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A generational fourth to be built in Alabama, and the second seeing design and development right here in the States, the upcoming 2018 Honda Odyssey is soon to appear at Honda dealerships nationwide, and Concord Honda looks forward to the day it appears on our lot. Families around Concord, CA and beyond looking to head out on that long-planned day trip or extended vacation ought to have plenty about which to be excited.

Among the offerings evinced by an April 25, 2017 Honda press release out of Lincoln, AL, one can find not only a new 280-horsepower i-VTEC® V6 powerhouse…

There are all kinds of performance cars out there, but one subset that has only recently become popular in America is the hot hatch. After the 9th generation Honda Civic Type R made waves in Europe in 2014, the clamoring of U.S. enthusiasts finally swayed the Japanese automaker to offer the tenth-gen right here in the states. Yesterday, that model debuted in Geneva.

No one likes having to stop at the gas pump. It takes you out of your way, slows down your trip, and you have to spend money. There are better ways to use your cash, so try these tips in Concord to have a more fuel efficient drive in your Honda.

Tip #1: Pack less

The more weight that's in your vehicle, the more fuel your engine uses because it has to work harder to carry it. Try limiting yourself to only what you need.

Tip #2: Make it one trip

Your engine is the most efficient when it…

When shopping for a vehicle, many drivers in Concord might think that their only two options are a new vehicle or a used vehicle. Well, yes and no. Yes, because a vehicle is either new or used (obviously). But no, because a used vehicle doesn't mean you have to compromise on quality and protection just for a lower price. It can be like new, and that's what you'll find in the third option: a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Honda.

Is a CPO Honda for you? The short answer is yes! The longer answer is that there are plenty…

Honda introduced the Ridgeline, and it's the perfect car for drivers who wanted the feel of an SUV, but the durable open cargo space of a truck. And if you’re a fan of Honda’s innovative take on the Ridgeline, you will love the new-from-the-ground-up features in the 2017 model.

The Honda Ridgeline is based on a version of Honda's Global Light Truck platform, which also supports the Pilot. The five-passenger, crew-cab only Ridgeline comes equipped with...

Safety features are always changing and improving, and our favorite Japanese automaker is working to make some truly advanced features. Honda has filed patents for two new safety technologies that would make use of augmented reality heads-up displays, also known as HUDs. Their aim is to make us, and those around us, safer than ever.

Saving money at the fuel pump is a great feeling and there are a lot of factors that go into making an efficient vehicle. Honda knows that drivers all across the world deserve a more efficient and affordable driving experience and that's why they have something in the works that will make your trips last all the longer before you have to pull into a gas station.

Hybrid engines have been made using rare-earth metals but, as these metals are expected to increase in demand considerably every year, our favorite Japanese automaker knew they had to cut their reliance on them somehow. Their experts got to work and Honda has no announced that one of their upcoming hybrid vehicles will use different materials, all for the better.

We want all of our drivers in the greater Concord, CA area and beyond to have the safest and most satisfying driving experience possible so, when we learned of a recall announced for two Honda models, we knew we had to get the word out. If you or someone in your home drives either the 2015-2016 Odyssey or the 2016 Pilot, you may be affected by the recall.

We've recently found out that our favorite Japanese automaker has a vehicle eligible to win the 2017 North American Car, Truck, and Utility Vehicle of the Year Award and we couldn't be more excited! It's the new 2017 Honda Ridgeline and this pickup truck is sure to leave the competition in its dust.