Is your Car ready for Winter?

 

 

1.  Check your battery.  Getting stranded in the cold with a dead battery is no one's idea of a good time.  If you have a maintenance-free battery, there should be a window on the top of the battery that tells you the state of it's charge.  If it's not, check the fluid levels, and top off with distilled water as necessary.  if you're not sure how to check your battery, most any auto parts store will be able to check it for you.

2.  Check your tires.  While a dead battery can leave you stranded, balding tires on snowy and icy roads can lead to a much more dangerous situation.  If you live in an area that gets a significant amount of snow, you may want to consider snow tires.

3.  Check your wiper blades.  Going cheap on your wiper blades or ignoring them can lead to very unpleasant driving in the winter.  Bad wipers can't do an adequate job of keeping the snow and ice off of your windshield, no matter how high you have the defrosters blasting.

4.  Check your fluids.  Check your owner's manual, but for most vehicles, the cooling system should be flushed every two years.  If your vehicle is overdue, prior to winter setting in is as good of a time as any to have it taken care of.  Also, refer to your owner's manual to find what type and what mixture of anti-freeze you should be using.  You will also want to keep your windshield washer fluid full, using a fluid that is designed for not freezing in the cold weather.  If you get stuck behind a truck throwing dirty snow at your windshield, you will be glad you did.  As always, change your oil regularly.

5.  Keep your vehicle supplied.  Normal emergency materials are key for the winter.  If you do get stranded on the road, you want other driver's to be able to see you.  Roadside flares are not excessive to keep on hand.  Keeping extra warm cloths, gloves, and a blanket or two are always good ideas as well.  Be sure to have lock de-icer on hand- and keep in mind that it doesn't always help to have it in the car.  Some in your house, and some at work are a great idea. 

6.  Care for the interior of your car.  In and out of the snow, ice, and salt can be particularly rough on your carpets.  Be sure to have at least an inexpensive set of floor mats for your car.  Better yet are the kind that can hold the water and keep it away from your carpets completely.

7.  Let your car warm up (and revving your engine doesn't really help).  Keep in mind, though, thieves are excellent at watching for cars that are running but unattended.  Have an extra door key that you keep on you and lock the doors while it is warming up, even if you are at home. 

8.  Be safe.  Allow extra time to get where you are going, leave plenty of space between you and the driver in front, and use good common sense.  It's better to arrive a few minutes late than not at all. 

The redesigned Honda Civic

   The all-new Civic Concept took the spotlight at the 2015 New York Auto Show on April 1. As the basis for the entire line of the 2016 Civic family, the Civic Concept boasts a variety of sporty, aggressive features that will redefine the compact market. This fall, the Sedan-later followed by a Coupe, an Si, a 5-door model, and a new Civic Type-R-will celebrate our take on an advanced, sport-inspired design. Featuring a new turbo-charged engine, the Civic Concept embodies the spirited, game-changing future of the tenth-generation Civic.

   The new Civic is being called "the most radical redesign in Civic history". It's a redesign that Mr. Honda himself would be proud of, a concept car that so closely resembles that of the tenth-generation production car. Honda is returning to the sporty Civics of beloved memory, establishing new high points of handling and refinement for the model. The new Civic will be a little wider and a little longer than the current model, with a shorter front over-hang and A-pillars that are pulled back to give it a more exciting profile. The front and rear LED lighting strongly resemble that of the current model and the rest of the Honda line up. Stay tuned for more information, including horsepower, body materials and suspension architecture, on this exciting redesign of the Honda Civic.

You can shop our current Civic inventory here.

Honda VTEC Turbo

Honda VTEC Turbo


The New Turbo that Reuses Energy

  Honda’s VTEC TURBO is the turbo engine reimagined, achieving both excellent fuel economy and the fun of driving. Turbo engines were traditionally powerful - at the cost of fuel efficiency - but that has completely changed with the VTEC TURBO. With the same amount of fuel, the VTEC TURBO produces more power than a naturally-aspirated engine. As the turbocharger’s turbines are powered by exhaust gas, exhaust energy is reused, increasing thermal efficiency. By reusing exhaust gas that was simply dissipated, new energy is efficiently created. The VTEC TURBO works in a way that is similar to the modern trend of recycling.


Shop our Honda inventory online or come into our dealership located at 2200 Bypass Rd. Elkhart, IN. 46514 to speak with one of our Honda Product Specialists to learn more about Honda VTEC Turbo.

2016 Redesigned Honda Pilot

The redesigned 2016 Honda Pilot is here!

 

    The 2016 redesigned Honda Pilot is looking to be THE family vehicle. From Constantly checking how well child-safety seats fit in vehicles to how sane they keep Mom and Dad, the 2016 Honda Pilot was at the top of the list. The Honda Pilot was a pioneer in the race to reformat rugged SUVs into something more prosaic, more useful--more liveable on a daily basis. When it was new in 2003, the Pilot got the driving height and all-weather traction of the SUV right, and wrapped it in an airy Honda-like body with lots of seats, superb visibility and, truth, frumpy looks.

 

   To be considered a great family vehicle-like the 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe- it needs to be able to take care of all it's passengers. While the driver needs to be comfortable, the little ones really come first and Honda made sure they thought of that as well. Easy to reach cupholders everywhere is the first thing that's noticed, including double cupholders in the rear of the vehicle. Along with having three top tether anchors, the redesigned Pilot will have the capability to accomodate three car seats across the 2nd row when equipped with the bench seat, which will appeal to larger families. With all the room available in the Pilot, being tall isn't going to be a problem. The second row features two buttons; one being on the seat bottom and the other located on the seat back, making exiting the vehicle painless, even for a person that is six feet tall.

 

   From a Blue-Ray player to an HDMI port for gaming, the Pilot appears to have plenty of electronics to keep children of all ages occupied for hours. The Pilot also offers plenty of USB ports, some being powerful enough to charge iPads. Parents can also enjoy many entertainment options, but may be more excited about all the available storage in the Pilot. The center console is much larger than the old Pilot and can easily hold a large purse. The smaller cubbies throughout the vehicle make storing childrens things convenient as well. The cargo area is also impressive with its significant amount of under floor storage. The hard plastic cover behind the third row can be moved to the bottom to create more room for taller items.

 

   Even though the important facts like how much power the Pilot boasts and what kind of mileage you'll get, haven't been released yet, it carries numerous options to make families happy while traveling; therefore, putting the 2016 Honda Pilot in the running to be THE family vehicle.


Shop our inventory now for the all-new redesigned 2016 Honda Pilot or visit our showroom located 2200 Bypass Rd. Elkhart, IN. 46514 and speak with one of our Honda Certified Product Specialists.

Why Buy Certified Pre-Owned Honda

Why you should choose a Honda Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle?

Every Honda is a product of innovative engineering and quality manufacturing. And only well-maintained Honda models that are less than six years old and have a maximum of 80,000 miles are eligible for certification. The certification process includes:

• A thorough multi-point mechanical and appearance inspection, performed by the dealer, to ensure that each used vehicle meets Honda Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle standards.
• Honda-trained technicians scrutinize all major vehicle systems, including brakes, engine, drivetrain, steering, suspension, tires, wheels, exhaust system and vehicle interior and exterior.
• Dealer technicians recondition any component that does not meet our standards.
• Any component that cannot be reconditioned is replaced with Honda Genuine Parts.
• A limited warranty that covers engine and transmission components up to 7 years/100,000 miles.

Warranty:

Thanks to an extensive used-car warranty, every Honda Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle comes with peace of mind.  It covers major engine and transmission components, except for standard maintenance items, body glass and interior. Honda will repair or replace any covered part that is defective in material or workmanship under normal use. There is a $0 deductible and the following major systems/components are covered:

• Powertrain - 7 years/100,000 total odometer miles (whichever occurs first).
  • Engine
  • Drive System
  • Transmission

• Non-Powertrain Coverage – For Vehicle Purchased Within New Vehicle Limited Warranty Period- 1 year/12,000 miles to 4 years/48,000 miles (whichever occurs first).
  • Safety Restraint System
  • Brakes
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Electrical
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating and Cooling
  • Fuel System
  • Doors & Switches 
  • Audio/Video & Navigational Device Repairs (Honda audio systems only)
  • Fluids/Oils
  • Sensors

   Now that you've got more information about Certified Pre-Owned Honda and the process it takes to certify Honda's, shop our Certified Pre-Owned Honda inventory or visit our showroom located at   2200 Bypass Rd. Elkhart, IN. 46514 to speak with one of our certified Honda Specialists about Certified Pre-Owned Honda's.