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Image Honda’s Used Vehicles – 2010 Honda Accord EX .

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Priced right! Gorgeous Accord Coupe! Sunroof! If you’re looking for an efficient and powerful vehicle this is the one you want. The large interior in this Accord is another added bonus. You get the looks of a coupe with the space of a sedan. You’ll enjoy a smooth and quiet ride in this accord EX coupe. A great family vehicle – you can’t go wrong with an Accord. Consider the reliability that Honda has to offer and then ask yourself if you should come in for a test drive. The answer is yes. Come over to Image Honda today!

Proudly serving these communities, Hamilton, Niagara, Burlington, Oakville, Binbrook, Dunnville, Milton, Brantford, Ancaster, Waterdown, Flamborough, Cambridge, Dundas, Stoney Creek, Glanford, Smithville, Grimsby, Caledonia, Winona, Cayuga, Chatham, St. Catherines, Welland, Haldimand, Hagersville, Mississauga, Brampton, Toronto, Kitchener, Waterloo, Etobicoke, Guelph and more!

KEEPING YOU AND YOUR VEHICLE SAFE THIS WINTER

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No matter how many times we do it, driving in wintery conditions never gets easier or less frustrating. Driving in snow can be risky and you must always be prepared for the unexpected. When bad weather does strike, we recommend staying off the roads if possible. 

Did you know that snow and ice are more slippery at 0 C than at -20 C or below? It’s a common misconception that the colder the temperature the worse the roads – be aware this isn’t the case.  Even at 4 C there can be black ice on the roads. Always keep a safe distance between yourself and another vehicle as sudden braking can cause skidding.

Few things are more annoying than when you need to get somewhere and you find your car buried in snow.  Although it is tempting to quickly clear your windows and go, it can be dangerous for both you and those driving around you.  See and be seen – make sure that you properly remove all snow and ice from your hood, windows, lights, roof as well as the rear part of your vehicle.  It is also a good idea to take the brush and clear any snow or ice between your wheels and under your bumper.

Transport Canada has put together a highly informative booklet on Winter Driving Safety Tips.   This book is free and highly useful.  It can be viewed online or printed off to keep in your glove compartment.

Some tips in the booklet include:

  • Preventing problems before they occur
  • Getting your vehicle winter ready
  • How to prepare for driving in poor weather
  • Avoiding collisions

To view or download a copy please visit Transport Canada http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/roadsafety/safevehicles-safetyfeatures-winterdriving-index-693.htm

If you are interested in purchasing winter tires for your vehicle or would like to make sure your car is ready for winter, please visit us at www.imagehonda.com or www.queenstonchev.com

By: Amy Cochren

Credit: Transport Canada

AutoHwy Holiday Gift Guide

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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.

totes

 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.  

key finder

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.

chevy bowtie

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.

plasmaglow

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.

fan mats

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.

honda kit

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.car starter

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

 

 

 

 

 

Honda Accord and Fit Receive Car and Driver Magazine’s 10 Best Car Award!

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Honda does it again!  We are pleased to announce that the 2013 Honda Accord and 2013 Honda Fit have been honoured, yet again, with Car and Driver Magazine’s “10 Best Cars” Awards.    This prestigious and highly competitive award is not new to Honda.  The Accord has achieved Car and Driver’s “10 Best Cars” status a record 27 times in the 31 years this competition has been held.  Not to be outdone, the Honda Fit holds the title in each of the 7 years it has been for sale in North America!


So, how does Car and Driver conclude what qualifies as a “10 Best Car”? Each September, the editors of Car and Driver test all 2013 models under $80,000, as well as returning winners.  Over the course of a week, they test-drive these vehicles a combined distance of over 15,000 miles before reaching a decision.

If you are interested in test driving the 2013 Honda Accord, 2013 Honda Fit or any of our vehicles in the award winning line-up – please visit us at www.imagehonda.com or call us at 1-888-375-5914
By: Amy Cochren

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Car and Driver
Honda Canada

2013 Honda Civic Reveal

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Yesterday, Honda Canada revealed the first look at the 2013 Honda Civic Sedan.  Not expected to make its debut until the 29th of November at the Los Angeles Auto Show, the 2013 Civic has a much more sculpted front end, with an open mouthed lower bumper and honeycomb mesh grille.  The new styling also presents a new rear bumper design and new rear trunk lid, which is capped with a chrome trim piece.

Dave Jamieson, assistant vice president for Honda Canada Inc. was quoted as saying “We believe that combining a host of exterior refinements with additional feature content and infusing the 2013 Honda Civic with a more youthful and premium style, we have made the best-selling passenger vehicle in Canada that much better.”

The full features of the 2013 Honda Civic won’t be revealed until November 29th at the Los Angeles Auto Show, but from what we can see, with its new styling and content additions, the 2013 Civic is both youthful and fun to drive!

If you are interested in purchasing the 2013 Honda Civic, it will be going on sale, mid-December at Image Honda.  Please feel free to visit us at www.imagehonda.com or call us at 1-888-375-5914.

By: Amy Cochren

Credit: Honda Canada Inc.

Image Honda – Accord Series Part 2: HondaLink & Aha

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Watch part 2 of our 2013 Accord Series presentation, as we take an introductory look at the HondaLink and Aha system. Stay tuned for part 3 of our series, when we take a look at Honda`s Earth Dream Technology.

If you have any additional questions or would like more information on the 2013 Honda Accord, please visit us at www.imagehonda.com or contact us at 1-888-375-5914.

Distracted Driving: How you can prevent it!

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We all know that distracted driving is dangerous, but are we aware how dangerous it truly is?  Ontarians have now had a couple years to get used to the “new” law, banning hand held devices while driving, yet we continually see people texting, using their mp3 players, GPS units and the like.  The law, which was put in place on October 26, 2009, makes it illegal for drivers to talk, dial, email or text using hand held devices.  Additionally, it prohibits drivers from viewing display screens that are not related to operation of the vehicle.

Do you know your crash odds?
People texting while driving are 23 times more likely.
People talking on a cell while driving are 4 to 5 times more likely.
People who read while driving are 3 times more likely.
Individuals applying makeup while operating a vehicle are 3 times more likely.
Individuals reaching for a moving object while driving makes you 9 times more likely.
Dialing on a mobile device makes you 3 times more likely.

What is alarming given these statistics is how many people don’t take this offence seriously.  According to a study completed at the University of Utah, distraction caused by cell phones or mobile devices delay someone’s reaction time the same as an individual driving with a blood alcohol level of 0.08.  Furthermore, driver distraction is a factor in about 4 million motor vehicle accidents in North America each year.

In recent years we have seen a great improvement with in vehicle technology. Most new vehicles are now equipped with devices such as; Bluetooth, OnStar and HondaLink.  These are all programs that can help drivers embrace the new distracted driving laws. There are also new smartphone applications that have been made available to drivers.  One such app is called “Text Ya Later,” (Android only) which allows you to create a message letting others know that you are driving and will text them later.  This message can be set so that it is automatically delivered when activated.  Another application, more suited to parents, is “Mobile Tattletale”. (For a list of supported devices, click here)  When installed on a mobile device and the driver is moving, Tattletale will generate a warning message to the parent’s phone, giving them the ability to temporarily disable their child’s mobile device until the vehicle has come to a stop.  Keep in mind that while these new technologies are helpful, for your safety and those around you, it is best to keep your eyes on the road and save the distractions for later.

If you are interested in purchasing a new vehicle or would like more information on OnStar or HondaLink, please visit us at www.imagehonda.com and www.queenstonchev.com

By: Amy Cochren

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CAA http://distracteddriving.caa.ca/education/index.php
MTO http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/safety/distracted-driving/index
Ontario Provincial Police http://www.opp.ca/ecms/index.php?id=545
go.drive www.godrivemag.com
http://mobiletattletale.com/supported-devices