Honda Named Most Trusted Brand, Best Value Brand and Best Overall Brand by Kelley Blue Book

Keeler Honda is proud to announce that Honda has been named "Most Trusted Brand" for the 2nd year in a row and "Best Value Brand" the for the 3rd consecutive year by Kelley Blue Book.  You can find all of our Honda inventory by going to www.keelerhonda.com or by visiting Keeler Honda at 1111 Troy-Schenectady Rd. in Latham, NY.

Bueller? Bueller? Ferris that is!

Yes it's official.  After teasing us Honda has released their Superbowl commercial.  A take on the 1980's iconic movie, "Ferris Bueller's Day Off"  We here at Keeler Honda thinks it's a classic and will go down in the books as one of the best Automotive Superbowls ads!  Have you seen it yet?  We've watched it like 10 times today - can't get enough. 
And if you're looking for the all new 2012 Honda CR-V there's no better place to purchase it than Keeler Honda.  Give us a call at 518-785-4197 to schedule your test drive or better yet just stop in.  Keeler Honda, Route 7, Latham, NY.  Click here for our current CR-V specials!

The 4th Annual Keeler Motor Car Block Party

At Keeler Motor Car Company we love to throw parties for our customers.  We want them to know just how important they are to us and honestly, who doesn't like a good party??  We also plan these events to show our potential customers all the benefits that come along with being a Keeler Motor Car customer.  Well, June 4th is no exception!!  It's the 4th Annual Keeler Motor Car Block Party. 

• Check out vintage Mercedes-Benz vehicles when the
  Mercedes-Benz Club rolls into town
• The Hudson Valley BMW Car Club will be here showing off their classic BMWs
• A host of shined-up MINIs will be on display courtesy of
  the MINI Car Club
• See a "brilliant" gathering of smart cars at our 4th Annual
  smarty Party at smart center Latham
• Live Entertainment from 12:00 - 3:00 by local band The Audiostars

Featuring Mercedes-Benz, BMW, MINI, Honda, smart and Keeler Quality Pre-Owned Center vehicles at Summer Event pricing!

All this and more in one day!
Saturday, June 4th, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Keeler Motor Car Company, Rt. 7, Latham

Japan devestation - Honda pledges support

During catastrophic times such as these in Japan, it is the human spirit and goodwill that truly shine through.  By now all of us here at Keeler Motor Car and our customers have certainly seen the devastation caused by the earthquake and subsequent Tsunami that followed.  Our hearts go out to the people of Japan and all their friends and family.  Yesterday, Japanese Automakers including Honda, Toyota and Nissan came together and donated $3.75 million each toward the relief efforts in Japan.  Honda has also promised to supply 1,000 generators along with 5,000 gas canisters.  Honda will also dispatch its staff to explain the use of the equipment.  The Honda family of companies in North America will establish special matching gift programs for their associates for donations to the Red Cross to aid the victims of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan.  Donations from associates will be matched on a dollar-for-dollar basis, with no personal or corporate donation limit.  Honda employs more than 29,000 associates in North America.

Source:  Honda News

We are so proud to be a part of the Honda family and couldn't be more proud of their relief efforts.  To donate to the American Red Cross click on the link below.


https://american.redcross.org/site/Donation2?idb=0&5052.donation=form1&df_id=5052

Keeler Motor Car President's Day Sale - going on NOW!

We are celebrating President's Day here at Keeler Motor Car by passing some unbelievable savings on to you.  Each of our stores, Keeler Mercedes-Benz, Keeler BMW, Keeler Honda, Keeler MINI and the smart Center Latham have amazing offers for you to choose from.  See our ads below or go to our website to view our complete new inventory or pre-owned inventory.

The all new 2011 Honda CR-Z Sport Hybrid

The all new 2011 Honda CR-Z Sport Hybrid is now available for test-drives at Keeler Honda! When I went over to the Honda store to check it out (my office is in another building on our Keeler Motor Car campus,) I was first struck by the edgy lines of this car. It screams "i'm a sports car!!" I loved everything about this Honda - I would love it even more if I didn't have two babies and needed a back seat but for all you people out there with no kids (or if you're just in need of a kick-butt sports car that is good for the environment,) come check out the latest and greatest that Honda has to offer. Go here for more information on our website.

Honda creates fun, sporty hybrid with CR-Z

SAN FRANCISCO -- Although it's no sports car, the Honda CR-Z may change some people's minds about just how sporty a hybrid vehicle can be.

On the other hand, by giving the two-seater such a sporty appearance, Honda may be overstating how hot the CR-Z is.

The basics: For the United States, Honda made the CR-Z just a two-seater, whereas Japan and Europe get a plus-two version of a back seat.

Honda saved development costs by using the engine and much of the Integrated Motor Assist hybrid system from the Insight hybrid five-door hatchback. The CR-Z comes with a choice of a six-speed manual transmission or a continuously variable automatic.

Notable features: To improve performance, Honda shaved weight in such places as the 16-inch wheels and by using forged aluminum lower control arms for the front suspension.

A "sport" mode provides a noticeable boost in power by monitoring throttle input. An "eco" mode cuts the power but sips gas. The federal fuel economy tests were done in "normal" mode.

The instruments have nice touches, like a 3-D speedometer and tachometer ring that glows green, blue or red depending on how cautiously or aggressively the CR-Z is being driven. The stereo is a six-speaker, 160-watt system with a USB port. Instead of two rear seats, the U.S.-edition CR-Z has an expanded cargo area that can be reconfigured.

Standard features include security system, variable wipers, LED brake lights, automatic climate control, cruise control and the usual traction and braking-assist technologies. Read more: http://www.autonews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100621/OEM01/306219987/1430#ixzz0rVl996GV

Honda CR-Z Launch Video

Keeler Honda Certified Pre-Owned Commercial

Why service your Honda at Keeler Honda?

Why is Keeler Honda Service best for both you and your dealership ?

When you have a legal problem, you go to a lawyer . When you’re sick, you go to a doctor. And when you need your vehicle repaired, you should come to Keeler Honda for service.
Here is why.

PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT
With the cost of vehicles rising every year, consumers can ill afford to rely on anyone other than professionals to keep those vehicles in shape. Keeler Honda offers the highest level of technical training, equipment and parts.

TRAINING
To keep technicians up to date on today’s increasingly complex and sophisticated vehicles, dealers are spending a lot of money on continuous training . Technicians need to pass rigorous training; on line computer training and at the American Honda Training facility.

EQUIPMENT
Over the years, advancements in computers and electronics have turned Keeler Honda into a high–tech center for repairs and maintenance. To maintain the level of commitment that our customers are accustomed to, we utilize state-of-the-art tools and diagnostic equipment in our shop. We also have the ability to link with American Honda factory service experts, should the need arise.

PARTS
Keeler Honda utilizes Honda replacement parts specifically manufactured for your vehicle. You will always be assured of the correct look, fit and original equipment quality that came with your vehicle.

WARRANTY PROTECTION
All new Hondas carry manufacturer’s warranties that specify maintenance schedules and repair procedures. Service from a franchised dealer eliminates the possibilities of voiding the warranty or having warranty repairs denied for failure to meet manufacturer requirements. It’s also worth considering the purchase of an Extended Warranty, in the event you keep your Honda past the original manufacturer’s warranty. Although we never expect any major repairs, it’s good to have a cushion for an unexpected bump in the road.

CONVENIENCE
Keeler Honda is always striving to maintain your business by making it convenient to get service. We now offer Express Service and Express Service Lanes for routine maintenance, oil changes, New York State Inspections and simple repairs while you wait. Traditional appointments can also be made by calling 785-7823 extension 284, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00p.m. ,Monday through Friday.

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
Keeler Honda's number 1 goal is to satisfy all our customers . The only way to achieve this is to do good work at a fair price. We know that repeat and referral business in both service and sales depend on it. Without this philosophy, Keeler Honda would not have achieved the prestigious Honda President’s Award . We are extremely proud to consider ourselves the premier Honda franchised dealer in the capital region. Keeler Honda has now received the American Honda President's Award for the 14th time being only one of two dealers in the country to have done this. AND we are the ONLY dealership in the country to have won this award 11 consecutive years.

Should you have any comments ,suggestions or questions please feel free to contact me @ 785-7823 extension 261 or my E-Mail address, gguadagnino@keeler.com.

This post was written by our Keeler Honda Service Manager Guy Guadagnino - one of the BEST in the business. Thank you Guy for all you do for Keeler Honda and Keeler Motor Car Company.

Honda expects boost to global vehicle production of nearly 10%

TOKYO (Reuters) -- Honda Motor Co. expects its global production to rise nearly 10 percent in the business year starting next month, led by growth in Asia outside of Japan, the Nikkan Kogyo industrial daily reported on Monday.Honda, Japan's No.2 automaker, has told its main parts suppliers of plans to produce up to 3.3 million vehicles in the business year beginning April 1, an increase of nearly 10 percent from an estimated 3.05 million vehicles this fiscal year, the paper said.

Production is expected to fall in North America and Europe, the paper said. Honda's North America production is up 51 percent this year through the first three weeks in March.

A Honda spokeswoman said the automaker does not disclose production plans, and the Nikkan Kogyo did not cite any sources.

The newspaper said the automaker plans to keep Japanese production flat to limit the impact of a stronger yen, while boosting output in the rest of Asia. In China, production is expected to rise more than 10 percent.

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Honda Delivers FCX Clarity Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle to 2010 Canadian Olympic Hockey Team Captain Scott Niedermayer

January 06 2010

Four-time Stanley Cup champion, Anaheim Ducks captain and environmentalist becomes first professional athlete to lease Honda's zero-emissions vehicle.

American Honda Motor Co., Inc., delivered a zero emissions hydrogen-powered FCX Clarity fuel cell electric vehicle today to its latest customer, 2010 Canadian Olympic hockey team captain, Scott Niedermayer. Also a team captain for the Anaheim Ducks National Hockey League team, Niedermayer is a leader both on and off the ice, promoting an environmentally responsible lifestyle and the protection of natural resources.

"My love for nature and the outdoors developed while growing up in Canada and I hope the generations after me get to experience nature as I have," said Scott Niedermayer. "Everyday actions, like driving the zero-emissions Honda FCX Clarity, will help to make this dream a reality."

Honda's FCX Clarity produces electricity onboard from hydrogen via Honda's innovative V Flow fuel cell stack with water vapor as its only emission. Significant advances include exhilarating performance, futuristic sedan packaging and a driving range of up to 240 miles*. FCX Clarity's fuel efficiency is three times that of a comparable, modern gasoline-powered automobile.

"The FCX Clarity demonstrates Honda's commitment to developing zero-emissions vehicles, and we believe that having drivers like Scott Niedermayer behind the wheel of a Honda FCX Clarity is a great way to reach out to a new audience of drivers," said John Mendel, executive vice president of sales for American Honda. "We hope that Scott's example of driving the FCX Clarity will inspire fans and other athletes to consider more environmentally responsible products."

Niedermayer and his wife, Lisa, reside in Orange County, California, with their four sons. The family enjoys the outdoors together by camping and mountain biking. Their love of nature has inspired the family to seek a greener lifestyle that includes changes such as adding insulation around the family home and installing a radiant barrier on the roof to conserve energy. Niedermayer already carpools to games with his fellow teammates and promotes a recycling program around his team's dressing room.

Honda's advanced fuel cell electric vehicles have been tested and proven through a series of successful partnerships over the last seven years with various fleet users and retail customers. A small but growing network of hydrogen fuel stations in Southern California allow for vehicle refueling in about five minutes and offer a clean, domestic energy supply for transportation.

Honda has gained extensive experience from the deployment of several generations of its fuel cell electric vehicle technology with the ultimate goal of achieving the mass-market commercialization of zero-emissions fuel cell vehicles.

KBB lists its "most researched" new cars and trucks in 2009

Kelley Blue Book (KBB) strained the data from its voluminous cache to come up with the year's 20 most researched cars, and the five brands that got the most attention. This will probably come as a surprise to precisely none of our readers, but Honda and Toyota dominated the upper reaches of the list. Together they made up all of the top five and nine of the top ten -- Nissan's Altima squeezed into ninth.The secondary ten provided more model mix, with three Fords and two Chevrolets making up the domestic squad. Midsize cars also made a return to buyers' attentions, after last year's list was overrun by fuel sippers.

PRESS RELEASE
Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com Names Most-Researched New Vehicles for 2009, Brands With Greatest Share of Market Interest This Year

Chevy Equinox and Camaro, Ford Fusion, Lexus RX 350 Jump into 2009's Top 20 Most-Researched New Cars

IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Kelley Blue Book, the leading provider of new and used car information, today announces the most-researched new vehicles of 2009 on the company's top-rated Web site, www.kbb.com. In addition, Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com reveals the top five brands with the greatest share of market interest for 2009.

This year marks the fourth consecutive year that Kelley Blue Book saw increased visitation to its Web site, with nearly 180 million visits to kbb.com in 2009. Because kbb.com is one of the most-trafficked automotive research sites, visitation to specific vehicles has become a leading indicator of sales patterns for manufacturers.

Kbb.com's Top 20 Most-Researched New Vehicles of 2009
1. Honda Accord
2. Honda Civic
3. Toyota Camry
4. Honda CR-V
5. Toyota Corolla
6. Toyota RAV4
7. Toyota Highlander
8. Toyota Prius
9. Nissan Altima
10. Honda Pilot
11. Ford Escape
12. Chevrolet Camaro
13. Honda Odyssey
14. Ford Fusion
15. Mazda3
16. Ford Mustang
17. Volkswagen Jetta
18. Toyota Sienna
19. Lexus RX 350
20. Chevrolet Equinox

The Honda Civic, Honda Accord and Toyota Camry (in varying orders each year) have been the top three most-researched new-vehicles on kbb.com each year since 2004. However, many vehicles made noteworthy jumps into the top 20 most-researched new-vehicles for 2009 that were not on the list in 2008. Chevrolet's all-new redesigned Equinox and Camaro models both grace this year's list for the first time. Also new to this year's top 20 are the recently revamped Lexus RX 350 and the popular, fast-selling Ford Fusion.

The stabilization in gas prices for 2009 has indicated a trend away from smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles over the past year, and thus some popular small cars that were among the most-researched in 2008 have fallen off the list for 2009. Subcompact cars like the Toyota Yaris and Honda Fit, along with the compact MINI Cooper, were among the most-researched new cars last year, but do not hold court among the most-researched models this year. In addition, Chevy's Malibu, redesigned for the 2008 model-year and featured on last year's 'most-researched' list, has seen some of its popularity fade over the past year, no longer listing among the top 20 most-researched new cars of 2009.

"The site traffic on Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com demonstrates what is on the minds of today's new-car shoppers, especially when examining the most-researched new-vehicles of 2009," said James Bell, executive market analyst for Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com. "Declined interest in smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles and increased popularity in attractive, recently redesigned models is an accurate reflection of the marketplace in 2009. We also see that consumers are reacting well to new models and redesigns from domestic manufacturers like Chevy and Ford, which bodes well for their future sales numbers."

(Source: Kelly Blue Book)

Overview of the Honda Display at the 2009 LA Auto Show

Overview of the Honda Display at the 2009 LA Auto Show

http://www.hondanews.com/categories/804/photos/24072

Honda Odyssey Review by Edmunds.com

Review by Edmunds.com

For most of its lifespan, the Honda Odyssey has been a favored pick for many savvy minivan consumers. Although the vehicle had a rather humble debut, it quickly hit its stride once Honda came out with the second-generation model, which featured a spacious cabin and an innovative fold-into-the-floor third-row seat. Now in its third generation, the Odyssey is one of the top minivans currently available.

Invariably, whenever we've had a minivan comparison test, the Honda Odyssey has made a strong showing, usually earning top honors. ... the Honda's combination of [performance and family-friendly] features, along with a roomy, comfortable cabin, sporty driving dynamics and a long-standing impressive record of reliability, have made the Odyssey a favorite among our road-test staffers with kiddies.

The Honda Odyssey is a seven-passenger minivan available in LX, EX, EX-L and Touring trim levels. The well-equipped LX features full power accessories, cruise control, side curtain airbags, stability control and a CD player. The EX adds alloy wheels, eight-passenger seating, power-sliding doors, power driver seat, a six-disc CD changer, in-floor storage with a "lazy Susan" and second-row sunshades.

There's also the EX-L version that provides leather seating, heated seats, a power tailgate and a sunroof. The Touring adds triple-zone climate control, driver memory seat, AC power outlet, power-adjustable pedals, foglights, parking sensors, a second-row removable center console, run-flat tires and a tire-pressure monitoring system. A rear entertainment system and navigation system are optional on the EX-L and Touring.

For power, the Honda Odyssey relies on a 255-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. The EX-L and Touring trim levels feature Variable Cylinder Management, or VCM, which improves the Odyssey's fuel efficiency by "shutting off" three of the engine's six cylinders during cruising and deceleration. When power is needed for acceleration, the engine seamlessly switches back to all six cylinders.

On the road, the Odyssey impresses thanks to its powerful engine and stable handling. Cornering is flat, the steering is direct and acceleration and braking are linear and sure. All of these qualities have made this Honda van a favorite of Edmunds editors, and it won the Edmunds.com Editors' Most Wanted minivan award more times than any other minivan on the market.

source: Edmunds.com

Honda teases new Crosstour on Facebook

The Honda Accord Crosstour has been essentially seen in several spy shots, but its front end remains something of a mystery. Honda has dispelled a bit of that with the release of two frontal pics, and it looks like the front could match the back for curves versus its Accord sedan stablemate. The grille takes an Accord shape, albeit with a different application pattern for the chrome trim. Although having a slightly different layout, the headlights look to have the sleekness of the Accord Coupe's lamps matched to a more stylized version of the Accord sedan's fog lamps. If you want more of the piecemeal reveal routine, you could always join Honda's Facebook page... or you could just wait for the full reveal, happening in a couple of days. The Accord Crosstour goes on sale later this year as a 2010 model.

Honda Accord Crosstour officially confirmed for Fall 2009 as 2010 model

Honda has finally officially confirmed what we've known for some time now – the Japanese automaker will gain a new genre-crossing model called Accord Crosstour, with sales earmarked to begin this fall as a 2010 model.Presumably, by calling it an "Accord Crosstour," Honda will also be able to neatly fold in the rakish new crossover/wagon/hatchback model's sales figures into that of the Accord upon which it is based – all the better to take on Toyota's Camry at the top of the sales charts. Check out Honda's official press release below:

PRESS RELEASE:All-new Honda Accord Crosstour to Arrive in Fall 2009-Torrance, CA

An all-new crossover vehicle based on the award-winning Honda Accord will go on-sale in the fall of 2009 as the "Accord Crosstour," American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today. This new addition to the Honda lineup will be sold as a 2010 model. Additional information will be announced later in the year.For more information about all Honda vehicles, please visit http://www.hondanews.com/. Consumer information is available at www.honda.com.

Honda celebrates 50 years in the U.S. [w/VIDEO]

It's official: Honda America is 50 years old. The company actually began its golden jubilee celebration earlier this year with a special float in the Tournament of Roses parade in Pasadena. That was followed by a little ceremony at the company's headquarters in Torrance, California this month – almost a painfully modest way to commemorate going from nothing to market heavyweight in at least five different areas (cars, motorcycles, recreational vehicles, power equipment, and racing). And all of it was done on the back of a 50 cc step-through motorcycle. Perhaps Honda wants its milestones to sing their own tunes, so you can check them out in the gallery of high-res photos below, or read about them and check out a video that spans the ages after the jump.

The All-New 2009 Honda Insight - Green and ready to be seen

The long-awaited, all-new 2010 Honda Insight has made its debut on America's streets. Affordable and efficient* hybrid technology has become a reality for all by virtue of an affordable price and 41 mpg* combined fuel economy. Naturally, Honda increased the green factor with a sophisticated new system called Eco Assist™†. Stop by your local Honda dealer and experience the new Insight in person. For more information visit the new Insight section of the Honda Web site, or become a fan of the new Insight on Facebook.

Honda Insight takes on a Toyota Prius - who wins??