Heritage Honda Towson Service Center is Now Open Late
March 9, 2010
At Heritage, we understand getting your car to the shop can be difficult during normal business hours which is why we have extended our service hours. For your convenience, Heritage Honda Towson will stay open until 7pm Monday through Friday. So next time you think about heading to the mall for some evening shopping or dinner, drop off the car at our service center and kill two birds with one stone! Forget leaving work early to pick up your car by 5pm, leave it until 7pm with us and take your time.
Although a Honda Service Center, the Towson location can ensure top notch service for all makes and models. Our team understands that all cars and trucks need regular “check-ups” it just so happens that we specialize in Hondas. You can rest assured that when you schedule your next auto service or car repair, your service needs will be taken care of by our expert auto mechanic technicians.
Heritage Honda of Towson provides an extensive range of auto service repair maintenance services, including oil changes, tune-ups, car brake repair, mufflers, shocks and struts, tires, alignment, climate control, preventive maintenance, air conditioning, performance exhaust, and batteries. Baltimore Honda car repair experts are here to help you whether you need scheduled maintenance, auto repair work, or a manufacturer recall service.
If you would like to schedule a service appointment or have a question regarding your Honda recommended auto maintenance schedule, please contact our Honda service department or just simply fill out our 1-2-3 online service scheduling form and one of our Honda service specialist will contact you. Also, be sure to visit any time and check out our great new Honda auto repair service special & parts offers.
2011 Honda CR-Z – Arriving in Maryland Soon
February 25, 2010
The new CR-Z is the newest sports sedan from Honda. Usually the Eco friendly standards force consumers to forget about joy riding and buy based on practicality, but not with this car. The CR-Z strikes a unique balance and will broaden the appeal of hybrids. It’s a hybrid for drivers who enjoy driving and are unwilling to sacrifice handling and exhilaration for mpg and environmental accountability.
The CR-Z has three driving modes: Sport, Normal and ECON™. EPA estimates this vehicle getting 36 mpg in the city and 38 mpg on the highway and that’s when only driven in normal mode. This may be the first time customers don’t have to compromise economy for performance or vice versa.
The CR-Z is a two-door coupe, with a very sleek and sporty design. People interested in this car want to drive it because it’s fun, not just because it’s green.
Look for this new model in late 2010 as a 2011 model. The 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine, combined with the hybrid system, makes this 122 horsepower vehicle worth the wait. Fear not, both transmission options will be available, a six-speed manual and a Continuously Variable Transmission. If fuel costs are a major concern, go with the CVT model which is estimated to get more miles per gallon.
Keep checking back in to catch the first glimpse of this new futuristic, eco-friendly vehicle when it hits your Heritage Honda showroom in 2011.
Honda Humanoid and Mobility Device
December 29, 2009
In 1986 Honda engineers set out to create a humanoid robot that would have similar qualities of a human being. The new humanoid is the first step in getting that functionality in a robot. ASIMO, which stands for Advanced Step in Innovative Mobility, is the only humanoid robot that can walk up and down stairs on its own and run at speeds up to four miles per hour. This robot has advanced abilities that allow human interaction which allows it to understand and carry out more commands. Tasks include carrying trays, pushing carts, and much more.
Honda hopes that some day it will help elderly or disabled people with day to day tasks like answering the door, getting the mail, remember to take pills or even some day to walk the dog.
This is truly an amazing robot, something out of a sci-fi movie. You have to check this new humanoid out. Watch the video below and check Honda.com for updates on ASIMO.
Also check out the new Personal Mobility Device from Honda. This stuff is fun!
This just reiterates why so many people continue to buy a Honda.
Honda Wins Commercial of the Decade
December 28, 2009
The mad men at Adweek recently voted for the Commercial of the Decade (Super Bowl commercials not included) and Honda took top honors over memorable ads from the last ten years by companies like Nike, Budweiser and Sony. That’s not a big surprise considering Honda often puts a huge amount of effort into its on-air spots. However, the Japanese automaker didn’t win for the commercial you might have expected: “Cog.” Though Honda’s famous commercial that breaks down a European Accord Tourer into a Rube Goldberg-esque machine was also a finalist, it was beaten by another Honda commercial called “Grrr” that’s narrated by Garrison Keillor of all people. You’ve probably never seen it.
Volkswagen also made the list of finalists, but the particular ad chosen out of all the comical VW ads we’ve seen was unexpected as well. Most surprising car maker with a commercial in the finals: Saturn. Who knew…
You can see all the finalists on Autoblog.com, including swear jar, the creepy-funky Philips clowns, a “rabbit panther thingy with turbines on ice,” and the most sad-but-hilarious IKEA commercial we’ve ever seen. As a bonus we included the Gears of War commercial since we think it deserves a mention, and because it’s almost the weekend and it doesn’t always have to be about cars, does it? Follow the jump for the ad-fest.
Source and Video Gallery: Autoblog
Accord, Fit and Odyssey Achieve Residual Value Awards
December 14, 2009
Three Honda Models Achieve Top Value Rating:
Accord, Fit and Odyssey receive ALG’s 2010 Residual Value Awards
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. announced on December 2, 2009 that it has received three Residual Value Awards from ALG. ALG’s 11th annual Residual Value Awards, for the 2010 model year, honored the vehicles in each industry segment that ALG predicts will retain the highest percentage of their original price after a three-year period.
The Accord won the award in the Best Midsize Car category, the Fit was the winner in the Best Compact Car category and the Odyssey prevailed in the Best Minivan category. Since 2001, the Honda brand has earned 20 model awards and six overall brand awards from ALG.
“In a challenging economy, residual value moves up on the list of buyer considerations,” said John Mendel, executive vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. “These ALG awards once again recognize Honda’s commitment to offer high-quality products with long-term value.”
ALG determines the award winners after carefully studying the competition in each segment, historical vehicle performance and industry trends. Vehicle quality, production levels relative to demand, and pricing strategies are among the key factors that affect ALG’s residual value forecasts.
2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
October 16, 2009
When I was growing up, the station wagon seemed to be the way a family moved around.
I remember we had a 1986 Pontiac Parisienne Wagon that would now have qualified for the “Cash for Clunkers,”
but between the back and the luggage rack there was little we could not fit in it; though the ride was not the most comfortable from the pop-up third row seat.
Then came the Mini-Van, which every couple with children seemed to own.
I know my next door neighbor purchased a Honda Odyssey because it was the best, had the most amenities, and met the standard of the neighborhood.
I think I even caught some envious neighbors staring across their yards.
However, with the cost of gas fluctuating and America trying to go Green, it seems change is in the air.
At least according to Popular Mechanic’s Ben Stewart in an article he published nearly two years ago: The face of the American Family vehicle is changing again.
Have you heard the term CROSSOVER? Well, it is just that.
Take a sedan, add parts of the station wagon your parents loved and the Mini-Van you either rode in 
or drove, and “cross” them together.
So, will America really want the Crossover?
Honda is betting on it. The new 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour by American Honda Company is the latest of crossovers to be announced. Not ready for a test drive yet (due out in November), the Crosstour has an upscale interior for 5 passengers and an innovative storage compartment in the rear. It sports a 3.5 liter i-VTEC V-6 engine and is even available in a four-wheel drive version.
With an aerodynamic exterior, the Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) keeps the sporty, low-profile of the Accord.
The interior styling provides a wide body feel with systems inset into the panels and overall a very roomy feel.
The question remains, is this what America wants? Honda rarely makes a mistake, so I am betting this vehicle will be a winner.
I know I am going to be one of the first to run down to the store and take a ride. See you there!
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2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
September 2, 2009
2010 Accord Crosstour Styling Conceals Surprising Versatility. The next evolution of the crossover offers CUV attributes while maintaining a premium sedan feel and a sporty, bold appearance.
TORRANCE, Calif., Sept. 1, 2009 – The all-new 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour evolves the Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) concept by integrating a sleek and aerodynamic shape that blends sporty, low-profile contours with versatile CUV functionality, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today.
“Our concept is to broaden the appeal of the Accord line-up by leveraging traditional Accord strengths of fun-to-drive performance and handling while also adapting to dramatic shifts in the light truck marketplace,” said Erik Berkman, vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. “The Accord Crosstour accomplishes that by offering a modern interpretation of a CUV while integrating the refinement and efficiency of a premium sedan.”
Derived from the Accord Sedan, the Accord Crosstour maximizes car-like ride and refinement, yet maintains capabilities consistent with a CUV’s increased ride height and all-weather potential. The Accord Crosstour’s styling builds on the Accord’s familiar character lines and adds a bolder front grille complemented by a durable lower-body appearance, wedge-shaped C-pillars and an aggressive rear stance. The flowing roofline narrows smoothly into the rear of the vehicle to create an aggressive-looking design, which conceals a unique cargo area that can adapt to large objects that exceed the capacity of a sedan.
“We know SUV buyers like the commanding view of the road that comes with a high eye-point and like the comforts of living with an SUV,” said Berkman. “This vehicle meets the needs of buyers looking for those attributes yet at the same time want an image that is different from a conventional SUV.”
The Accord Crosstour will be positioned at the top of the Accord family when it goes on sale in fall 2009. Additional details will be announced later in the year. An Accord Crosstour Facebook page is available at www.facebook.com/accordcrosstour. Additional media information regarding all Honda products is available here. You may also access more information here.
2001 Honda Accord, Civic recalled due to airbags that are even more explosive than normal
July 22, 2009
Honda is recalling some of its 2001 model year Accord and Civic models due to excessively pressurized airbags. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says that certain airbags in the affected vehicles can deploy so violently that the inflator will rupture. When the bag is deployed, NHTSA says that metal shards from the excessive explosion could act like shrapnel, shoot through the bag and possibly injure vehicle occupants. We’re no crash experts, but that sounds like it would hurt a lot.
Owners of affected 2001 Accords and Civics will be able to bring in their vehicle to their local Honda store where the inflator will be replaced free of charge. Honda hasn’t yet released a notification schedule or disclosed how many of each model will be recalled, but owners can find out more info by calling Honda at 1-800-999-1009. Hit the jump to read the official NHTSA press release.
[Source: NHTSA]
2009 Honda Ridgeline
July 1, 2009
Honda decided to enter the lucrative North American pickup truck segment in 2006 with its Ridgeline. Many were skeptical, journalists and the general public alike, but the vehicle won several awards in its first year. For 2009 onward, the Ridgeline received a modest update to freshen its appearance and improve features.
The biggest changes are up front with an all-new, Pilot-inspired grill, a reworked bumper cover and two extra sets of lights down low — one set acting as daytime running lights, the other as fog lights.
The rear of the updated Ridgeline boasts a freshened set of tail lights, a new lower bumper that now flows into the fender flares and a backup camera lens next to the handle on the tailgate.
Unlike most pickup trucks on the market, the Ridgeline comes only in a one-size-fits-all configuration with four doors, seating for five and a five-foot-long cargo bed.
A unique feature of this cargo bed is a small covered trunk inside. It can be accessed via the tailgate, which both folds down, like other pickups, but also swings to the side for easier access.
Despite its car-like unit-body construction, the Ridgeline can handle off-road duty thanks to its standard Variable Torque Management four-wheel-drive system (VTM-4) and locking rear differential.
The four wheels are driven by a 3.5-liter 250-horsepower V6 engine through a five-speed automatic transmission. A heavy-duty transmission cooler is available.
Expect 15 miles to the gallon in city driving and 20 on the highway.
Three trim levels are offered: the base RT, RTS and top-of-the-line RTL.
Standard features on the Ridgeline RT include an integrated trailer hitch, pre-wiring for 7-pin trailer wiring, trip computer with instantaneous and average fuel economy; air conditioning; tilt steering wheel; power windows and door locks; power sliding rear window; cruise control; keyless entry; automatic heated wiper zone; a six-speaker, 100-watt audio system with CD player with MP3/WMA playback capability; and 60/40 split lift-up rear seat with underseat storage.
The Ridgeline RTS adds alloy wheels; a 7-pin trailer wiring connector; body-color painted door handles; painted inner grille surfaces; a seven-speaker 160-watt audio system with sub woofer and six-disc in-dash audio system; steering wheel-mounted controls; an auxiliary audio input jack; dual-zone automatic climate control, an eight-way power driver’s seat with lumbar support; privacy glass; and all-weather floor mats.
The RTL adds a leather-trimmed interior with heated front seats, 18-inch alloy wheels; fog lights, moonroof, a 110-volt power outlet, XM Satellite Radio, HomeLink remote system, carpeted floor mats, and a compass in the rear view mirror. A Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System with voice recognition is available (and replaces the rear-view mirror interior compass). Vehicles equipped with the navigation system also include Bluetooth HandsFreeLink and a multi-information display.
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Remembering Honda’s 50 years in the U.S. market
May 11, 2009
Nov. 1, 1982: The Marysville, Ohio, plant produces its first automobile--an Accord sedan
Help us prepare for our June 8 Honda 50 special section.
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Whatever your connection to Honda — whether you built, sold, fixed or bought them, or supplied parts to Honda — we want to know all about it.
Automotive News will publish a special section on June 8 reviewing Honda’s 50 years in the United States. Meanwhile, we’ve created a site so you can share your photos, videos and thoughts on Honda’s U.S. journey.
Go to www.autonews.com/hondafifty and upload your photos and video. The site is hosted by YouTube. While you’re there, take a look at historic Honda photos and videos.
And go to www.autonews.com/hondamemories to join in the discussion on Honda’s impact on the American market.
