Natural Gas-Powered 2008 Honda Civic GX Delivers Attractive Alternative
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Sedan, the Honda Civic GX runs on ultra-clean, domestically-available natural gas and ... can purchase the Civic GX through qualified Honda dealers. ...
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Natural Gas-Powered 2008 Honda Civic GX Delivers Attractive Alternative Energy Transportation Solution Now For Immediate Release Natural Gas-Powered 2008 Honda Civic GX Delivers Attractive Alternative Energy Transportation Solution Now Refill with Phill at home, potentially qualify for tax credits, reduce fuel costs; perks include single-occupant HOV lane access and free parking in some cities TORRANCE, Calif. Based on the technologically-advanced Honda Civic Sedan, the Honda Civic GX runs on ultra-clean, domestically-available natural gas and produces near zero emissions. The Civic GX is the only vehicle certified by the EPA to meet both Federal Tier 2Bin 2 and Inherently Low Emission Vehicle (ILEV) zero evaporative emission certification standards, earning the distinction of, Cleanest internal combustion vehicle in the world. Consumers in California and New York, and fleet customers nationwide, can purchase the Civic GX through qualified Honda dealers. For 2008, an auxiliary audio input jack has been added to the audio system and a new color is available, Nighthawk Black Pearl. Natural gas, an inherently clean-burning fuel, produces 75 percent fewer smog forming pollutants (oxides of nitrogen) compared to the output of a conventional gasoline engine. As of 2007, natural gas is approximately 30 percent less expensive than gasoline when purchased at a refueling station, and can be more than 50 percent less expensive than gasoline when supplied by a home refueling appliance. The Civic GX brings the environmental and numerous other advantages of natural gas to one of Americas most popular vehicles, said Gunnar Lindstrom, alternative fuels vehicle senior manager of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. The availability of home refueling adds the potential to make using an alternative fuel vehicle even more convenient than gasoline. more 2008 Honda Civic GX As in previous years, 2008 Civic GX owners may be eligible for federal tax credits 1 designed to promote clean, alternative fuel vehicles and fueling infrastructure. The Civic GX qualifies for a $4,000 federal tax credit, and the purchase and installation of Phill, a first-of-its-kind natural gas home refueling appliance by FuelMaker Corporation 2 , may qualify for a tax credit of up to $1,000. Phill is available for lease directly through qualified Honda dealers in California, or directly from FuelMaker Corp. for purchase. The 1.8-liter, i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine produces 113 horsepower @ 6300 rpm and 109 ft-lbs of torque @ 4300 rpm. The 2008 Civic GX achieves an EPA-estimated city/highway fuel economy of 24/36 miles per ...
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