hfp suspension

[A Tuxedo Cat]

The HFP suspension setup will definitely tighten things up, give you more road response, but you're still going to find it pretty numb, especially on those straight, freeway-type commutes. I haven't done the switch yet from the stock all-seasons on my 17" wheels, but I have a feeling those are contributing to some of the wobbly feel with some soft side walls. Drive on them on a cold, rainy day and they can be quite scary. They just aren't a good match for the car at all. A set of 18" wheels paired with nice summer rubber really helps too. But, after a while, you get used to the setup and the car kinda feels numb and disconnected until you throw it into a corner hot.

Hate to say it, but it's something about the chassis and electronic power steering, not just the wheels and suspension that makes the car feel numb.

Have to agree with you there, the electronic power steering has been a pet peeve of mine. I've owned a 6th, 7th, 8th, and now 9th gen civic and none of them have had the road feedback of the 6th gen. Man do I miss my EJ8.