Base Metal-Base metal is a term used to refer to a metal that oxidizes or corrodes relatively easily as with copper, iron, nickel, lead and zinc. Carat-The term Carat, Karat or k is used to indicate the amount of pure (24k) gold in the alloy. Lower Carat ratings indicate proportionally less pure gold.ase Metal-Base metal is a term used to refer to a metal that oxidizes or corrodes relatively easily as with copper, iron, nickel, lead and zinc. Carat-The term Carat, Karat or k is used to indicate the amount of pure (24k) gold in the alloy. Lower Carat ratings indicate proportionally less pure gold.
2017 Civic Hatchback is an AUTOMOBILE All-Star. The 2017 Civic Hatchback Sport has been named an AUTOMOBILE All-Star, saying its 180-hp âturbocharged engine is powerfully elastic yet revvy, and the chassis is balanced and fun to drive at any speed.*.
Why It Matters. Honda hasnât fielded a real performance car since it killed the S2000 roadster six years ago, and despite still-robust sales the current Civic has been a critical failure. Importing the Type R should help resurrect the brandâs credibility with enthusiasts, while adding excitement to a model thatâs grown too conservative.