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For a small but capable SUV, it's hard to beat the Honda HR-V. Featuring Honda's legendary reliability and safety, the HR-V's exterior features only add to its impressive resume. To help pique your interest, here are a few of the exterior features that we at Honda of Ames think you'll love.

To provide impeccable styling and excellent radio reception, the HR-V features a fin-style antenna mounted on the roof. The antenna cover is colored to match the rest of the HR-Vs body, meaning that you'll barely notice it's there. Plus, if you get an…

A midsize SUV is a versatile vehicle for driving, and when it’s enhanced with technology, it delivers an even better experience. Honda has given the CR-V integrated technology that improves safety, enhances performance and boosts the infotainment.

At Honda of Ames, we think you’ll like the peace of mind you get with cross traffic monitoring and a Blind Spot Information System. The CR-V also has a multi-angle rearview camera, so you can get a better look behind you when you back up.

Honda’s tech offers all the smartphone connectivity you need in the CR-V. 

The Honda  Civic is available at our Honda of Ames facility as a coupe, a hatchback or a sedan. Depending on the body style chosen, the vehicles comfortably seat four to five people. There is plenty of head and legroom for all.

The standard interior includes cloth upholstered seats. However, options and higher trim levels offer leatherette and real leather upholstery. The seats may also have heating and ventilation for year-round comfort. Power adjustability makes finding the right position easier. Base and premium stereo systems are available in 

The Honda Accord has long been one of America's favorite sedans. Its known for its comfort and reliability. But the Honda Accord has a great-looking exterior, too. The Accord is available in seven sleek standard colors. All are either pearlized or metallic. The Accord is designed to be eye-catching, not matte and withdrawing! The body of the car has been redesigned. LED lights are smaller and brighter than the previous headlamps, which contributes to the sleek, upscale feel of the Accord.

There are also some fun optional extras for the Honda Accord. These include 19" alloy 

Your vehicles alignment is probably not something that the average driver notices when it is tuned properly. However, when your vehicles alignment is off, that can mean that your steering is pulled to one side, the wheel vibrates when running, some tires may be worn unevenly, and your gas mileage is much lower.

The common causes of vehicle alignment problems include collisions, driving for long stretches on rough terrain, failing to have your tires rotated regularly and other suspension issues. 

Driving your vehicle around Ames will take its toll on your exterior coat, but waxing your vehicle on a regular basis can prevent dirt, air, water, and other debris from damaging your paint. Car wax comes from different sources, such as palm waxes, carnauba leaves, and silicone.

The main purpose of wax is to provide protection to the topcoat. When you wax your vehicle, you're placing a protective barrier between the clear coat and outside elements. Pollutants and other contaminants can transfer to the paint and diminish its shine.

 

Honda of Ames knows how important it is to be safe when replacing a flat tire. Drivers in Ames should consider the following tips when this common maintenance issue arises.

There is never a good time to have a flat tire, but there are especially bad times. A flat in heavy traffic means that you will need to try and get your vehicle off the roadway. You can drive at a very slow speed for a short distance if necessary when you have a flat. Look for a spot that is firm and level. If the flat occurs at night…

Generally, we at Honda of Ames recommend that you ensure that gaskets are well fixed for them to function adequately. Ideally, they should be adequately compressed to create a good barrier that will efficiently seal the area, and will also protect all the contents from leaking. In truth, the gasket work by filling the space between two surfaces so that no gas or liquid escapes. Therefore, a gasket should be manufactured from a material that is easily deformed to fill the spaces adequately.

Some gaskets are manufactured from 

If you need a reliable, comfortable vehicle for family or business purposes, the Honda Fit has a lot to offer. This popular subcompact hatchback is currently on the lot at Honda of Ames. so stop by and take a closer look at it today.

The Fit’s interior is packed with everything that you and your passengers will require to stay comfortable on your travels. Optional leather-trimmed upholstery delivers a touch of designer flair, and the rear bench seat folds up to create additional cargo space right inside the cabin.

 

We confess: our team members here at Honda of Ames are some of the Honda Ridgeline's biggest fans. Fortunately for us, this immensely popular pickup boasts followers among critics and drivers as well. Most people love Honda Ridgeline's power, handling, advanced tech and safety features. We love those things, too, be we also just love how it looks and feels inside.

Power Seats for Driver & Passenger

With 10-way power on the driver's side and four-way power on the front passenger side, the Honda Ridgeline makes it easy to find your comfiest front seat position.