***Courtesy of autos.msn.com
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Don't let a clogged air filter ruin your fuel economy, keep it clean by following this maintenance tip!
Don't let a clogged air filter ruin your fuel economy, keep it clean by following this maintenance tip!
Semi-clogged air filters hurt fuel economy for the same reason you don't like to run with a potato in your mouth. The question is, when is your filter dirty? Under a Norman Rockwell schedule of small-town errand running and church duty, an air filter might not see much grit. But grimy city surface streets or just looking at a dirt road on a map are often enough to overwhelm air filters. This one is about conditions. If you go near dirt, the air filter may need changing twice as often as the schedule calls for.
Monday, October 29, 2012
Honda Fit She’s, the world’s only car aimed exclusively at women
There's a long and embarrassing history of automakers attempting to lure women with ladies-only models. At the turn of the 20th century, electric cars were marketed to wives with the pitch that their lack of hand-crank starting would avoid broken shoulders and/or death. In 1955, Chrysler made a bid for feminine attention with the Dodge LaFemme -- which came in a two-tone pink-and-white paint scheme, along with a storage place for the matching purse and rain hat. Lest you think modern executives learned from errors of the past, in 2000 Ford showed off a concept Windstar minivan developed with Maytag featuring a compact washer/dryer, microwave and vacuum in the rear hatch, because why would a soccer mom ever want to be parted from her appliances?
As women have grown to buy more cars in recent decades -- accounting for about one-third of car shoppers in the United States -- such attempts have given way to more savvy marketing. But in Japan, the gender divide remains more stark; half of all working-age women stay out of the workforce due to more stringent societal pressure to choose homemaking over careers, a major reason Japan's economy has been stuck in a rut for decades. But there's a cohort of younger Japanese women putting work first, and in a weak market Honda sees an opening.Launched this summer, the Honda Fit She's designers say they wanted to take a regular Fit subcompact and make it in their words "adult cute." That means lots of pink: Pink stitching in the seats and steering wheel and floor mats, matched by pink metallic bezels around the shifter and displays. There's also a few extra shades of pink in the special She's badge, spelled with a heart for an apostrophe. If pink isn't a customer's style, Japanese buyers can also select a Fit She's in shades of brown and white that a Honda executive told the Yomuri Shinbun newspaper match the color of eyeshadow.
To Honda's credit, the Fit She's beauty treatment isn't just skin deep. It also comes with special windshield glass that cuts 99 percent of ultraviolet rays and a "Plasmacluster" air conditioning system that Honda claims can improve a driver's skin quality, all aimed at stopping those wrinkles that turn adult cute into just adult. With a starting price of $17,500, the Fit She's got an attractive price for a home-market Japanese car -- but automakers wouldn't need special editions if taking advice from women wasn't such a noteworthy event.
***Courtesy of yahoo.com
Friday, October 26, 2012
Thanks for the awesome review Gary!
"They are always accommodating and everything always goes smoothly. We don’t look anywhere else!" – Gary HClick the link to read the full review on Angie’s List.Link: http://bit.ly/OBaT4n
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Buy four tires and receive free tire rotations for the life of the tires!
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Tuesday, October 16, 2012
2013 Acura ZDX Luxury Crossover To Get Numerous Enhancements in its Final Model Year
The 2013 ZDX will receive several new features, including a redesigned front grille, front and rear parking sensors, power folding side mirrors and safety features such as Forward Collision Warning (FCW) and Lane Departure Warning (LDW). The 2013 Acura ZDX will go on sale October 19, 2012, with a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) starting at $50,920*.
"People shopping for a luxury crossover vehicle will find the Acura ZDX an even more attractive product," said Jeff Conrad, vice president and general manager of the Acura Division. "Moving forward, we will continue to advance the Acura lineup with a focus on new core models, like the recently redesigned RDX and the upcoming all-new RLX flagship sedan, that provide the ideal balance of performance and fuel efficiency that is right for each product and a driving experience that is dynamic and emotional."
The ZDX is built in the same Alliston, Ontario plant as the Acura MDX, which shares the platform with ZDX. As a result, ZDX production will be discontinued in conjunction with the transfer of the popular MDX to the company's Lincoln, Alabama plant in early 2013 (as previously announced).
For 2013, the Acura ZDX will be sold as a single, valued-added package offering clients greater value on a luxury scale. Robust features now standard on the 2013 ZDX include the 435-watt Acura/ELS Surround® 10-speaker audio system with 15 GB hard disk drive (HDD) memory, Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition™, 8-inch high-resolution VGA display, multi-view rear view camera, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® wireless telephone interface, ventilated and heated front seats with perforated premium Milano leather seating surfaces, Keyless Access System (with Smart Entry and pushbutton ignition) and dual-zone automatic climate control system.
The ZDX will receive several new exterior features for 2013, such as a redesigned front grille, front and rear bumpers with integrated parking sensors, power-folding auto-dimming side mirrors and a dark accent on the wheels for a sportier finish. The interior receives a new wood trim on the center console and a high contrast interior option.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) are two new safety features for the 2013 ZDX. The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system can detect vehicles ahead of the ZDX. If the FCW system determines that a collision is possible with a detected vehicle, it provides the driver with visual and audio alerts to encourage avoidance actions. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) uses a camera mounted between the windshield and the rear-view mirror to detect lane lines on the road. If the driver begins to drift out of a detected lane without using the turn indicator, the system will provide the driver with visual and audible alerts.
The 2013 ZDX is equipped with an all-aluminum 3.7-liter V-6 engine that develops 300 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque. Performance is further enhanced by the ZDX's Sequential SportShift 6-speed automatic transmission that is designed to satisfy the most discerning enthusiast drivers. The 2013 ZDX EPA city/highway/combined fuel mileage is rated at 16/23/19 mpg**.
For customers seeking a great balance of utility and performance Acura will continue to offer vehicles in the luxury crossover space with the 5-passenger RDX and the TSX Sport Wagon. Acura also will continue to provide ZDX customers with a high-level of service and parts support throughout the life of their vehicles.
U.S. sales of Acura models increased 43.5 percent in September and rose nearly 30 percent to 115,773 units for the first nine-months of 2012, the Acura brand's best nine-month sales results since 2008. The Acura TL sedan, along with the MDX, RDX and TSX Sport Wagon crossover vehicles, have each posted double-digit gains for the year to date, including an 85.7-percent rise in sales of the redesigned RDX and a 25.2-percent gain for the TSX Sport Wagon. The all-new Acura ILX continues to gain momentum, posting its fifth consecutive monthly increase on September sales of 1,737 units.
Acura will debut its all-new 2014 Acura RLX luxury sedan on November 28, 2012, at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. The new Acura flagship sedan will employ an array of new technologies unique to Acura, including the Precision All Wheel Steer™ system, the next-generation AcuraLink® Communication System, and the all-new Jewel Eye™ LED headlamps to deliver an entirely new level of performance, sophistication and comfort.
***Courtesy of honda.com
Monday, October 15, 2012
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Thursday, October 11, 2012
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
We got the sweetest email from a recent customer the other day and couldn't wait to share it with you all!
"The sales people were so very kind and considerate. We appreciated their integrity and honesty. It was a friendly non-pressure environment. Some dealers hassle the customer with nonsense. We did not experience any discomfort in our dealings.
Jeremy was very knowledgeable on the use and functions of the CRV. He helped set up our iPhone for immediate use. We were impressed with his demeanor and personality. Joel was courteous, congenial and wonderful to us. He took time to visit with us and we felt like we knew him forever. Heidi (financial department) was very nice to work with too. She offered to help us get our Minnesota Title since we are traveling to Texas and this document cannot be forwarded. Heidi will receive the title and we will get a duplicate when we return at Christmas. We truly appreciated her assistance.Our total experience was very satisfying. We love our CRV and will recommend this dealership to everyone we know. This was the BEST dealer we have ever dealt with." - Pam and DonWe got the sweetest email from a recent customer the other day and couldn't wait to share it with you all!
"The sales people were so very kind and considerate. We appreciated their integrity and honesty. It was a friendly non-pressure environment. Some dealers hassle the customer with nonsense. We did not experience any discomfort in our dealings.
Jeremy was very knowledgeable on the use and functions of the CRV. He helped set up our iPhone for immediate use. We were impressed with his demeanor and personality. Joel was courteous, congenial and wonderful to us. He took time to visit with us and we felt like we knew him forever. Heidi (financial department) was very nice to work with too. She offered to help us get our Minnesota Title since we are traveling to Texas and this document cannot be forwarded. Heidi will receive the title and we will get a duplicate when we return at Christmas. We truly appreciated her assistance.Our total experience was very satisfying. We love our CRV and will recommend this dealership to everyone we know. This was the BEST dealer we have ever dealt with." - Pam and DonTuesday, October 9, 2012
Monday, October 8, 2012
Now our service department is open late for your convenience!
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
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Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Honda Launches Corporate Social Responsibility Statement for North America and Accompanying Website
The Corporate Social Responsibility website will showcase Honda's efforts and dedication through four main pillars – environment, diversity, community, and education-- as well as a section detailing "what we believe." Each pillar will feature Honda associates and our community partners sharing programs and initiatives about which they are passionate. Through ongoing blog posts, photos and videos, we hope to highlight the stories of our community partners and share the great work they are doing. We welcome the online community to join in the conversation by commenting, sharing, participating in site surveys and creating content.
CSR Statement for North America
The launch of the CSR website coincides with Honda's announcement of a Corporate Social Responsibility Statement for North America. Reflecting Honda's long-standing humanistic philosophy, the statement affirms the company's stance on key social values, including human rights, working conditions, business ethics, diversity, environmental stewardship and community involvement. The statement highlights Honda's goal of being "a company that society wants to exist."
Honda is well-known for its diverse lineup of quality automobiles under the Honda and Acura nameplates, and for its motorcycles, ATVs, power products, and marine engines. But the company is about far more than creating innovative products that exceed customer expectations. Since its establishment, Honda has been committed to developing technologies that make peoples lives better, and to developing long-lasting partnerships with the communities where we work and live.
Executive Quote
"Our new CSR website gives us a chance to share our efforts to contribute to society, and to shine a light on the admirable work of our valued community partners across North America," said Gary Kessler, senior vice president of Human Resources, Administration and Corporate Affairs. "Our goal is that the CSR website will be a place where people can contribute to an ongoing conversation about strengthening community."
"The key elements of our CSR statement are consistent with deeply held Honda beliefs and practices," said Gary Kessler, senior vice president of Human Resources, Administration and Corporate Affairs. "In a sense, the statement is nothing new for Honda: it reflects our founding company philosophy."
***Courtesy of Honda.com
Monday, October 1, 2012
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