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For a historic and record-breaking 36th time, the Honda Accord has found itself on Car and Driver’s 10Best Award list this year. The Honda Accord has long found itself on this prestigious list, however, landing on it for the 36th time is a true marvel to behold. Honda is the most winningest brand in Car and Driver 10Best history, with at least one Honda vehicle making it to the prestigious list every year since its inception in 1983, making a total of 66 awards. Known for their incredible reliability and outstanding value, its no surprise that Honda has once again found itself topping Car and Driver’s 10Best Award list for the 36th time. Earning a spot on Car and Driver’s 10Best Award list is no easy feat, as it is comprised of the best cars, trucks, and SUVs available on the market, and competition is quite fierce. Despite such fierce competition, Honda, and more specifically the Accord, finds itself at the top of that list year after year. The Accord performs at such a high level, even the team at Car and Driver finds it hard to resist recommending. "Year after year we find ourselves recommending the Honda Accord to friends and family looking for a fun-to-drive, safe and fuel-efficient sedan," said Eddie Alterman, Chief Brand Officer of Car and Driver. "Refined, dynamically engaging, and affordable, the 2022 Honda Accord is the benchmark of the midsize sedan class. Congratulations to Honda on Accord's impressive winning streak." Honda holds Car and Driver’s 10Best list in quite a high regard, seeing it as a list that even represents the same core values that Honda does. This is evidenced by a quote from Honda’s Vice President of National Sales, Michael Kistemaker, as he is quoted as saying — "At Honda, we have long appreciated Car and Driver 's recognition of its own core values in our Honda Accord –intelligence, irreverence, and independence. It helps that Accord also happens to be fun-to-drive, safe, and fuel-efficient...Thank you to the editors of Car and Driver for honoring the Accord for a record 36th year. It never gets old.” In order to keep themselves appearing at the top of Car and Driver’s 10Best list, Honda has always flowed with the times, keeping their vehicles on the cutting edge of technology and design trends. Keeping the Accord up with the times, Honda has replaced the EX trim level on the Accord Hybrid, with the new and exciting Sport trim level. Some of the key features on the new Accord Hybrid Sport include the following: 19-inch alloy wheels LED Headlamps LED Fog Lights A black rear spoiler Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration Heated front seats Sirius XM Radio An 8-speaker audio system Sport pedals With so many exciting new additions and features, it’s easy to see why the Honda Accord is consistently rated by Car and Driver as one of the best cars available on the market, year after year. However, the Accord hasn’t just built its name based on the features and technology it offers, its name is built upon a strong foundation of performance and reliability. Reliability is one of Honda’s strong suits, as they have been known to produce some of the most reliable and longest-lasting vehicles on the market today. Honda has not strayed from this mindset, as they are offering some of the most reliable powertrains their cars have ever had in them. The 2022 Honda Accord made its way to the top of Car and Driver’s 10Best list thanks to these three wonderful and reliable powertrains: A 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine and CVT transmission; capable of 192-horsepower. A 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine and 10-speed automatic; capable of 252-horsepower. A 2-motor hybrid powertrain; capable of 212-horsepower and up to 48mpg combined. These ultra-reliable and high-performing powertrains helped propel the 2022 Honda Accord to the top of Car and Driver’s 10Best list, and it’s no secret as to why. Honda’s efforts on the 2022 Accord have once again set the bar for other cars in the midsize sedan segment, a segment that Honda has long dominated. For the last 50 years, the Honda Accord has been one of America’s best-selling cars, selling over 14 million units in the United States, with over 12 million of those units being made right here in the U.S. Are you located in Cape May Court House or the surrounding areas, and looking to get your hands on the award-winning 2022 Honda Accord? Then Avalon Honda is the Honda dealer for you, as we keep the largest inventory of new, pre-owned, and certified pre-owned Hondas in the Cape May Court House area. Stop in today and speak with one of our sales professionals about test driving the award-winning 2022 Honda Accord, as it was voted into Car and Driver’s 10Best list for the 36th time in its illustrious history. If you want the best deals on Honda cars in the Cape May Court House area, they can be had right here at Avalon Honda today! Source Article: Honda Newsroom

Winter is coming! That means it’s time to start preparing your vehicle for the cold temperatures and harsh weather to come. With harsh weather and cold temperatures comes car problems that could leave you out in the cold. Ensure you and your vehicle make it through the winter without any hiccups by following these wonderful tips on winterizing your vehicle. Not ready to winterize your vehicle on your own? Avalon Honda can help, as our service and parts professionals have the knowledge and product to help you keep your vehicle in tip-top shape during the winter months. Batteries Need Attention, Too One of the best ways to ensure you and your vehicle survive the winter is to check and maintain your battery. The battery in your vehicle is one of the most important parts of your car, as it not only helps the vehicle start-up, but it keeps all of the accessories running, including that precious heat system. As the temperatures drop outside, so does the cranking power and charge of your battery, so make sure to constantly check your battery to ensure it’s operating effectively. Checking the charge level on your battery is simple, just bring it to the service center here at Avalon Honda and one of our technicians can perform a voltage check on your battery. This voltage check can alert you to upcoming issues with your battery, as well as tell you if it needs to be serviced or replaced entirely. If you need to replace your battery, the technicians here at Avalon Honda can have a new one installed in your vehicle swiftly, and at a great price too! Avoid breaking out the jumper cables by having your battery checked before the winter comes, it could be the difference between a smooth winter ride and being stranded in a cold vehicle. Stop by Avalon Honda Service Center today to have your battery tested, serviced, or replaced. Check Those Tires A good set of tires goes a long way during the cold season, as it helps keep your vehicle on the road and under control during heavy braking. Before you embark on a winter journey, make sure to check out your tires, the cold months can cause cracking in the rubber, and low tread levels can be disastrous in icy conditions. Opting for a solid set of winter tires is also a fantastic way to stay safe while driving during the cold months, as they perform better in cold weather and icy conditions. Have your tires inspected, serviced or replaced in our service center, here at Avalon Honda located in Cape May Court House, NJ today! Wiper Blades Are you having a hard time seeing through the ice and the snow? Maybe it’s time to change out your wiper blades, so they can perform better for you this winter. There is nothing worse than trying to navigate a winter storm with streaky windshield wipers that miss large parts of your windshield. Most folks tend to overlook their windshield wipers when it comes to basic maintenance, only to scramble to replace them once winter hits and they can’t see through the blizzard. Routinely checking your windshield wiper blades for wear and tear is a great way to catch problems before they arise. Another good way to ensure long life out of your windshield wiper blades is to lift them off the car before a winter storm comes, this will prevent the rubber from getting frozen to the windshield while the vehicle sits. Avoid using your wiper blades as a means of clearing ice from your windshield, as this can cause premature wear and tear on your wiper blades. Keep your windshield clean and free of debris with a set of fresh wiper blades, installed by the professionals here at Avalon Honda. Top Off Your Fluids Keeping up with your fluid levels is always important when you own a vehicle, doubly so for those that live in places with harsh winter months. A car that lacks the proper levels of fluids will struggle to perform at its peak, making daily driving a hassle and potentially even dangerous. Some fluids to keep an eye on are: Coolant (Anti-Freeze): This fluid not only keeps your engine running at optimal temperatures, but it also helps keep fluids in the vehicle from freezing during the winter as well. Coolant goes in your coolant reservoir and runs throughout the engine to provide cooling, but it also can be added to your washer fluid to prevent those lines from freezing as well. Coolant is one of the most important fluids to monitor in your vehicle. Engine Oil: It may seem obvious, but having the proper level of oil in your vehicle is extremely important in keeping your engine and car running. Engine oil lubricates the necessary parts of the engine so it can run smoothly, as metal on metal doesn’t bode well for the life of your engine. Engine oil behaves differently in extremely cold temperatures, therefore you may need to use a special blend during the winter months. If you need help determining which engine oil is right for your vehicle, speak with one of our service technicians here at Avalon Honda today! Washer Fluid: Although washer fluid may not be the first fluid on your mind when it comes to maintaining your vehicle, it is an important one to remember during the winter. With most cities that get snow using a salt or brine mixture to keep roads clear, your windshield gets dirty quite quickly during the winter, and that’s why it’s important to keep your washer fluid full. One good snowstorm can see you running your washer fluid tank dry, so always keep an extra bottle on hand during the winter months to avoid disaster. Ensure you have a safe and easy winter, make an appointment today to get your winter car servicing performed here at Avalon Honda. Test Your Climate Control Testing your climate control systems before the winter hits is an absolute must if you want to survive the winter comfortably. Before you start driving this winter, make sure to check the defroster and heating functions of your climate control system, as you most likely haven’t used them since last winter. Check your climate control in just a few seconds, simply run your defroster and heat at each fan speed and temperature available. This simple action will tell you if you have any climate control issues so you can have them fixed just in time for winter. If your climate control system needs servicing, our service professionals here at Avalon Honda can help! Located in Cape May Court House, NJ, Avalon Honda’s Service Center is the best place to have your pre-winter vehicle inspection performed. Be Prepared It sounds cliche, but being prepared for the worst-case scenario is actually the best thing you can do. When it comes to being prepared for winter driving, the above tips are always great to follow but its also important to go a step further and have an emergency scenario bag packed and available in your vehicle. Keep a bag full of spare clothes, including winter clothes in your vehicle. Inside of this bag should not only be clothing, but a blanket, a first aid kit, a flashlight, jumper cables, a cellphone charger, and some snacks. You can feel free to add more to this bag, but this is the bare minimum we recommend keeping in each one of your vehicles. Imagine traveling down a back-country road in the winter, when suddenly you lose traction and skid off the road. Luckily nobody is hurt, but your car is disabled and needs to be towed out of the ditch on the side of the road. Waiting for that tow truck in below-freezing temperatures in a car with no heat is not ideal, however, it’s much easier when you have a winter emergency bag in your vehicle. Winter Servicing From a fluid top-off to new tires, and everything in-between, Avalon Honda is the place to have your annual winter vehicle servicing performed. Here at Avalon Honda, our highly trained service professionals are dedicated to making sure your vehicle is safe and ready to tackle any adventure you throw at it. Ensure you have safety and peace of mind each time you hit the road this winter, have your vehicle winterized by the service professionals here at Avalon Honda today!

Highly anticipated, the all-new 2022 Honda Civic Si has officially been announced by Honda, with dealerships expecting inventory to be arriving later this year. The all-new Civic Si will feature an updated 1.5-liter turbocharged engine, an upgraded flywheel, and an improved short-throw 6-speed manual transmission — for the true Honda high-performance experience. The all-new 2022 Civic Si is Honda’s sporty, high-performance version of the all-new 11th-generation Civic Sedan. The Civic nameplate carries a long history of reliability and performance, with the all-new 2022 Civic Si looking to carry on this history by being the best-handling, and most fun-to-drive Civic yet. Get your hands on the exciting, all-new 2022 Honda Civic Si by stopping at Avalon Honda to talk with a sales professional about placing a preorder today. A Performance Icon Known for it’s high-performance and reliability since it first rolled off the production line in 1984, the Honda Civic Si has long been a performance icon around the world. Dave Gardner, the executive vice president of National Operations at American Honda Motor Co., Inc had this to say about the legendary Civic Si: “Civic Si is a performance icon that has offered affordable high-performance for four decades and the new Honda Civic Si continues that legacy...It isn’t just a blast to drive, it’s hands down the best Civic Si we’ve ever offered to our customers." The folks at Honda corporate know just how incredible the all-new 2022 Civic Si is, which should create quite the buzz around its release amongst the Civic loyalists and performance junkies. Featuring a high-output VTEC® 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, the all-new Civic Si will deliver 200-horsepower and 192 lb.-ft of torque at maximum output, making it the fastest Civic Si ever. Staying true to their performance and racing heritage, Honda has opted to exclusively equip the Civic Si with a 6-speed manual transmission, with no plans for an automatic to come. This decision is sure to please true Civic Si enthusiasts as well as racing purists, as it links the driver and the car as one, creating one of the most unique and thrilling experiences in the world. The all-new Civic Si will also feature the same rev-matching system as the Civic Type R, making downshifting far more efficient and sporty, creating the ultimate Honda driving experience. The all-new Civic Si will feature larger brakes, oversized 12.3-inch front rotors, 11.1-inch rear rotors, and standard 235/40R18 all-season performance tires, all to deliver the most of the 200-horsepower turbocharged engine to the road. If you’re looking for more grip and better performance, you can opt for the factory summer tires at the time of order or through our parts center here at Avalon Honda. Updated for the all-new 2022 Civic Si is the Drive Mode system, consisting of Normal and Sport driving modes, as well as the new “Individual Mode”. Individual mode allows the driver to customize which engine response, steering effort, and instrument panel display colors the vehicle will have while in that drive mode. This allows for a completely customizable driving mode, unique to each and every driver. Sport mode will increase throttle response, decrease steering assist, deactivate the idle-stop system, changes the instrument accent lighting from white to red, and will allow drivers to toggle rev-matching on and off. Boasting a high-output VTEC® 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, three unique Drive Modes, an upgraded suspension, and improved 6-speed manual transmission, the all-new 2022 Honda Civic Si is ready to live up to its legendary performance heritage. Check out what else is new for the 2022 Honda Civic Si: What's New: Updated 1.5-liter turbocharged engine with broader power curves and a lighter flywheel for quicker response and improved drivability Improved short-throw 6-speed manual transmission with standard rev-matching system from the Civic Type R Retuned suspension improves ride quality and takes Si handling to the next level 60-percent stiffer steering system torsion bar improves feel and response Drive Mode system features a new Individual mode for a customized driving experience Sporty Si-specific design cues add attitude and improve aerodynamic performance An available new and vibrant Blazing Orange Pearl exterior color is also exclusive to Civic Si The driver-focused interior features Si-specific body stabilizing sport seats with dynamic red accents and red contrast stitching Design Excellence Honda didn’t just improve the performance of their all-new 2022 Civic Si, they also gave it a facelift with modern, sleek looks. The all-new Civic Si has a sporty exterior look, with an aggressive front bumper design, a black rear spoiler, and two large oval exhaust tips in the rear. This aggressive, yet refined and sporty look will be sure to have heads turning as you rip through the streets of your local town. This will be the most technologically advanced Civic ever, with a driver-focused cabin, featuring a new 7-inch color instrument display, a digital tachometer, and a multi-info display, and a physical speedometer front and center. You’ll be able to take advantage of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, with the 9-inch HD color touchscreen that is hooked up to a 12-speaker Bose premium sound system. The 12-speaker Bose sound system will be equipped with Bose Centerpoint 2 and SurroundStage technology, for a truly premium listening experience. Honda’s excellence in design wasn’t just kept to interior and exterior looks, as they also focused on redesigning and implementing new safety features as well. The all-new 2022 Civic Si will feature Honda’s proprietary Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure, rear-seat airbags, and an updated Honda Sensing® suite of active safety and driver-assistive technologies. This stands to be the best-performing and safest Honda Civic Si ever made. Preorder Your All-New 2022 Honda Civic Si Are you located in Cape May Court House, NJ, or the surrounding areas, and looking for the safest, best-looking, high-performance sedan on the market? If so, then you need to come into Avalon Honda today to place your preorder for the all-new 2022 Honda Civic Si. Get your hands on the best-looking, high-performance sedan on the market, purchase the all-new 2022 Honda Civic Si today, only at Avalon Honda in Cape May Court House, NJ. Source Article: Honda Newsroom

Purchasing your very first vehicle can be exciting, however, that excitement can quickly turn to confusion if you’re not prepared ahead of time. Confusion and uncertainty when shopping for a new vehicle can lead to poor, uninformed decisions, that ultimately end up costing you money. Avoid that confusion and uncertainty by reading this list of top tips for first-time car buyers before you hit the lot! Once you read through this fantastic list of tips, come on down to Avalon Honda to use your new knowledge to shop for your new vehicle. First-Time Car Buying Tips Figure Out Your Budget As with most things in the world, setting a budget is one of the most important things to do first before you make any other decisions. Defining your budget makes it easier to narrow down what vehicles you can afford, preventing you from falling into the trap of stretching too far for a vehicle you can’t afford. Before you settle on a budget for a new car, make sure to evaluate your monthly living expenses and determine from there what you can afford monthly for a vehicle. Remember to include estimates for car insurance, fuel, and vehicle maintenance in this budget, because owning a vehicle is a lot more than a monthly payment. Once you’ve figured out what you can afford, the hard part is done, now it’s time to start the fun by searching for the right vehicle at Avalon Honda. List Your Needs Now, this may seem like the first thing to do when you’re ready to buy a new car, but without a budget in mind, many “wants” become “needs”, skyrocketing the cost of the vehicle. Define your vehicle needs by taking into consideration your occupation, daily commute, and even things like the weather around where you live. All of these factors not only determine what kind of vehicle you will need but also influence just how much maintenance the vehicle will need as well. Living in a snowy climate may mean you need a set of winter and summer tires, whereas living in a hot, dry climate means you’ll need to pay more attention to your fluids, hoses, and belts. After you define your needs and budget, it’s time to find dealers that carry vehicles you may want. Make your choice easier by picking from the gigantic selection of new and pre-owned Honda vehicles available here at Avalon Honda, located in Cape May Court House, NJ. Research Time Now that you have a solid idea of what your needs are and a clear budget in mind, it’s time to start researching what vehicles are available to you. Hop online and check out sites like Cars.com, KBB.com, or Autotrader.com to get a listing of all the vehicles in your area, with filters for makes, models, and features. The best option is to visit the website of local dealerships, like Avalon Honda, so you can see the most up-to-date inventory information. During your research, be sure to check out consumer reviews and reports about the vehicle you have in mind. While everyone’s experiences and reviews are different, it is a great idea to at least see if there are any common experiences or trends shared amongst owners of the vehicle you like. Finding a vehicle and having a wealth of information about that vehicle has never been easier, so take advantage of it when searching for your next vehicle. Is a new Honda vehicle what you’re looking for? Take a look at our vast inventory of new Honda vehicles available online and in-store here at Avalon Honda, located in Cape May Court House, NJ. Time for a Test Drive After you decide on the perfect vehicle for you, get out there and take one for a test drive! Test driving a vehicle is one of the most important steps in a purchase, as it really gives you a taste of what owning that particular vehicle is like. While you’re test driving, make sure to get comfortable as if it was your vehicle, and drive a route similar to your daily commute for the best comparison. When you’re making a big purchase like this, it’s important to make sure the vehicle “fits” all aspects of your lifestyle. Certain dealerships may even allow you to drive the vehicle home for a short period of time, so you can see how it fits in your garage or parking space. Make choosing the perfect vehicle easier, test drive as many vehicles as you can before you decide on one. If you’re looking for a new or pre-owned Honda vehicle, shop here at Avalon Honda and ask your sales professional about an extended test drive. Finding the perfect Honda vehicle is simple when you’re choosing from our huge inventory here at Avalon Honda. Figure Out Financing Financing a vehicle tends to be when first-time car buyers get confused, as it can be a detail-heavy process. As a first-time car buyer, it’s important to not get flustered, just ask questions when you’re confused and remember the finance professional is there to help you. Keep in mind that you’re simply agreeing upon how much money you’re borrowing, and how quickly you’ll be paying it back, including interest. If you keep this in mind, financing is a lot less confusing as a first-time car buyer. If you have your eyes set on a Honda vehicle here at Avalon Honda, our in-house financing professionals will help you every step of the way. At Avalon Honda, we work with a variety of auto lenders to make sure you get the best financing possible for your new Honda vehicle. Choose from the best selection of Honda vehicles, and the best lenders, only available here at Avalon Honda in Cape May Court House, NJ. Drive Home Happy The most important step in buying a car for the first time is to make sure you drive home happy. After all of your online research and in-person test drives, you should feel comfortable signing on the dotted line, knowing that not only are you getting the best deal but also the perfect vehicle for you. Unlike most purchases, you can’t return a vehicle, so ensuring that you love the vehicle before you sign is highly recommended. Guarantee that you’ll drive home a happy first-time car buyer, by purchasing your vehicle here at Avalon Honda. At Avalon Honda, we offer the widest selection of new and pre-owned Honda vehicles, a top-notch team of sales professionals, and the best financing options available in Cape May Court House, NJ. There is no better place to be a first-time car buyer than at Avalon Honda, located in Cape May Court House, NJ.

Flat Tires are Deflating Stuck on the side of the road with a flat tire, you open your trunk and begin to look for the spare but wait a minute...it’s not there! Unfortunately this is a common reality in the 2020’s for all new vehicles as many new vehicles don’t come with a spare tire in the trunk anymore. You may be remembering times of the past in which a vehicle had a spare tire mounted in the trunk or underneath the vehicle and a small little jack to go with it. However those days, just like a vehicle’s spare tire, are gone. Nowadays modern vehicles tend to come with no spare and just a small can of flat tire repair gel, not exactly the most reliable or desirable way to handle an unexpected flat tire. Nobody wants to spend time on the side of the road, in the heat, rain, or snow waiting on a tow truck to come and take them to a local shop all because of a flat tire, and that’s why it’s imperative to carry a spare tire in your vehicle. Carrying a spare tire in your vehicle not only allows you to get back on the road quicker, but it provides peace of mind, allowing you to be confident that not even a flat tire can stop you on the road. There are a few different types of spare tires available on the market to suit every need, here’s a list of available types of spare tires. Full-Size Spare A full-size spare shares the same dimensions as the vehicle’s standard tire, the benefit being that it isn’t just a temporary fix until you arrive at your local mechanic to have a new tire mounted and balanced. A full-size spare also allows you to travel at regular speeds, which is something a smaller spare tire or “doughnut” would prohibit you from doing. A full-size spare is also one of the most effective and efficient options for a spare tire there is, making for minimal downtime of your vehicle so life can carry on as usual without interruption. If a full-size spare tire is the right option for you, call our parts professionals at Avalon Honda today to order your full-size spare. Temporary Full-Size Spare While a true full-size spare is the most effective option, the drawback of it taking up so much space in the vehicle is something to be considered. With that being said, a good option, if you’re unable to house a full-size spare, would be the temporary full-size spare. A temporary full-size spare tire is just like your regular, full-size tire, however, it has a smaller tread depth and less weight to it in order to save on space while remaining effective. A temporary full-size spare will allow you to safely drive to Avalon Honda's Service Center so you can get a new tire mounted and balanced on the car. A temporary full-size spare is a great option for those that carry a lot of cargo, or even those driving compact cars which don’t have a lot of room for a full-size spare. Compact Temporary Spare A compact temporary spare may not be the most effective option in terms of being able to drive on it for miles or at regular speeds, but that doesn’t mean it’s completely ineffective or useless. A compact temporary spare will allow you to travel a short distance at lower speeds in order to help you arrive safely at Avalon Honda's Service Center. The compact temporary spare is a bit smaller and narrower than a full-size spare but it’s still just as useful in the event of an unexpected flat tire on the side of the road. These compact temporary spares or “doughnuts” tend to be the traditional spare tire most think of when they think of flat tire repair. Folding Temporary Spare A folding temporary spare is a small spare tire, similar to the “doughnut” spare but it is even more compact by being deflated and being able to be folded for easy and efficient storage. While you may not be able to travel at regular speeds with this tire, you will be able to safely arrive at Avalon Honda to receive a new tire and get on your way. These spares do require inflation before usage, which is an important thing to keep in mind when selecting the right spare tire to keep on hand. Run-Flat Tires The most cutting-edge technology when it comes to spare tires is the Run-Flat spare tire which allows you to keep driving at regular speeds for up to 50 miles from the initial puncture. This incredible technology allows a driver to safely and effectively drive in almost any type of condition to reach their mechanic’s shop in the event of an unexpected flat tire. Run-Flats are one of the most expensive spare tire options, but also one of the most effective outside of carrying a full-size spare. Let's Get Rolling While flat tires are almost always unexpected and incredibly inconvenient, they are an inevitable part of owning a vehicle. Making sure you select the right kind of spare tire that fits all of your needs is a great way to help minimize the interference and inconvenience of an unexpected flat tire. Utilizing a spare tire properly can save you time, money and aggravation, but using one improperly could exacerbate the situation. When using a spare tire, keep in mind that the function of most spare tires is to help you arrive safely at a place of repair like Avalon Honda's Service Center, while maintaining mobility and freedom.

With recent studies showing that Americans spend up to an hour each day in their vehicle, with up to 32 miles driven each day on average, it’s clear that choosing the right vehicle is more important than ever before. Known for their undeniable reliability and great value, Honda is also a leader in comfort and convenience in their vehicles. Honda, with driver comfort and convenience in mind, have made available an HDMI port on their vehicles so drivers can watch videos on their infotainment screen while in park, a modern day comfort. A Relaxing Break It’s been a long day at the office and you finally have a moment to take your lunch break. You head out to your car and hit the closest drive-thru and pull over to enjoy your meal. Wouldn’t this moment be great if you could kick back and watch a little TV like you were home? With a Honda all you would need to do is plug your phone in with a compatible HDMI cable and enjoy your lunch break with some TV, just as the Jetsons predicted. In order to enjoy your breaks in a futuristic fashion, just do the following: Find a safe place to pull-over and put your vehicle in P (Park) Push the Start/Stop button once to turn off the engine. Again, push the Start/Stop button once to activate Accessory mode. On the Display Audio Home Screen, select Audio. In Audio, select “HDMI” as the input source. Plug your HDMI cable into your Phone. Plug your HDMI cable into your vehicle's HDMI port. Select your video player/streaming service of choice, and enjoy! After you are all set up, your phone will control the Play/Pause functions while your Honda will control the volume. A quick and easy set up that can be done in minutes, this new HDMI functionality is sure to bring joy and comfort to every Honda owner. Stop by Avalon Honda located in Cape May Court House to test out Honda’s HDMI port function today. More Than Movies Now you’re probably wondering if the Honda HDMI port can do more than just mirror your movies from your phone, and you would be right for wondering that. The Honda HDMI port simply mirrors your phone's media to your infotainment display, allowing you to do things like view photos, videos, or even stream video games (Separate Service Required). Watching your favorite movies or television shows is easy once you follow the above instructions, just turn on your favorite streaming platform and watch on your infotainment display thanks to your Honda HDMI port. If relaxing with some video games is more your speed, follow the same set up instructions listed above, but make sure to sign up for a video game streaming service. There are multiple game streaming services out there and all are compatible with Honda’s HDMI port as it simply mirrors your phone’s screen. As long as your phone is compatible with a video game streaming service you can view it on your Honda HDMI port. Honda is Happiness Always looking to make their customers happy, Honda has once again gone above and beyond for their customers. With the Honda HDMI port, happiness and relaxation are only a parking spot away any time of the day. Relax, unwind and enjoy your personal time in your Honda with the Honda HDMI port, entertainment on the go. Stop by Cape May Court House's favorite Honda dealer, Avalon Honda to check out the Honda HDMI port.

At the Tire Shop It’s 4pm on a Friday afternoon and you’re in line at the tire shop anxiously awaiting the enormous bill that you’re about to incur. “Next!” yells out the middle-aged service writer, motioning from amongst a whirlwind of paperwork, for you to come to the counter. At the counter you tell the service writer that you need four new tires and he asks you “Summer, winter, all-season?” and it dawns on you at that moment that you’re totally unprepared for this question. “There’s a difference in tires?” you think to yourself, and your mind begins to wonder how you’ve gone so long not knowing there were different tires, let alone what those differences are. Being in a position like this isn’t all that uncommon, unless you’re a car enthusiast or a mechanic yourself, chances are you were never told about the differences in tire compounds and why there is even a need for different tires. They say you learn something new every day, and today’s lesson is on the various tire compounds and their specific uses, so buckle in and come along for the ride. Different Tires, for Different Seasons Both the summer and winter are filled with their own unique wonders and magical times, but also filled with their own unique challenges at the same time. Winter can be cold, harsh, and unforgiving, both to humans and machines alike. While the summer may not come with ice and snow like winter, it can still be host to poor or dangerous driving conditions just like winter is. With the winter and summer being total opposites, it makes sense that there isn’t just one tire to handle both seasons. Tire manufacturers nowadays have tire offerings in three different categories, Summer, Winter and All-Season, each boasting their own advantages and disadvantages. Now you may be wondering, why not just buy all-season tires for all the seasons? Stick around and read about why all-season tires aren’t necessarily for all of the seasons, and why winter tires should be kept to colder temperatures. Summer Tires Summer tires are excellent dry and wet condition tires in warmer weather, making them perfectly suited for rainy summer evenings and sweltering hot afternoons. In order to gain superior traction and handling that summer tires are known for, they were designed with less grooving for water clearance and even have a more streamlined tread pattern which increases the amount of tire in contact with the road, ultimately providing better traction. On top of the increased traction and handling, summer tires also boast better fuel economy due to their reduced rolling resistance. While summer tires are great because of their increased traction and handling, the technology used to achieve those results ends up being detrimental to the car and driver if driven in cold weather conditions. Because of the summer tires' streamlined tread design, they become much more brittle in cold weather and therefore are considered unsafe in winter driving conditions. Purchase your summer tires and have them mount and balanced at Avalon Honda in Cape May Court House, NJ, then hit the roads in confidence with your new tires. Winter Tires Cold weather brings a plethora of problems, from snowfall shutting down roads to black ice causing accidents, the winter is no joke. That is why it’s imperative to head into every winter prepared for the challenges the cold weather forces you to encounter daily. One way to fight back against the cold, cruel beast that is winter is with winter tires. Winter tires are designed with more natural rubber in the tire compound, allowing the tire to maintain flexibility even in temperatures below freezing. In addition to the unique rubber compounding, winter tires boast more aggressive tread patterns that help dig into the snow and ice, providing traction and handling without having to stud the tire. While winter tires are great in cold weather, it’s not a great idea to keep them on during the warmer months as the softer rubber compound will cause accelerated wear and tear of the tire and pose handling and traction issues as well. After running winter tires during the cold weather months, make sure to switch off to a good summer tire or a set of all-season tires. Before winter sneaks up on you, make sure to drop by Avalon Honda's Service Center to get your winter tires and winter servicing. All-Season Tires All-season tires means they can be used in all seasons right? Unfortunately, that is a common misconception amongst drivers today, with most drivers believing they can run one set of all-season tires year-round with no issues. While all-season tires sound like they can do it all, they really just excel at being mediocre in all seasons. With winter tires sporting extra rubber to maintain a softer compound for the cold weather conditions, and summer tires boasting a stiffer tire that provides better traction in warm weather, all-seasons take a bit of inspiration from both which results in a hybridized version of summer and winter tires. All-season tires sacrifice a bit of the warm and wet weather traction in favor of being able to grip in ice and snow, making them a great choice for those that live in climates that don’t drop below freezing often or if at all. The true way to determine if an all-season tire is the right tire for you is to base it off of your local climate, a very neutral climate area is the best place to use all-season tires in. If you’re looking for a great middle ground between summer and winter tires, purchasing all-season tires at Avalon Honda is a great option. Which Tire is Best for Me? Choosing a tire seemed simple before all of this info, right? While there are many factors that go into purchasing a tire, you don't have to be an expert to make a choice, as our parts experts at Avalon Honda will guide you in choosing the right tire for your vehicle. In order to make it a little easier to select a tire, consider your climate and daily driving conditions first, then make sure to stop by Avalon Honda in Cape May Court House, NJ to speak with a parts professional and order your tires today!

All-new Civic Hatchback aimed at young, active buyers with increased versatility, sportier driving character and Euro-inspired exterior design Fun-to-drive performance accentuated with available 6-speed manual transmission Interior builds on Civic's clean and simple design philosophy while improving rear seat packaging and cargo area access Civic Hatchback to be built in U.S. for the first time, at Honda's Indiana auto plant Honda revealed the 2022 Civic Hatchback tonight, the latest addition to the all-new 11th-generation Civic lineup. Building on the 2022 Civic Sedan that arrived in Honda dealerships earlier this month, the most fun-to-drive Civic Hatchback ever combines striking, Euro-inspired exterior styling and five-door versatility with an even sportier driving experience. Available with a 6-speed manual transmission, Civic Hatchback is designed to meet the needs of young, active buyers. It will be built in the U.S. for the first time, with production to begin later this year atHonda's Greensburg, Indiana auto plant. The Civic Hatchback premiered during the Civic Tour “Remix” performance on the Honda Stage YouTube Channel, and can be viewed here: youtube.com/HondaStage. Inspired by the coupe-like profile of European sportbacks, the 2022 Civic Hatchback builds upon the Civic Sedan's new clean and simple exterior design direction in a fresh and exhilarating new way. It also promises driving enthusiasts an even more dynamic experience, with ride and handling developed in Europe and an upgraded 6-speed manual transmission available with both the naturally-aspirated 2.0-liter and 1.5-liter turbocharged engines. Civic Hatchback includes all of the technological updates made to the 2022 Civic Sedan, including a new standard single-camera Honda Sensing® suite of safety and driver-assistive technologies. Key options include a 9” color touchscreen, Bose premium sound system and a 10.2-inch all-digital instrument display. “Civic Hatchback plays a critical role in the Honda lineup and we expect the all-new 11th-generation model to be even more popular than its predecessor,” said Dave Gardner, executive vice president of National Operations, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. “With its sporty, fun-to-drive driving character, Euro exterior styling and flexible interior packaging, the new Civic Hatchback will appeal to those all-important young and active buyers.” Reintroduced to the U.S. market with the 10th-generation Civic in 2016, Civic Hatchback has proven itself a breakout hit and has grown to account for more than 20 percent of all Civic sales. With more than 1.7 million units sold in 10th generation form, Civic has been the No. 1 selling vehicle in America – car or light truck – with first-time buyers, Millennials, Gen Z and multicultural customers over the last five years 1. What's New: Sporty Euro-inspired exterior styling with a coupe-like profile Simple, clean interior design with improved outward visibility New lightweight composite hatch structure reduces hinge size for a clean roofline Enhanced structure with 19-percent increase in torsional rigidity Cargo opening widened by 1.6-inches Distinct front-end styling adds to sporty character Available short-throw 6-speed manual transmission (Sport and Sport Touring) Available 1.5-liter turbocharged engine makes 180 horsepower and 177 lb.-ft. of torque on regular unleaded New Boost Blue Pearl and Smoky Mauve Pearl exterior colors Key Features (shared with Civic Sedan) Standard new 7” color touchscreen with Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ integration Available new HD 9” color touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ integration Bose premium sound system with 12 speakers (Sport Touring) Qi-compatible wireless charging (Sport Touring) Improved body structure stiffness and crashworthiness Updated suspension and steering tuning for improved handling and ride comfort, and a somewhat sportier flavor than Civic Sedan Groundbreaking new front airbags designed to reduce the risk of traumatic brain and neck injuries Rear seat side airbags Updated single camera Honda Sensing® system with new Traffic Jam Assist (standard), and Low Speed Braking Control (Sport Touring) Sporty Exterior Design With a coupe-like profile inspired by European sportbacks, the 2022 Civic Hatchback builds upon the Civic Sedan's new exterior design in a distinctive and sporty way. Its low hood, front fenders and horizontal beltline grounds the body, accentuates the wheels and tires, and enables an expansive, airy greenhouse. Compared to the 10th-generation Civic Hatchback, its windshield pillars also have been moved rearward by nearly 2 inches (1.96 inches), its wheelbase is 1.4-inches longer and its rear track is 0.5-inch wider. Civic Hatchback incorporates unique styling cues to give it an even sportier attitude, including a distinctive grille mesh with a slight concave shape. For a sportier coupe-like profile, the Hatchback's rear overhang and overall length are 4.9-inches shorter than the Civic Sedan's. The Hatchback's smoother, sleeker roof line is made possible by a new lightweight composite hatch and by moving the hinge mechanism outward, allowing a roof height reduction of 50 mm in the hinge area. A unique taillight design, and center high-mounted stop lamp (CHMSL) that spans nearly the entire width of its hatch, further emphasize Hatchback's wider rear track. Eight colors are available on the 2022 Civic Hatchback, including two new hues: Boost Blue Pearl and Smokey Mauve Pearl. Versatile Human-Centered Interior Design Civic Hatchback's interior features many of the ame design and packaging elements as the new and critically acclaimed cabin of the Civic Sedan. By evoking the human-centered cabin design of early generations of Civic, the Hatchback's new interior is simple, clean and uncluttered with exceptional visibility, intuitive ergonomics, extraordinary passenger volume and driver-focused technology. Also like the Civic Sedan, outward visibility is enhanced by Civic's pulled-back A-pillars, low hood, flat dashboard, low cowl and repositioned outside mirrors, which are now mounted on the doors. The instrument panel is designed with a minimum of cutlines to reduce windshield reflections and visual distractions, and the attractive new metal honeycomb instrument panel accent isn't just visually striking, it hides the air vents. Class-above materials are also used, especially on touchpoints, and careful attention has been paid to the premium action of all switchgear and controls. In the rear, Civic Hatchback features larger side windows, a new small corner window in the C-pillar and a single piece rear window to enhance rearward visibility, creating a more spacious and airy feeling for rear seat passengers. Civic Hatchback rear legroom has been improved by nearly 1.4 inches and rear headroom has been preserved, thanks to the new hinge design for the new composite hatch. Interior versatility is key to Civic Hatchback's unique character, with generous cargo space more easily accessible thanks to a 1.6-inch wider lower hatch opening and low lift-over height. The standard 60/40 split seatback can be quickly folded for expanded capacity and the side-pull cargo cover makes it easy to quickly open or conceal the rear cargo area. Standard on all Civic Hatchback grades, Honda's new Body Stabilizing Seat enhances comfort on long drives. In addition, Civic Hatchback is available in EX-L grade, offering the same perforated leather seats with added shoulder support as available in Sport Touring grades. Civic Hatchback LX and Sport feature cloth and combination seat trim, respectively. New Rigid Body Improves Dynamics and Safety Performance Civic Hatchback's new body structure shows significant gains in rigidity, with a 19 percent improvement in torsional rigidity versus the previous generation. The stiffer structure supports improvements in ride, handling and refinement. Reductions in noise, vibration and harshness are further augmented with the extensive use of structural adhesives, spray-in foam in the pillars, and additional sound deadening in the firewall and under the floor. To meet present and anticipated future collision standards while minimizing additional weight, Civic Hatchback uses the next generation of Honda's Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure. This is realized through careful design coupled with the use of lightweight materials, such as aluminum and various grades of high-strength steel, as well as the additional structural adhesives. Sporty and Fun Powertrains For the 11th-generation, Civic Hatchback offers two engine choices for the first time, and both will be available with a 6-speed manual transmission. LX and Sport grades feature a naturally aspirated 2.0-liter 4-cylinder, producing 158 horsepower at 6,500 rpm (SAE net) and 138 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,200 rpm (SAE net). It's coupled with a revised CVT that enhances fuel efficiency through the use of a more robust electric hydraulic pump that reduces the load on the mechanical pump, and a ball-bearing secondary shaft to reduce friction. The CVT also has been programmed to provide early downshifts during braking and features revised Step-Shift programming that simulates physical gear changes under hard acceleration for a more familiar and enjoyable driving experience. Fuel efficiency and emissions are notably improved due in part to a new standard idle-stop system (CVT only) and a new catalytic converter design. Powering EX-L and Sport Touring trims is a turbocharged 1.5-liter 4-cylinder producing 180 horsepower at 6,000 rpm (SAE net) and 177 lb.-ft. of torque at 1,700 to 4,500 rpm (SAE net) on 87 octane gasoline. Multiple measures contribute to improved fuel economy ratings, including new more efficient turbo plumbing and the addition of Variable Timing and lift Electronic Control (VTEC®) to the exhaust valves. The CVT for the 1.5-liter turbo features improved torque converter performance, while also adopting revised Step-Shift programming. A new 6-speed manual transmission is available in Sport and Sport Touring grades. The transmission has been revised for an even sportier feel with improved shift rigidity and shorter shift throws. A new dual-mass flywheel helps reduce noise and vibration transmitted through the drivetrain. In addition to the standard Normal and Eco driving modes, 2.0L Sport and 1.5L Sport Touring trims of the 2022 Civic Hatchback with the CVT now feature a user-selectable Sport mode. Using a toggle switch on the center console, the new Sport mode alters the drive ratios and mapping for a sportier feel. Eco mode reduces throttle and transmission sensitivity, as well as air conditioning output to help preserve fuel efficiency. Chassis Tuned for Responsiveness, Fun-to-Drive and Comfort For maximum driver enjoyment, Civic Hatchback's suspension and steering were developed in Europe and fine-tuned for North America. Civic has long been recognized as the benchmark for sporty handling in the compact class, and this is the most fun-to-drive Civic Hatchback ever. Similar to Sedan, the front MacPherson struts feature new low-friction ball joints and front damper mount bearings to improve steering feel and self-centering. The spring and damper alignment has been optimized to minimize operational friction, and a new larger compliance bushing with an improved bushing axis minimizes harshness. The rear track's 0.5-inch additional width adds stability and the additional 1.4-inches of wheelbase help smooth out its ride quality. New rear lower control arm bushings promote better straight-line stability and turn in, while reducing noise and vibration inside the cabin. The electronic power steering has been re-tuned to provide better feedback and improved straight-line stability. These suspension and steering upgrades result in a smoother, more linear and more precise feel in turns, with the reduction in yaw delay leading to a more responsive and synchronized feeling behind the wheel. Additionally, the reduced suspension friction and improved bushings help reduce harsh road shock, such as when going over railroad crossings, by 20 percent. Additional chassis updates include new low-drag front brake calipers, and low-friction front and rear wheel bearings to reduce rolling resistance, helping improve fuel economy ratings. The all-new aluminum front subframe, with an efficient truss and rib structure, provides rigidity and stability. Technology that Serves the Driver This is also the most technologically advanced Civic Hatchback ever featuring digital meters for the first time and larger touchscreens for the 2022 model year. Civic LX, Sport and EX-L grades are equipped with a new 7-inch color LCD instrument display which features an all-digital speedometer and tachometer on the left side, and a physical speedometer dial on the right. Civic's new all-digital LCD instrument display is standard on the Hatchback Sport Touring model. This 10.2-inch display features a configurable high-definition full-color LCD panel with either a traditional layout of round needle-and-dial gauge displays or a bar-graph style design. Drivers also can display a variety of user-selectable information, such as the current music selection and a trip computer, on the left and right side of the screen. The middle of the display is used to indicate the status of various Honda Sensing® safety and driver-assistive systems, and the Civic icon on the screen features brake lights, headlights and turn signals that turn on and off with those functions. LX, Sport and EX-L grades come standard with a new 7” color touchscreen, the largest standard screen in Civic history, with physical power/volume knob and a tuning/selection knob. Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration are standard and a row of hard buttons at the bottom allows drivers to easily skip music tracks, navigate the audio menu, and select between phone, radio, Bluetooth ® or USB media. Civic Hatchback Sport Touring features an all-new 9” color touchscreen, which is the largest touchscreen ever offered in Civic, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration, and standard Qi-compatible wireless charging. In addition to large, easy-to-recognize icons and a simplified navigation structure with fewer embedded menus, the 9” touchscreen features a physical volume knob and hard buttons for Home and Back functions. A 0.8-inch finger rest immediately below the screen on all Civics provides a stable surface to rest your hand, so using the touchscreen is easier and less distracting while driving. Bose Premium Sound System A new available Bose audio system takes Civic audio to the next level, thanks to Centerpoint 2 and Bose SurroundStage digital signal processing that is custom-engineered precisely for the Civic's new interior. Regardless of seating position, drivers and passengers are placed in the middle of the music, with a clear and spacious listening experience for all audio content. Expert audio engineers developed the Bose sound system with advanced components and technologies, working closely with Honda engineers to integrate the system early in the vehicle design process for optimal performance. Clear, impactful sound is delivered through high-performance Bose speakers, strategically placed throughout the Civic's interior for exceptional music reproduction across all frequencies, low to high. Helping to preserve the quality of the listening experience, Dynamic Speed Compensation technology automatically adjusts volume and tone based on vehicle speed, reducing the need for drivers to manually adjust settings while on the road. Bose Premium Sound System details: One 3.25-inch (80 mm) Bose Twiddler mid/high-range speaker in the center of the instrument panel Four 1-inch (25 mm) lightweight neodymium tweeters – one in each A-pillar and one in each rear door Two 6.5-inch (165 mm) wide-range speakers – one in each front door Two 5.25-inch (130 mm) wide-range speakers – one in each rear door Two 3.25-inch (80 mm) Bose Twiddler mid/high-range speakers – one in each C-pillar One 8-inch (200 mm) woofer housed inside a custom enclosure mounted in the right rear quarter panel A Bose digital amplifier with 12 channels of custom equalization and advanced digital signal processing New and Advanced Safety Performance As with the Sedan, Civic Hatchback includes multiple new active and passive safety systems. This includes the world's first application of driver and passenger frontal airbags designed to better reduce the likelihood of injuries from severe brain trauma associated with angled frontal collisions. The new front driver's airbag uses an innovative donut-shaped structure to cradle and hold the head to reduce rotation. The passenger-side front airbag uses a three-chamber design to achieve a similar result, with two outer chambers designed to cradle and control head rotation. Civic's Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure is enhanced for improved compatibility with larger vehicles. This includes improved occupant protection in angled frontal collisions, with a new upper A-pillar structure, side frame and lower firewall structure – all designed to route crash energy around the cabin. Side impact protection has been improved, with stiffer structures in the roof, side sill and B-pillar, doors, and the rear wheel arch and C-pillar. Standard on all Civic Hatchback grades is a new Honda Sensing® suite of active safety and driver-assistive technologies that uses a new single-camera system providing a longer, wider field of view than the previous radar-and-camera based system. Combined with software advances and a new, more powerful processor, the system is capable of more quickly and accurately identifying pedestrians, bicyclists and other vehicles, along with road lines and road signs. Honda Sensing® also adds Traffic Jam Assist, and the new camera-based system improves on existing functionality, such as more natural brake application and quicker reactions when using Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). It also has more linear and natural steering action when using the Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS). Sport Touring grades feature new Low-Speed Braking Control, and front and rear false-start prevention with the addition of eight sonar sensors. Honda leadership in advancing pedestrian safety continues. The 2022 Civic features a new front bumper beam safety plate designed to decrease leg injuries and a hood with an embossed inner structure designed to improve head protection performance. Source Article: https://hondanews.com/en-US/releases/2022-honda-civic-hatchback-makes-global-debut-during-honda-civic-remix-virtual-performanc e

Honda leads Formula 1 championship for first time since 1991 Honda drivers lead every lap in Monaco victory Season-best sixth-place for AlphaTauri's Pierre Gasly Today was the day that Honda's racing organization had been waiting for since getting back into the Formula 1 World Championship in 2015. A dominant performance in Sunday's Monaco Grand Prix saw the Red Bull Racing Hondas lead all 78 laps around the tight Monaco street course and promoted racewinner Max Verstappen into the series points lead for the first time in his career. And after Sergio Perez made a strong mid-race push to climb into fourth place, Honda found itself leading the constructors championship for the first time since the end of the 1991 season. After qualifying second, Verstappen was promoted to pole position when Charles Leclerc's Ferrari was unable to start after crashing at the end of Saturday's qualifying. Given the opportunity, Verstappen outraced Valtteri Bottas to the first corner to take a lead he would only relinquish to his teammate Perez after his first pit stop. Behind Verstappen, Pierre Gasly had his AlphaTauri Honda firmly entrenched in fifth place, keeping points leader Lewis Hamilton at bay while Perez ran eighth as the field headed toward its only round of pit stops. Hamilton pitted first in a bid to gain track position, but Gasly's strong laps before the stop – combined with quick work by the AlphaTauri team on Pit Lane – kept Gasly ahead. Behind that battle, Perez was running the laps that would ultimately boost the Red Bull Racing Hondas to the top of the standings. Running eighth, Perez stayed out in clear air and made a series of quick trips around the 2.068-mile circuit that vaulted him to fourth after his stop. Verstappen fought off a late charge from Carlos Sainz Jr. to claim his second victory of the year, and when combined with a seventh-place finish for Hamilton, moved the Dutchman into the lead in the Formula 1 World Championship for the first time in his 124-race career. Perez finished fourth to take his third consecutive top-five finish while Gasly ended up a season-high sixth. Rookie Yuki Tsunoda started 15th and finished 16th.The teams will have next week off before heading to F1's newest street circuit, the Baku layout in Azerbaijan, June 6. Toyoharu Tanabe Technical Director, Honda F1 It's fantastic that Honda has claimed its first win at Monaco since Ayrton Senna took the victory back in 1992. We are delighted to have this very special and historic race at a track where we have won several times in the past. There is more reason to celebrate as this is Max Verstappen's first win here and his first podium. Having no one in front of him on the grid certainly helped a bit, but this win was down to his driving, the Red Bull Racing chassis and our PU, with all three of these elements functioning perfectly. Sergio Perez also produced a strong performance so that his driving and an excellent team strategy allowed him to move up from ninth on the grid to fourth at the end, bringing home a good number of points. For Scuderia AlphaTauri Honda, Pierre Gasly had to deal with having Hamilton behind him for the whole race but he never lost concentration to finish sixth. As for Yuki Tsunoda, he was always going to have a difficult afternoon, starting so far back on the grid, but it was impressive that he completed almost 70 laps on his Hard tires, before putting in some very quick lap times in clean air after his tire stop and I'm sure he learned a lot. With Red Bull Racing, we are leading both championships, but there are many races to come and we must continue working to improve." Max Verstappen - Red Bull Racing Honda Start 1st, Finish: 1st (2nd of the season) "I'm super happy to win the Monaco Grand Prix. It's such a tricky track and you need a smooth weekend so I'm very pleased with what we have achieved as a Team and of course with Honda. I just had to focus on my own race and make sure I had a clean start. Of course, it all looked under control but to keep your focus for so many laps is the hardest part because it's easy to relax when you're in the lead and make a mistake. I think pace-wise, we were always in control because every time someone tried to push me, we were able to respond and increase the gap. I've never been on the podium here and then the first time it's a win, so it's a bit of redemption for the other races I've had here. We are leading the championship and I hope of course to be there at the end of the season because that's the most important thing so we cannot get carried away. But for now, a massive thank you to everyone in the factory and here at the track, we won the Monaco Grand Prix so let's enjoy it." Sergio Perez - Red Bull Racing Honda Start: 8th, Finish: 4th "Today is a great day for the Team and I'm very happy for Max, he did a mega job and now we are leading both championships. The Team did a fantastic job on strategy and the communication throughout the race was excellent. We saved the tires and used them when we needed to which was key and we did two or three qualifying laps to jump the queue of cars to get fourth. I was closing on Lando (Norris) but he had tires left and I never really had a clear chance at him. I was thinking of the long game and getting the points which is important for the Team. I think once I'm more comfortable with the car in qualifying, we'll be in serious contention and fighting for victories as I'm happy and pretty much there on Sundays." Pierre Gasly - Scuderia AlphaTauri Honda Start: 5th, Finish: 6th "It was a pretty long race and obviously with Lewis behind it wasn't easy, I couldn't make any mistakes and just had to focus on my own race ahead, but I really enjoyed it. Finishing P6 today is good, I think we can be happy with that result and it's the best performance of the season so far. I believe we took the right strategy today, we had to cover ourselves with Lewis' pitstop, but it didn't quite work out. The car performed well today, even if I think we could have achieved more and there are definitely some areas we still need to improve in compared to some of the cars we're fighting against. I'm still pleased with this result though, it was important for us to be back up near the front and getting some big points again was great for the team." Yuki Tsunoda - Scuderia AlphaTauri Honda Start: 15th, Finish: 16th "Starting from P16 we knew it wouldn't be easy. I struggled for grip in the first lap compared to other cars around me and we lost a few positions, after that I was constantly behind cars, despite having strong pace, so wasn't able to make my way forward. The main thing for me is my Qualifying performance and how I can improve this. I'm going to work hard ahead of the next race so that we can hopefully be in a point scoring position next time out." Source Article: https://hondanews.com/en-US/releases/hondas-verstappen-wins-monaco-leads-f1-championship

HPD enters Esports competition with first-ever HPD JAS Esports Pro Team Drivers will enter a global qualification process to seek out the top sim racers HPD JAS Pro Team to compete in GT World Challenge Esports Championships Honda Performance Development (HPD), the leader of Honda and Acura high-performance motorsports racing programs in North America, is joining with European-based JAS Motorsport to expand its commitment to cultivating the next generation of racing talent through sim racing. In partnership with SRO Motorsports America, the HPD JAS Esports Academy will search for the best sim racers using the Acura NSX GT3 Evo platform on Assetto Corsa Competizione. The driver search will span three continents – North America, Europe and Asia – to select a team of talented sim racers to become factory Esports drivers under the HPD JAS banner. “HPD is thrilled to expand its challenging spirit through our HPD JAS Esports Pro Team,” said John Whiteman, Commercial Motorsports Manager, HPD. “The HPD JAS Esports Pro Team is an extension of HPD’s commitment to motorsports activities at all levels of racing; bringing the adrenaline of driving Honda and Acura racecraft to a new generation of racing talent.” “This is a unique opportunity for racers, both virtual and real-world, to put their skills to the test,” said Mads Fischer, Commercial Manager, JAS Motorsport. “JAS is looking forward to offering talented sim racers in Europe and Asia a chance to refine their racing through the HPD JAS Esports Pro Team.” Initial entry into the HPD JAS Esports Academy will begin on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 with open qualifiers to determine the top 25 drivers in each region. Following the qualifiers, a live streamed feature of races in each region will determine the drivers selected to join the HPD JAS Esports Pro team from predetermined criteria, including finishing position, pace, racecraft, strategy and more. Upon completion of the Driver Search on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, the selected team members will gear up for the kickoff of the SRO Esports season competing in the various GT World Challenge Esports Sprint and Endurance Championships around the world. Staying true to HPD’s vision and mentorship around programs like the GT3 Driver Academy, this new Esports venture will support the team’s sim racers to build the skills necessary to compete in the virtual world. Drivers will have access to HPD coaching sessions, discounted rig equipment, and marketing support from HPD and SRO marketing executives to help them perform their best – both on the virtual and real-world track. Lastly, because sim racing is so close to its real-world component, team drivers will have a real-world opportunity to drive a Honda factory racecar through partners JAS Motorsport and Skip Barber Racing School. Selected drivers from North America will earn a three-day racing school experience provided by Skip Barber Racing School, with testing in TC America Honda Civic Type R and Civic Si TCA racecars. Similar real-world racing opportunities will be available to European and Asian selected team drivers through JAS Motorsport, including mentorship from JAS Motorsport staff members, a test day in the Honda Civic Type R TCR, and a Honda NSX GT3 Evo Experience. Source Article: https://hondanews.com/en-US/honda-racing/releases/release-53541be6030b25a47a2899aba10d8254-honda-performance-development-announces-esports-academy-launches-global-search-for-sim-racers-to-join-2021-hpd-jas-esports-pro-team

Inside and out, all-new Civic is a modern expression of Honda’s human-centered design philosophy 2022 Civic Sedan readied for mass production at Honda plant in Canada Popular Civic Tour returns for 20th anniversary of the concert series More information, specs and assets coming April 28 Honda offered the first official exterior look at the production 2022 Civic Sedan today as preparations for the start of mass production near completion at Honda of Canada Mfg. in Alliston, Canada. Previewed last November with the Civic Prototype, the 2022 Civic Sedan is the most fun to drive and technologically advanced sedan in the model’s nearly 50-year history. Inspired by the timeless design and human-focused values of past Civics, designers and engineers prioritized Honda’s human-centered design philosophy, which maximizes the total environment for the driver and passengers, while minimizing the space needed for mechanical components. The goal is to increase the driver’s ability to enjoy the car safely. The result is a sporty new look and an all-new simple and sporty interior that advances essential Civic values of uncluttered design, simple ergonomics and exceptional visibility. As Honda gears up for Civic’s arrival in dealerships this summer, the Honda Civic Tour returns on April 28. For its 20th anniversary, Civic Tour is going virtual this year, with two tour stops. The April 28 headline event will be live streamed on the Live Nation Channel on Twitch and the second stop will be live streamed on the Honda Stage YouTube channel this summer. Starting at 5:00 p.m. PT, the April 28 virtual concert event on Twitch will also give Civic Tour fans a special first look at the all-new 2022 Honda Civic Sedan around 6:00 p.m. PT, leading into the performance. As previously announced, the all-new Civic Hatchback will follow Civic Sedan production by several months. Details about Civic Hatchback, to be manufactured by Honda in the United States for the first time in its history, will follow later this year. The Civic Hatchback will be built at the company’s Indiana auto plant. More information about the all-new Civic Sedan, including photography, video and specifications, will be released on April 28. Source Article: https://hondanews.com/en-US/releases/honda-offers-first-look-at-all-new-11th-generation-civic-sedan

The 2021 Honda CR-V, Passport and Odyssey have each won U.S. News & World Report “Best Car for the Money” awards in the magazine’s 2021 new car rankings. CR-V captured the compact SUV title. “The CR-V is proof that a top-ranked car doesn’t have to be a budget buster,” said U.S. News & World Report Executive Editor Jaime Paige Deaton. “Critics and buyers alike love how easy the CR-V is to live with. Its low ownership costs are the perfect complement to the CR-V’s practicality.” Passport prevailed in the 2-row SUV category. “The Passport is the perfect example of a car that balances value and quality,” said Deaton. “Though it isn’t the least expensive SUV in its class, it offers great long-term value, with plenty of space and comfort, and strong recommendations from critics. The Honda Odyssey triumphed in the minivan class. “Given how roomy and upscale the cabin on the Honda Odyssey is, you might be surprised to find that it’s not a budget buster,” Deaton noted. “While it’s not the cheapest minivan on the market, it does have the best combination of quality and value.” The “Best Cars for the Money” awards methodology combines measures of quality and value to create an overall award score. Quality is measured by the overall score a vehicle achieved in the U.S. News car rankings at the time the awards are published. The rankings, updated monthly at www.usnews.com/cars, compare cars based on safety, reliability, and a consensus of industry experts’ opinions. Value is measured by a combination of a vehicle’s five-year total cost of ownership and the average price paid for the vehicle at the time the awards are published. Source Article: https://hondanews.com/en-US/honda-automobiles/releases/release-0d4299c7fc28e9f9054be9d0073801d3-2021-honda-cr-v-passport-and-odyssey-named-best-cars-for-the-money-by-us-news-world-report