-Link Double Wishbone Rear Suspension Development Objectives

5-Link Double Wishbone Rear Suspension Development Objectives

Tokyo, July 2, 1997 - Suspensions are designed to ensure vehicle stability under any circumstance associated with accelerating, cornering and braking. To properly assume this role and thus avoid any undesirable movement, suspension design needs to be...

July 2, 1997 Japan

Honda's Next-Generation Chassis Technology

Honda's Next-Generation Chassis Technology

Tokyo, July 2, 1997 Introduction Honda has always been committed to the pursuit of ultimate driving pleasure through improved vehicle dynamics. This commitment goes hand in hand with a similarly unwavering stance toward safety. Ultimately, interface ...

July 2, 1997 Japan

Compact General-Purpose 4-Stroke OHC Engine Series

Compact General-Purpose 4-Stroke OHC Engine Series

Tokyo, April 1997 - This engine series was developed to meet or exceed the compactness and low costs associated with the side valve engines available in this market, thus making it a prime choice in the inexpensive home-use tool market.

April 30, 1997 Japan

Honda Introduces New Mini Vehicle, the "Life"

Honda Introduces New Mini Vehicle, the "Life"

Tokyo, April 18, 1997 - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. introduced its new "Life" mini vehicle today. It has an individualistic, stylish design and an excellent package for daily use. It also offers superb performance, with both driving stability and...

April 18, 1997 Japan