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Careful preparation and planning can turn your next road trip into an enjoyable experience. Avoid the pitfalls of flat tires, running out of gas or even a costly breakdown by having your car checked by a Honda service center, like the one here at Concord Honda, shortly before your journey. The following DIY tips are also helpful to get you there efficiently and may save you money from not having to buy items along the way.

• Check tire pressure and dashboard gauges
• Inspect your wiper blades and oil 

When going out on a trip, the last thing anyone wants is to run into trouble on the road. The staff here at Concord Honda wants to ensure that you are well prepared for your road trip to avoid and unseen bumps in the road.

 

Many drivers forget about to check their tires from time to time to make sure they are in good shape and have enough tread to grip the road. Your tires also act as a safety feature to keep your car, truck or SUV on the road. But when was the last time you checked your tires?

 

When there are difficulties with vehicles, many car owners seek to find the cheapest solutions possible. This is a reasonable desire, since the overall cost of owning a vehicle includes maintenance and repairs that can get quite pricey. It is normal for vehicle owners to want to cut costs where they can. Buying car parts away from the dealership, however, can greatly decrease the vehicle's overall value in the future.

Are the tires on your Honda starting to look a little worse for wear?

Use this simple trick to see if your tires are due for replacement:

The Penny Test: Insert a penny top-first into your tire tread. Can you still see Lincoln's head? If so, it's time to replace your tires. Lincoln lets you know that your tires are worn down too much to be safe. Worn tires put a lot of stress on your vehicle and they make it harder to gain traction. This makes driving in poor weather particularly challenging and unsafe.

It happens to everyone. You are driving you vehicle and all of the sudden your check engine light comes on. This can happen after you put gas in the car or at any other time. It is human nature to figure the worse is yet to come, but, does that little light really mean a huge vehicle repair bill? There is a hidden meaning behind the light coming on and knowing what to do could save you thousands of dollars in costly repair. So, do you want to know the secret message that your car is trying to tell you…

The brakes of your Honda are arguably one of the most important things for it. In order to ensure that your vehicle is safe and can come to a complete stop, it will be important to maintain them on a regular basis.

Like all other mechanical parts of your car, you will need to get the brakes inspected and repaired every so often. This will ensure that they work properly and allow you to always drive a safe vehicle. As a rule of thumb, you will want to have your brakes inspected every 12,000 miles or once every year…

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…

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.

A backup camera and lane departure warning may not sound like something you'd find on Santa Claus' sleigh, but it's true, the man in red has upgraded his ride. After many centuries, he opted to trade in his old sleigh for a custom Honda sleigh with many of the same features you'd find in the 2015 Honda Civic. We know it wasn't an easy decision for Santa to make, but we…