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A Honda dealer reflects on 2011's challenges for the manufacturer following Japan's earthquake and tsunami, then outlines optimism for 2012 based on new product launches including the redesigned CR-V with enhanced technology, a new Accord, and an EV Fit model. The dealer predicts conditions cannot worsen for Honda and anticipates a strong year ahead, with another commenter expressing similar optimism about dealer prospects in 2012.

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As a Honda dealer I am very happy that 2011 is coming to a close. I can not imagine having a 9.1 earthquake in Japan ( I hope) or a tsunami. What a year for all of Japan, it's people and industries.

Survival was the theme for Honda and I only hope for the best in 2012. The all new 2012 CRV has landed and has a back up camera & bluetooth in every trim level. As well as other technology that has been missing from Honda products. Honda will launch a new Accord in late summer. They has a EV Fit coming and are making some other changes to the 2012 Civic to try and overcome some of the negative press it has received.

All in all, it can not get any worse for Honda in 2012. So I am hoping for a great 2012 at my dealership.

What are some other thoughts on what 2012 will bring for the automotive industry ?
 

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A Honda dealer reflects on 2011's challenges for the manufacturer following Japan's earthquake and tsunami, then outlines optimism for 2012 based on new product launches including the redesigned CR-V with enhanced technology, a new Accord, and an EV Fit model. The dealer predicts conditions cannot worsen for Honda and anticipates a strong year ahead, with another commenter expressing similar optimism about dealer prospects in 2012.

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