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Honda Japan has just released a dedicated microsite - which went live on September 19 - for the all-new fourth generation Odyssey people-mover.

As can be seen in this first official picture, the 2009 Honda Odyssey (JDM version) retains the same sleek styling which made its predecessor such a success in its homeland and here in Australia. This design concept has been further refined and modernised for the new Odyssey and it appears the bulk of the cosmetic changes has taken place from the rear quarter - note the slight 'bulge' that extends from the rear passenger door all the way to the redesigned taillights.

Other changes that can be seen include a redesigned front end (headlights, in particular), a sleeker side profile and a sporty rake in the rear window.

No other information has been revealed apart from a Japanese press release which has been translated for your reading pleasure. More details will be posted as soon as they come to hand.

Visit the site of the new Honda Odyssey here.

The Official Honda Press Release (translated):

Honda Motor Co., announced in October a new "Odyssey" information about the Friday, Sept. 19 from Honda's website prior to the general public.

"Odyssey" was born in October 1994, will take you to the many customers, and multiplayer space with a spacious seat, and innovative package of low-floor high driving performance and sophisticated design is popular in .

The new fourth generation will be the "Odyssey", in the vein of previous models have been passed on from the inherited DNA, while appealing to the emotions of people to develop the model.

In the home, the new "Odyssey" and information will be released gradually, attractive special offers will be content.

The new "Odyssey" special page address below. (From September 19, can be accessed at 11)

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Paris preview: Honda Insight Concept Hybrid Vehicle

September 5th 2008 05:30

Honda's highly-anticipated new hybrid vehicle will wear a familiar nameplate when it goes on sale in the second quarter of 2009.

The new hybrid, pictured here in concept form, marks the revival of the Insight name in both Australian and global markets and shares styling cues with the Honda FCX Clarity fuel cell vehicle and even its main competitor, the Toyota Prius. Scheduled for a debut at next month's Paris Motor Show, the Honda Insight Concept is aerodynamically designed with a low centre of gravity and a generous five-passenger cabin.

The original Honda Insight was introduced in 1999 but failed to find its foot in the local market due to a number of factors, namely, its awkward design and price. Both of these detrimental factors have been addressed in the latest version with the new Insight set to become the most affordable Hybrid vehicle when it is released.

The Official Honda Press Release:

Honda Insight Concept Hybrid Vehicle to Debut at Paris International Auto Show

Honda will reveal a concept version of its new small hybrid vehicle, to be named Insight, at the 2008 Paris International Auto Show, October 2, the company announced today. The new Insight Concept shares styling cues with the Honda FCX Clarity fuel cell vehicle and will provide an early look at the highly-anticipated five-passenger hybrid vehicle.

Going on sale in the U.S. next spring, the all-new purpose-built Insight will come to market at a price significantly below hybrids available today. From this unique position in the marketplace, the Insight will advance the affordability and accessibility of hybrid technology to a new generation of buyers.

"The original Honda Insight pioneered hybrid technology in the U.S. and remains a symbol of Honda's commitment to innovative technology and fuel efficiency," said Takeo Fukui, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. CEO. "This new Insight will break new ground as an affordable hybrid within the reach of customers who want great fuel economy and great value."

The Insight Concept defines a new stage in the evolution of hybrid technology by utilizing a more cost-efficient version of Honda's Integrated Motor Assist™ (IMA™) hybrid technology, resulting in a new level of affordability for hybrid customers worldwide. Evoking the innovative styling cues first seen in the FCX Clarity, the Insight Concept is designed with a low center of gravity and a generous five-passenger cabin, offering the kind of driving pleasure and roomy interior that customers have come to expect from Honda. While the Insight Concept's aerodynamic design clearly identifies its fuel efficient purpose, its five-door access and folding rear seats speak to functionality that is designed to meet the needs of customers with an active lifestyle. The Insight Concept is a small, fuel efficient hybrid car that delivers big style and functionality with a healthy dose of fun.

Honda achieved a significant cost reduction in Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) components which should make Insight the most affordable hybrid vehicle to date. The production Insight will be offered as a five-door, five-passenger hatchback. Numerous technologies, including a function to assist customers in achieving more fuel efficient driving habits, will be applied to achieve a further improvement in real world fuel efficiency. With its affordable price, the new hybrid vehicle will represent the best value in its segment. Along with the Civic Hybrid, the new vehicle will be produced at an expanded hybrid vehicle production line at the Suzuka factory in Japan.

The Insight is expected to have annual global sales of 200,000 units per year - approximately 100,000 in North America. Following the launch of the new Insight, Honda also plans to introduce another unique sporty hybrid vehicle based on the CR-Z, first shown at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show. All together, Honda's global sales of hybrids should increase to approximately 500,000 units a year, or more than 10 percent of its total worldwide annual automobile sales.

The original Honda Insight was introduced in December 1999 as America's first gas-electric hybrid car. The first vehicle to break the 70-mpg fuel economy barrier, Insight was designed from the ground up to demonstrate the ultimate potential for fuel-economy in a two-seater subcompact automobile.

A leader in the development of cleaner, more fuel-efficient mobility products, Honda introduced the first low-emission gasoline vehicles; America's first gas-electric hybrid car and the world's first EPA-certified hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle, the FCX. In 2007, Honda was named "greenest automaker" by the Union of Concerned Scientists for the fourth straight time.

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Australian prices and details: 2009 Honda Jazz

August 29th 2008 00:15

The second-generation Honda Jazz has finally been launched in Australia with prices starting at $15,990 for the entry-level Jazz GLi model and topping out at $23,920 for the flagship 1.5-litre VTi-S with automatic transmission. This represents a price increase of $1,000 for the VTi and VTi-S models only - the GLi remains unchanged

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Review: 2009 Honda Legend

August 28th 2008 00:15

Honda has introduced a new 2009 year model of their flagship Legend sedan delivering even more power and style to reignite the marque's fight in the competitive luxury car segment

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Preview: 2010 Honda Civic hatchback

August 25th 2008 00:45

Ladies and Gentlemen: This is what the all-new UK-built 2010 Honda Civic hatchback is apparently going to look like. According to AutoExpress, these exclusive shots show how the popular hatch will look when the next generation Civic hits showrooms in 2010

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Honda FCX Clarity Hydrogen Car Hits Hollywood

August 22nd 2008 00:15

Jamie Lee Curtis takes delivery of the Honda FCX Clarity

At least 200 customers in the US and Japan have begun leasing the Honda FCX Clarity hydrogen car over the next three years and among the first customers are Hollywood star Jamie Lee Curtis and her filmmaker husband Christopher Guest who are both advocates of a greener lifestyle

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London Motor Show: Honda OSM Concept

July 24th 2008 00:15

The Honda OSM Concept car has broken cover at the British International Motor Show in London

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London Motor show preview: Honda OSM comcept

July 10th 2008 00:15

Japanese car maker Honda is set to unveil a new concept car at the upcoming British International Motor Show in London which will take place in less than a fortnight's time

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Video: 2009 Honda Accord Euro

June 23rd 2008 11:15

It appears that Honda has yet to release a promotional video clip for the 2009 Honda Accord Euro mid-sized sedan so while we await the release of that, why not check out Inside Line's video of the new model taken from this year's Geneva Motor Show

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2009 Honda Accord Euro: Australian pricing and specifications

June 23rd 2008 07:30

Honda Australia has revealed the pricing and specifications of the new generation Honda Accord Euro

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Honda FCX Clarity enters limited production

June 17th 2008 06:30

The first production Honda FCX Clarity rolled off the production line yesterday as some high profile customers including Hollywood celebrities looked on. The Clarity is Honda’s advanced hydrogen fuel cell car and will be leased to a limited number of customers in its homeland and the US from next month onwards

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Video: Honda skydiving TV commercial

June 3rd 2008 11:15

Japanese car maker Honda has launched a new television commercial - with a live portion - which succeeds the famous Accord Euro cog commercial
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Honda Civic Type R Wins Design Excellence Award

May 5th 2008 23:59

The Honda Civic Type R 'hot-hatch' has won the prestigious Automotive Design Award and best interior category from Wheels' magazine, one of Australia's premier motoring publications

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Official: 2009 Honda Pilot

April 16th 2008 05:50

Japanese car maker Honda has taken the wraps off the production version of its new Pilot crossover following its preview in concept form at the Detroit Auto show earlier this year

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