Arrogance and Accords: The Inside Story of the Honda Scandal

by Steve Lynch

Between 1994 and 1997, 18 former executives of American Honda Motor Company were convicted on federal fraud and racketeering charges. This true-crime story reveals the underbelly of one of the world's most respected companies, detailing the key characters in this 15-year scandal and their shady deals, along with internal and FBI investigations. Examines how the corruption adversely affected Honda's sales efforts, and analyzes the corporate culture that allowed it to flourish for so long. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

310 pages, Hardcover

First published November 19, 1997

Reviews

[Rachel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good, not great

I finally got around to reading this, having known about it for years as my father was a Honda dealer. It was helpful in understanding the scandal but could have benefited from an editor chopping out 10% of it.

[Louise Romain · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fascinating book about the scandal that would have hit the headlines if it had happened at any other time other than the O.J. Simpson trial. Its effect touched dealerships, communities and even NASCAR.

[David · Rating 4 out of 5]

I don't recall this while it was going on but it amazes me how crooked this group was. How they shook down the dealers and were able to get away with it for so long.