Honda will be continuing its hybrid path with full steam, despite the poor reception to its Insight sedan.  The CR-Z, a sport hatch designed in the spirit of the old CRX, will be the attention-grabber.  The CR-Z will utilize lightweight materials, a streamlined form, and possibly a reworked version of the Inisght powertrain to create the greenest sport compact in the market.  Honda will also be producing a gas-electric version of its Fit subcompact, said to be targeting a $19,000 starting price range.  Both are reportedly scheduled for the 2011 model year and may premiere in the upcoming LA auto show. honda civic

Here’s a new promo video for the British-spec Mugen Civic Type R.  Mugen, Honda’s “official” tuner, has revamped the Japanese sport hatch.  The new tuner work comes with a new front spoiler, a giant rear wing, a busty exhaust, Mugen exclusive eighteen-inchers, hood vents, and a souped-up four-banger pushing up to 237 hp.

We may not get this, but we still have the Insight…