OC AUTO SHOW: 001 Encounters The 2013 Honda Accord For The FIRST Time In The FLESH

While we may not be the biggest fans of Honda's products, as we've seen them take a nosedive in terms of improving each product generation and continue to harp on the conservative side of design, we have to admit one thing: It still has a strong, loyal followers of the marque.

That's a great thing for any company and you better believe that's not something built or acquired overnight. That's a testament to hard work and a solid product. Kudos, Honda.

Now the 2013 Honda Accord has seen some updating but it's not anything that should blow your doors off. It looks like a mildly refreshed 2012 even though Honda is claiming this is an "all-new" product.

The good news is that it does benefit from a much nicer interior and subtle exterior updates. Can YOU spot them?

We know the Accord will sell in droves though we are curious about one thing: If Honda was a bit more aggressive and went above and beyond the status quo update, how much more market share could the Japanese brand earn?

Imagine if they had a sexier version of the Accord -- THINK: Passat CC -- that was seductive instead of milquetoast?


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