Honda Technology Explained: A New Glossary

If you've been researching a new Honda model and wondering what the branded technology names mean, this page is a good place to start. Clark Knapp Honda in Pharr, TX put together this glossary to give you clear definitions for five proprietary Honda systems. Read through the entries below before your next visit, and you'll walk in knowing exactly what you're looking at.

Honda Sensing®

Standard on every model in the lineup, Honda Sensing® is a suite of safety and driver-assistive technologies that uses a front-facing camera and radar sensor to monitor traffic, lane position, and potential hazards. Collision mitigation, lane maintenance, and adaptive cruise control all fall under this umbrella.

Earth Dreams® Technology

Look under the hood of most new Honda models and you'll find Earth Dreams® Technology at work, an engineering philosophy governing how Honda approaches engine and transmission design to balance output with efficiency. In practice, it means an engine that responds cleanly when you accelerate and settles into a composed rhythm during highway cruising.

i-VTEC®

Few engine technologies have had as long a run as i-VTEC® (Intelligent Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control), and the reason is simple. It continuously adjusts when and how far the intake valves open, depending on how hard the engine is working. At everyday speeds, that means better efficiency; when you need to accelerate, the system opens up for stronger output.

Real Tim AWD™

Not all all-wheel-drive systems respond the same way, and Real Time AWD™ stands out for how proactively it operates. Rather than waiting for a wheel to slip, this available system reads steering angle, throttle input, and wheel speed data to predict when rear-wheel support is needed on select new Honda SUVs, making it particularly capable on wet pavement and loose surfaces.

Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA™)

Every new Honda comes standard with Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®), an electronic stability system that compares where the vehicle is going against your intended path and responds with selective braking or engine output adjustments to correct the difference. Most of the time you'll never notice it, and that's by design.

Explore These Features at Clark Knapp Honda in Pharr, TX

The technology covered above spans the new Honda lineup, and the best way to understand any of it is to experience it in person. Visit our Honda dealership in Pharr, TX and let our team walk you through any of these features during a test drive. When you’re ready to take home a new model, our team can help you find Honda financing options that fit your needs.