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Honda Civic Atlanta 2012

Did you know that Honda sells more Civics than BMW sells BMWs? Interesting? Well for 40 years Honda has been providing a quality vehicle at an affordable price to the American Car Buyer. The 2012 Honda Civic will carry the torch for Honda for 5 more years. The 2012 is classic Honda, meaning when you see the 2012- you can tell it is a Honda! Too often, I see extremely radical design changes, and my first question is – “Who makes that car?”. Honda knows what will work, and they pay close attention to protecting the sanctity of the model.  They do not “Throw the Baby out with the bath water.”

The 2012 Honda Civic will teach you how to drive economically. ECO-Assist is standard on all 2012 Honda Civics. The dash will glow green when you are conserving, and blue when you are wasting. Honda wants the burden of the automobile on the environment to reduce, and Atlanta’s air quality can use the help. The 2012 Honda Civic also will allow personalization of the instrument panel. The Multi Informational Display is

Driving economically? Let the Civic show you how!

 fantastic. The 2012 Civic will allow you to show music, your Honda’s Fuel Stats, what file is being played through the USB, outsied temperture, odometer, and clock, and ladies and gentlemen that is on all Civics. If you go with the EX or EXL – Bluetooth comes into the picture, and this will allow you to handle all of your phone duties- handsfree and safe. Not to mention, add little photo to your dash, through your USB to hit home just how customizable the Civic line is for your needs.

The line up- Civics for everyone. You can get a Sedan or Coupe, you can get the Si in Sedan or Coupe. Honda is also introducing a HF model, which has eveything a Hybrid has – without the hybrid- including low friction tires.  A natural gas Civic or Civic NGV is available in GA. (Limited). The 2012 Honda Civic has sportier wheels, and is full of technology, including a new Lithium-Ion Battery – and an incredible 44 MPG in the City and Highway for the CVT.  The Civic has it all, whether you are looking for a Sedan or Coupe, Sporty or fuel effiecient- the 2012 Civic has it.

Please feel free to visit either of our Atlanta Honda Dealers.

Honda Carland , Roswell, GA 770-993-2805 or  Honda Carland North, Cartersville, GA 770-382-2282

With Honda- it doesn't have to be a Hyrbid to get exceptional gas mileage.

Hybrids have stole the show for iconic gas mileage. Rightfully so, the Honda CR-Z, Civic Hybrid, and Insight Hybrid have all shown huge savings at the pump.  Many industry experts are looking at the Overall Cost of ownership over specific periods of time, and thats where the Honda Hybrids have stolen the show! I read a report from Honda - Sales Insight.  It reviewed the cost of ownership- and the significant saving with Honda Hybrid Cars.

Since some costs vary by region, the follwing is based out of Santa Monica, CA, and assumes 15000 miles per year, go to Edmunds.com for your regionalized cost of ownership. Keep in mind that depriaction, taxes and fees, fuel, maintenance, repairs, financing, Insurance, and any tax credits (if available).  There is also an emissions advantage that will also save our ozone a bit more.

Hybrids offer a fresh approach to our current energy crisis, but if the technology or costs are unattractive to you. The Honda Line Up is full of “Over 30″ MPG vehicles. There are also a few that are very close to 30 MPGs!  Here is a list of current new Hondas in Atlanta that offer fantastic highway mileage.

Over 30 MPG Club- Honda Hybrids available to Atlanta -Honda Fuel Economy

(MT= Manual Transmission, AT or CVT (Hybrid) = Automatic Transmission)

2011 Honda Civic Hybrid- CVT (Automatic) 43 MPG - Hwy

2011 Honda  CR Z Sport Hybrid-  6 Spd Manual- 37 MPG/CVT- 39 MPG

2011 Honda Insight Hybrid-CVT – 43 MPG

Over 30 MPG Club! (Non-Hybrids)- Honda Fuel Economy

2011 Honda Accord Coupe MT/AT 32/33

2011 Honda Accord Sedan MT/AT 33/34

2011 Honda Civic Coupe MT/AT 34/36

2011 Honda  Civic Sedan MT/AT 34/36

2010 Honda Fit MT/AT 33/35

2010 Honda Fit Sport MT/AT 33/33

 30 MPG Club- or very close!- Honda Fuel Economy

2011 Honda Accord V-6 Sedan 30 MPG

2011 Honda Accord V-6 MT/AT 26/29

2010 Honda Accord Crosstour 2wd/4wd 27/25 MPG

2011 Honda Odyssey LX/EX/EX-L, and Touring 27 / 28 MPG

2011 Honda Pilot 2WD/4WD 23/22

Honda Value is more than fuel economy when you factor in true cost of ownership. Honda continues to symbolize the “Smart Choice” when factoring in Residual or Resale Value, Reliability, Low Maintenance Costs, Safety, and Performance.  If you need more information, please contact either of our local Atlanta Honda Dealers, Honda Carland in Roswell or Honda Carland North in Cartersville, both locations have a fantastic inventory of new Hybrids and other Fuel Economic Hondas that can save you a serious amount of money at the pump!

Honda Carland - Roswell, GA 770-623-9211

Honda Carland North- Cartersville, GA 770-382-2282

ShopCarland.com is also a group site you can visit that will list over 1000 new and used cars, trucks, and vans.

2011 Vehicles based on 2011 EPA Mileage Estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Don not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.

2010  Vehicles based on 2010 EPA Mileage Estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Don not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.

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The Carland Group would like to shed some light on common misconceptions. Often we hear customers  say ” Just an Oil Change”, or they “just changed the oil.” The truth to the matter is an oil change is actually only one of the things we do when you bring your Honda or Acura to one of our local Atlanta Honda and Acura Service locations.  Honda and Acura genuine Accessories are quite important here. The OEM oil filters contain much more medium, an anti-drainback valve, and a by-pass valve. The oil filter will actually close if it becomes clogged to help avoid engine oil deprivation. The Honda and Acura oil filter will also keep oil from draining completely out of your cylinders to avoid long-term engine damage from cold starts. On top of that the oil filter has a “P” Shape seal that will actually completely seal vs. many of the competitor’s flat seals that may cause oil leaks. Another thing our Honda and Acura Technicians do is replace your Drain Plug “Crush Washer”. What is a Crush Washer?-it is a one time use washer that will crush and seal when the oil pan drain bolt is fastened. The crush washer will protect the threads of your aluminum oil pn and help protect against leaks . Too often customers come in with damaged oil pans from other service shops that did not use a crush washer or reused the crush washer. On average an aluminum oil pan will cost about $500.00 to replace. Some shop will actually use a nonmailable metal washer that will not reduce torque pressure, and will still strip the threads on oil pan.

Acura and Honda Carland Service Centers  also perform a multi-point inspection on your Honda or Acura. This form will rate the condition of your tires, brakes, and fluids. When you are ready to leave, our service advisors will review the sheet to bring you up to speed on your cars overall condition. This will help you to anticipate any needed future auto repairs or maintenance. Part of this inspection includes your braking system, tire wear, alignment inspection,  and your battery condition. It is nice to know when you are on a trip that your brakes are at 80% , your tires have about 15,000 miles of tread, and your battery’s holding steady.

All 5000 mile services are considered EXPRESS , which will insure that you will be able to be in and out within 45 minutes. An entire technician team will complete your service, and will meticulously follow the Honda EXPRESS service guidelines. Wen you bring your Honda or Acura to Roswell, Duluth, or Alpharetta- we will even wash your Honda or Acura for you.  It is very easy for an independent shop to tell you “You don’t need to, or they are over charging you, in fact, in most cases we are cheaper, but it seems that standard reply is that the dealer in some way is taking advantage of your needs. It is a common misunderstanding, but in reality- our service departments continually compare our prices with independents, and in most cases- the independent is replacing your oil filter, and that is it. When in fact – Carland Service is insuring that your Honda and Acura will receive the maintenance and care it deserves, and not short cutting to be a price leader. Our technicians are trained to specifically work on your Honda or Acura, and the Carland Group average tenure for a service technician is 4.9 years. Not bad! 

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Save even more at Honda Carland and Honda Carland North

Looking for a chance to win a brand new Honda Civic? Well- stop by either one of our locations and enter for a chance to win a 2011 Honda Civic! Honda Carland and Honda Carland North are participating in the “Take your Pick” North Georgia Honda Dealers January Sales event.  Here is a link to check out the new Honda Specials in Atlanta. You can lease a 2011 Honda Accord LX Sedan with Automatic Transmission for only $219.00 a month… check out this site for the details… they only have 3 available, so better move quick! Also take a look t the 2011 Honda Civic LX Sedan Lease  too… 169 a month- Signature only due at signing lease~! Sign me up. Not to mention- if you testdrive a Honda at Honda Carland or Honda Carland North you can win a $25.00 American Express Gift Card! Check out the video in the left hand corner… it explains the “Take your Pick”- Honda Carland and Honda Carland North have taken their lease specials and purchase offers even further! I hope someone reading this will take advantage of these limited time offers!

2012 Honda Civic Concept, Atlanta

Green Cars just got greener thanks to Honda! The all new 2012 Honda Civic will introduce some more Honda firsts. If you want to learn how to be more civic-minded-learning how to drive to conserve fuel will be added to the non-hybrid Civics too! The Civic will coach the driver on how to optimize fuel efficiency using the proven Honda Eco-Assist!  Natural Gas ? That’s right -Honda will build OEM  dedicated CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) stations throughout the United States, so all states will be able to take advantage of the Civic GXs! Lithium Ion Batteries will replace the Nickel Hydride Battery packs in the 2012 Civic Hybrids!  Honda has raised the bar on responsible automobile manufacturing!

Styling was not left out either, “One-Motion” was the design theme, and looking at the photos of the 2012 Civics – I understand why. The Civic’s design is one fluid motion – swept back, the fit and finish is almost seamless, Honda has not figured out how to cover the door and hood spaces, but knowing Honda – they will soon! The coupes styling is very pronounced, the lines are well defined. The sedan is a must see, Honda has utilized the design to promote cabin space, but they were also able to improve the sportiness.

I am certain the Bluetooth audio, USB interfaces, and other creature comforts will be added to enhance the overall satisfaction with the 2012 Honda Civics. What I have seen so far in regards to the new powertrains and technologies, the 2012 Honda Civic in Atlanta will be one huge green thumb up!  The release of the 2012 Honda Civics is expected in the Spring. Please visit our websites or this blog to continue to receive updates regarding the 2012 Honda Civic Release Date, Pricing, and Atlanta Arrival!

2012 Concept- Civic Si

Honda Carland- Roswell- 770-993-2805

Honda Carland North- Carterrsville, GA- 770-382-2282

ShopCarland.com- Atlanta Honda Carland Group Site- 770-408-0700

Accord like no other!

A question we get often is ” Why should I buy a 2011 Honda Accord?”.  The experts love the 2011 Honda Accord.  The Accord has been in the  ”10 Best” for Car & DriverMagazine a record 24 times!  Here is a quick 5  reasons why to choose the 2011 Honda Accord over the Camry, Altima, or the Sonata.

#1 Suspension- McPherson Strut Front Suspensions are not bad suspensions, but they are not a  Wishbone Suspension. Wishbone suspension will

Double Wishbone Suspension

force your tires to independently remain perpendicular to the road. The 2011 Honda Accord will feel very confident in cornering and overall handling!

#2 ACE- Advanced Compatibility Engineering – only the Honda Accord has it… the concept that  the crumple zones should be intelligent enough to

ACE

absorb crash energy throughout the engine compartment from various vehicle sizes. When crumple zones first came out, they were pretty much for offset and frontal crashes from similar sized vehicles. ACE allows the Accord to minimize the crash energy going to the passenger compartment from various sized vehicles. ACE is a huge difference.

#3 Drive By Wire Throttle system is another advantage. The Accord uses this valuable technology in it’s VSA  (Vehicle Sytability Assist) system. The Accord will recognize a potential oversteer or understeer, and will cut the throttle in unison with braking to keep you on the course that is intended. Cable throttle systems are just not as sophisticated and are found only on basic traction control system.

#4 Size – The Accord has more width and length- meaning that the Accord is bigger! The Accord is considered a “Full Size” sedan. 5 Passengers can sit comfortably in the 2011 Honda Accord.

#5 Better Resale Value- ALG rates the Honda Accord higher in 36 month resale value against the Camry, Sonata, and Altima. The initial cost is always something to be concerned with, but also the rate of depreciation is lower in the 2011 Honda Accord.

If you are interested in testdriving the all new 2011 Honda Accord please visit one of our Atlanta Honda Dealerships.

Honda Carland, Roswell, GA 770-993-2805 (Atlanta, Roswell, Alpharetta, Canton, Cumming, Sandy Springs, John’s Creek, Duluth)

Honda Carland North, Cartersville, GA 770-282-2282 (Atlanta, Kennesaw, Woodstock, Canton, Marietta)

The 10th Annual Carland Toy Drive is just around the corner. Honda Carland, Acura Carland, and Honda Carland North all host a Customer Appreciation Night in December. In the past we would raffle of Prizes to show our appreciation to our customers. The last couple of years we have added a twist, we now solicit our business partners for donations that we can use as prizes, these prizes will be raffled off during each event!  So, when our customers bring in unwrapped and new toys, we exchange them with a raffle ticket. During the night we will help our Honda and Acura Customers by sharing with them ways on how to get the most out of their new Hondas and Acuras. Then we will raffle of prizes throughout the entire event. Last year we provided toys to over 70 local Atlanta Families, and this year we will try to double that number! Our customers are what makes these events great, over the last couple of years we have had a great turn out, and our customers really seem to enjoy these events!

Prizes will range from Hats, Tumblers, Lego Sets, Gift Cards, Services, and even a 32″ Flatscreen TV donated from each dealership! The Carland Group sincerey hopes you and your family and friends can attend. Each Event is professionally catered and 100% Complimentary! If you would like to RSVP for one of these events, please click on links below! Please help the Carland Group make a bigger difference in the community this year!

Here are the date and times for each event, simply call, email, or click on links below!

December 14th, 6:15 PM, Honda Carland North, Cartersville, GA 770-382-2282 or khardin@hondacarlandnorth.com

December 15th, 7:00PM, Acura Carland, Duluth, GA- 770-623-9211 or gbaroni@acuracarland.com

December 16th, 7:00 PM, Honda Carland, Roswell- 770-993-2895, or mmahoney@hondacarland.com

It’s here! Happy Honda Days! Special Rate Financing, 0 Down Leases, and best of all- an award winning-exciting product Line-up. The all new 2011 Honda Odyssey has already hit the street, and will undoubtedly raise the standard of excellence again! Over 50 new technologies such as Blind Spot Awareness, Battery Management, and Hard Disk Navi and Audio Systems. With all the smart phones getting smarter- the Odyssey is a no brainer for the techie! Also the 2011 Honda CRZ has boldly mixed hybrid technology with excitement. Our current CRZ Owners are really enjoying their vehicles. The 2011 Honda Accord SE, Leather and Aluminum Alloy Wheels- affordable- Odes to the Accord for being on the “10 Best” Car and Driver  a stunning 24 Times!

So – Happy Honda Days are  here , enjoy interest rates as low as 0.9% financing, and Lease payments at record lows! The best thing about buying a Honda for a a loved one for  the Holidays is you do not have to ever worry about a “re-gift”! Also- The Carland Rewards program is a gift that will keep giving! Earn 15% of what you spend in service back in loyalty points. These points can e used for future vehicles and are also transferable! The Carland Rewards program also offers complimentary Tire Rotations, Emissions Testings, and Road Trip Inspections- and yes they are good for anyone in the household! The Carland Group also recently rolled out the new and available- ”Gold Rewards” which will offer a bunch of membership benefits including 3 years of Service Maintenance – this is especially nice if you lease your vehicles! Lease a new Honda with all maintenance included- what a gift that keeps giving!

Feel free to view all of our exciting “Happy Honda Days” Specials, and if you have a question feel free to contact either of our 2 Atlanta Honda Dealers!

Honda Carland North, Cartersville, Ga 770-382-2282

Honda Carland, Roswell, GA, 770-993-2805!

Have a safe and wonderful holiday season, and we hope to see you!