Honda’s Earth Dreams Hybrid System Makes Green Car Journal’s 2014 Top 10 List
Honda Earth Dreams Technology™ Two-Motor Hybrid System Named to Green Car Journal’s Top 10 Green Car Technology List for 2014
Honda’s commitment to fuel efficiency and clean mobility just earned another high honor. The company’s innovative Earth Dreams Technology™ two-motor hybrid system has been named to Green Car Journal’s prestigious Top 10 Green Car Technology List for 2014.
This recognition puts Honda squarely in the spotlight among automakers working to redefine how we power vehicles.
What is Earth Dreams Technology™?
Earth Dreams is Honda’s next-generation approach to powertrains. It’s not a single engine or component. Instead, it’s a series of technologies designed to improve performance, reduce emissions, and boost fuel economy across the company’s lineup.
At the core of this system is Honda’s two-motor hybrid setup, used in the Accord Hybrid and Accord Plug-In Hybrid. This advanced drivetrain combines:
- A gasoline engine
- Two electric motors
- An innovative electronic continuously variable transmission (e-CVT)
Together, they create a seamless driving experience that shifts between EV, hybrid, and engine modes for optimal efficiency.
Why It’s a Game-Changer
Unlike traditional hybrids that rely mainly on the engine, Honda’s system maximizes electric-only driving. It lets the vehicle operate silently and emissions-free in city driving, while switching to hybrid mode or direct engine drive at highway speeds.
This allows for:
- Outstanding fuel efficiency
- Strong acceleration
- Smooth transitions between power sources
In fact, the 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid was rated at 50 mpg city, making it one of the most fuel-efficient midsize sedans of its time.
Industry Recognition Matters
Green Car Journal’s Top 10 list spotlights breakthrough technologies that advance environmental performance in the auto industry. It considers factors like innovation, scalability, and real-world impact.
Honda’s two-motor hybrid system stood out for its:
- Elegant design
- Everyday practicality
- Impressive EPA ratings
- Contribution to reducing petroleum dependence
Ron Cogan, editor and publisher of Green Car Journal, called it “an exemplary achievement in hybrid powertrain development.”
Honda’s Ongoing Sustainability Push
This isn’t Honda’s first recognition for green innovation. The company has a long history of environmental leadership—from the Insight, America’s first hybrid car, to its work on hydrogen fuel cells and electric mobility.
Earth Dreams Technology is part of a broader roadmap to cut carbon emissions, increase electrification, and improve overall vehicle sustainability.
Honda has also pledged to have two-thirds of its global auto sales come from electrified vehicles by 2030.
Driving Toward a Cleaner Future
By earning a spot on Green Car Journal’s 2014 list, Honda isn’t just celebrating another trophy. It’s showcasing a real, scalable technology that makes cleaner driving accessible to everyday consumers.
For drivers, this means lower fuel bills. For cities, it means cleaner air. And for the planet, it’s a step closer to reducing transportation’s carbon footprint.
Source:
Green Car Journal – https://www.greencarjournal.com
Honda Newsroom – https://hondanews.com
TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 23, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — .
