Honda Kills 0 Series & Acura RSX EVs – Market Reality Check | Hard Parking

Honda Kills 0 Series & Acura RSX EVs – Market Reality Check | Hard Parking

March 13, 2026 · 25 min · Season 3 · Episode 316

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Jhae discusses Honda's cancellation of the Zero Series EVs, Acura MDX issues, and shares a review of the Suzuki Jimny rental in Costa Rica.

Hard Parking EP316 - Honda Cancels Zero Series EVs, Acura MDX Issues & Jimny Rental Review Hard Parking EP316: Honda Cancels Zero Series EVs + Acura MDX AWD Probe & Suzuki Jimny Costa Rica Rental Episode Summary In the latest Hard Parking episode, Jhae dives into big automotive headlines: the NHTSA's investigation into over 137,000 Acura TLX and MDX models for intermittent all-wheel-drive failures, sharing his own experiences with the glitch on a 2023 MDX. He breaks down Honda's shocking cancellation of the Zero Series EVs—including the 0 SUV, 0 Saloon, and Acura RSX—citing EV market struggles, infrastructure limits, and a smarter pivot to hybrids. Jhae recounts the family vehicle hunt, from Toyota test drives to landing a sleek new 2026 Acura MDX A-Spec with Advance package upgrades like massaging seats. He also delivers a fun, honest review of renting a Suzuki Jimny in Costa Rica, praising its off-road prowess despite its quirks like slow acceleration and CarPlay delays. What do you think about Honda ditching those EVs—smart move or missed opportunity? Chapters / Timestamps 00:00 - 00:45 - Intro & opening banter 00:45 - 01:43 - Sponsor segment (tech/business service) 01:43…

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