Front bumper scrapes driveway

[Everbody]

When driving straight in or out of the driveway I get a noticeable scrape of the front bumper cover. At a perfect angle it doesn't. Could the dealer or an alignment shop give me an extra inch, or should I look for a ramp? I'd like it a bit higher anyway. Belly doesn't scrape.

 

[Kendalf]

When driving straight in or out of the driveway I get a noticeable scrape of the front bumper cover. At a perfect angle it doesn't. Could the dealer or an alignment shop give me an extra inch, or should I look for a ramp? I'd like it a bit higher anyway. Belly doesn't scrape.

The Clarity has a big front overhang. I've scraped it a few times as well. But no, you can't just adjust the suspension to give you an extra inch of clearance.

 

[Louis Nisenbaum]

My S2000 did that. The first time is a shock. Then I slowed to a crawl and never did again.

 

[ab13]

If you have a big dip or angle it can be hard to about.

 

[Everbody]

I tried the slow go, didn't help. I guess I'll look for a ramp for the driveway.

 

[bpratt]

I tried the slow go, didn't help. I guess I'll look for a ramp for the driveway.

My brother-in-law had the same problem. He filled his gutter with pea gravel which still lets the water flow but prevents scrapes.

 

[Jason4107]

People here in austin get these 1 inch thick steel plates installed. I see them often. I'm pretty sure you'd have to hire someone to do it for you. They look heavy

 

[Rob_v1]

We installed a Bridjit curb ramp after repeatedly dragging our Lexus CT200H bumpers. I'm sure it saves the Clarity's as well.

 

[Mowcowbell]

I've found that pulling into my steep driveway at an angle reduces my chances of dragging the front spoiler.

 

[graure]

Yes, go in at an angle, that's the easiest way. You can go on youtube and watch "how to drive a lowered car" for some good tips from people who have significantly lower cars than the Clarity.

 

[David in TN]

I'd just move to a new house with a respectable driveway entrance.

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[The Gadgeteer]

Convince Honda to make a PHEV CRV

 

[insightman]

Convince Honda to make a PHEV CRV

Honda's Pilot PHEV prototype has been spotted on the road.

 

[The Gadgeteer]

My Clarity is longer than the CRV and barely fits in my Garage as it is. I will have to sell my motorcycle. When is it coming out?

 

[insightman]

My Clarity is longer than the CRV and barely fits in my Garage as it is. I will have to sell my motorcycle. When is it coming out?

I expect it will have to appear at an auto show--I'd expect the LA Auto Show November 22nd--before there's any hint of when the Pilot PHEV will go on sale. Honda may allow more info to slip out before the show, but not the date when it will go on sale.