For several decades now, the Honda Civic has been a forerunner in the compact car segment thanks to dependability and solid performance. In fact, according to AutoGuide, Honda sells more Civics per year in the U.S. then Volkswagen, Chrysler or Mazda sells in total. There are, however, those who see "dependable" as "boring." In response to this view, rumors are milling around in all the right circles, and word on the street is the…

Happy 39th Civic! You could definitely pass for being in your 20's. That could be the result of the youthful vibe of the Civic. Extending on that, Honda has once again spruced up and rejuvenated the 2012-model year.

There will be 11 different variants of the 2012 Honda Civic lineup. While all of them carry quintessential Civic characteristics, each has its own unique flavor.

If safety is one of your big priorities, then…