Honda Start Something Special: Bob's Accord

Start something special with a new Honda vehicle.

For all of your Honda needs, visit our website: Honda of Gainesville

Poll: What Winter Olympic Event are You Most Excited About

Your Favorite Winter Olympic Event Is...

Ice Hockey

Bobsled

Snowboarding

Curling

Luge

Poll Maker

The Honda Word Search Challenge

We hope everyone is having a good week thus far, and that you have a fun weekend planned. For a little relief at the end of the work week, try your hand at solving our Honda Word Search Challenge. Let us know when you have found all of the model names in the puzzle and how quickly you completed the task.

For all of your automotive needs, visit our website to get started: Honda of Gainesville

What Technology Could Improve Electric Automobiles?

With the wide push towards clean fuel and a lower dependence on gasoline in American automobiles, we thought it would be interesting to open a forum for technology that can help improve the quality of our EV automobiles.

Can you think of anything that would improve battery life, make charging easier, or get better efficiency out of an electric vehicle?

Take, for example, the following accessory for an electric vehicle, which is designed to improve battery life provide small charges while on the go. It is a simple, yet wildly functional idea. By attaching small wind turbines to the roof of the car, one can create electricity with the movement of the vehicle.

What are your thoughts? Share them in a comment below and let's get the discussion off the ground.

Poll: What is Your Favorite Car Color

We thought it would be interesting to hear from you, and to see which car color our customers prefer the most. Vote for your choice below, and compare your vote to the results to see how many others agree with your choice :)

What is Your Favorite Car Color?

White

Black

Silver

Blue

Red

Purple

Poll Maker

For all of your Honda needs, visit our website: Honda of Gainesville

Gift Ideas For the Honda Enthusiast in Your House

With the holidays and Winter birthdays fast approaching, now is a great time to get ahead on some of your gift shopping. For the Honda gear head in the family there are plenty of great options that they will enjoy.

Here are some great gift ideas to help you with the Holiday shopping:

To get a gift that doesn't go under the tree, visit our website and browse our great selection of Honda vehicles: Honda of Gainesville

Throwback Thursday: Classic Honda Photographs

Throwback Thursday is a growing trend in the social media multiverse, and we are definitely participating. Check out these great photos nd let us know which is your favorite.

Whether you own a classic Honda or a new model, we are your stop for all your car needs: Honda of Gainesville

A Brief History of Gainesville

We thought it would be fun this week to do some digging into the history of Gainesville, FL. The town has a rich and ongoing tradition, and it is important to know where one came from to move forward.

Here it goes:

1. In 1824 Florida is annexed to the United States and Alachua County was created. Newnansville, at the time, was deemed the county seat.
2. When the Florida Railroad was proposed the county voted to create a new county seat, and in 1853 Gainesville was founded.
3. Following the Civil War, Gainesville saw pushes in cotton production and education, with Gainesville Academy and the Union Academy being two new schools in the local area.
4. In 1906 the University of Florida began operating outside of the town, and subsequently the population grew and economy improved. 
5. After World War 2, Gainesville saw a large amount of expansion, including the growth of the University, the installation of new businesses, and the building of a new Courthouse and other public buildings.
6. Moving beyond the 1970's a large push to preserve the original nature of the town succeeded in the creation of the historic district and efforts in this light continue.

There is plenty more to discuss, and plenty of local knowledge to learn from. If you have more to add, we urge you to write your experience or knowledge in a comment below!

Adventures in Your Area

Honda vehicles are built for the road ahead, and we love to hear stories of our customers taking trips in their Hondas. Whether it be to the beach, a cabin, or to a relatives house, get out there and enjoy what your area has to offer.

Here are some great destinations to consider:

1) Sanibel Island

2) Siesta Key

3) Caladesi Island State Park

4) Apalachicola National Forest

Don't forget to get your car serviced before you hit the open road! Visit our website to check for current service specials designed to help save you money: Honda of Gainesville Service Specials

Have a Happy Halloween and Stay Safe With These Tips

Fuel Saving Tips to Make Your Wallet Happy and Tank Full

With the push for fuel efficiency in Honda vehicles, it is important to be aware of habits that you have as a driver that may hinder the full capability of your vehicle. Check out this awesome graphic to get some good pointers and help save on gas.

To find the Honda with the right gas mileage for your needs, browse our selection at our website: Honda of Gainesville

Have You Taken the Honda Museum Tour?

Honda has made their museum in Japan available for virtual tour with the help of Google Maps. If you haven't checked this out already, it is definitely worth the time! Look at classic Honda vehicles, racing cars, and everything Honda at the link below.

Honda has had a long, vibrant history in the auto industry and their museum catalogs the ongoing tradition of the company. Let us know what your favorite part of the tour is in a comment below!

Take the tour here: Honda Museum - Japan

To find out how Honda vehicles can improve your driving experience, and to find the right Honda for your needs, visit our website: Honda of Gainesville Main Page

Fuel Economy and The 2014 Honda Fit EV

With more and more households looking for clean energy solutions, it is no surprise that Honda is pushing the boundaries of what their vehicles can do as well. Honda has been recognized for its efforts to find better and create more affordable "Green Technologies" and the 2014 Honda Fit EV is a testament to that mission.

 Learn more about the Honda Fit EV here: Honda Fit EV

Read about Honda's Green energy commitments here: Honda's Blue Skies for Our Children

To check out new/used Honda vehicles, and to find the perfect one for you and your family, visit our website and start browsing today: Honda of Gainesville Website

Taking Time to Plan the Route!

Taking a family road trip is fun, lots of fun! Whether it is to a favorite camping spot, or in the winter to get in some slope time, the journey is often the best part of the vacation. We thought we would provide some tips to help make the most of your time on the road. Enjoy, and let us know were you plan to travel next!

1. Google Maps is a good source for local events and attractions along the way.
2. Road Trippers is an excellent website to get the most out of your trip
3. Co-Pilot Live is a great mobile app for road trips, and has some excellent interactive features
4. GasBuddy is a mobile app that can help you save some cash along the way.
5. Open Table is a great way to find good restaurants in an unfamiliar area.

We hope your next road trip is the best one yet, and that these tips helped you get the ball rolling. Have fun and let us know where you visited!

Visit our service website as well before you hit the road and ensure that your vehicle is running at its best: http://www.hondaofgainesville.com/schedule-service-appointment.htm

Honda Has More Success at Baltimore Grand Prix

Honda and Honda Racing have had a large presence in the IZOD IndyCar Racing series for some time, and with current races prove why they are among the best to beat. Recently, at the Baltimore Grand Prix, Honda had three cars in the top-five, and eight in the top-20. This is a great result for all the drivers, and for Honda itself, which continues to remain dominant in the IndyCar series.

Currently Honda sits tied with Chevrolet for the Manufacturers' Championship, with eight wins to each of their names. In addition, Scott Dixon and Simon Pagenaud (both are Honda drivers) sit in second and third respectively for the overall points championship.

Stay tuned to the IndyCar series, and cheer on Honda as they move towards another wonderful season!

Check out our website to find a Honda vehicle that is right for you, and learn why Honda remains at the top of their game: http://www.hondaofgainesville.com/index.htm

Diana Nyad dodges sharks, swims 110 miles, and lands herself in the record books

Swimming 110 miles from Cuba to Key West, FL sounds hard enough within itself, even for a young-gun athlete. Add in the danger of sharks, dehydration, and the solitary nature of swimming in a vast ocean and the task becomes even more daunting.

This, however, did not phase Diana Nyad (64), who after 4 previous attempts has accomplished her goal of completing the swim without protective caging. She began on Saturday in the waters outside of Havana, Cuba and ended her journey two days later in Key West, Fl. Diana is the first person to complete the swim unaided by a protective shark cage, making the accomplishment that much more impressive. 

Diana is quoted by the New York Times as having said along the beach shortly after the swim, "I have three messages. One is we should never, ever give up. Two is you never are too old to chase your dreams. Three is it looks like a solitary sport, but it takes a team."

A big congratulations to Diana and all involved in the accomplishment. It is not often that one learns of a 64 year old who is doing the kind of activities that Diana is, and she is a true inspiration.

For more about the swim click here.

From the entire team at Honda of Gainesville, congratulations to Diana on her accomplishments!

Labor Daze Fest 2013 in Gainesville, FL

In honor of Labor Day 2013 the city of Gainesville will play host to the third annual Labor Daze Festival. The family friendly event offers local music, vendors, food, children’s activities, and is in honor of the workers of Gainesville.

Trisha Ingle, the event organizer, is quoted by The Gainesville Sun as saying, “This is by locals, for locals and about locals [..] We don't have anything like it that caters specifically to locals and the people that make this city run, the workers.”

This provides the perfect opportunity to get the family out of the house and celebrate along with the local population. Events such as this one drive the heart of a successful community, as it provides a singular forum for open discussion, and to celebrate recent successes.

Take part in the fun and drive the family out in your Honda vehicle to save on gas. Hope all goes well and that your enjoy the festivities.

For additional information, the following links may help:

http://www.gainesville.com/article/20110901/ARTICLES/110839963

https://www.facebook.com/events/192055634191981/

Enjoy the Great Outdoors With Your Honda

Looking to get out of the house and spend some quality time with your Honda?  Why not take a drive down one of Florida's best reserved natural, historical, and scenic regions?  Scenic US 441 Corridor along with SR 331 offer miles of country roads with beautiful lakes and prairies interspersed with rural homesteads.  Get out there and enjoy the beauty of our state in your Honda!

Visit www.HondaofGainesville.com for all of your Honda needs. 

Summer Storms May Pose Danger

Keep yourself and your family safe during those torrential summer downpours we are all-too familiar with.  Summer heat can warp and crack wiper blades making them less effective during unexpected storms.  Change out your wipers each summer to ensure that you will have the visibility you need to maneuver safely during summer storms.  Visit our website for all of your Honda needs.  

3 Reasons Honda is the coolest brand that goes beyond selling automobiles

Find your next vehicle on our Honda of  Gainesville website!

1. Honda Jet
2. Honda Marine
3. Honda Power Equipment

Pictured above, the HondaJet has room for the family, luggage, golf clubs, and even man’s best friends.