When Honda partnered up with Forza Motorsport, a popular racing franchise, to launch the Forza Motorsport Civic Si Design Contest, we knew the outcome would be nothing short of ultimate automotive candy.
We could see this coming. The Forza Motorsport 5 game allows players to craft their own vehicles--from the paint, decals, window tints and a variety of finishes such as carbon fiber, gold, and camouflage. Gamers were challenged to create something so impressive in…
Miyakojima City Japan is the stage for cutting edge tests on a new way to charge the future of micro-electronic vehicles from our brand. Here at Honda of Ames we are excited to see how the experiment fares, because if it shows some successful results it could spell a bright and sunny future for zero emission models.
The new Honda MC-B is at the forefront of the test program, while Toshiba was responsible for developing...
At the beginning of every year we always turn our attention to Japan and the aftermarket tuner show that our brand shines in every year. At Honda of Ames we understand that most of these models will never grace our showroom with their presence, but still, the sport and custom class that is showcased is very exciting.
The 2014 Tokyo Auto Salon is the premier stage for tuners to show off what they can do...
This year at the Los Angeles Auto Show, Japanese automaker Honda unveiled a car set to pave the way into a new era of alternative powertrains. Called the FCEV, this sporty concept offers a futuristic look that the automaker says will lend itself to future production models.
When in search for a new vehicle, one thing that drivers universally desire is a quality vehicle of value. When these prospective drivers visit Honda of Ames, they can be certain that this is exactly what they will be getting when they drive off of our lot in their new Honda model.
Of course, you may think that we are being a little bias, but thanks to auto experts at Kelley Blue Book, we now…
For as long as humans have driven automobiles, they've dreamed about the day that they could sit back, relax, and let their car take them wherever they'd like to go. Autonomous driving seems like the stuff of science fiction, but the day has finally arrived when we can trust our cars to take us safely where we'd like to go, no interaction required.
We know how much Honda of Ames customers have been looking forward to the 2014 Accord Hybrid. This new plug-in hybrid sedan is efficient, stylish, and fun to drive, and it's the perfect model for many commuters. The automaker gave it a new look for the 2014 model year, and finally, we have additional information and pricing numbers to give you about it.
We haven't seen a new wagon model from Honda since the 80s, but it appears that the Japanese automaker is revitalizing this family friendly design for some of its overseas markets. A new Civic Tourer concept debuted at last month's Frankfurt Motor Show, and it reminded everyone in attendance everything that's so great about wagons in general.
Mugen means "Without Limit" in Japanese, so when Mugen Motorsports gave a new edition of the Honda Fit a makeover, we expected to see a revamp that is out of the hatchback's comfort zone. Mugen did not disappoint, and the amped-up 2014 Fit is just begging to be taken out for a test drive on a race course.
We've discussed many new Honda models here on our blog, and today, we'd like to introduce our Ames, IA area readers to the 2014 Honda Pilot.
