Category Archives: April 2011

As a Honda Owner, we know you love the environment just as much as we do, which is why we want you to know that Honda earned the #1 ranking as the Greenest Vehicle of 2011 for the 11th year in a row.

Five Honda vehicles earned recognition from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) as being among the “greenest vehicles of 2011.” Iincluded in the list were the Civic Hybrid, Civic Insight, CR-Z Sport Hybrid coupe and Odyssey minivan.

No matter which Honda model you drive, you can help reduce your impact on the environment with these Green Driving Tips from the ACEEE.

* If your vehicle has it, use overdrive gear at cruising speeds. When driving a manual transmission, shift up as soon as possible. Running in a higher gear decreases the rpm and will decrease fuel use and engine wear.

* Try using the vents and opening windows to cool off before you turn on the air conditioner. Air conditioner use increases fuel consumption, increases NOx emissions in some vehicles, and involves environmentally damaging fluids.

* Patronize gas stations that have vapor-recovery nozzles (those black, accordion-looking plastic devices attached to the nozzle) whenever you can.

* Think ahead. Try to anticipate stops and let your vehicle coast down as much as possible. Avoid the increased pollution, wasted gas, and wear on your brakes created by accelerating hard and braking hard.

* Take a load off. Carrying around an extra 100 pounds reduces fuel economy by about 1 percent. Take a few moments to unload your cargo area.

* Keep your tires properly inflated. Tires should be inflated to the pressure recommended for your vehicle; this information is often printed inside the door frame or in your owner’s manual. For every 3 pounds below recommended pressure, fuel economy goes down by about 1 percent. Tires can lose about 1 pound of pressure in a month, so check the air pressure regularly and always before going on a long trip or carrying heavy loads. Underinflated tires can also detract from handling, safety, and how long the tires will last.

* Park in the shade in summer to keep your car cool and minimize evaporation of fuel. If you have to park outdoors, windshield shades can cut down on summer heat and help keep the frost off in the winter.

Well, it may not feel Spring-like just yet in good ol Alberta, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get a head start on cleaning! No better place to start than your car! With these tips your car will be ready for the Summer months, and help keep it in mint condition.

1.Wash and wax your exterior.
2.Refill windshield washer-fluid, preferably with a bug/tar remover. (No one likes splattered, dried up bugs)
3.Flush and refill radiator.
4.Repair and/or replace wiper blades.
5.Check tire pressure.
6.Remove all mats and vacuum the interior of your car. Theres no special science to vacuuming a car, just take 15 minutes and really get in there!
7.Spot treat stains on your cars upholstery. This helps to keep the “new car look”.
8.Use damp cloth or a vinyl protectant to clean your dashboard, vents, and any other hard surface inside.
9.Get an oil change.
10.Schedule an appointment with our Service Department and our expert mechanic to make sure everything is running as it should be.
Well there you have it folks! Follow these simple tips and your car will be glistening like new in the summer sun! When the sun finally decides to come out, that is!

Hope you enjoyed the long weekend!

It’s not often that a minivan is regarded as both stylish and elite, but the Honda Odyssey Touring is changing all that. Fresh off the heels of attaining the highest-possibly safety rating by the NHTSA, the Odyssey has won another prestigious award as one of Ward’s 10 Best Interiors for 2011.

The all-new Odyssey joins the 10 Best Interiors list with some heavy-hitting players, including the luxury Audi A8, BMW X3 xDrive35i and the Volvo S60.

According to Ward’s editor Tom Murphy:

“Minivans don’t get nearly enough respect, but the Honda Odyssey Touring deserves all the accolades we can cram into its generous cargo compartment and 10 cupholders. [Okotoks Honda Note: The 2011 Odyssey actually comes with 15 cupholders.]

“Perfectly suited to cast an air of calm over any road trip with multiple children under the age of 6, the Odyssey impresses with premium features such as 2-tier storage bins in the front doors, a ‘cool box’ refrigerator below the center stack and a third row that is comfortable for adults and easily accessible.”
The all-new 2011 Honda Odyssey redefines the concept of the minivan with a sleeker, stronger and more aggressive presence. New interior features for the 2011 Odyssey add more convenience for families, including:

• Leather-trimmed seating with heated front seats for comfortability
• Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with Voice Activation
• 16.2-inch Honda DVD Ultrawide Rear Entertainment System with HDMI Technology keeps the peace with split-screen viewing capability
• Multi-view rear camera
• Removable 1st row center console with hidden storage
• LATCH child seat anchors in five seating positions, including three positions in the second row to accommodate three child seats simultaneously
• Two captain’s chairs in the second row provide adult comfort with center seat folded down
• One-strap stowable 3rd Row Magic Seat®
• Second- and third-row passenger window sunshades

Come see first-hand what all the buzz is about. Check out the all-new 2011 Odyssey Touring at Okotoks Honda today!

The 2011 Honda CR-V is a powerful and efficient small crossover SUV with a number of great features to crave.

The CR-V is available in four different trim levels: LX, SE, EX and EX-L. The LX comes standard with Vehicle Stability Assist with traction control, anti-lock braking system, daytime running lights, 60/40 split rear sliding fold & tumble seats, MP3/auxiliary input jack, and cruise control. The CR-V SE adds rear privacy glass, 17-inch alloy wheels, steering wheel-mounted cruise and audio controls, and a 160-watt AM/FM/6-disc in-dash audio system with six speakers. Similarly to the SE, the EX trim level is equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels, rear privacy glass and steering wheel-mounted cruise and audio controls, with the added features of a one-touch power moonroof with tilt feature and security system. The EX-L comes with even more great features, including dual-zone automatic climate control, leather-trimmed interior, driver’s seat with 10-way power adjustment, heated front seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated power side mirrors, USB audio interface, and auto-on/off multi-reflector halogen headlights.

Many accessory options are available for both the exterior and interior of the 2011 CR-V. Some of the exterior options include door visors, tailgate spoiler, roof rack, moonroof visor, running boards, front splash guards, and chrome exhaust finisher. The interior options include all-season floor mats, cargo liner, cargo net, rear armrest tray, auto day/night mirror with compass, and second row seat covers. Backup sensors, bass speaker system, and remote engine starter system are also available options for this vehicle.

The 2011 CR-V is powered by a 2.4-liter, 16-valve, DOHC i-VTEC 4-Cylinder engine. The engine produces 180 horsepower. All trims come with a five-speed automatic transmission. All trims are also available in either two-wheel-drive or Real Time four-wheel-drive. The estimated fuel economy is 21 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.

The CR-V comes with plenty of safety features to give you peace of mind on the road. The Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body design enhances crash compatibility and protection in frontal collisions. Other safety features of the CR-V include side curtain airbags with rollover sensor, dual-stage multiple-threshold front airbags and automatic tensioning seat belts.
Comfort and convenience are the words to describe the interior of the 2011 CR-V. This vehicle seats five comfortably, with rear air vents and rear-seat fold-down center armrest. The EX-L has a center console with two beverage holders, a rear dual-deck cargo shelf and upper and lower glove compartments for plenty of storage space.

The CR-V is a “Top Recommended” vehicle, according to Edmunds.com. This powerful crossover SUV was also named Best Resale Value in its class by Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com. There’s something new to crave. It’s the 2011 Honda CR-V.

Visit www.okotokshonda.com for more information on the 2011 Honda CRV’s!

Car and Driver Magazine has named the 2011 Honda Accord and Honda Fit as one of the 10 Best Cars of 2011.

Both cars are no stranger to the prestigious, highly-competitive annual “10Best Cars” award. The Accord has achieved “10Best” status 25 times in the 29 years that Car and Driver editors have been conducting the competition – more than any other vehicle in the award’s history. And the Honda Fit has been honored with a “10Best” award in each of the five years it has been on sale in the United States, since 2007.

Other Honda models have received the prestigious award numerous times, including the Honda Civic (a 5-time winner), the Honda CRX (a 2-time winner), the Honda Prelude (a 10-time winner) and the Honda S2000 (a 4-time winner).

“The Car and Driver ’10Best’ awards are among the most coveted awards in the industry,” said John Mendel, executive vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. “These awards recognize the company’s ongoing emphasis on performance, quality and safety, and Honda is honored to have its vehicles regarded so highly over the years.”

Okotoks Honda has the best selection of new and used Honda models in Okotoks, Calgary & surrounding areas, including the award-winning 2011 Accord and 2011 Fit. Let us help put you in one of the best cars on the road by stopping in today.