For the first time since 2006 the Honda Civic is being redesigned, and the concept for 2012 has been released through sketches online.

The drawing "conveys the sleek and aerodynamic profile of the show vehicle," says Honda. "The production version of the ninth-generation 2012 Civic based on the revealed concept will go on-sale in spring 2011. John Mendel, American Honda executive vice president of sales, will introduce the concept vehicle at a press conference."