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The Honda Civic has a long-running reputation among the most respected automobiles. The Civic has been a favorite for decades thanks to its reliability and sensibility. But Honda has a racing heritage, too, and sometimes you want to enjoy that. So let’s cut to the chase. Which Honda Civic is the fastest? The Honda Civic Type R is Built for Speed Even at a standstill, the muscular Honda Civic Type R is a mean-looking machine. The aerodynamic wing on the back of the Type R and center exhaust say, “Don’t mess with me!” This is the fastest Civic there is, but it isn’t available for sale. Not yet. For the first time ever, the Type R will go on sale in the States later this year. Alongside it is another performance model, the Honda Civic Si. The specs for both of these cars demand respect. Honda Civic Type R Engine: Turbocharged 4-cylinder with direct-injection and dual VTC Displacement: 2.0 L 0-60 MPH: 5 seconds (est.) The Type R is expected to be more powerful than the 306 HP previous generation. Honda Civic Si Engine: Turbocharged 4-cylinder with direct-injection Displacement: 1.5 L Similar to the Type R, the new Civic Si is expected to be more powerful than the one that came before it, so you can guess that it will have somewhere between 200 and 300 horsepower. It’s no wonder these two cars are expected to be the fastest production Civics ever. What’s the Fastest Honda Civic You Can Buy Right Now? Deciding on which model you buy from Asheboro Honda will be determined by what power package you want your Honda Civic to be equipped with. Let’s run them down. Honda Civic DX, LX*, EX Engine: i-VTEC® 4-cylinder Displacement: 2.0L Horsepower: 158 Torque: 138 lb.-ft. * (not manual or CVT models) Combined with a lower, longer, and wider stance, the 2017 Civic is an agile and sporty solution to your need for speed. Fuel-saving technology ensures that the extra burst of speed won’t cost you extra trips to the pump, too. And yet you can get an even more powerful Civic when you opt for the EX-T or top-level Touring trim. These models feature the same engine as the upcoming Civic Si, just without any of the sport tuning. Honda Civic EX-T, Touring Engine: Turbocharged 4-cylinder with direct injection Displacement: 1.5L Horsepower: 174 Torque: 162 lb.-ft. It goes without saying that the best way to test the speed of a new Honda Civic is to take one for  a test drive. And the best place to take a test drive is at Asheboro Honda. Choose from our excellent selection of new and pre-owned Honda Civic models. If you want more information on the Civic Type R and the Civic Si, call or visit our showroom in Asheboro, North Carolina. We can keep you updated and let you know when those models are available. They’re sure to have limited availability, so act fast.

Last week, the fifth-generation Honda Odyssey was revealed at the 2017 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The family minivan has been completely redesigned for the 2018 model year. A new Odyssey can only mean that Honda is staying committed to a segment that many manufacturers have dropped out of. Competition among the brands who build minivans has boiled down to a tight race between only a handful of automakers. Once it arrives in showrooms like ours, the Odyssey will have to go toe-to-toe with the likes of Chrysler’s new Pacifica, among others. Keep reading to learn more about the Odyssey’s new and improved features. Find out why Honda understands minivans (and their owners) better than anyone. 2018 Odyssey Adds Family Friendly Seating and Technology Magic Slide Seats The Odyssey will feature Magic Slide Seats, innovative second row seating that gives families more flexibility. You can remove the center section of the second-row to make captain’s chairs. Or you can slide the two outboard seats next to each other for a loveseat configuration. These seats are easily reached from the front row. They also allow passengers to have easier access to the third row. Magic Slide Seats are also easy to remove entirely, giving you the most cargo space of any minivan on the road. CabinTalk This feature is designed to give your voice a rest. Calm your kids down by talking directly into the second- and third-row speakers. You can also communicate directly into the rear headphones if they’re watching a movie. CabinTalk will make connecting to your distracted family members a cinch, and you won’t have to raise your voice to be heard in the way back. Rear-Seat Entertainment Keep your kids from getting restless. Second- and third-row passengers have a 10.2-inch entertainment system. Play videos on the ceiling-mounted, entertainment system. Upload music on the audio system through an app on their smartphones. Driver and Front Passenger Entertainment Drivers and passengers have access to an 8” touchscreen infotainment system. It comes with an easy-to-use knob interface. The single screen is an excellent improvement from the previous Odyssey’s dual-screen system, keeping all the information you need in one place so you don’t have to guess while driving. The new system is compatible with Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™. Improved Performance in the New Honda Odyssey More Powerful Engine The 2018 Odyssey will feature a 3.5L V6 engine with 280 horsepower. This is a whopping 32 horsepower bump from Odyssey’s previous 248. More Transmission Options You have the choice between two types of transmissions. Get a 9-speed transmission in lower trims, and a 10-speed transmission on higher grade models. This a great upgrade from the 6-speed automatic transmission of the older Odyssey. With this change, your ride will be smoother, and you’ll go longer between trips to the pump. Better Handling The 2018 Odyssey has a more responsive power steering system. Its rear suspension has been re-engineered. And its body structure is built from high-strength metals like steel, aluminum, and magnesium. So curb weight drops by 96 lbs. while body rigidity has increased by 44%. The end result is a lighter, stronger, and better-handling minivan. Stay Updated with Asheboro Honda The 2018 Honda Odyssey is set to go on sale this spring. Call or contact us at Asheboro Honda for updates on the 2018 Odyssey and all our latest Honda models. You can also check out our inventory of new or used vehicles if you’re interested in any other Honda models.

Is greater efficiency part of your New Year’s resolutions? It’s certainly a part of Honda’s. The 2017 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell is here, and six lucky recipients just dove head first into much clearer waters. The 2017 Clarity Fuel Cell is starting out by making a home for itself in California, but we’re hoping it makes a trip to the east coast sooner rather than later. Read on to learn more about this new car and the driver’s who got the best Christmas presents of 2016. Honda Clarity Fuel Cell: Clean, Mean, Driving Machine In Torrance, California, six Honda customers got a shiny new Christmas present — the first of Honda’s deliveries of the new Clarity Fuel Cell. The 2017 model marks the third-generation of Honda’s hydrogen-powered sedan, and it’s promising drivers more in every category. Wait, what exactly is this car? The 2017 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell uses hydrogen fuel tanks to give drivers a better mileage range, plus a more environmentally friendly power source. This year, the Clarity features a smaller fuel cell stack, meaning more room for drivers and their passengers. The 2017 Clarity Fuel Cell will comfortably seat five. Not impressed yet? Take a look at the benefits: Honda offers leasees a $15,000 hydrogen fuel card Leasees are eligible to apply for High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) cards. Drivers in CA can say goodbye to traffic, even if they’re traveling alone. 300+ mile driving range with no emissions For now, the Clarity Fuel Cell is available exclusively at twelve dealerships in California, in the proximity of hydrogen fuel stations. Honda will continue to expand on more efficient offerings with an upcoming Plug-In Hybrid and fully Electric Honda Clarity in 2017 and beyond. If you’d like more information about the 2017 Clarity Fuel Cell, or any of Honda’s hybrid cars, don’t hesitate to reach out to the staff at Asheboro Honda. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have, help you schedule a test drive, or keep you posted on the status of Honda’s high efficiency cars in North Carolina.

The holiday season is drawing to a close, but there is one very important celebration left. It’s time to celebrate the conclusion of a great year, and look forward to our goals and intentions for 2017. The team at Asheboro Honda would like to take this time to say “thank you.” Thank you to our friends and family who have supported our dealership. Thank you to our loyal customers who make our jobs fun and worthwhile. Thank you to our wonderful team of employees who make coming to work at Asheboro Honda such a delight. We know 2016 was special because of each of you. We can’t wait to see what 2017 brings for us and for all of our supporters. We wish you safe and enjoyable New Year’s Eve, and a great start to your brand new year. Happy New Year from Asheboro Honda!

Everything about the Honda CR-V Touring communicates the idea of premium. Built-in navigation. Leather seats. Position memory. Each detail helps remind you that an enjoyable adventure awaits. The Honda CR-V is Honda’s compact SUV, or crossover, model. US News ranks it first on its comparative list of compact SUVs and heralds its all-around performance. The CR-V earned especially high marks for fuel economy, cargo space, reliability, and standard features. Although every CR-V comes with an abundance of features, the CR-V Touring is the one model that comes with every possible option. The CR-V Touring looks ready-made for extended camping trips and traversing varied terrains. That doesn’t mean your everyday commute can’t have the same excitement. The attractive interior feels comfortable on any surface. With the powerful audio system (7 speakers and a subwoofer), you can immerse yourself in any mood you want. Adventure, Safety, and Comfort in the CR-V Touring It doesn’t matter if you’re going through a mountain pass or the Interstate onramp. While you’re on your way, the extra safety features in the Touring will help you get to your destination safely. With warnings for lane departure and forward collisions, the Touring gives you unintrusive help with situations you wish weren’t there. On top of that, in the crash tests performed by the IIHS, the Honda CR-V scored the maximum in every category. The CR-V Touring is perfect for buyers looking for a crossover that doesn’t compromise on robustness. This is demonstrated in the power tailgate and roof rails on the exterior, as well as the option for all-wheel drive. Add in ample leg space for rear passengers and 71 cubic feet of cargo space, you’ll get luxury specs without a luxury price tag. The CR-V Touring will always be a muse for those who want to be tempted to drive anywhere. It is the perfect option for practical dreamers with an adventurous edge. If you’re looking for comfort wherever you are, find the CR-V Touring at Asheboro Honda.

The weather has started getting colder as we move towards the end of the year and into the winter season. As all North Carolina residents know, once the first few flakes of snow hit the ground, we need to be able to get to the store for milk, eggs, and bread for that vital snow day French Toast breakfast. Asheboro averages 7 inches of snow each year, so it’s important to have a vehicle that can get you where you need to be, even in adverse conditions. The Honda CR-V is just the vehicle for such an occasion. All Wheel Drive for All Weather and Road Conditions Every trim of the Honda CR-V is available with Honda’s Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System. Unlike a classic 4WD drive system, which requires the driver to select and engage the driving mode, this system is controlled by an electric motor, actively reacting to road conditions and sending power to the wheels where it is needed. The concept is similar to that of an automatic transmission. All the technical aspects are done for you, so you can focus on keeping your eyes and mind on the road. Additionally, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with Traction Control helps keep you safe in icy weather. If you accidentally take a turn too quickly, or if the VSA senses you need extra traction, this system manages the engine’s output and applies the brakes when needed. These systems help you get a grip and stay in control while driving. Snow Big Deal While the snow accumulation in Asheboro may be mild in comparison to some other areas in our state, that isn’t always the case. Some of you might remember the “North American Blizzard” of January 2000, which dropped an incredible 15 inches of snow on our city. Even those residents with All Wheel Drive vehicles like the CR-V stayed inside that day. That storm didn’t even break the record for the biggest snowfall in Asheboro’s history. For that honor, we have to go back to before there was a CR-V, and before there was even a company known as Honda. Asheboro experienced an unprecedented 24 inches of snow on March 2, 1927. This storm virtually shut down the state of North Carolina, with the capital city of Raleigh getting nearly 18 inches and nearby Wilson getting 30 inches. Remember that when it snows, you shouldn’t be out on the roads at all. But if you’re caught out and about when the snow starts, or if there’s an emergency, you’re better off in an all wheel drive vehicle like the CR-V. We invite you to visit our showroom at Asheboro Honda and learn all about the CR-V’s All Wheel Drive system, plus other features that make it a great drive. We’re just a short drive from Greensboro, High Point, and Winston Salem, so you don’t have an excuse not to come down and see us. Everyone on our staff is looking forward to your next visit.

The Honda Accord is one of the best-selling cars in the United States. With all the Accords on the road, why not set yours apart from the pack by personalizing it with genuine Honda accessories? Getting accessories made by the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) ensures they will properly fit your Accord every time. The Body You(r Car) Always Wanted Like tattoos and piercings, body modifications are a great way to set yourself apart from the pack. You don’t need to spend time in a gym to get your Accord’s body looking like you’ve always dreamed. We have plenty of ideas to help distinguish your Honda sedan. A set of 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels will not only turn heads, but they help ensure the longevity of the wheel bearings and suspension joints, saving you from a headache later. A Moonroof Visor gives the roofline a sleek, aerodynamic look, plus it cuts down on wind noise and glare. Give your Accord a superhero alter ego with our snug-fitting vinyl Nose Mask. It may not protect the city from villains, but it helps protect your front end from rock, pebbles, and insects. Finally, you can add extra bulk without carb supplements with body molding and front, rear, and side underbody spoilers. It’s What’s Inside That Counts Everyone can enjoy your car from the outside, but only you spend most of your time inside. Make the interior somewhere you will truly enjoy being with an array of possibilities. Interior Illumination gives you a pleasing glow of light at the foot wells. Ever shift and snag your phone’s charging cable, sending it to your feet? Avoid that problem altogether with a wireless phone charging station! You Accord is great in the snow, but what about your friends trudging through all that snow when they get inside? Our all-season floor mats make cleaning up a breeze! There’s no need to worry about where to buy these genuine Honda accessories.  All these and more are available through the parts department at Asheboro Honda, and our service department will be more than happy to make an appointment to install them on your Accord.

It’s that time of year again. School is in full swing. The forests are alive with brilliant shades of yellow, orange, and red. And the heart of football season means the weekends are packed with activity. If you feel like taking one more trip or spending another day outdoors, you should probably shelve that notion until next spring, right? Wrong. You chose the new Honda Ridgeline, one of the most versatile and capable vehicles on the road. This truck was built for tackling big projects and epic adventures, not to be cooped up in the garage. Save those rainy day projects for another time and make some memories instead. Personalizing your truck with a variety of 2017 Ridgeline accessories will make it easier than ever. Authentic Ridgeline Accessories Are the Only Option The Ridgeline’s accessories have been developed specifically for your pickup, ensuring perfect compatibility and maximizing performance. Unlike all of the ‘universal’ accessories on the market, OEM equipment doesn’t make compromises on their way to meeting your needs. Take for instance a roof rack. While there are dozens of options available, only one was designed and engineered by Honda to work with the Honda Ridgeline. It’s compatible with ski, snowboard, and kayak attachments. In the pickup’s bed, accessories such as the bike attachment, cargo net, tonneau cover, and bed extender work protect your gear and make the truck bed even more versatile. If you need help with organization, the rear under seat cargo tray and in-bed trunk dividers offer a customizable solution that isn’t found anywhere else. Universal products don’t offer this level of flexibility. With these genuine Honda attachments, your next trip will be easier than ever to prepare for. The days are getting shorter, the nights a little bit chillier, and the season of joy and generosity is just around the corner. Give your Ridgeline (or your favorite Ridgeline owner) some accessories to boost its capabilities and turn it into something really special. Asheboro Honda is more than ready to help with all of your accessories and needs. Visit our dealership today to order Honda Accessories, test drive the all-new Ridgeline, or learn about the Asheboro Advantage. We’re in easy driving distance from High Point, Winston-Salem, and Greensboro, so we hope to hear from you soon.

U.S. buyers opt for sedans far more often than hatchbacks. But for drivers who value versatility, and particularly those who frequently load up their car with passengers, there are many benefits of driving a hatchback instead of a traditional sedan. With the Honda Civic Hatchback making a comeback in 2017, now is a good time to consider the advantages you’d have as a hatchback driver. Read below to learn why that fifth door might make your life a whole lot easier. 5-Door Advantage: Benefits of Driving a Hatchback at Asheboro Practicality A hatchback gives drivers more options because of its versatility. Most hatchback cars, like the 2017 Honda Civic, have rear folding seats. This gives drivers the convenience of more cargo space than you would get in the sedan, plus an easier time loading and unloading. Style Hatchbacks boast a shorter rear end and a more sophisticated look than some lengthy sedans. With a unique design and a carefully crafted exterior, the new Civic hatch gives drivers everything they love about a Civic with a fresher, sleeker appearance. Space In addition to more cargo space, hatchback designs typically allow for more headroom. Whether you’re on the taller end of the spectrum or you don’t like to feel cramped behind the wheel of your car, driving a hatchback means more room to relax and unwind. Comparable Efficiency A definite pro of driving a sedan over an SUV is knowing you’ve chosen efficiency (and better gas mileage). But hatchbacks tend to have around the same gas mileage as sedans, so you can enjoy more space and convenience without sacrificing your fuel economy. Resale Value As interest in hatchbacks grows, so does resale value. Hatchbacks are seeing a higher value on trade in than their sedan counterparts. That’s good news for those who want to trade in their 2005 Civic hatchback for the brand new Civic Hatchback. Find a 2017 Civic Hatchback at Asheboro Honda You can now get your hands on the 2017 Civic Hatchback at Asheboro Honda, but don’t hesitate to browse the rest of our inventory. Our staff will be happy to answer any questions you may have about our current or future Honda lineup. We look forward to seeing you in the store. Let us help you schedule a test drive so you can experience all the advantages of a hatchback firsthand.

Most people know Honda for its sturdy sedans and family-friendly SUV’s. But many people are surprised to learn that Honda is also a major player in the auto racing world. In fact, the very first car Honda built in 1963 was a sports car, proof that the corporation and its founder — Soichiro Honda — had a need for speed from day one. The Honda Performance Development, Inc. (HDP) was founded in 1993 and is based in Santa Clarita, California. The HDP specializes in the research, design, and development of racing engines and high-performance parts for open-wheel, sports car, and grassroots racing. Honda racing was on full display at the 2016 Indianapolis 500, where 17 of the 33 total drivers took to the starting line in a Honda racecar including the winner, Alexander Rossi. In fact, Rossi’s victory made it 11 of the last 13 years in which the winning car has sported a Honda engine under the hood. Honda Enthusiasts, Start Your Engines You may not be able to get behind the wheel of a Honda race car and hit the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for some laps, but there are plenty of Honda models that can more than satisfy your need for speed. Perhaps Honda’s fastest car for everyday drivers was the NSX Type-R, or better known to American drivers as the Acura NSX. The first generation of this Honda had 280 horsepower and reached a top speed of 168 MPH. The Honda Accord Coupe EX-L features a 3.5-liter V6 engine that spits out 278 horsepower and is the fastest car in Honda’s current lineup. In addition to rolling some fast cars off the assembly line, the HDP’s two decades of experience designing products for the track has made its way onto the streets, with many of the department’s performance features now showing up in Honda’s everyday inventory. The Honda Performance Development team designs a number of racing-inspired accessories as part of the Honda Racing Line. These include sport suspension kits, superchargers, spoilers, clutches, sport exhaust systems and more designed for Formula, KART, Rally, Touring and Quarter Midget racing. For more information about Honda’s performance-oriented vehicles, parts and accessories, visit your local Honda dealership. If you live near Asheboro, North Carolina, the friendly and knowledgeable associates at Asheboro Honda are always ready to talk shop. Check out our inventory of Honda’s online or stop in to to see us and take one out for a test drive today.

The Honda Civic has long been associated with durability, reliability, and practicality. Now with the all-new Coupe, the Honda Civic can be associated with style, flare, and fun. But the Honda Civic Coupe isn’t just a sedan with two doors missing. Built from the ground up, the Coupe welcomes a new generation of Civic drivers with the same level of trust that’s been cultivated by Honda for years. Review the Coupe Here’s some of the highlights of the 2016 Honda Civic Coupe: Body When sized up vs. the Sedan, the Coupe’s dimensions are shorter in both height and length, giving it a sportier look and feel. The exterior design of the Coupe is available in eight distinct colors and is more sharply angulated to give it that sports car edge. A set of LED headlights and taillights project light out while a power moonroof lets it inside. Interior Despite the more compact design, the Coupe actually sports the same amount of first-row legroom and actually has more hip room in both rows of seats than the Sedan. A driver-centric setup puts everything within arm’s reach, even a center console custom fit to hold a tablet, a wireless phone charger, and a push-button electric parking brake. Driver and passenger will enjoy heated seats while everyone on board will benefit from two cloth and two leather interior color combinations. Performance The Honda Civic Coupe can generate up to 174 horsepower and 162 lb.-ft. of torque with the available 4-cylinder turbocharged engine. All that zip doesn’t come at the expense of fuel efficiency, however, as the Coupe can turn in 31 MPG in the city and 41 MPG on the highway. A six-speed transmission comes available in manual or as a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and is supported by a fully independent suspension system. Technology The Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System does all the directional work for you so you can just grip the wheel and go. A built-in touchscreen display serves as your homebase for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and all of the music, messages, traffic, weather and other apps that come along for the ride. HondaLink® makes smartphone compatibility a breeze in the Coupe. Safety A Multi-Angle Rearview Camera lets you know what’s happening behind the Coupe while a small camera on the sideview mirror provides a live video feed of your blind spots. The available Honda Sensing ®  suite delivers such safety features as Lane Keeping Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Collision Mitigation Braking and Road Departure Mitigation. Honda Civic Coupes for Sale If you want to gain a greater appreciation of the Honda Civic Coupe, check out our available inventory at Asheboro Honda and come on in for a test drive today.

The first generation Honda Ridgeline was retired in 2014 but consumers’ demand for this unique pickup truck did not. After taking a hiatus following nine years of production, fans of this vehicle immediately began wondering when the Honda Ridgeline redesign would happen. The second generation Honda Ridgeline was released in late June of 2016 for the 2017 model year and just like its predecessor, it has the attention of drivers everywhere. Edmunds gave the Ridgeline an ‘A’ rating in its 2017 review, and it’s easy to see why. The New and Improved Honda Ridgeline Pickup The biggest difference you’ll notice in the redesigned Ridgeline is the shape of the body. While the first generation softly blended the cabin and bed together at a 135-degree angle, the new Ridgeline sports a more distinguished, traditional pickup look with a cabin and bed more sharply contrasted at a 95-degree angle. The result is a 28 percent boost in torsional rigidity. Some of the additional changes, specs, and capabilities for this second generation Ridgeline include: An audio system built into the truck bed, perfect for tailgating or for whistling while you work. A bed that is five inches wider and four inches longer than its ancestor. A 3.5L V6 engine that delivers 280 hp – 30 hp more than the previous generation Ridgeline. A fuel economy that’s a combined 5 MPG improvement from 2014. A bed interior that won’t fade thanks to an imbedded UV stabilizer. A drain and locking mechanism for the trunk that’s built into the truck bed. A dual-action swing-open and flip-down tailgate. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A six-speed transmission, up from the previous generation’s five-speed. An 8-inch touchscreen infotainment display. Honda Sensing, a camera and radar system giving drivers increased visibility. There are seven trim levels for the new and improved Honda Ridgeline that are 4x4, start at $31,275, and loaded with available accessories. Need any further reason why you should buy the Honda Ridgeline? To learn more about the redesigned Honda Ridgeline, contact Asheboro Honda or follow us on Twitter. Better yet, stop in and test drive our inventory of Honda Ridgelines for sale to see what you’ve been missing.