Ford and Honda capture two model-level awards each, with Ford receiving awards for the all-new Fiesta and F-150 LD and Honda receiving awards for the Ridgeline and redesigned Odyssey.

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Many other new vehicles being unveiled this week are small, fuel-efficient models, including a second Prius model from Toyota, a redesigned Honda Civic, the new Chevrolet Sonic and the Buick Verano.

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And because of its low price and icon status, Tata's new model should also swipe customers from Hero Honda and other two- and three-wheel manufacturers like Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor.

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This model reached the market last year, and Honda is determined to hang onto its leadership position, even if it means beefing up incentives.

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Nissan has high hopes for growth in the compact segment that Honda dominates in the U.S. with its Civic model.

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The redesigned Honda Accord and Nissan Altima midsize sedans are just now in launch model.

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The recall involves approximately 259, 000 Honda Pilots and 318, 000 Odysseys from the 2003-04 model years and 230, 000 MDXs from 2003-06.

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Autoweek points out the competition: The ninth-generation Honda Accord debuts just in time to take on an onslaught of new competition for the 2013 model year, including the Chevrolet Malibu, Ford Fusion and Nissan Altima.

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People familiar with Honda's plans say it will likely pull forward a midcycle refresh of the Civic for the 2013 model year, which goes on sale next fall.

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