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Ready for something a bit more substantial than your sedan, but aren’t ready to make to jump to a full-on SUV? The 2017 Honda HR-V is here to the rescue if that’s the case! This compact crossover offers a sedan-like interior and the control and handling more similar to an SUV. If you’re intrigued and want more information on this Honda, you’re in luck! We will be releasing a Research & Review page very soon with all the pertinent details. If you absolutely can’t wait any longer to meet this dream car, visit us today at D'ELLA Honda of Glens Falls!

The second-generation Honda HR-V has been one of the most talked about SUVs since it reemerged in 2015. Drivers near Queensbury, Saratoga, Clifton Park, and Glens Falls, NY have been raving over its sporty functionality and coupe-like styling, and D’ELLA Honda of Glens Falls is happy to announce that the 2017 model year is right around the corner! It is hitting showrooms nationwide this week and is expected to arrive here very shortly. If you’re wondering what has changed for this upcoming year. The 2017 Honda HR-V is adding a new color to replace Alabaster Silver called Lunar Silver. There will also be a new starting MSRP.  The LX 2WD with Six-Speed Manual Transmission will start at $19,365*. All three trim levels including the LX, EX, and EX-L Navi are powered by the efficient and exciting 1.8L Four-Cylinder i-VETC® Engine, which offers 141 horsepower and 127 lb-ft of torque. And with an EPA estimated 34 MPG highway**, it’s no wonder the 2016 Honda HR-V was named the 2016 Green SUV of the Year**! Additional features on the 2017 Honda HR-V include Pandora® radio and Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®, 17-inch alloy wheels, push-button electric parking brake with Automatic Brake Hold, and rearview camera with guidelines. Check back here for updates on this vehicle’s arrival and the release of our Research and Review page! *MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $835 destination charge, and options. Dealer prices may vary. **Based on 2017 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors. ***The Honda HR-V was named 2016 Green SUV of the Year™ by Green Car Journal. This award recognizes the class-leading efficiency and low emissions of the HR-V, highlighted by its top fuel-economy rating of 35-mpg highway. The Green Car Journal is an award-winning publication that focuses on the relationship between automobiles, energy and the environment. This award represents Honda’s continued environmental leadership, and commitment to producing efficient, low-emission vehicles. For more information see GreenCarJournal.com. "Sporty, Functional Honda HR-V Enters 2017 with Fresh Color and Green Credentials." Honda Newsroom. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Sept. 2016.

D’ELLA Honda of Glens Falls is excited to announce the arrival of the 2017 Honda Fit, a versatile, comfortable, and adventure-ready compact vehicle. The Fit is turning ten this year, and over the last decade you’ve probably heard lots of great things about it, but if you want to know about all the latest upgrades and features on this year’s model, check out our latest Research and Review page. Here you’ll discover all of the performance, safety, and standard features on each of the three models, including Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Guidelines, Vehicle Stability Assist™ with Traction Control, Bluetooth® Streaming Audio, Security System with Remote Entry, Push Button Start, Heated Front Seats,  Honda LaneWatch™, and Fog Lights.

Fall is almost here, and you know what that means. Winter is coming (and no, we’re not quoting Game of Thrones). Anyone who has grown up in the Queensbury, Saratoga, Clifton Park, or Glens Falls, NY areas knows that Upstate New York winters are cold, snowy, and icy. Four-Wheel Drive is a must for the winter months, and Honda knows that during winter, drivers want the upper hand. That’s why they took the 2016 Honda HR-V with available Real-Time All-Wheel Drive to a test facility in Minnesota to make sure it could withstand the harshest conditions. D’ELLA Honda of Glens Falls has a wide selection of Honda Vehicles available with this technology. Stop by and see us to show winter who's in charge this year!

The school year is officially underway! As we readjust to sharing the roads with students who are walking, biking, and driving to and from school, D’ELLA Honda of Glens Falls thought it might be helpful to go over some safe driving tips. AAA has released a list as a part of their “School’s Open - Drive Carefully” campaign. Last week, we went over how to slow down in school zones, coming to a complete stop, and minimizing distractions. Check out the next three tips from AAA below! 4.) Reverse Responsibly - We love the Backup Camera in many of our New Honda Vehicles. But it’s important not to rely too heavily on this feature. Blind spots can still happen, so before you start backing up, be sure to take your time and look for kids in the driveway or sidewalk near you. Once you’ve confirmed there are no risks in sight, slowly reverse. 5.) Watch for Bicycles - Kids love to ride their bikes, but they are often inexperienced and a little unsteady while doing so. If you are approaching a younger bicyclist on the road, make sure you’re giving them ample passing space (AAA recommends at least three feet). If your own child rides their bike to school, be sure to talk to them about biking safety and wearing the proper safety equipment, like a properly-fitting helmet. 6.) Talk to Your Teen - You’re not the only one we’re worried about behind the wheel! Car accidents account for the most teenage deaths in the United States, and many of these are completely avoidable. Make sure you’re talking to your teenager about the importance of driving safely. On behalf of everyone at D’ELLA Honda of Glens Falls, we wish you a safe, happy, and successful school year! "AAA Exchange." School's Open – Drive Carefully. N.p., n.d. Web. 24 Aug. 2016. <http://exchange.aaa.com/safety/child-safety/schools-open-drive-carefully/#.V74NvJMrJTZ>.

The Honda Fit is turning ten this year, and you can celebrate with a test drive at D’ELLA Honda of Glens Falls! If you’re interested in learning more about this five-door versatile vehicle, we are in the process of writing a Research and Review page that will tell you everything you need to know about the 2017 Honda Fit before you even come in! Here you’ll learn all about the LX, EX, and EX-L and their performance, safety, and standard features, so you can make the most of your visit! We’ll be announcing the release of this new research page right here on our blog, so check back for more updates.

Happy Labor Day from the entire team here at D’ELLA Honda of Glens Falls! We want to wish a fun-filled extended weekend to everyone who lives near Queensbury, Saratoga Clifton Park, and Glens Falls, NY!

Summer vacation is officially over for most children in the United States, with more than 55 million children heading back to hit the books. They’ll also be hitting the streets, with over 13% of students walking and riding their bikes to school this year. That means you’ll be seeing a lot of them on your work commute. Of course, this increases the chance for accidents, so AAA is warning drivers to be extra careful during September. Their campaign, “School’s Open - Drive Carefully” has released a list of six things you can do to increase driver awareness and pedestrian safety this fall. Take a look at the first three below! 1.) Slow Down - If you could reduce your chance of killing a pedestrian by over two-thirds, would you? Of course you would, and that’s exactly what happens when drivers obey the school zone speed limits, which are generally about 10 MPH under the speed limit. It’s amazing the difference it makes! Make sure to check the signs when heading into a school zone so you know exactly how fast you can go and what times the speed limit is in effect. 2.) Come to a Complete Stop - Coming to a complete stop is an important part of driver safety, yet it is often overlooked. In fact, research reveals that one-third of drivers roll through stop signs instead of stopping completely. When you are traveling through a school zone or neighborhood, children are often walking the streets, and assume you seem them and will stop for them. By coming to a complete stop and looking around for any pedestrians, you can easily avoid a potentially dangerous collision. 3.) Eliminate Distractions - Distracted driving remains one of the number one causes of car accidents, and when you add in child pedestrians, it’s a deadly combination. Even if you look away for two seconds, you could double your chance of crashing. Children can often be quick and unpredictable, and may not be following the rules of the road either. Eliminate distractions such as eating or using your cell phone behind the wheel, so you can be prepared to stop abruptly if you have to. Want more suggestions? Visit our blog next week and we’ll give you three more helpful tips from AAA including reversing responsibly, watching out for bicycles, and talking to your teenager drivers. "AAA Exchange." School's Open – Drive Carefully. N.p., n.d. Web. 24 Aug. 2016. <http://exchange.aaa.com/safety/child-safety/schools-open-drive-carefully/#.V74NvJMrJTZ>.

Every month or so, we catch up with one of the faces behind Honda through their inspirational video series, “What Makes a Honda is Who Makes a Honda.” Honda, who is committed to the Power of Dreams, features employees who illustrate that commitment every day. The latest episode of “What Makes a Honda is Who Makes a Honda” features the Senior Program Director of Honda Silicon Valley Lab, Naoki “Nick” Segimoto. Segimoto, who leads the advanced information technology R&D team, studied automotive engineering in college at the University of Tokyo but had no plans to pursue a career in the automotive industry. He was much more interested in the development of the internet and technology, but always respected Honda as a company for the dedication to innovation. And in 2005, he blended his passion for technology and automobiles and joined the Honda team. Now, Segimoto works as a liaison between the technology and automotive industry, helping to build driver-assistance technology in Honda vehicles like Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™. "A lot of change is happening in the technology and automotive industries, and going forward it is more important now than ever for Honda to work with innovators of all types to remain competitive," said Sugimoto. The full episode is available below! "Leader of Honda Silicon Valley Lab Featured in "Who Makes a Honda" Video." Honda Media Newsroom. N.p., 31 Aug. 2016. Web. <http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hondanews.com%2Freleases%2Fleader-of-honda-silicon-valley-lab-featured-in-who-makes-a-honda-video>.

Back-to-School season is upon us, and what better way to start the school year than with a brand new Honda? We might be little bit biased, but we’ve got KBB to back us up! Kelley Blue Book’s annual 10 Best Back-to-School Cars list has been released, and it features not one, not two, but THREE Honda vehicles! The list, which evaluates models to determine which has the best balance of fun, safety, and affordability for families and students. As any parent of a teenager already knows, it’s hard to agree on what is considered a “good” vehicle. Parents tend to focus on safety, while teenagers are more focused on fun and style. Luckily for them, you don’t have to choose when you drive a Honda! The 2016 Honda HR-V clinched the fourth spot on the list, with the 2016 Honda Civic closely ahead at spot number three, and the 2016 Honda Fit claiming the top spot at number one! All three Honda winners are stylish, fun, and safe, with safety features like Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure, LATCH System, Multi-Angle Rearview Camera, Vehicle Stability Assist™ with Traction Control, Hill Start Assist, and Anti-Lock Braking System! Stop by D’ELLA Honda of Glens Falls to test drive these three back-to-school vehicles or any other Honda vehicles on our lot! "10 Best Back-to-School Cars 2016 - Kelley Blue Book." Kbb.com. N.p., 2 Aug. 2016. Web. 23 Aug. 2016. < http://www.kbb.com/car-reviews-and-news/top-10/best-back-to-school-cars-2016/2100000911/ >.

Soccer moms, beware - the Honda Odyssey is back at it again with the cool van! This time, it’s with some help from Bisimoto, the engineers that helped tune this minivan to produce a whopping 1,029 horsepower. Yes, you read that correctly! That’s more horsepower than a Ferrari F12. This Bisimoto version recently headed to Monterey Car Week to be auctioned at Mecum’s Monterey Auction. There’s no word on what the final bidding price was, but we bet it was a lot! We don’t have it available here at D’ELLA Honda of Glens Falls, but with a V6 Engine, 248 horsepower, and 250 lb-ft of torque on the 2016 Honda Odyssey, we think you’ll be plenty impressed with our version (and our price!). Stop by 313 Quaker Rd. in  Queensbury, NY 12804 today. Elliott, Andrew. "Someone Will Spend Stupid Money On This 1,000-HP Honda Minivan." CarBuzz. N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Aug. 2016. < http://www.carbuzz.com/news/2016/8/13/Someone-Will-Spend-Stupid-Money-On-This-1-000-HP-Honda-Minivan-7734984/ >.

The 2017 Honda Fit goes on sale today, and while it hasn’t arrived just yet, we want to give you all the fun details as you prepare for test drive! It’s hard to believe, but the Honda Fit is celebrating its ten year anniversary. The Fit was introduced in 2006 as a 2007 model, and offered Honda customers affordability and fun. This versatile five-door subcompact hatchback is now in its third generation and it’s bringing its A game, with functionally fun features like the Magic Seat®, LED breaklights, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®, and class-leading passenger volume. The fun doesn’t stop there! Under the hood of the 2017 Honda Fit is an Earth Dreams™ Technology 1.5L Four-Cylinder Engine that offers 130 horsepower and 114 lb-ft of torque. Want more details? Stop by D’ELLA Honda of Glens Falls to learn more, and keep checking our blog for its announcement arrival! "Versatile and Fun 2017 Honda Fit Goes On Sale – Marks Its 10th Year in America as It Continues to Rack Up Awards and Recognition." Honda Newsroom. N.p., n.d. Web. 19 Aug. 2016. < http://hondanews.com/releases/versatile-and-fun-2017-honda-fit-goes-on-sale-marks-its-10th-year-in-america-as-it-continues-to-rack-up-awards-and-recognition >.