At this years Tokyo auto show, Honda unveiled a second iteration of the CR-Z concept it debuted here in 2007, taking the opportunity to formally announce that the car will go into production and come to the U.S. in the second half of 2010. (I can't wait to get our first one here at Checkered Flag Honda!)

With this second take, the CR-Z inches toward reality with a (slightly) more production-ready look. While it still boasts four seats-the production car will only have two-the greenhouse has grown, with a taller roof and a more upright windshield. The rear…