Yep for cool stuff that 99 percent of the time will never be used in mainstream markets, Japan is the place to go. It’s the one percent that really does work however that excites me the most. The Sony PlayStation has been the market leader since its inception and the gaming industry as a whole is a multi, multi billion pound yearly business. In fact Japan’s economy alone generated £120 billion through the sale of publishing, games, films and music in 2006 alone. The cars are fast becoming market leaders too. Gone are the days of reliable vehicles that looked like a baby had styled it – enter the simply stunning Nissan GTR or Honda’s most successful hot-hatch the Civic Type R (this unlike the robot is available at your Honda dealer).

The reason why the latest cars from Japan are so well styled whilst maintaining the build quality and reliability you’d expect from the country is that they’ve embraced their culture, which to Western society is, well, bonkers. We’ve all seen the clip shows on TV that showcase the mad game shows Japan have as entertainment. In the UK you answer a few questions correctly and you win some money. In Japan you answer a few questions correctly and then you only have to eat ten snakes, jump through fire and have your leg chopped off to win the big prize.

Then there’s the Bosozoku. Essentially they were a motorcycle gang that started in the mid fifties, but thanks to Manga comics and Anime films such as Akira, the image has been glamourised so the modern day Bosozoku are more style than actual gang fighting and neighbourhood terrorising. They have also branched out to modifying cars with crazy features such as exhausts that reach skywards and end above the roofline. Japanese culture is the perfect ying and yang – they work really hard, they play really, really hard.

You can see now why channelling all the above into a car such as the Nissan GTR is pretty exciting. You have the reliability and build quality from the hard-working Japanese culture, the mad styling from the Manga culture and the incredible handling and on-board computer wizardry from the gaming culture. You can see these elements filtering through to many Japanese car-makers and most notably across their range, Honda.

When judging a car brand, I like to see what their entry-level car is and if that’s good then it’s a good rule of thumb to assume this standard is maintained as the pound signs increase. Using this logic and a trip to your Honda dealer will bring the Honda Jazz before you. It’s a fun little hatchback from the styling to the way it drives around town. In fact it’s not too dissimilar to Doctor Who’s Tardis. Admittedly the Jazz doesn’t transcend time and space, but it’s far bigger on the inside than its exterior would have you believe. The front and rear lights wrap around both ends and a simple arched line down the side completes the shape. It is once again Japan in microcosm: small, functional and stylish.

There are two engines available, a 1.2 litre unit or a 1.4 VTEC litre version. The later is also available with a 6-speed i-SHIFT gearbox that is semi automatic. The funky features don’t end there, with the Jazz offering a panoramic glass roof, a refrigerated glove box and iPod connectivity. Crucially your Honda dealer will take pride in declaring the Jazz emitting just 130g/km CO2 and returning a combined fuel consumption figure of 51.4mpg. The Jazz is cheap to run then, but it’s reasonable to buy in the first place, with prices starting at £9,990 in the UK.

The verdict on the Jazz then is a glowing one. Obviously I’d love a Nissan GTR to embrace my love of all things Japanese, but to suit my wallet and I’m sure the vast majority of readers, nip to your Honda dealer for a small slice of Tokyo.

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They are focused on your satisfaction and will ensure that you are completely satisfied with your purchase. Select from Honda Civics, or Accords. There is also the Pilot, and CR-V. Check out the SUV’s like the Element or the Odyssey Minivan. Honda leads the market in quality and service, and customer satisfaction.

Every Honda dealership is equipped with all of the tools necessary to make your experience one that will be remembered. Perhaps a sport car is your car of choice. If so, take a look at the S2000 it is a hybrid two seater. There are also hybrid versions of the Civic and the Accord. These cars were built with the environment in mind.

It is a new year, with new makes and models to choose from. Check out the two thousand ten Honda Accord Crosstour. It has a five speed transmission, and saves you gas mileage on the highway and in the city. It runs on regular unleaded gas and provides a smooth ride that is both luxurious and quiet.

The Honda Accord LX is a four door sedan that has an automatic transmission and a four cylinder engine that is just enough power to get from a through z, quietly and economically. Fuel savings are great for highway driving as you get more miles per gallon in the city and even more out on the highway.

New two thousand ten versions promote the CRV EX Four wheel drive. It is an SUV that provides the best in luxury and style while you travel with ease to and from your destinations. It is economically priced and affordable for any budget. Audio controls are mounted on the steering wheel for ease in operation.

Check out the reviews on all great Honda’s, like the Fit, Ridgeline and Accord Cross Tour. Take a test drive and see all the great features that are available for you. There are three models that have achieved the top value rating. The Accord won the Best Midsize Category, and the Fit won Best Compact, with the Odyssey winning Best Minivan.

Honda has earned over twenty awards in the model category and over six awards in the brand category. They are focused on overall quality improvement and innovation of all of their makes and models. They have been and are the leaders in the car industry and intend to remain that way.

Visit the Honda dealerships today and find out what all of the buzz is about. Come and see what is new at Honda this year. They have complete service centers to make sure that your vehicle stays in tip top shape that will last for years to come. Make your next vehicle purchase a Honda.

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