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Excitement Meets Efficiency with VCM.

Accord V-6 models with the 6-speed automatic transmission feature Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®) for the best of both worlds.

The 2013 Accord’s new, more powerful V-6 can also stretch fuel further with an overall improvement in fuel efficiency compared to the outgoing model. Plus, it offers greater smoothness and more consistent power delivery than the turbocharged 4-cylinder engines in some competitive cars.

How does VCM work? During startup, aggressive acceleration or when climbing hills – any time high power output is required – the engine operates on all six cylinders. During moderate-speed cruising and at low or moderate engine loads, the system operates on a reduced number of cylinders.

The VCM system can change the working displacement of the engine to match the driving requirements from moment to moment. It’s like having a small engine when you only need a little power and a big engine when you really need to move. Since the system automatically closes both the intake and exhaust valves of the cylinders that are not used, pumping losses associated with intake and exhaust are eliminated and fuel efficiency gets a further boost.

The VCM system combines maximum performance and maximum fuel efficiency – two characteristics that don’t happily coexist in conventional engines. Glad to say they get along just fine in the new Accord V-6 automatic.

Courtesy of 2013HondaAccordLaunch.com

Thank you Angela, for sharing your kind words with us! Great job team!

White Plains Honda - (5) Star Review on DealerRater

• The personal attention and helpful, friendly service given by Keith Johnson made me immediately comfortable . It was an honest approach to getting me what I WANTED without the pressure of pushing for a more expensive model of the car that I was looking to purchase. -Angela G.
  

Honda engineer Shubho Bhattacharya, inspired by his belief that global warming is one of the greatest challenges facing mankind today, developed technology to reduce energy in the auto body-painting process.

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A huge thank you to the author of this glowing review! Keep up the great work team!

White Plains Honda - (5) Star Review on DealerRater

• We had a great experience buying our new Honda FIT from White Plains Honda and dealing with all the people we worked with there -- who were extremely professional, knowledgeable, courteous and obviously take the idea of customer care and service very seriously. I will gladly recommend this dealership to everyone I know or meet who mentions that they are shopping for a new car, and will specifically refer them to Donna Ann Lozinsky and James Blloshmi. We initially worked with James, and when he had to go out of town Donna took over -- and took very good care of us, even picking us up at our home and driving us to the dealership on the day we took possession of our new Honda. We give them both very high marks. And the same goes for Kurt Schon, who's the liveliest and most personable Finance/Business Manager we've ever encountered at an auto dealership. -Rosen
  

Asimo has a friend! Honda debuts Miimo robotic lawnmower

People who know me say that if it weren't for Autoblog, I'd probably be running a site called Mowerblog. I'm unusual in that lawn mowing, to me, is a form of relaxation, a hobby like knitting or racquetball is for someone else. As such, I try to buy the best equipment, and that means there's a Honda mower in my garage.

You didn't know? The company that builds the Accord and Civic are to lawn mowers what Lamborghini is to cars. But today, Honda has introduced a new mower called Miimo that takes me out of the equation entirely. Miimo is an autonomous robotic mower that Honda will be selling in the European market only (for now) starting in 2013.

Miimo runs on power supplied by its lithium-ion battery pack and, just like a Roomba robotic vacuum, will return to its charging station for a fresh batch of electrons when it runs out. Upon purchase, an authorized installer will set up the charging station, as well as run the boundary wire around the perimeter of the yard in which Miimo has to stay. The mower can operate in a random pattern (again, like a Roomba), a directional mode where it mows back and forth in lines, or a combination of the two. As for safety, Miimo has bump sensors so it won't break any potted plants, and if lifted off the ground, its blades will automatically stop and starting up again requires entering a unique PIN number.

Miimo will come in two models, 300 and 500, which refer to their maximum perimeter cuts, and according to Honda, a 500 can mow up to 3,000 square meters or three quarters of an acre. Honda hasn't mentioned pricing, but going by the cost of its push mowers in the U.S., Europeans should expect to pay a premium for giving Asimo's best friend a home.

Will the Miimo replace my HRX217VKA? Probably not anytime soon. While the market for robotic lawnmowers is growing, especially with green-conscious homeowners searching for less-polluting lawn care equipment, human supervision is still required and, at least for people like me, buying a Miimo would mean giving up those precious few hours a week where I can't hear the rest of the world over the sound of the blades.

Courtesy of AutoBlog.com

The all-new Accord takes Honda’s exterior styling in a fresh, athletic direction! Read the new fact about the all-new 2013 Honda Accord below!

Just wait until you see it - in color!

Every new Accord features a big, full-color intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID), so it’s easy to access a wide range of useful information.

The great-looking i-MID is the focal point of Accord’s instrument panel and gives the interior an upscale, advanced feel. It’s very cool, but you’ll just have to be patient until we can show you what it looks like (come back to the launch website after September 5th). Trust us. It’s a colorful example of the car’s much greater standard feature content in every model grade.

Courtesy of 2013HondaAccordLaunch.com

Honda Offers a Peek at '13 Accord

The redesigned 2013 Honda Accord that goes on sale this fall will be shorter and will get a new engine family and a continuously variable transmission – huge changes for a car that has slipped against its midsized sedan rivals.

Honda released the first images of the production version of the Accord sedan and coupe last week but provided few new details about the models.

The two photos released show door sculpting and a rear-window kink at the C-pillar that resemble the styling of BMW's latest 3-Series. But the front and rear fascias clearly signal a Honda.

The car's wheelbase will remain the same, but its overall length will shrink. Still, Honda says the 2013 Accord will offer more passenger and cargo room than the outgoing car.

Honda needs the Accord to be a hit. It used to be a solid No. 2 behind the Toyota Camry among cars in the United States. But the Nissan Altima is close on the Accord's heels, albeit with hefty fleet sales. And the Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima, Ford Fusion and Chevrolet Malibu have taken retail market share from Honda.

Meanwhile, Honda's interest-rate and lease incentives have soared as high as $4,500 per unit during the sell-down of the outgoing Accord, according to TrueCar.

Along with sportier styling, the 2013 Accord introduces new technology for Honda. The new Earth Dreams engines offer improved output and fuel economy and lower emissions. They have direct injection and double overhead cams.

The base engine will be a 2.4-liter inline-four with more than 181 horsepower and 177 foot-pounds of torque. That means a slight horsepower increase over the outgoing base model, but considerably more torque, with at least 10 percent better fuel economy, Honda engineers have said.

All four-cylinder versions of the Accord with an automatic transmission will have a CVT. The decision could prove to be a gamble because CVTs have not been widely accepted by American buyers and have had reliability problems in some vehicles.

But maybe the biggest question looming – in an era of cost-cutting necessitated by the strong Japanese yen – is what the Accord looks like inside. A repeat of the current Civic's overly plastic interior will not sit well with U.S. customers.

Honda did not release images of the 2013 Accord's interior, but Honda sources say the cabin is an improvement from the current generation."

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All-New 2013 Honda Accord Unveiling Ceremony

On Monday, Aug. 20, Honda will host an event to mark the production launch of the all-new 2013 Honda Accord at the Marysville Auto Plant.

Media attending the event will have the opportunity to interview Honda leadership, the Accord new-model team and government leaders.

Launch of the new Accord is taking place as we prepare to celebrate 30 years of Honda auto production in North America, which started in Ohio at the Marysville Auto plant on Nov. 1, 1982. Historical generations of the Honda Accord will be on display during this event.

Production Line-Off Event

1:00 pm Reception at Honda Hall
Media Interviews with Honda leadership, Accord New Model Team
Plant access for interviews and to shoot video and photos

1:30 Accord Walk-Around Event Mike Fischer, Accord New Model Leader

2:00 Media escorted to Marysville Auto Plant

2:30 Plant Launch Ceremony, followed by media scrum

Interviews
Hide Iwata President & CEO, Honda of America Mfg.
Jeff Tomko Plant Manager, Marysville Auto Plant
Mike Fischer Accord New Model Leader

Location
Off U.S. 33, northwest of Columbus in Union County
Marysville Auto Plant
24000 Honda Parkway
Marysville, Ohio 43040 Enter at Gate B and proceed to the Honda Operations Office

Courtesy of Honda Media Newsroom

Hey fans! When the roads get wet driving conditions can get dangerous, here is a tip to help you in case you ever get stuck in a skid!

Handling a Skid

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  Losing control of your car on wet pavement is a frightening experience. You can prevent skids by driving slowly and carefully, especially on curves. Brake before entering the curves. Steer and brake with a light touch. If you find yourself in a skid, remain calm, ease your foot off the gas, and carefully steer in the direction you want the front of the car to go. This procedure, known as "steering into the skid," will bring the back end of your car in line with the front. For cars without anti-lock brakes, avoid using your brakes. If your car has ABS, brake firmly as you "steer into the skid."

Another 5-Star review for White Plains Honda! Keep up the great work team!

White Plains Honda - (5) Star Review on DealerRater

• it was a great experience to buy a car from white plains honda. This is my second car from them. Sales person ALEX VARGAS is such a nice person and very co-operative with his clients. I will recommend everyone to go and buy car from them. -akifmateen1

All-New 2013 Honda Accord Will Debut with Premium and Sophisticated Exterior Styling

Honda today revealed the first images of the much anticipated all-new 2013 Honda Accord Sedan and Accord Coupe, set to go on sale this fall. The most sculpted Accord ever delivers an even more spacious and luxurious passenger cabin wrapped in an upscale, sophisticated exterior designed to stand the test of time.

The 2013 Accord's styling is expressive, sophisticated and premium. Starting in the front, a bold new grille imparts a distinctive and dynamic tension that complements the powerful look of the hood's multiple styling lines. A strong side character line flows through the door handles and flares upward toward the rear of the vehicle to further convey a sense of motion. A deep contour in the rocker panel firmly grounds its visual presence to the road and smartly turns upward to convey a sporty attitude. In the back, the inward slope where the fenders taper into the trunk and C-pillars is designed to convey a powerful, athletic stance from the rear.

True to the spirit of Honda and every Accord before it, the ninth-generation embraces a customer focus from the inside out. Smart interior packaging allows for increased passenger and cargo space in both the sedan and the coupe, while the overall exterior lengths are noticeably shortened, contributing to a sportier driving character and easier parking. An expansive greenhouse and generous rear seating area provide excellent levels of visibility and comfort for the driver and all passengers.

"This car is the most sculpted and the most dynamic Accord yet," said Vicki Poponi, assistant vice president of product planning for American Honda. "Following Honda's long-held philosophy of 'man maximum, machine minimum,' the beautiful exterior evolved from a focus on interior space and the needs of the people inside it."

On the road, an overall aerodynamic shape combined with low-drag exterior surfaces including nearly flush windshield glass, flush-mounted windshield wipers and careful under-body tailoring promise enhanced fuel efficiency. Premium details like available LED daytime running lights, headlights and taillights hint at the sophisticated technology and luxury available inside.

Courtesy of Honda Media Newsroom

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Marsha, many thanks for your kind words! Great job Marcell!

White Plains Honda - (4) Star Review on Yelp

• Thank you soooo much Marcell.  I only have to use his first name because he stands out above the rest.  Marcell took the time to help me understand my contract and was extremely patient.  If you looking to purchase a car and need a great sales man, go see Marcell at WP Honda.  He will have you leaving satisfied and with a smile.  Thank you Marcell. -Marsha Y.

Another home-run review for White Plains Honda! Way to go James, keep up the great work!

White Plains Honda - (5) Star Review on DealerRater

• Because I got excellent service on all fronts.I had gone to the vehicle appraised and return to the dealer at a later time if there is a good offer and you know I left the dealer with a new car within less than one and a half hours. So I recommend this dealership and especially the salesman---James Blloshmi----I shall definitely recommend. -satishshreedhar

How to Select the Best New Honda for You

Honda offers an exciting line of cars to suit your needs. Determining the best car for you is a matter well worth investigating. If you are like most consumers, you want a car that will last as long as it can. Honda is a great way to go, they are known for their longevity and performance. However, you will want to make sure your new Honda is exactly what you need. Below you will learn how to select the best new Honda for you.

Questions to Ask Yourself

If you were a salesperson, you would ask a potential customer a series of questions to help them find what they need. The car experts at Edmunds.com suggest you be your own salesperson and conduct an interview with yourself. Ask yourself the following questions:

·        Will I ever be towing anything?

·        Do I have restricted parking options?

·        Do I prefer a manual or automatic transmission?

·        Would I benefit from four-wheel or all-wheel drive?

·        How much cargo capacity do I need?

·        How much power do I need?

·        How will I be using my new car?

Your answers will help you form an idea of the best Honda for you. For example, if you only have a compact garage and will primarily be going to and from work, an SUV would not be a good fit. You will be better off with one of Honda’s many compact cars. If you would like an actual salesperson to ask you more questions, head down to White Plains Honda, or your closest Honda dealer, to receive more assistance.

What Car Type is best for me?

The above questions have helped you narrow your options to come up with an idea of what you would like in a car. Honda offers a wide variety of cars. Car and Driver, a respected organization that rates automobiles, suggests you consider which type of car best suits your needs. Below are several popular types of cars:

·         Hatchback–Hatchbacks have a fifth door, which is called the hatchback. These vehicles offer more expanded cargo space than a sedan, but usually have an undesirable fuel economy rating.

·         Sedan–Honda offers several sedans. A sedan is essentially a four-door car, which is perfect for a small family. They usually offer impressive trunk space for groceries, and their four doors make loading and unloading the family a breeze.

·         Coupe–The main difference between a coupe and a sedan is the number of doors. A coupe can be difficult for a family, and is ideal for someone who does not anticipate regularly having extra passengers. Coupes are generally stylish and eye-catching.

·         SUV–This type of car has become increasingly popular over the past few years as it allows for plenty of passengers, has extended cargo space and can tow a boat or trailer. While all of this sounds great, the exchange is increased fuel economy. You’ll be paying more to get from point A to point B compared to any other type of car.

·         Minivan–A minivan is the classic family car. In the past, they were unexciting and boring. These days, Honda’s line of minivans is extremely luxurious and can comfortably seat five to seven passengers. They also have better gas mileage than SUVs.

By comparing your answers to the above questions with the various types of cars available, you will be able to select the best new Honda for you. Take your time with this decision—it is an important one!

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Hey fans! Since it is Monday, here is a maintenance tip to help you get safely home after nightfall.

Avoid glare

Instead of looking at oncoming headlights, look toward the right side of the road and watch the white line marking the outside edge of the traffic lane. When headlights from vehicles following you reflect in your rearview mirror, use the "day-night" feature on the mirror or adjust your mirror to cut out as much of the light as possible.

Another outstanding review of the fantastic service offered at White Plains Honda! Great job Marsel!

White Plains Honda - (5) Star Review on Yelp

• Sales associate Marsel Paloka was very helpful.  From the moment I walked in he was able to answer all my questions.  He was quite knowledgeable about the cars and their safety features and was even able to help me trade in a 2001 Honda.  The service was fantastic and I would recommend any one who wants to purchase a car to check White Plains Honda! -O H.

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White Plains Honda - Four (5) Star Reviews on DealerRater

• The moment I walked in the door to this dealership I felt comfortable. Brandi Robinson was so friendly and such a pleasure to speak with. She knows her stuff and had absolutely no problem explaining the features on my new Accord to me!! Nelson Munoz was also very helpful in terms of car talk and understanding what I was now the proud owner of.
  All in all this dealship is filled with friendly people who have no problem answering your questions and finding you something that best suits your needs. I wouldn't buy a Honda from any place else! Scouts honor!!! -Ashvedo

• I LOVE this dealership! I've bought 2 cars from Ivy Tellez. Both times she was very professional and helpful. My daughter is soon to need a car, and without thinking twice, I will get the car from White Plains Honda. -William505

• I came into the dealership shopping around for the Crv navigation 2012. They were the second dealership I visited. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Specifically, Brandi Robinson gave me a full overview of my vehicle and answered all of my questions. Typically other dealerships close the deal and you drive off the lot without truly knowing all the features of the car. She sat with me and went over everything. This is just that special touch that makes this dealership stand out amongst the rest. She's professional - yet sweet and very personable. The general manager Nelson Munoz was also very hands on which is something you don't see very often at a dealership. I'd recommend Honda of White Plains to anyone. -Soccer Mom3

• It was a pleasure working with White Plains Honda. They made my experience effortless and met all my expectations. James addressed my concerns and accommodated my price point and specifications. I would recommend this dealership for anyone looking to lease or purchase a new Honda. -Megan C.