Honda North Blog

The 2009 Honda Fit has been redesigned for this year and has had some very tasteful amenities added for this model year.  The Honda Fit, released in the United States in 2006, has been one of Honda's most popular sellers for the 2006, 2007, and 2008 model years due to fantastic styling, excellent fuel economy, and great roominess of a compact car.  The 2009 Fit is slightly larger than its predecessor, but the fuel economy is actually better than in previous years.  There are now additional options available for 2009 including, but not limited to, Honda Factory Navigation and Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) Traction Control.  Such other amenities such as USB Audio Auxilaries and front passenger arm rests are just small example of the additional features that Honda has included in the new car this year.  For further information on the newly redesigned Honda Fit and Fit Sport, please call 800-786-2756 or email at info@hondanorth.net.

The 2009 Honda Pilot is here and ALL new.  This machine has been completely redesigned and is winning fantastic praise from various sources.  Honda has been recently releasing fresh new accessories for your 2009 Pilot that will make you stand out from others on the road.  From lower grill garnishes to multiple running board options, wood packages and a chrome grills,  the new Pilot is able to be customized to YOUR particular taste.  Here are some of the beautiful accessories that I have added to my 2009 Pilot.  Please call our Sales or Parts personnel for more information on the new Pilot and Accessories at 800-786-2756.  Thanks for looking!

It’s being speculated that this is the worst time in the automotive industry in over 15 years.  Fuel prices are at record highs, large vehicle values at record lows.  It’s difficult to turn on the TV, your computer, or open the newspaper without reading some dismal news regarding the economy, fuel prices, etc.

Chrysler recently announced that as of 8-1-08, they will no longer lease vehicles.  General Motors may be considering the same.  Monthly losses each of these manufacturers incurs are into the hundreds of millions per month.  They are searching for ways to stop the bleeding.  Even Toyota, arguably the world’s strongest automotive manufacturer is reporting that sales are down over 12% YTD for 2008.  Through June 2008, only one auto maker is reporting sales increases; American Honda Motor Corporation. 

American Honda is increasing production forecast of vehicles 9.7%.  Honda cars are selling at record levels because of several factors:  1. Honda has the highest resale value of any automobile manufacturer producing cars in the United States today. This is partly due to the fact that a Honda will have a longer life than most of its competitors.  2. Honda has had the highest fuel economy of any manufacture producing cars in the U.S. for years, and 3. Honda has one of the lowest ownership costs of any vehicle on the road.  Consumer Reports recently released an article directly comparing the Honda Accord vs. the Hyundai Sonata.  The article stated that you can buy a Sonata for approximately $1500 less on average than an Accord, but they then proceeded to explain that the Sonata will cost you approximately $2500 more to own than the Accord over a 5 year period.  This is due mainly to maintenance cost required on the car (that are not covered under warranty) and the significantly higher resale value of the Honda Accord.

If you would like further information on Honda cars and trucks, please call 800-786-2756 and ask for any of our Sales Professionals.  We would be happy to answer any questions that you may have.