Honda Had Highest Fleet Fuel Economy and Largest Fuel Economy Gain Among Major Full-Line Automakers for Model Year 2012 in New EPA Report

American Honda had the highest fleet-average fuel economy, largest year-over-year fuel economy increase and lowest CO2 emissions of any full-line automaker in the U.S. for model year 2012, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in its just-released fuel-economy trends report, "Light-Duty Automotive Technology, Carbon Dioxide Emissions, and Fuel Economy Trends: 1975 Through 2013."

Among major automakers selling cars, trucks and luxury vehicles in the U.S., American Honda -- including both the Honda and Acura automobile brands -- achieved the highest fleet-average fuel economy of 26.6 miles per gallon for 2012, representing a 9.7 percent, or 2.5 mpg, increase over 2011 results.

Moreover, while achieving top-level fuel economy performance, American Honda also is leading in the area of automobile safety with seven models that achieve a top safety pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety – the 2013 Accord Sedan and Accord Coupe, the 2013 Civic Sedan and Civic Coupe, the 2014 Odyssey minivan, and the 2013 Acura TL performance-luxury sedan, the most of any automaker.

Last month, the 2014 Accord was chosen as the 2013 "Green Car of the Year" by the editor's of Green Car Journal. At 50 mpg, the 2014 Accord Hybrid has the highest EPA city fuel-economy rating of any five-passenger sedan sold in America.

Top 3 Things That Could Get You Pulled Over By the Police

 

As soon as we first get behind the wheel of our first car, we are constantly reminded to drive safe in order to avoid getting pulled over by the police. No matter how careful we are on the road, it is always important to be aware of your surroundings because any brief lapse in judgment or attention could have significant consequences.

With that in mind, here are three things that could get you pulled over:

• Speeding - Probably the most common driver violation. Remember to keep your Fast and Furious impression in video form if you want to avoid a visit by the cops.
• Hazardous Driving - From stop sign and stoplight violations, to improper lane changes and illegal U-turns, dangerous driving will certainly get a cop's attention.
• Equipment Violations - Before you hit the road, make sure all the equipment on your vehicle is working properly. Things like burned-out headlights, broken windshields and expired tags will almost always lead to you getting pulled over.

There's no sure fire way to completely avoid getting pulled over, but if you're aware of what violations the police are looking for, you will be safer on the road. If your car is in need of service, be sure to schedule a service appointment online.

Winter Weather Is Almost Here, Is Your Car Ready?

Have you prepared your car for the winter weather that’s fast approaching? Here are some tips to make sure you are fully prepared for whatever this year’s winter weather decides to throw at you.

Regular Maintenance

Now’s the time to get your car up to speed on all of its regular maintenance. That means taking care of any fluids that may have been neglected while you were out enjoying the summer sun or going in for that 60,000-mile tune-up if you’re due. Check, change and/or top off your oil, coolant, brakes and transmission fluid as needed. In the case of your oil or automatic transmission, make sure you get a high-quality filter, too.

When looking at your car’s brakes, check to see if your rotors are warped or cracked. Do they have deep grooves or are the pads worn close to their minimum clearance? Your vehicle will be experiencing harsher conditions soon, so avoid any potential problems as soon as possible. Make sure all your lights are working properly to ensure good visibility. New bulbs are easy to install yourself or easy to have installed when getting your vehicle serviced. The same goes for windshield wipers. If your blades are more than six months old, odds are it’s time to swap them out for new ones.

Check Your Tires

Go ahead and have your tires rotated and inspected. The last thing you need in cold, wet weather is to be driving on bald or dry rotted tires.

Consider looking into snow (or winter) tires, depending on your location or length of time you’ll be spending in the snow. Winter tires are made with special low temperature resilient rubber compounds and have deep treads that grip unplowed snow and ice.

Don’t forget to make sure your spare tire has enough air in it. Once you’ve made sure everything looks good, take a look at your tire pressure.

Stock Your Car

Stranded by the side of the road can be dangerous in the best of conditions, but when sub-zero temperatures or bad weather is involved, it could become deadly. Carrying these supplies is essential:

- a blanket
- jumper cables
- a flashlight
- chains
- a first-aid kit
- a small knife
- flares
- water gloves
- small shovel
- waterproof matches
- ice scraper
- a bag of sand or kitty litter to help provide traction if your car is stuck in the snow

What your favorite Halloween treat says about your TASTE in cars.

Candy Corn: One thing is for certain, it just wouldn’t be Halloween without candy corn!  The classic choice!  You’ve got a timeless sense of style, which means you and the Accord are meant to be. 

Toasted pumpkin seeds: Watch out-- a no-nonsense person like you should be cruising in a truck!  You are sharp, tough, and you don’t sugarcoat anything.

Sugar Daddies:  Looking for a sweet fix that’s sure to “stick around?”  You deserve a ride that you can count on for years to come!  The Civic is the car for you! 

Caramel Apples: Not only are you fashion-conscious, you’re a ton of fun and always up for trying something new!  Your biting sense of humor makes you a treat to be around.  You belong behind the wheel of a Pilot. 

King-Sized Candy Bar: You’ve hit the mother-load!  A busy schedule like yours requires lots of space—See how the Odyssey fits you.

Car Tip of the Week: Don’t forget to flush.

Coolant-antifreeze eventually degrades and becomes contaminated. Flush it from your cooling system as recommended in your manual (typically every two years; every five years for newer coolants). Failing to do so can damage your radiator, clog your heater core, and cause the thermostat and water pump to fail.

Affordable, lightweight Honda roadster revival in the works?

GTChannel is reporting that a new, small, lightweight, quick successor to the Honda S2000 is being "seriously considered." Get the real scoop for Auto Blog here.

105-year-old Facebook user Gifted New Car!

California's oldest driver, 105-year-old Edythe Kirchmaier, received a big surprise when she was gifted a brand new car from an anonymous fan. Check out the full story now.

Don't Miss Out on the 2013 Honda Accord EX Sedan

Time for a new car? This luxurious and modern vehicle is just what you need. The 2013 Honda Accord EX Sedan is sure to please with all of its great features. Don't just sit there, come in to White Plains Honda today for a test drive.

Visit White Plains Honda inventory page for more information or call our sales department at (877) 835-7244.

Why the Civic is called the "Civic."

According to Webster’s dictionary, the word “civic” means “of or relating to a citizen, a city, citizenship or civil affairs.” And so it was that the Honda Civic made its world debut in 1972, a year of great advancement in motorization in Japan. As its name suggests, the Civic incorporated Honda’s wish to create “a car for all people, a car for the world.” Ever since, the Civic has embodied Honda’s challenging spirit, always ahead of the pack and always delivering new levels of value. Now, 33 years since its launch, the Civic is sold in approximately 160 nations and regions worldwide. The Civic is truly a car for the global citizen and continues to earn the support and love of people around the world.
 

Courtesy of Honda Worldwide

Click here to check out our amazing selection of Civics and other Hondas!

Here are the top 2 car washes in the area!

Nobody likes driving around in a dirty car!  We did some research to find the top rated car washes in the area.  Keep your car looking brand-new with one of these local washes!

1.  High Marques Auto Salon

     125 Westchester Ave
     White Plains, NY 10601

2.  Exclusive Auto Spa

     14 Haven St
     Elmsford, NY 10523

Too much junk in the trunk, could mean less MPG for thee.

Is the trunk of your car always full?  Well, that could be affecting you vehicle's fuel efficiency!  The more your car or trucks weighs, the harder it has to work to keep you moving down the road and that means it needs to burn more fuel.  By cleaning out your vehicle and keeping its weight at a minimum you can ensure that your vehicle will get optimal fuel efficiency.

Also, don’t forget to have your vehicle inspected regularly.  Click here to make a service appointment with us today!

Thank you very much for the excellent review, Paulo!

(5) Star Review on Yelp

• "We'll definitely recommend WHITE PLAINS HONDA!!" -Paulo V.

Our sincerest thanks to the two customers who wrote these wonderful reviews!

Two (5)-Star Reviews on Yelp

• "It was my first time buying a car & Taylor was personable, helpful & professional." -Melanie 
• "As it has been for the past 2 years, service at White Plains Honda has been excellent." -Jorge

A very big thank you to the author of this wonderful review!

(5) Star Review on DealerRater

• "After two car purchases from him I don't want to deal with anyone else!!!! Thanks White Plains Honda, loving my new CRV" -Carmoncrv

Our sincerest thanks to Pamela for this wonderful review! Great work, Enrique!

(4) Star Review on Yahoo! Local

• "My dealer Enrique was polite and very helpful." -Pamela

A very sincere thank you to the author of this outstanding review!

(5) Star Review on DealerRater

• "Keith was professional, knowledgeable, and seemed more like a kind neighbor giving advice than a car salesman." -Dallarac

Our sincerest thanks to the author of this wonderful review! Keep up the great work, Keith!

(5) Star Review on Edmunds

• "Keith A. was a great no pressure salesman. Made you feel like you were family. Very knowledgeable." -gmedici

If you need service done on your vehicle now is the time! Come in by Sunday with this eCoupon and get 10% off your service needs!

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A very big thank you to the author of this great review! Keep up the outstanding work, team!

(4.8) Star Review on DealerRater

• "Thomas was great to work with.....The manager and finance dept were excellent!!!" -Tyshawnya

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(5) Star Review on DealerRater

• "They did a great job and I purchased the car I wanted.  Sales person, Alex , was so friendly." -osberk

Thank you very much for this oustanding review, Martinez! Great job, Brandi!

(4) Star Review on Yelp

• "This is the second time I purchased a vehicle from White Plains Honda and both times I had the PLEASURE of working with the Delivery Coordinator,  BRANDI ROBINSON." -Martinez H.

Enjoy This Old Honda Commercial for Throwback Thursday - and, "No pinch!"

A crab and a car, and a conversation, for your enjoyment on this Throwback Thursday!

Come see this Certified 2009 Honda Accord 2.4 EX Coupe at White Plains Honda today!

Come see this hot little number while it lasts! Fuel efficient, beautiful, a real head turner! Click HERE to see details and get your Internet price now.

What is Maintenance Minder?

What does the lighted wrench on your MID or dashboard mean? Its just one component of the Maintenance Minder system which calculates when you should have your next service. Watch the video for a quick explanation of the system and how it can help you keep your vehicle in prime condition.

Maintenance Tip Monday

Wheels and tires

Rotate your tires!

Every 5,000 miles or 8,000km, rotate your tires.

Clean brake dust off regularly

Brake dust contains all sorts of nasty stuff. If you leave it too long, the combination of road grime, moisture and heat from your brakes will bake it on to your wheels. Brake dust normally clings to wheels with static electricity so a damp sponge and clean cold water is the best way to get it off.

Check your tire pressures

Check your tire pressures regularly - once a week is ideal. Bad tire pressures can affect fuel economy, handling and comfort. It's easy to do and there is no excuse not to.

Check your tread depth

Bald, slick tires might be good for motor racing but they're no good on the road. Most tires come with tread wear bars built into them now - find one, examine it and if your tread is too low, replace your tires. Four new tires might seem expensive but they're cheaper than a fine or an accident.

Courtesy of Carbibles.com

Thank you, Ken, for the great review of White Plains Honda on DealerRater!

"My experience was rewarding from start to finish." -Ken K.

Ken, thank you so much for the wonderful 5-star review of White Plains Honda! Click HERE to see this review with our other wonderful ones. Remember to Like us on Facebook and Follow us on Twitter to get specials and dealership exclusives.

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Gov. Cuomo announces tougher penalties for texting while driving

NEW YORK - Gov. Andrew Cuomo has announced tougher penalties for drivers caught texting behind the wheel.

Drivers caught texting while driving will get five points on their license – an increase from the current penalty of three points. Cuomo is also backing legislation that would see drivers with junior or probation licenses receive a 60-day suspension for texting.

"We want the message to be very clear to young drivers,” says the governor. “Don't do it. Don't think about doing it. And if they are doing it - we want to catch them when they're young.”

The governor has called for a summerlong crackdown on texting while driving. State police have been ordered to increase patrols and will be out in force starting this weekend. The new penalties take effect Saturday.

Courtesy of News 12 Long Island

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Our sincerest thanks to the author of this outstanding review!

"Recommends" Review on Citysearch

• "We interacted with several of the staff here and they really made the car buying experience quite pleasant." -D. F.

Honda Accord, Odyssey and CR-V Named to KBB.com's 10 Best Family Cars of 2013

The 2013 Honda Accord, Odyssey and CR-V were all named to KBB.com's list of the 10 Best Family Cars of 2013. The three family-friendly Honda models were recognized for their leadership in the key areas of safety, roominess, comfort and value.

"Honda prides itself in designing vehicles around the needs of our customers," said Art St. Cyr, vice president of product planning and logistics at American Honda. "There's no better validation for this effort than being recognized for having vehicles that excel in the areas critical to the family buyer."

All-new for 2013, the Honda Accord was the top ranked sedan on KBB.com's list of family vehicles and had the lowest 5-Year Cost to Own(1) among the ten recognized vehicles. KBB.com editors applauded the new Accord for its stylish exterior, fuel-efficient powertrains and available features like the LaneWatch™ blind spot display. The Accord also earns industry-leading safety scores, having been rated as a TOP SAFETY PICK+ by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and distinguished by a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) 5-star Overall Vehicle Score.(2)

The 2013 Honda Odyssey was the top rated minivan on the list, continuing to lead its class in fuel economy and safety ratings, while providing spacious accommodations for up to eight passengers. The Odyssey Touring is rated at a remarkable 28 mpg(3), the highest EPA highway fuel economy rating of any eight-passenger minivan. The Odyssey is rated as an IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK, and the Odyssey has earned the best possible overall safety rating from NHTSA with a 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score.(2)

Rounding out the selection of Honda vehicles recognized was the 2013 Honda CR-V, which achieved the highest KBB.com 60-Month Residual Value(4) among the ten recognized vehicles. The CR-V is rated by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) as a TOP SAFETY PICK and is distinguished by a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) 5-star Overall Vehicle Score.(2) Compact on the outside and roomy inside, the CR-V represents an unparalleled balance of size and capability ideal for families.

(1) Kelley Blue Book® 5-Year Cost to Own sourced by KBB.com on April 25, 2013.
(2) Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). Model tested with standard side airbags (SABs). Vehicles tested under the new program cannot be compared to MY10 and earlier vehicles.
(3) Based on 2013 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
(4) Kelley Blue Book® Residual Values sourced from KBB.com's May/June 2013 book.

Courtesy of Honda Media Newsroom

Thank you very much for the wonderful review, Andre!

(5) Star Review on DealerRater

• "I would recommend anyone to do business with White Plains Honda and to work with Ivan." -Andre R.

A very big thank you to Claudia for this wonderful review! Great work, Keith!

(5) Star Review on DealerRater

• "Keith Johnson was an excellent guide to buying our car. He was extremely helpful and pleasant to deal with." -claudiaroux

Throwback Thursday: Old School or New School, which would you pick?

Honda Rocks the Summer's Biggest Music Festivals

Honda returns to support the biggest music festivals of the summer with major sponsorships at three premier events: Sasquatch! (May 24-27) at the Gorge in George, WA, Governors Ball in New York City (June 7-9) and Austin City Limits Music Festival in Austin, TX, (Oct. 4-6; 11-13). As part of the festival support, Honda is offering the opportunity to win a 2013 Civic Sedan and VIP festival passes as well as the return of the popular Honda Photobooth. Honda is also encouraging attendees to connect with other music fans, share their festival experience, including photos, fashions, set lists and musings with the #HondaStage hashtag on social media channels in addition to Honda-branded Facebook and Twitter pages.

"Here at Honda we are just as passionate about music as our owners and being a part of these festivals allows us to connect with them in an authentic way," said Mike Accavitti, Senior Vice President of Auto Operations for American Honda Motor Co.,Inc. "Honda has been a mainstay at the biggest summer festivals for more than five years and once again, attendees can expect that the Honda Stage will host the best and brightest bands in the country."

Honda returns to the Sasquatch! Music Festival for the fourth year with platinum-selling artists Vampire Weekend and Primus 3D playing the Honda Stage. For the second year, Honda joins the Governors Ball Music Festival in New York City, with the Honda Stage featuring Pretty Lights, NAS, The Lumineers and The Avett Brothers. After years of consecutive of sell-out crowds, the Austin City Limits Music Festival expands to two weekends with Honda returning as a sponsor for the fifth consecutive year.

For more information on the opportunity to win a 2013 Civic Sedan and VIP passes to Sasquatch!, Governors Ball or Austin City Limits Music Festival, visit http://Honda.us/Music. For complete rules on the 2013 Honda Civic Sedan giveaway, visit: https://music.honda.com/fbsweeps/rules/Honda-Music-Festival.

Courtesy of Honda Media Newsroom

Looking for a sporty new ride to zip around in this summer? Then come to White Plains Honda today and test drive this 2012 CR-Z in North Shore Blue Pearl.

Click here for more details on this 2012 CR-Z!