Norton Way Honda Newsletter - July 2016

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THE NSX TOTAL AIRFLOW MANAGEMENT CONCEPT

CHILD SEAT BELTS

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THE HONDA JAZZ

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NEW SPORTS EXPERIENCE! 10

AFTERSALES

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HONDAJET

FUNDRAISING

Reviewed by little people

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‘Total Airflow Management’ Concept It’s take-off in Europe

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The essential safety guide at Norton Way Honda for Team Paralympics GB

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WHAT DO LI T HINK OF THE

year-old Tanpreet to our Honda Jazz driver before breaking into her own rendition of Ring a Ring O’ Roses. As our driver attempts to do as she wishes, Tanpreet continues to appraise the merits of this family favourite.

Already set to become one of the motoring industry’s most feared reviewers, Tanpreet is joined in her critique by eight-year-old Alice, six-year-old Anokh and five-year-olds Henry and

ast month, Honda UK invited a number of young children to visit the Chiswick Honda dealership. The children were tasked to provide a vehicle review like no other and put the all-new Honda Jazz through its paces.

Unlike other reviews this one was focused from the backseats and not the drivers. Here’s what they thought: “Just drive like a crocodile,” instructs four-

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TTLE P EOPLE HE H ONDA JAZZ?

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While we asked them to inspect the key features of the Honda Jazz – including the smooth ride, the Honda Connect, the Magic Seats and its ability to host colouring competitions and an awful lot of teddies – they had other ideas.

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NSX: THE ‘TOTAL AIRFLOW MANAGEMENT’ CONCEPT

onda’s Thomas Ramsay Lifts the lid on NSX ‘Total Airflotw Management’ Concept ensuring highly effective thermal management for multiple heat sources Specifically created to bring a ‘New Sports eXperience’ to the supercar segment, the new Honda NSX challenges the status quo, just as the first-generation NSX did so comprehensively over a quarter of a century ago.

Balancing downforce for optimal performance The front-to-rear balance of downforce generated by the NSX’s exterior design was carefully tuned. An exhaustive research and development programme determined that generating approximately three times as much downforce at the rear relative to the front of the car would provide the optimal downforce distribution for high-performance and day-to-day driving.

Insights from Thomas Ramsay, NSX Aerodynamics and Cooling Project Leader “In many ways, with the design of the all-new Honda NSX, you literally have form following function, so this was a really exciting vehicle to work on as an aerodynamicist,” says Thomas Ramsay, the Aerodynamics and Cooling Project Leader on the new Honda supercar.

With the interrelated objectives of superior downforce and efficient cooling, Ramsay and his team sought to extract maximum benefit from the flow of air around and through the all-new NSX. Using computational fluid dynamic (CFD) simulations and testing of 40 per cent scale models in Honda’s advanced wind tunnel facility in Ohio, the development team optimised the intricate body shapes.

Thermal management As part of the total airflow management approach, the NSX’s exterior design also provides highly efficient thermal management required by its hybrid powertrain. There are seven different primary heat sources – the 3.5-litre V6 engine, two turbochargers, the nine-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT), the Power Distribution Unit and the two motors within the Twin Motor Unit. To provide efficient cooling to each of these elements, airflow is managed through 10 different heat exchangers.

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INSTANT RESPONSE FOR HONDA NSX DRIVERS

To create instant response for NSX drivers Honda have used a holistic approach to vehicle design, technology and manufacturing.

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which provides Independent drive force to each front wheel meaning the NSX from active all-wheel drive.

The character of the NSX’s dynamic performance can be tailored to preference thanks to the Integrated Dynamics System (IDS). Four selectable modes; Quiet, Sport, Sport+ and Track work by adjusting the steering, brakes, throttle, active damper, intake and exhaust depending on which one is selected.

A vivid and intuitive driving experience is achieved through advanced design, engineering fundamentals and advanced technology to allow the NSX to respond directly to the driver’s demands, whether accelerating, braking or turning.

“Our engineers explored new technologies to create a car that redefines supercar performance, delivering a vivid and intuitive experience that places the driver at its centre,” said Ted Klaus, chief engineer and global development leader of the new NSX. “As a result, the NSX epitomises the new sports experience, delivering classleading performance with instant acceleration and exhilarating, confidence-inspiring driving dynamics.”

Body Structure The Honda engineers had to create an optimal platform in order to supplement the vehicle’s advanced power unit. They employed worldfirst engineering and production techniques for the multi-material body to provide class-leading structural rigidity that supports the handling, visibility, safety, durability and reliability of the NSX. The result of the advanced engineering methods are a body with twice the rigidity of its nearest competitor in both dynamic and static torsional stiffness. The rigid chassis working in conjunction with the advanced power unit-translates the driver inputs (steer, brake, and throttle) with incredible precision and fidelity-enhancing driver confidence and delivering a new sports experience.

The Power Unit The Sport Hybrid Super Handling All-WheelDrive (Sport Hybrid SH-AWD) power unit is the first-of-its-kind in the supercar market, and delivers virtually zero-delay performance. At the heart of the power unit is a mid-mounted twinturbocharged 3.5-litre V6 gasoline engine, mated to an all-new nine-speed dual clutch transmission (9DCT) and a Direct Drive Motor. This is enhanced by the front-mounted Twin Motor Unit (TMU),

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TAKE-OFF FOR HON

The HondaJet has received type certification f (EASA). Steven Higgins, EASA Section Manag Turboprops, presented the type certificate for President and CEO, Michimasa Fujino.

“We are excited to achieve EASA ce the HondaJet today. This certificatio HondaJet meets the highest Europea - Honda Aircraft Company President and CEO, Michimasa Fujino

“We are excited to achieve EASA certification for the HondaJet today. This certification signifies the HondaJet meets the highest European safety standards,” said Fujino. “Our customers have shared that this aircraft is not only high performance, but intelligent, fun to fly and very sophisticated. HondaJet deliveries in Europe have begun, and we are excited to see the HondaJet enter service in this important market.”

HondaJet sales will now begin in Europe after significant interest by customers wanting to own the World’s most advanced light jet. Delivers will now include customers in the U.S., Mexico and Europe.

Patrick Ky, EASA Executive Director declared: “This certification shows that the HA-420 HondaJet fully complies with the most stringent European safety regulations and paves the way for its entry into service. It is the culmination of a particularly successful collaboration between Honda Aircraft Company and EASA. I wish a long and safe life in service to the HA-420.”

The HondaJet is the world’s most advanced light jet, and its distinctive design incorporates advanced technologies and concepts. Some

of its key concepts include Over-The-Wing Engine Mount (OTWEM) configuration, natural laminar flow wing and composite fuselage. These innovations make the HondaJet the fastest, most spacious and most fuel-efficient jet in its class.

The HondaJet flies at a maximum cruise speed of 422 knots (486 mph) and has a maximum altitude of 43,000 feet. The aircraft is certified for a single pilot and can seat up to 6 passengers. It is priced at $4.85 million (U.S.) and has an NBAA IFR range of 1,223 nautical miles (1,408 miles).

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NDAJET IN EUROPE

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THE ESSENTIAL

READ THE FULL CHILD SEAT BELT SAFETY GUIDE

CH IL D S E A T BE L T It was ‘Child Safety Week’ last month so we thought this would be the perfect opportunity to take you through some of the dos and don’ts of seat belt safety for children. minicabs- If a child seat isn’t available, children under the age of three must travel in the rear seats, but may be unrestrained.

All children must use the correct child car seat for their weight until they reach either 135cm or their 12th Birthday — whichever’s first According to Effectiveness of belt positioning booster seats: an updated assessment, “Using a child car seat reduces the risk of serious injury by 45% for children aged four to eight years old when compared with seat belt use alone.” If a child is not using the correct seat, the driver of the vehicle can be fined up to £500.

Kids under three aren’t allowed to travel in classic cars without seat belts Almost all Cars, Vans and Lorries have seat belts — with a few exceptions. Not all classic cars have seat belts. So if you’re lucky enough to own a priceless piece of automotive history, bad news: kids under three aren’t allowed to travel in your car. Children over three are good to go, but only in the back seats

Only EU-approved child seats can be used in the UK Legal child seats will have a label with a capital ‘E’ in the circle. If the label is not there you should get a new seat.

The driver of the car is responsible for ensuring that all passengers aged 12 and under are wearing their seat belts correctly However, passengers aged 14 and over are responsible for their own safety. According to research from Think! Road Safety, “Passengers aged 17-34 have the lowest seatbelt-wearing rates combined with the highest accident rate”, so even though passengers over 14 are technically “responsible”, it’s always a good idea to doublecheck. After all, you can never be too careful.

Unless your child has a ‘Certificate of Exemption from Compulsory Seat Belt Wearing’ from a doctor, they must wear a seat belt No excuses! And last but not least, here’s a handy checklist for ensuring that a child’s seatbelt is secured correctly, courtesy of ROSPA: The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents.

• The belt should be worn as tight as possible, with no slack.

• The lap belt should go over the pelvic region, not the stomach.

• The diagonal strap should rest over the shoulder, not the neck.

• Nothing should obstruct the smooth movement of the belt by trapping it.

Never use a rear-facing child car seat on a passenger seat where an active passenger airbag is fitted In the event of a crash, the airbag will expand at a rate of 160mph and cause severe injury or death due to the seat’s proximity. However the airbag can be left active for forward facing seats, but only if: • Car’s handbooks says it’s safe • You move the car’s seat as far back as possible.

Only use a child seat if your car’s seat belt has a diagonal strap Research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that diagonal seat belts reduce serious crash-related injuries and deaths by approximately 50%, so don’t forget to buckle up.

In case of emergency, children over the age of three can travel in the rear of a car using an adult seat belt.

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AFTERSALES AT NO

The Aftersales Department at Norton Way Honda is your number one location for servicing, MOTs, tyres and tuning.

Carrying out regular servicing helps you to maintain the reliability and safety of your Honda, however, it also preserves its lifetime value and warranty. Here at Norton Way Honda, we offer a range of custom-made services which ensure that your Honda will stay in perfect condition.

We offer both our retail and business customers our comprehensive after-sales support and experience, technical advice, vehicle servicing with collection and delivery available & courtesy cars. We always ensure that your vehicle is maintained in line with manufacturer guidelines and 10

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FUNDRAISING FOR TEA

Olympic Themed Cake Sale

Lethworth spinning!

On the 24th June Norton Way Group held a fundraising day to support the British Paralympic Association, this was to help Nissan’s commitment to Paralympics GB on their road to Rio.

Nissan, who is amongst one of the brand within our Norton Way Group, is the Official Automotive partner of British Paralympic Association and as part of the Heartbeat of Britain campaign our day aimed to supercharge ParalympicsGB athletes in their preparation for the Rio 2016 Games. At the last Games, the support of the nation inspired ParalympicsGB to give the performance of their lives, helping to make the London 2012 Games their most successful yet.

On the day we raised a total of £348.25 and these funds will help make the team the strongest it can be ahead of Rio 2016.

Their success can achieve the BPA’s wider charitable vision to challenge perceptions and inspire a better world for disabled people.

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