2011 Honda Civic GX. Honda will continue to offer the possibility of compressed natural gas with redesigned Honda Civic For 2012. in the last seven years, natural gas-powered Honda Civic GX has been named "greenest vehicles on the market of the American Council for an energy-efficient economy. Civic GX probably next year to its Green Crown LEAF Nissan all electric or plug-in Chevy Volt. However, Honda plans to increase production of GX-only produced vehicle compressed natural gas market.' Activity in the area of ecological vehicles we anticipate sales growth OF CNG vehicles, not only in California, but nationwide, "said Elmer Hardey, Senior Manager of alternative vehicles, Honda's interview with hybridcars.com.
"We are considering doubled sales over the next two-to three-year horizon," he said Hardey.Last year, Honda sold fewer than 2 000 citizens GXs — so doubling is still modest increase Civic GX production. be offered also a nicer amenities such as a navigation system and premium stereo package. Honda Civic is completely during the 2012 model year.
There are several factors that keep Compressed Natural Gas vehicles in small niche, include limited access to fueling stations CNG. Hardey confirmed that the possibility of refueling home is still available drivers GX. FuelMaker, maker of equipment for the refueling was acquired from Phill CNG fuel systems Solutions in 2008.The product is now called fuel program BRC which sells at around $ 4,500, reduced tax credits of $.
In economic terms, setting many consumers question the price tag of $ 25,000 for less costly EX model offers a nicer features premium and improved performance for Civic GX.Yet the Government benefits — such as $ 4,000 tax credit and solo ride access to Carpool lanes in several Member States may encourage a few buyers –. Moreover, it is cheaper than gas or diesel, CNG-possible dollar or two compared to equivalent gallon price.
CNG induction for Honda Civic GX. Hardey believes that demand for CNG refueling home appliances have been catalysed on the market of electric vehicles. "People are beginning to consider their needs and alternatives, "said Hardey.
"If the customer wants to move away from petroleum, CNG and electric vehicles are a good choice.Of course, battery electric vehicles are another choice away from oil, other than a hybrid or plug-in hybrid, "says Hardey."CNG is fossil fuels, but becomes a problem of energy security.You may want to move away from oil and use the resource based on THE UNITED STATES.Natural gas will fit this need very effectively. "
Even with doubling sales is likely to remain very niche vehicle Honda Civic GX. On the other hand, is a tremendous momentum building plug-in cars – and Honda recognizes that cannot be left out of the market.Earlier this year, Honda has announced that all future production of electric city car subcompact, as well as larger plug-in hybrid. Moreover, the company continues to emphasize hybrid electric vehicles as gas fuel efficient strategies.
"Plug-in hybrid Honda Accord or size will be larger," said Hardey. is there any chance that Honda will be developing a new model that is running on CNG. on the other hand, according to Honda Hardey will begin its hybrid electric and plug-ins for existing platforms and then quickly move into specialized "vehicles."That speaks volumes about the future direction of CNG vs. EV in a new landscape of green cars.
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