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The Honda Passport is a nimble SUV long compared to its larger cousin, the Honda Pilot. The latter, by the way, was named the Best Car to Buy in 2016 by The Car Connection. Now, with 2020 looming, the automotive site listed the 2020 Honda Passport as a nominee for its 2020 Best Car to Buy. The mid-size SUV is also a nice middle-of-the-road option for folks who feel the Honda Pilot may be too big and the Honda CR-V too small. 

Car technology has proliferated in the past decade alone. This has enabled a more robust driving experience and safety. The Honda brand has devised its own automobile technology, some of which have manifested in recent car model releases. Let’s explore some of these technological advancements that you won’t find in other vehicle brands. 

Consumers are gearing up for the release of the 2020 Honda CR-V, which is slated for a March release. Several automotive sites have already reviewed the crossover and gave promising evaluations. The hybrid model marks the first-ever for a Honda SUV. 

So, how do you give the gift of a car and keep it a surprise? Surprising your loved one with a car wrapped in a giant bow in the driveway is an attractive idea. However, we suggest forgoing the surprise.

There is an inherent hesitation among buyers when it comes to pre-owned cars. We totally get where this comes from. After all, you’re buying a car that was under a previous owner, and who knows the degree he/she took care of the vehicle, if at all. Even with this in mind, much of the conception about pre-owned cars are based on stereotypes and half-truths. Let’s examine and dispel some of these myths. 

Black Friday is a highly anticipated "holiday" in November. We are well aware of the cherished past-time of store hopping the day following Thanksgiving. This is why Heritage Honda Westminster is hosting its own sales event, and ours lasts the entire month of November. 

Most car owners know to periodically check the tire pressure, though they often don’t go beyond that. Wheel alignment is another component that routinely requires your attention. While correction requires professional service, you can recognize the signs of poor alignment based on your car’s performance, especially with respects to the steering. 

The two biggest factors that affect a pre-owned car’s value is its age and mileage. Which of the two, though, has more of an impact? Is a three-year-old car with 50,000 miles considered more used than a five-year-old car with, say, 25,000 miles? 

In a perfect world, every car purchase would be of a new vehicle. However, not everyone has the budget for a new 2019 or 2020 model, hence why dealerships have a pre-owned inventory. Of course, consumers naturally have doubts about cars that already have a few miles under its belt under previous ownership. At Heritage Honda Westminster, we have the Heritage Pre-Owned Advantage+ to give buyers peace of mind and boost their buying confidence.  

When your car requires a replacement part, you have two choices: OEM or aftermarket parts. Car owners tend to automatically opt for the latter due to lower costs. Generally, OEM parts do cost more than their aftermarket counterparts. However, we encourage car owners to look beyond the initial savings; OEM parts are more trusted in the long haul.