by Gabrielle DeSantis

Wow, the Honda HR-V is managing to get even cooler. With Honda’s mission to introduce more electric vehicles to the world, the Honda SUV e:Prototype serves as a preview, giving us clues about what to expect. It’s basically an electric Honda HR-V, but there isn’t anything boring about it. 

Check out the possible electric Honda HR-V 

According to MotorTrend, the Honda SUV e:Prototype serves as the first of 10 electric options that Honda is planning to introduce worldwide. It was revealed on stage during the Shanghai Auto Show, and the 10 new vehicles should roll out during the next five years. 

But we have slightly disappointing news. The e:Prototype, which looks like an electric Honda HR-V, might not be available in America. It’s only the first concept to be introduced in China, and it’s unclear if any of the new EVs will make it over here. 

Will we get the next generation Honda HR-V?  

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Even though a release date hasn’t been announced yet, America should receive the next-generation Honda HR-V. But we don’t know if the North American HR-V will have an electric powertrain or if the new electric vehicles will have new nameplates. 

But we hope it gains the sleek lines and futuristic look that the e:Prototype provides. In 2020, Honda and General Motors announced a joint project to develop two new electric vehicles. Both of them will be based on GM’s new global EV platform. 

Rumors suggest that it’s safe to expect that one of these SUVs will be a compact option to compete against the growing list of subcompact electric crossovers in America. But these models won’t be available until 2024, so we will have to wait to learn more. 

The two vehicles created by the GM-Honda partnership will be produced by GM and will use GM’s Ultium battery technology. It’s expected to provide a driving range of over 400 miles. Also, 10 minutes of charging should replenish over 100 miles of range. 

Honda didn’t disclose any information about the battery size, driving range, or charging capacity for the e:Prototype. It could be an exclusive option for the Chinese market that fails to provide a preview about what GM and Honda are building. 

Is the 2021 Honda HR-V a good option? 

Yes, the 2021 Honda HR-V is an excellent subcompact SUV to consider. If you don’t want to wait for the possible electric HR-V to come out, you can get started in a gas-powered model for about $21,220. 

It comes with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine that provides 147 hp and 127 lb-ft of torque. Also, it’s a pretty fuel-efficient option. The HR-V gets an EPA-estimated 28 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway. 

According to Edmunds, it takes the Honda HR-V about 10.8 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph, which is below average for the segment. However, it’s still fun to drive. It has responsive handling, limited body roll, and a smooth ride. 

The interior is incredibly comfortable with an upscale feel. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard on the Sport and higher trim levels. The tech is fast, responsive, and easy to use. This HR-V is a great SUV to consider as you wait for the electrified version to debut. 

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by Gabrielle DeSantis

We can’t tell whether this custom Camaro-Ute mashup is a Bondo barge or not. But from the pictures, it looks fairly legit. And for a little over $5,000 asking price this looks like a bargain. This is a 1997 Camaro converted into a Ute or El Camino.

Never one of our favorite Camaros (though we love them all), we can say this oddball car/truck really got our attention. Taken on its surface it is a converted Camaro, but the amount of work to get to this final product is impressive. For starters, the builder extended the wheelbase to offer a functional bed to actually carry stuff in.

This custom Camaro Ute looks surprisingly well done

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All of the extra length was added between the doors and rear axle. The top hoop is a natural stopping point for the top. To that, a rear window was added and the builder was off to the races. 

It lacks a tailgate but we suspect the back panel opens up as it does on a stock Camaro. All of that area looks unaltered from a stock Camaro. Except there’s no rear window.  And there’s a pickup bed. 

We don’t mind the cheapness of the plastic Camaro interior

The interior shots look reasonably stock which is probably a good thing. We don’t mind the cheapness of the plastic, at least it is all shiny and nick-free. As you know plastic can get ugly after a few years of use and the sun cooking it. Sometimes it actually turns into a powder. 

And it wouldn’t be a Camaro without those bitchin’ T-tops. We just hope the body has been reinforced because these were a bit twitchy in stock form. As everything looks so well done we suspect there are some hefty reinforcements running front to back tying this whole thing together. 

We’d make this Camaro Ute thing our every day

Power is from a “new rebuilt LKQ engine” and 700R4 automatic transmission. With 62,975 miles we’d say this thing is a low-mile hauler. We’d make it our every day and never look back. Yes, it’s unique, but what’s the point of only taking it out for special occasions? 

The seller notes you can haul around “your bike, your bed, a keg, or your potbelly pig.” We assume this is a veiled attempt to suggest you can’t haul 7,000 lbs of lumber or gravel. We get it, and wouldn’t. 

But for that rolled-up rug, small dump runs, or a couple of mountain bikes you can’t beat it. If we’ve convinced you then head on over to the Facebook Marketplace post and step up. Tell them MotorBiscuit sent you. 

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