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The 2020 Honda Odyssey is just right for families. It has unique features that are explicitly designed to make the trip more enjoyable for all family members. Honda of Ames has a selection of 2020 Honda Odyssey models that are ready for a family road trip.

The 2020 Honda Odyssey has a rear entertainment system with a 10.2-inch display. It allows programming for second and third-row passengers to make the trip a bit more fun. It is compatible with Blu-Ray, CD and DVD. It will also accept HDMI and USB input. CabinWatch allows you to enable a camera to…

Vehicles like the 2020 Honda Accord at Honda of Ames are designed to take care of all of your needs. Given that the world is connected to networks, you could benefit from being connected as well. Fortunately, the connectivity features of the 2020 Honda Accord make sure that you are able to get the information you need for you travels.

The 2020 Honda Accord offers you Apple CarPlay which enables you to access apps for navigation and entertainment. You are also able to get access to audible text messages so that you can avoid running into problems while you are…

With all the snow that’s been falling everywhere, the road crews have been busy throwing salt everywhere. In addition to always being available, salt is the most cost-effective de-icer, but it can do a lot of damage when it gets on your vehicle. Our professionals at Honda of Ames want you to be an informed driver who is ready for winter.

As much as some of us hate going through the car wash in the winter, it’s important to wash your car about once a week to keep off the salt. Try to wash your vehicle during the…

We want you to know how to pick out a vehicle that is a safe solution for your family. The team at Honda of Ames wants you to be informed about what is out there before you purchase a car. It is important that you understand what the different vehicle safety ratings mean.

When the NHTSA completes a test on a vehicle, they will share their rating on a scale of one to five stars. They will give a vehicle a certain number of stars based on how well they think it did on the test. The higher the number…

As fellow pet owners, we at Honda of Ames want to know that you and your pet are safe when traveling in your vehicle. To help you do this, we have many helpful tips to ensure your travels with your pet are a safe and happy experience. Dogs love traveling with their owners, but unsafe conditions can quickly ruin this experience for you and the dog.

Depending on the type of vehicle, keep your dog confined with a dog harness or crate, and make sure the dog is in the backseat. One bad experience with an airbag could permanently destroy…

The hatchback is quickly becoming the trendiest car on the roads of Ames thanks in large part to its expert styling combined with the impressive performance features. The immense practicality of this style of vehicle is what makes the hatchback so appealing to consumers all over the world.

Because the rear seats can be folded down entirely in nearly all hatchbacks, it is easy to load and haul cargo. This versatility makes the hatchback an attractive choice for drivers with a sense of adventure. Even though they do not have a locking trunk space compared to their sedan counterparts...

A little bit of preventative maintenance will help you avoid a wide variety of problems while out on the road. Here is a look at a few steps that you can take to get your vehicle ready for the upcoming school year.

The first step in this process is contacting the service department here at Honda of Ames to schedule a checkup. We can also help you take care of scheduled maintenance such as changing the oil, topping off fluids, and rotating the tires. 

Roof racks are not only good for carrying extra luggage, but they do a good job at protecting it during your long journeys as well. However, there are some extra things you can do to make the roof racks even more secure than they already are.

After closing the cargo bag or box, you can use cam buckle straps to provide extra security. They are very inexpensive straps that will tie down the cargo to the rack. After hooking the straps onto the rack, you crank the cam buckle to tighten everything together. We suggest using a total of four…

The decision to buy or lease your next Honda is one of the most important questions in the finance process. We want to help you in that decision by giving Ames drivers a quick overview of the benefits of both options.

Why Should You Buy a New Honda in Ames?

Buying a new Honda via an auto loan is a great option because you'll own it! When you finish paying off your loan, you won't have any more monthly payments, which makes buying a great option for those who like to drive a vehicle for a long time…

The end of summer in Ames doesn't only mean cooler weather. If you have a college student in the family, it means it's time to head to back to campus. You'll be hard pressed to find a better car in which to send them back than the new Honda Fit. Its incredible versatility makes it a great fit for campus life!

What makes the new Fit a great option for packing the dorm room? The Second-Row Magic Seat, which produces a variety of cargo packing configurations. Because of its 60/40 split design, you can use four…