--- In honda-hybrid@yahoogroups.com, "Robert G. Schaffrath" wrote:
> --- In honda-hybrid@yahoogroups.com, "Jim Holmgren" wrote:
> >
> > Comparable mileage...4 seats...IMA system...priced under $12k.
> >
> > Unless Honda is REALLY committed to having the title of most
> > fuel efficient gas-engine car, I think this article (if it
> > comes to fruition) could finally spell the end of the Insight.
>
> Frankly I think the Insight is getting a bit old. My 2000 will turn
> a whopping "6!" in August (though it went into service in February
> 2001) and, other than a few minor cosmetic changes, the Insight's
> rolling off the assembly line are still basically the same car.
> There had been rumors approximately three years ago about an Insight
> II that would have had a carbon fiber body and various IMA
> improvements to deliver around 90MPG but obviously they never came
> to fruition. I would be sorry to see the car discontinued but it is
> a six-plus year old design. Imagine what an Insight might be able
> to do now with the third generation IMA found in the newest
> Civic's/Accura's and an even more efficient gasoline engine!

I'd love to see a Gen2 Insight, here's what they could do...
1. Use the latest more powerful IMA used in the Civic/Accord.
2. Add the new v-tec valve disabeling for IMA only crusing.

And if they really want to make it worth a premium...
3. Use their hub motor tech at the rear of the car!
4. More Lithium battery capacity for a PHEV Plug in abilities!

L8r
Ryan

ps. Now that would be worth a premium, a supercar fast,
super light, fuel sipping, and gas optional Hybrid!
Come on Honda!
Just Do It!