Honda Named Most Trust Brand, Best Value Brand and Best Overall Brand

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Hamilton Auto Blog

There is once again exciting news for Honda! New-car buyers have spoken in our favour and recognized the Honda Brand as the “Most Trusted Brand” for the second consecutive year and as the “Best Value Brand” for the third year in a row in Kelley Blue Book’s 2013 Brand Image Award study. Additionally, Honda received the top award this year for “Best Overall Non-Luxury Brand” giving us more awards than any other car brand.

These awards are based on consumer automotive perception data from Kelley Blue Book Market Intelligence’s Brand Watch study, which surveys more than 12,000 new-vehicle shoppers each year on Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com. Honda received top honors by capturing the highest average score from the combined ratings of all non-luxury models. Jack R. Nerad, executive editorial director and executive market analyst, Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com was quoted as saying “Honda was named Best Overall Brand by non-luxury shoppers, which speaks to Honda’s stellar reputation and brand leadership in the minds of consumers.”

We encourage you to visit Image Honda and view our award winning line-up of vehicles. With incentives and bi-weekly leasing for as little as $77 you won’t be able to turn down a test drive!

By Amy Cochren

Credit: Honda Canada

Chevrolet unveils the 2014 Corvette Stingray Convertible

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Hamilton Auto Blog

When the 2014 Corvette Stingray was unveiled earlier this year at the Detroit Auto show, we were all left wondering – What about the convertible Stingray? When will it make its’ debut?

Our minds were put to rest today as the 2014 Corvette Stingray Convertible was unveiled at the Geneva Auto Show.

The convertible Corvette Stingray comes with almost everything you would find on the coupe version. The only notable changes are limited to accommodating the folding fabric top and repositioned seatbelts. Unlike other convertibles, the top can be dropped at speeds of up to 50km/hour. The key fob can also be used to raise or lower the top remotely.

“The convertible has been a part of the heart and soul of Corvette since the very beginning in 1953,” said Ed Welburn, General Motors Vice President of global design. “With the all-new Corvette Stingray, we designed and developed the coupe and convertible simultaneously. As a result, the Corvette Stingray offers an open-top driving experience with no compromise in performance, technology or design.”

If the Stingray Corvette wasn’t enough already, the convertible takes it another step higher. We can’t wait to see it out on the open road.

Source: GM

2013 Canadian International Auto Show

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Hamilton Auto Blog

This year’s Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto brought with it huge crowds, gorgeous vehicles and exciting exhibits from the manufacturers. Here at AutoHwy, we aren’t afraid to admit that this year brought some thrilling models.

Among some of this year’s most exciting were the concept vehicles. Stealing everyone’s attention was the Honda Urban Small SUV concept. Striking in its appearance, it glistened under the lights on display and stopped everyone in its tracks. This “concept” is soon to become a reality since it is set to be released in the United States later next year.

Another popular favourite was the Chevrolet concept cars – Tru 140 S and Code 130R . At their exhibit, Chevrolet actually engaged visitors by creating a voting booth of sorts, allowing individuals to vote on which concept car they would like to see become a reality!

Perhaps one of the most exciting models at the show was the Canadian debut of the 2014 Chevrolet Stingray Corvette. This 450 horsepower vehicle can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/hr in less than 4 seconds! Now for the good and the bad…it can be yours for approximately $115,000.

If you didn’t have an opportunity to make it to the show this year, feel free to browse our Facebook album and see what General Motors and Honda had to offer!

If you are interested in purchasing a vehicle in one of our award winning line-ups, please visit us today at www.imagehonda.com or www.queenstonchev.com

By: Amy Cochren

The 2013 Best New Technology Award goes to….

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Hamilton Auto Blog

The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) has awarded General Motors with the 2013 Best New Technology award for its new innovation in technology and safety, the front centre airbag. The front centre airbag is a first in the automotive industry. It’s been designed to keep drivers and front passengers safe in far side impact crashes.

Geoff Bailey, Canadian engineering manager said, “Delivering innovative technologies that make a difference for our customers is critical to our mission to design, build and sell the world’s best vehicles.”

The air bag deploys from the right side of the driver’s seat and positions itself between the front row seats near the centre of the vehicle. It is designed to provide restraint during passenger side crashes when the driver is the only front passenger. In case of impact when driver and front passenger are both in the car, the airbag acts as an absorbing cushion between driver and front passenger.

You can find the Front Centre Airbag in the new 2013 Buick Enclave, GMC Acadia and Chevrolet Traverse, which are all available at Queenston Chevrolet on Centennial and Queenston on the Mountain. Visit us at www.queenstonchev.com for more information.

By Nerissa Mohamed

Credit: GM Canada

WHAT WERE YOU THINKING WHEN YOU NAMED YOUR CAR?!

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Hamilton Auto Blog

Last night was a rough night for Sophia – she hates driving in the snow! Every time we came to a stop she would skid to a halt, but that’s because she hasn’t gotten her snow boots, I mean snow tires put on yet. We’re planning to get that done ASAP. In case you are wondering who Sophia is, that would be my car. YES, I named my car…well actually, my girlfriend named my car when I bought her in September. For as long as I have known my friend, we have been calling her car “Heidi the Hyundai”. So naturally, when my other friend purchased her Rogue only a couple weeks before me, she was called “Rosie the Rogue”, followed by my beloved “Sophia the Sonic”.

Now, you’re probably doing one of two things – either you’re laughing at the fact I have named my car or you’re relating to me because you, too, have named your vehicle. Here at the dealership, everyone knows who Sophia is. I frequently get asked, “How is Sophia?” In fact, my boss even texted me a couple weeks ago after a major storm, to ask if “Sophia made it safely to work”, sparking some laughs amongst my co-workers who drive SUVs!

Your car is a big investment – you spend hours in it every week, typically have it for many years and you invest a lot of money maintaining it. Your car is even there for some of the biggest moments in your life! Maybe it got you to the hospital for the birth of your child or took you on the best road trip of your life. Whatever the reason may be, naming your car is not uncommon. In fact, I know just as many people who name their car as those that don’t. So for all of you people who are ashamed to admit that you have named your car, I say embrace it! At the end of the day, it always sparks some laughs and you will be surprised how many people will call your car by its name!

If you would like to show your car some love, visit our service departments at www.queenstonchev.com or www.imagehonda.com

By: Amy Cochren

AutoHwy Holiday Gift Guide

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Hamilton Auto Blog

AutoHwy’s Holiday Gift Guide

Heated Ice Scraper ($10-$20)

This is a practical and useful gift for anyone getting into a vehicle this season. For emergencies and for everyday use, a heated ice scraper gets the job done quicker than a regular ice scraper when you’re strapped for time.

http://www.sears.ca/product/totes-heated-ice-scraper/645-000105056-71588

Remote Key Finder ($10-$20)

If you have a loved one who’s constantly misplacing their keys, this is the perfect gift for them. This is an affordable gift that will come in handy.

http://www.amazon.ca/Wireless-Locator-Control-Cellular-batteries/dp/B000TD50HQ

Chevy Bowtie Utility Bag – ($30-$40)

These stylish Chevrolet utility bags are a great gift for the man or woman in your life who also happens to be a car enthusiast. Get a bag in the shape of the signature Chevy bowtie in whichever colour you like. There are a wide range of colour options for this gift idea.

http://www.chevymall.com/Chevrolet-Bowtie-Utility-Bag/productinfo/JS633/

Plasmaglow™ – Neon GloStix – ($20-$30)

Neon Glostix tubes by plasmaglow are an affordable way to highlight a vehicle wherever you want it highlighted – under the dash, in the trunk, etc. The sticks provide a neon glow of the colour of your choice. A very funky gift idea.

http://www.plasmaglow.com/neon-glostix

Fanmats™ – Carpet or Vinyl Car Mats ($45-$100)

These car mats are made for sports fans. You can have your loved ones’ favourite team’s logo on either a vinyl or carpet car mat for their car. Fanmats™ offers all sorts of floor mats and rugs that span across NFL teams, MLB teams, NBA , NHL, and military mats. A great gift for a sports fan.

http://www.fanmats.com

15 Piece Car Wash Kit ($30-$40)

Everyone likes their vehicle looking clean and attractive. This car wash kit provides everything you need for a thorough car wash in an organized kit with the Honda logo imprinted on it. The kit includes a car wash brush, spray gun, glass cleaning brush, tire brush, cotton cleaning brush, windshield cleaner, sponges, gloves and hose adaptors.

http://www.honda.ca/parts-service/merchandise

Remote Car Starter ($120 – $400)

When the winter sneaks up on us we all wish we had a remote car starter to warm up the car long before getting in. This would be a great gift for loved ones who are always waking up extra early just to get the car defrosted and warm. It’s a little bit pricey but definitely a useful gift for any driver.

http://www.mass.ca/productshow.asp?id=35&vehicleId=0

2013 Honda Accord Preview

Posted on October 22, 2012 by Hamilton Auto Blog

This video gives a brief introduction to the 2013 Honda Accord and is the first video in our Accord Series. If you are interested in the 2013 Honda Accord or any other vehicle in the award winning Honda line-up, please contact us at 1-888-375-5914 or visit us at http://www.imagehonda.com

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