Honda recalls Passport and Pilot due to fuel leak risk
Honda recalls Passport and Pilot due to fuel leak risk

Honda is recalling 206,000 vehicles due to fuel filler and oil pipe problems. December 6, 2024 — Honda has recalled nearly 206,000 Passports and Pilots due to the possibility of fuel leaks. The recalled 2023-2024 Honda Passport and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles are equipped with filler necks and filler tubes that can separate in a crash impact. Fuel leaks are dangerous at any time due to the risk of fire, especially in the event of a crash. The problem occurred during the installation of the fuel pump assembly, and Honda received its first warranty claim in May. “Honda found six vehicles in its warehouse inventory with incomplete connections between the filler neck and filler pipe.” — Honda Honda fuel leak recall letters should be sent out by January 6, 2025, and dealers will repair the fuel filler neck and fuel filler tube if needed. Honda Passport and Pilot owners can call 888-234-2138 to ask for recall number OKM.

Should The Next Honda Ridgeline Look Like The New Passport?
Should the next Honda Ridgeline look like the new Passport?

Honda hasn't confirmed if a third-generation Ridgeline is in development or when it will be available go through Brad Anderson November 30, 2024 19:20 The squarer shape helps broaden the appeal of the midsize Ridgeline pickup. The existing Honda Ridgeline has been in production since 2017 without major changes. This year, Honda launched the 2026 Passport, which is significantly different from its predecessor. With a bolder, boxier design and enhanced off-road capabilities, it shows Honda's renewed interest in more adventurous and rugged SUVs. But the real question is: Could Honda's midsize Ridgeline pickup benefit from a similar transformation? We think so, and these renderings only prove it. The current second-generation Ridgeline was launched in 2017, and while it remains one of the more compelling options in the midsize pickup market, it's clear that both its exterior and interior are starting to show their age. More: Honda's new 2026 Passport desperately needs to be taken seriously as an off-roader Honda has…

Honda’s New 2026 Passport Is Desperate To Be Taken Seriously As An Off-Roader
Honda’s new 2026 Passport urgently needs to be taken seriously

The new 2026 Passport is wider, with a longer wheelbase and greater ground clearance. TrailSport models come with real fenders, recovery points and all-terrain tires. All versions of the midsize SUV come with a naturally aspirated 3.5-liter V6 engine and a 10-speed automatic transmission. This is the new 2026 Honda Passport: a rougher, tougher, boxier take on the popular midsize SUV. Honda has long claimed that this is its most powerful SUV ever, but, let's be honest, that's not the boldest claim since the Japanese automaker isn't exactly known for its mud-choking off-roaders. But Honda wants you to take the new Passport seriously, especially its TrailSport version. To live up to these claims, there's an off-road-tuned suspension, all-terrain tires, recovery points and a bumper plate to protect the belly. READ: 2026 Honda Passport revealed at Rebelle Rally and looks like a winner You'll also notice that unlike some rivals, Honda chose not to mess around with downsizing, turbocharging, or hybrid…

2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Reveals New Off-Road Gear
2026 Honda Passport TrailSport launches new off-road equipment

The new generation of Honda mid-size SUV looks boxier this time but retains the 3.5-liter V6 engine go through Chris Chilton 18 hours ago Honda confirmed that the 2026 Passport will be equipped with a 3.5-liter V6 engine and a new 10-speed automatic transmission. The off-road-focused TrailSport trim includes 18-inch wheels, all-terrain tires and bright orange recovery points. The new TrailWatch system provides a 360-degree camera view designed to help you navigate rugged off-road terrain. 10/22 Update: We may have gotten our best, most unobstructed view yet of the new-generation 2026 Passport at last week's Rebelle Rally, but Honda's teasing isn't over yet. Once again, it's the off-road-focused TrailSport model that gets all the attention, although we also got a brief look at the interior, including the freestanding infotainment display and trunk area. Today, we learned that the TrailSport comes with 18-inch wheels, 31-inch all-terrain tires, and bright orange front recovery points. The shorter front overhang sharpens the approach angle…

Honda Pilot Up 62%, But Passport Sales Crash 43%
Honda Pilot grows 62%, but Passport sales plummet 43%

Looks like buyers are waiting for next-gen Honda Passport before placing orders Honda Pilot sales increased 62% in September, while Passport sales fell 43%. Most brands saw declines in September, but their year-to-date sales figures remain solid. The CR-V compact SUV remains Honda's best-selling model, with sales of 298,164 units so far in 2024. The Honda Pilot had a strong year in the United States, with sales up 25% from January to September. Honda's midsize Passport, on the other hand, has seen a decline in popularity, down 29% year-to-date, which could be a sign that potential buyers are waiting for the launch of a new generation model. Since the beginning of this year, Honda has delivered a total of 959,371 vehicles in the first nine months, a year-on-year increase of 12%. Still, sales fell 7% in September, with most models showing declines. More info: 2026 Honda Passport Trailsport shows off thicker design, off-road agility The biggest decline in September was…

2026 Honda Passport Trailsport Teases Chunkier Design And Off-Road Agility
2026 Honda Passport Trailsport previews heavier design and

The camouflaged fourth-generation SUV looks boxier this time, but retains the 3.5-liter V6 power go through Chris Chilton September 24, 2024 09:00 Honda has released a teaser ahead of the 2026 Passport, which is expected to debut in a few weeks. Videos and images of the camouflaged Trailsport variant highlight its off-road capabilities. It has been confirmed to be powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine, a new 10-speed automatic transmission, and AWD with torque vectoring. Honda's all-new fourth-generation Passport is undergoing its final paperwork check before its global debut this fall, but here we are, with a camouflaged prototype of the off-road Trailsport variant, which gives us a glimpse of what's to come to Honda dealerships early next year. Honda released a series of images and a camouflaged Trailsport testing video showing how the SUV can traverse sandy and rocky trails, ford deep water, and climb up and down steep grades. RELATED: The 2026 Honda Passport Trailsport Looks Like a…

Renew your passport online
Renew your passport online

Americans can now renew their passports online, eliminating the cumbersome process of mailing paper applications that often causes delays. The U.S. State Department announced Wednesday that after a pilot test, the State Department's online renewal system is now fully operational and available to all adult passport holders whose passports have expired within the past five years or will expire within the next year. It does not apply to renewals of children's passports, first-time passport applicants, renewal applicants living outside the United States, or expedited applications. “By offering this online alternative to the traditional paper application process, the department is digitally transforming to provide the most efficient and convenient passport renewal experience possible,” U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement. The department said it estimates that about 5 million Americans will be able to use the service each year. In 2023, the department processed 24 million passports, about 40% of which were renewals. Due to staff shortages caused…

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Smart travel: the latest Michelin hotels, Google Wallet

Listen to Audio Welcome to Smart Travel, our weekly column where we share our latest tips and tricks to keep you up to date on the can't-miss news in travel. Today we're reviewing Michelin's latest hotel picks, fuming over Delta's latest financial report, packing up our brooms, checking out a new "wicked" experience, and more. Michelin announces new top hotel recommendations for the U.S., Canada and Mexico Michelin announced its U.S. hotel rankings on Thursday, along with new lists for Canada and Mexico. Introducing a new hotel rating system that replaces its famous "stars" with "keys," Michelin has now named Sage Lodge (Montana), Amangiri (Utah), Canyon Tucson Ranch (Arizona), Little Palm Island Resort & Spa (Florida) and Kona Village, a Rosewood Resort (Hawaii) as the top three key accommodations in the U.S. Another 36 U.S. hotels were rated "Excellent," achieving two key ratings. Canada's Fogo Island Inn in Newfoundland and Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge on Vancouver Island were named top hotels,…

2026 Honda Passport Trailsport Looks Like A Proper Off-Roader In Latest Spy Shots
The 2026 Honda Passport Trailsport looks like a

The new Passport prototype made its debut shortly after Honda released an official teaser The 2026 Honda Passport has been spotted in the wild, and its off-road capabilities suggest it is the Trailsport edition. The company promises that the new Passport will be the "most adventurous and capable Honda SUV yet." It has been officially confirmed that the film will premiere early next year. Our spy photographers captured this camouflaged prototype while testing on public roads ahead of the 2026 Honda Passport's debut in early 2025. The new generation SUV has a boxier profile than the previous generation, with a flatter roofline and a more upright rear. Heavy camouflage obscures the details, but we can see that the headlights are sharper and the taillights are larger. More: 2024 Honda Ridgeline spy photos exposed, expected to be facelifted As part of the official teaser, Honda revealed that amber daytime running lights will be a Trailsport-specific styling feature, which is evident on…