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Honda Carland and Honda Carland North are Honda Dealers in Atlanta! Honda Carland has been proudly serving the Atlanta area for over 36 years! Honda Carland North has been serving the Atlanta area for over 4 years. Honda Carland is located in Roswell, Ga, and Honda Carland is located in Cartersville, GA.  The Carland Group’s www.shopcarland.com lists the entire new and used car inventory, so feel free to browse this website.

NEW HONDA CAR DEALERS

Honda Carland and Honda Carland both sell new Hondas!  Here is a brief line up description to get you familiar with what Honda Carland and Honda have to offer. The 2010 Honda Crosstour is a must see. “Just Right” – states USA Today! Honda’s first crossover vehicle boasts 271 HP, and is Honda’s  largest engine in all of the entire Honda Line-up! The all new 2010 Honda Insight Hybrid is also available- the 2010 Honda Insight gets over 40 miles per a gallon- combined. The 2010 Honda Element now features the “Dog Friendly” Package that will provide your dog with a bed, fan, seat covers, no splash dog bowl, and a pet ramp to help your dog get into the bed. The Honda Element has so much versatility and gadgetry!  The 2010 Honda Pilot is more Honda than ever. The 8 passenger Pilot is a mid-size family SUV- that KBB.com recently awarded the “Best Resale Value” . Car and Driver recently awarded the 2010 Honda Accord with the “10 Best Award”, that is the 24^th time the Accord has been awarded the “10 Best”! The Accord is now a “Full Size” vehicle; there is a deceiving amount of room in the Accord! The Accord is offered in a coupe or sedan, and is offered in a 4 or 6 cylinder. The 2010 Honda Civic now comes with a leather package (EXL) , and  IIHS recently awarded the Civic with a five star safety rating! The Honda Civic is no longer a sub compact! In fact, it is now the size of the Accords in the mid 90s! Funny, how times change- even for Honda! If you are looking for a subcompact- the 2010 Honda Fit is the way to go! The Honda Fit has seating versatility and functionality! We recently had a customer drive one all the way to Canada, and with a baby and stroller, so again – Honda has mastered the use of interior space!   The 2010 Honda Odyssey – “ Best Family Car” According to KBB.com, the Honda Odyssey has and will continue to set the standard for the mini-van market. The Odyssey is tried and true, and many of our customers are 2^nd and 3^rd generation Odyssey Owners. Keep in mind, and all new 2011 Honda Odyssey will be taking the stage shortly!  The 2010 Honda CRV is one of the most searched vehicles on www.hondacarland.com, The CRV offers a car-like ride with the functionality andspace to handle most cargo needs. KBB.com awarded the 2010 CRV with 2 awards- a “Top 10” and “Best Resale Value”. Finally, the 2010 Honda Ridgelines boasts one of the most rigid “Closed Box” Frames. The Ridgelines has cargo storage in the bed, and the rear seat easily folds up to place a bike into the cab. The Variable Management System is one of the most intuitive 4wd systems on the Market! The Ridgelines will constantly monitor the tires for traction and feather power to wheels to insure that traction is maximized. The Honda Ridgeline was strong enough to win the 4 titles in 2009‘s mini class, so it should be able to handle GA 400!    

USED CAR DEALERS

Honda Carland and Honda Carland North offer a wide array of Certified Used Hondas, as well as other quality pre-owned vehicles. Majority of our vehicles have received a comprehensive multipoint inspection to insure the vehicle is going to be a reliable used car. Carfax and AutoCheck vehicle history reports are available on www.hondacarland.com, www.hondacarlandnorth.com, and www.shopcarland.com. We also have a budget program that will allow our customers to purchase vehicles that we would normally wholesale. These Budget Vehicles are listed as “Budget” on the inventory pages.  Used Cars in Atlanta are hard to find, so please be sure to visit any of our sites listed above!

Why would anyone purchase tires at a dealer? A question I have heard, but I ask – “Why would anyone not purchase their tires from a dealership?” I have worked for the Carland Group for over 10 years!  I have had the opportunity to work with some of the most knowledgable mechanics in the industry!

Several myths need to be discussed before we can argue proven reasons. The main reason or argument I hear, is because dealers just rip off or cost too much.  Atlanta Honda and Acura dealerships constantly adjust the prices to match immediate competitors. What happens more often, is Carland Service suggests comprehensive maintenance services that will opitmize the performance of your Honda or Acura in Atlanta. Carland Service will also use OEM parts or in our case- Honda Genuine Parts. This blog  is not condeming after market parts, because some are very comparable to OEM parts. At times, Carland Service in Atlanta may offer aftermarket parts to our customers as a courtesy, to help control costs during these trying times! The difference is we make sure the part meets crucial specifications and warranty at least matches the fantastic Honda Genuine Part’s warranty.  So many of the independant shops will not follow the recommended services of Honda or Acura. They may not inspect or top off, or replace with genuine parts, or even wash your vehicle. So, as the great Warren Buffet states ” Price is what you pay, value is what you get! “  The Carland Group provides Quality and Value! (Yes, we make mistakes like everyone- but we keep trying to improve!) So, check with your local dealer, see what they offer, and then check with the local repair shop. Be sure to check exactly what they are going to do for the $21.95 oil change- many times it is just that … change the oil!

Okay, so getting back to tires! Honda and Acura choose tires that specifically enhance the ride and feel of the vehicle! Carland Service will look at your struts, shocks, and alignment to insure that tire wear is caused by the road and time, rather than replacing your tires- and then replacing them again 25,000 miles down the road. Interesting fact-  weight distribution (Shocks and Struts) is so crucial to brake and tire wear, that the Carland Group will look at the above mentioned items to insure that your new tires will not get cupped or “Chopped” from faulty suspension systems. A 10% improper weight distribution can lower your brake-pad life by 100%  and a loss of 10 feet in braking distance.  Tires are so important to the ride quality, safety, and overall performance of your Honda or Acura. The technicians that the Carland Group employ are extensively trained to insure that the tires that we offer are OEM recommended! Carland Service wants to insure that your vehicle’s performance and safety are not compromised! According to the MAP (Motorist Assurance Program)Organization, struts and shocks should be checked at 50,000 miles. The Carland Group will inspect Alignment, Shocks, and Struts every visit! Some shops may just tell you to purchase a set of $800.oo Michelins, and feel they have completely satisfied your concerns. Since you have so much riding on your tires, please allow Carland Service the opportunity to show you the value of the services we constantly provide!

Here is are some things to consider while looking to purchase tires …http://www.acuracarland.com/j/i/33237/ACURATIRESINATLANTA.html

A lot of that information is from the SafeCar.gov

Please feel free to visit www.CarlandService.com to look for our Atlanta Area Honda and Acura Service Centers!

What better way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day than to party for a cause?  On Saturday, March 13th, Georgia will have an opportunity to do just that. Shamrockin for a Cure will be held at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in Alpharetta.

Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic disease that causes a variety of health problems, including difficulty breathing. Many patients are diagnosed by age 2, endure constant medical treatments to control their symptoms, then die of lung failure in their 30’s. CF affects about 30,000 children and adults in the U.S., making it one of the most common life-shortening hereditary diseases in America.

Currently there is no cure, but the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has made great strides. Since 1955, the foundation has harnessed the efforts of thousands of volunteers, donors , researchers and doctors to improve quality of life and increase expected lifespan. The expected age of survival is currently 37, a dramatic improvement from the 1950’s, when most children with CF didn’t live long enough to attend Kindergarten.

Shamrockin for a Cure 2010 is your opportunity to have fun and help current and future Cystic Fibrosis patients and their families. This year’s goal is to raise $25,000 for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.  This second annual Shamrockin for a Cure is being organized by Chris and Mary Guiney, longtime friends of Pam and Jon Baker of Roswell. The Bakers’ sons Gavin and Jake both have cystic fibrosis.

The Irish and the Irish-at-Heart will enjoy food catered by Carmine’s plus complimentary beer, wine and vodka. Entertainment includes music from The Breakfast Club, RockBank Karaoke and Irish dancers. The silent auction offers tickets to the 2010 Emmys, a vacation in Ireland a room makeover from Vern Yip and a variety of other prizes from local restaurants and businesses.

Celebrate the Wearin’ of the Green by sending a little green to a more than worthy cause. Join Honda Carland Roswell in supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation by purchasing tickets online here.

Honda Carland has Budget Vehicles

The words “Cheap used cars“ are googled more and more these days! Atlanta’s Honda Carland has decided to allow our customers to purchase vehicles that we would have normally wholesaled. The Pre-Owned Manager at Honda Carland in Roswell states “It is just a sign of the economy, and people are trying to get by right now!” That being said, Honda Carland has over 30 vehicles that are “Budget Vehicles” . These budget vehicles are available to our customers, and will come with a Carfax or AutoCheck Vehicle Report. These vehicles have received a oil, lube, and filter change and the state required emissions inspection. Some of these vehicles do have a warranty that is available. Most of these vehicles will be older in year model and will have some miles on them. These vehicles are all located on www.hondacarland.com in the pre-owned inventory section. The vehicle listing will have the word “Budget” to help identify these cars, vans, trucks, and SUVs.

Please feel free to visit our website if you would like more information on these vehicles.

Just recently at the 2010 Detroit Auto Show, there was an announcement made that hybrid models for the Acura nameplate are going to be built. Honda’s CEO Takanobu Ito said that the cars were in the works but did not give details as to what the models could be. With the recent popularity of the Lexus RX400h, Acura hopes to tap into the luxury hybrid market. Read more…

Automated car washes are great because they are fast, and I always wondered about effectiveness of the upgradable wax option. I have tried a few times, but whenever I would run my finger across the paint, it would never smoothly glide like hand applied waxes. Just recently Honda Carland in Roswell, GA installed a waxing machine called the “Auto Butler”. Upon hearing about the Auto Butler I was very apprehensive, thinking that it will not come close to the effectiveness of a by-hand wax application. Well… I was wrong like many times! I place my own vehicle in the Auto Butler after it was cleaned. The machine covered my vehicle in a liquid, and then the rotating brushes covered every inch of the paint and glass. So, the real tests had to be administered. I ran my finger across the paint, and it glided just like the hand waxes. Not yet content with my latest revelation, I had to see how it worked in the rain. So driving up to New York for the Holidays afforded me rain, snow, and sleet in one trip. The windows repelled the water, and allowed the wipers to clear. The water beaded and streaked of the paint in the rain. So, I was forced to concede, wax can be applied by a machine. Who would have “Thunk”! Read more…

Acura is billing the ZDX as a 4-door sports coupe.  This may be confusing since the ZDX has more than 2 doors, and looks and feels like an SUV.  In fact the all new 2010 Acura ZDX is more of a cross-over than anything else.  We are at age where cars, SUV’s, trucks, and luxury sedans are all mixed into one vehicle.  And the Acura ZDX is a sleek and functional automobile that Acura is hoping will appeal to the world. Read more…

It has been a tough year for most people ! 401ks, housing market, unemployment, and a 6 and 6 season for FSU. This year allowed many of us to look around, and truly be thankful to hang on to what we have. Mike Hearing started as a sales consultant at Honda Carland in Roswell about 9 years ago.  We all have meant the “Salt of the Earth” types, and Mike is one of those. Every year he would go buy bins and ask all the employees to bring in canned good items in November and toys in December. Mr Hearing would always buy at least 20 bikes and a truck load of turkeys - every year. This year we wanted to really make a difference! We all did and we all enjoyed giving. Read more…

The Carland Group would like to thank our customers for their past patronage. We will be hosting a Customer Appreciation Event at each of our dealerships in the Metro Atlanta Area. We will also be collecting canned goods and dry food items for less fortunate families in the Atlanta area. The Carland Group would like to invite everyone to particpate. Read more…

I always seemed to shutter a second when a customer would ask, “Why should I buy at Honda Carland?” A fair and always peculiar question… as if I were to say- ” I can’t think of one reason, so you better go buy one across town!”.  In sincerity, Honda Carland tries to do business the way it should be done. Yes, we still make mistakes, and we will continue to make some of the garden variety that most dealers make. A huge difference, is the core philosophy of “taking the high road”. Read more…