Will Winter Return With a Vengence?

‘Tis the season to prepare for winter driving.  Route 23 Honda would like to remind our customers that regular maintenance and seasonal check-ups can help prevent unexpected repair costs and breakdown. 

Route 23 Honda, along with AAA, recommend the following Winter Car Care Checklist:

Battery and charging system test, tire tread and inflation, maintaining proper fluid levels, wiper blades and or inserts, operation of lights and signals and an emergency road kit containing jumper cables, warning signal such as flares or triangle, siphon, blanket, flares or glow sticks, gloves, flashlight and tire gauge.

The Farmers’ Almanac predicts: Real winter weather will return to areas from the Great Lakes into the Northeast. Most Eastern states as far south as the Gulf will experience snowier than normal conditions and cooler temperatures.

Don’t let “Old Man Winter” put you and your family at risk this winter. Take care of your vehicle maintenance now so it will take care of you this winter season.

2013 Honda Accord Sport

Looking to score that last minute Holiday Gift for the person who has it all? Check out the 2013 Honda Accord Sport. Take a look at our YouTube account where Sales Manager Mike Lee introduces the 2013 Accord Sport.

The newly redesigned Accord Sport is a combination of the entry-level model and the top of the line model and brings you the best of both worlds. With 189 Horsepower under the hood, standard fog lights, dual chrome exhaust tips and projector halogen lights the Accord Sport is a more aggressive model than in the past.

So if you're still searching for that holiday gift, stop by Route 23 Honda today to learn more about the Honda Accord Sport, or check out our inventory here. From our family to yours we want to wish you all a Happy and Healthy Holiday Season.

Evening Service Special

Make sure your Honda is in top shape for the coming winter months. Nothing can be worse than being stuck on the side of the road as the snow is falling. Take advantage of our Evening Service Special. Our service bays are open till 7pm, enough time for you to stop by after work.

Is your Honda due for a front or rear brake job, 15 or 30,000 mile service or a 4-wheel alignment? Route 23 Honda has an offer for you. Check out our Evening Service Special along with our many specials on our Route 23 Honda Offers site.

Happy Honda Days

Looking for the greatest holiday gift to place under the tree for your loved one this year? What can be better than saying Happy Holidays than by surprising them with a new 2012 Civic. Here at Route 23 Honda during our Happy Honda Days sales event we have a large selection of 2012 Civic’s available.

With its 28 mpg city and 39 highway, this is one holiday gift that will save them money throughout the year. Besides the gas factor, your loved one will love the ride and feel of this sedan. The 2012 Civic has more interior features and interior space than the competition. Safety will never be an issue when it comes to your loved one traveling as the Civic comes with six standard airbags, 4-wheel disc brakes, brake assist and traction control.

Take advantage of our holiday special with 0.9% APR for 60 months on select Honda models. Check out our current 2012 Civic selection by visiting our online dealership, or by stopping by our showroom today. Nothing says Happy Honda Days like a brand new 2012 Civic.

Quick Mobile Apps for Your Holiday Road Trips!

Planning on packing up your Honda for your holiday trip to your grandparent's house? Don’t forget to pack your smart phone with the best road trip apps out there. The reliability of your Route 23 Honda along with these apps will help you make the best of any winter fun!

We all know the great gas mileage your Honda can get, but running out of gas on the way to Grandma's house will dampen your spirits. Don’t get stuck in the middle of the road with an empty tank, when you can be having a feast on Grandma's great cooking, check out the staff favorite Gas Buddy (Free) app to find the cheapest and closest gas stations around. Using this GPS enabled app will help to ensure that your gas tank never runs on “E”. 

Another staff favorite is Hotel Tonight (Free), which can help you find last minute hotel rooms with discounts up to 70% off. After all of your holiday eating nothing is better than resting your head on a soft pillow knowing that your Honda is safe outside. After a restful night sleep there is nothing better than waking up and getting into your car and exploring the town with your grandparents.

Check out Roadside America ($2.99), Roadside America helps you find the funny and truly unique points of interest as you’re traveling. Never miss another giant twine ball, crazy museum or state statues. Has over 8,000 + attractions, and wonders along the highway drive. Share your stops along the way as well.

No matter where you travel or what apps you use, you can always depend on the reliability of your Route 23 Honda. We can’t wait to hear about your latest road trip once you return! Post your trip photos and tag us on Instagram so we can post your trip photos on our Facebook wall! 

Remember not only does American Honda Motor Co., Inc. offer an automobiles app which is also free and downloadable, our website is complete mobile ready and easy to bookmark and use for quick info on our service, parts and sales departments. As communication stems to different platforms we are constantly doing our best to open up those channels to better serve our customers.

We are here for you. Now go out fill that tank in your Honda and enjoy your holiday trip to your grandparent's!

Dealer Mobile: http://m.route23honda.com

(visit on your smartphone and bookmark us today)

Superstorm Sandy Reviews

Parking Garage for our new inventory 300+ cars

After Superstorm Sandy ripped through New Jersey, many of our neighbors, family and friends suffered severe damage to their homes andvehicles. In the days that followed, here at Route 23 Honda, we opened our doors to those affected and in turn served as a collection hub. Now that many are heading back to normalcy, we will continue to offer our support and services to those in need.

Floor 3 Pilots, CRVs and Odysseys

While many dealerships had suffered great losses to their inventory, here at Route 23 Honda we were lucky to suffer only slight damage and loss. A majority of our new inventory is kept in our garage deck behind the dealership, which can house up to 300 new vehicles. With no damage to these vehicles, we were able to get many of those who had lost their cars back on the roads sooner.

We want to thank our customers who have turned to us in these hard times. Many of our recent customers took to our DealerRater site to give us rave reviews following Superstorm Sandy. 

We lost our 2010 Honda CRV to Sandy and knew we wanted to stay with Honda. Route 23 Honda came recommended to us by a family member who has purchased more than two cars from Route 23. After meeting with Alton Brown we know why our brother in law stays with this dealership. The service was wonderful and everyone made us feel like they cared and understood what we had been thru. Mr. Alton Brown was very friendly and made the wholeexperience a very pleasant and because of our experience with him and the others at Route 23 Honda we would recommend this dealership to our friends and family. –Pbrose39

 Our staff is here to provide you with the best quality car buying process around and if that means you feel we need to make improvements, we are more than happy to listen to your suggestions. Whether you prefer to contact us in-person, through online review sites or our various social media platforms, we are always open to customer reviews.

Tires Do More Than Just Go Round and Round

Did you know that the tires you can purchase at BJ’s, Costco and other retail facilities are not going to provide the same quality handling and ride as the original tires that you had purchased with your vehicle?  Honda vehicles are subjected to many rigorous tests prior to being released for purchase. One of the many tests is used to determine which tire matches the vehicle’s needs.  Honda looks at:

·       Safety

·       Riding

·       Handling

·       Noise

·       Effects on fuel economy

 

Even though you can purchase Dunlop, Bridgestone or Michelin tires, be aware that they are not the same quality as the tires that are purchased through Route 23 Honda.  The handling characteristics are not the same; they can be noisier and cause your fuel mileage to drop.

 

One of the advantages of purchasing or servicing your vehicle at Route 23 Honda is that we offer Nitrogen Fill for your tires.  Nitrogen is denser than air and this density will prevent the loss of tire pressure (due to drastic temperature change), improve fuel economy and also help to extend the life of your tires.  Nitrogen fill also comes with a 1-year roadside warranty. Why chance your vehicle safety by purchasing or servicing your car anywhere else?

 

Tips on how you can expand the life of your tires:

·       Check the tire pressure when the tires are cold (or have not been driven recently)

·       Rotate your tires

·       Have an alignment every year or every 15,000 miles

·       Try to avoid potholes in the road (I know that we are in NJ)

·       Avoid Erratic driving habits 

Three Years Free Maintenance

Here at Route 23 Honda, we are proud to offer our greatest lease offeryet! Any 36-month lease on a 2012 Civic, Crosstour or Odyssey comes with free service for the life of your lease. What can be better than driving around in your brand new 2012 Honda Civic, Crosstour or Odyssey? The peace of mind you will have knowing that your next three years of scheduled service are on us. Lease offers include $142 a month for a Civic Sedan LX, $275 a month for a Crosstour 2WD and $254.95 a month for the Odyssey.

No longer will you have to pay every six months or 6,000 miles for your oil change and tire rotation. Now you will be able to take that money you normally would have spent on your vehicle maintenance and save up for the coming holidays. All you have to do is stop by our Express Service center and half an hour later you will be back on the road.

 Hurry in today as this offer is only valid through January 2, 2013 or while the 2012 models last. Be sure to stop by our showroom or to check out our online inventory of these 2012 models.

*Every 6 months/6,000 miles to include oil change and tire rotation. Up to 6 times allowed within lease terms. All other maintenance or wear & tear is vehicle lessees responsibility.

Helping You While You Help Others

Hurricane Sandy has in one way or another affected us all. As we start the recovery process we need to come together as a community. Here at Route 23 Honda we pride ourselves in our connection to our community and in these days and weeks that follow the destruction, our doors will be open to service our community.

Our service department is open six days a week and can service a variety of makes and models. Whether you own a Honda, Acura, Chevrolet or any other make our service team is happy to meet your needs. Stop by and let us help you and your family get back on the road today.

Our Route 23 Honda and Route 46 Chevrolet showrooms will serve as a collection site for charitable items. We are looking to help you while you’re helping others. When dropping off any charitable items you will receive $10 off today’s service. Schedule your service appointment online or by calling 888-865-7568! Try as she might, Hurricane Sandy can’t take away the sense of community here at Route 23 Honda.

Safety Comes First with the 2013 Honda Accord

There are many reasons to get yourself into the all new 2013Honda Accord, but here at Route 23 Honda we want to give you one more reason. Once you read about our all-new safety features you will be looking to sign your name on the dotted line.

The 2013 Accord comes with the second generation of the Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) Body Structure. In the event of a severe collision the ACE Body Structure will absorb the energy and disperse it evenly around your vehicle. The ACE body design helps to avoid concentrated impact forces that cause passenger injuries.

Along with the ACE Body Structure, the 2013 Honda Accord comes standard with Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA). VSA allows your Accord to enhance stability and predictability especially in poor traction conditions to help you maintain control during understeer and oversteer situations.

Have you found your reason to get yourself into the new 2013 Honda Accord? Be sure to check out our YouTube channel where Sales Manager Michael Lee explains all the latest and greatest safety features packed into this powerful car. Also be sure to search our online inventory of the 2013 Accord.