Cold Morning? Here’s How To Start Your Car
Winter weather is finally upon us, which means we’re in for some pretty chilly mornings here in Plattsburgh, NY; Burlington, VT; Potsdam, Lake Placid, and Malone, NY! Nobody likes heading out the door a few minutes early to clean off and warm up their vehicle, but it’s a necessary evil of living in Upstate New York. A few of you have been asking about the right and wrong way to warm up your vehicle, and we have your answers below!
How long should I let my car warm up in the morning?
Actually, experts suggest that you shouldn’t. While it may be easy to click the automatic car starter, finish getting ready, and head out the door to a toasty vehicle, it’s actually damaging your engine. Engines require an even flow of air and gasoline to run properly, and when the temperature drops, your car will end up putting more gasoline into the engine than air. This “washes away” the oil your engine needs to run properly, which can cause lasting damage. This doesn’t mean that you have to completely break the habit of starting your car a few minutes early, but keep it to just that. Start your car, gather your things, and head out the door.
How should I warm up my car if I can let it idle?
Great question! You might be surprised by this, but the best way to warm up your vehicle is to get in and go! An engine can take anywhere between 5-15 minutes to warm up, so take your time and don’t push your car. It will cause unnecessary stress to the engine.
If you have any other questions about the proper way to warm up your vehicle, stop in and see us at DELLA Honda in Plattsburgh! We’ll check out your vehicle and make sure your heat, defrosters, and everything else are working perfectly for you this winter! The only thing we can’t do is shovel your driveway!
Dee, Sarah. “Warm up Your Car Correctly on Cold Mornings.” Autoblog. Autoblog Open Road, 28 Oct. 2016. Web. 7 Dec. 2016.
Orwig, Jessica. “Stop Hurting Your Engine by Idling the Car When It’s Cold out.” Business Insider. Business Insider, 21 Jan. 2016. Web. 07 Dec. 2016.
Honda Pilot Dominates Three-Row SUV Challenge
Family-friendly three-row SUVs have been pretty popular this year, and to decide which one was the fairest of them all, Cars.com decided to put eight contenders head-to-head in the “Three-Row SUV Challenge.” Over the course of a week, experts evaluated each vehicle on a set course, as well as a 170-mile drive (to test real-world MPG). They were also driven by a family who was in the market for a vehicle in this segment. Not surprisingly, the redesigned 2016 Honda Pilot emerged as the clear leader. Judges admired its interior space, comfort, versatility, and utility, along with its advanced technology (like available Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™). Test drive the Three-Row SUV Challenge Champion right here at DELLA Honda in Plattsburgh!
“Honda Pilot Tops Cars.com “Three-Row SUV Challenge”” Honda Newsroom. N.p., n.d. Web. 06 Dec. 2016. <http://hondanews.com/releases/honda-pilot-named-best-three-row-suv-in-cars-com-midsize-suv-challenge>.
Winter Driving Tips From An Ice Road Trucker
Old man winter is knocking at the doors of those of us living near Plattsburgh, NY; Burlington, VT; Potsdam, Lake Placid, and Malone, NY! What better time to brush up on some safe driving tips from bad weather? And what better person to advise than Alex Deborgorski from History Channel’s Ice Road Truckers? Deborgorski is a pro at driving in the world’s worst conditions. Here’s what he has to say about driving on snowy or icy roads:
- Slow Down: Reduce your MPH about 10 miles for unfavorable road conditions, even if you have All-Wheel Drive.
- Watch Out For Black Ice: Black ice can be difficult to spot. This crystal-clear gaze usually forms on places the sun can’t hit (shadows of buildings), places that trap cold (bridges), and intersections (because of drains), so use extra caution around these places.
- Don’t Brake While Turning: When you have your foot on the brake, the wheel stops turning. To avoid any spin-outs, lightly use the brake before the curve and gradually start turning your wheel. Take your foot off the brake and the gas while you’re taking the turn so you don’t gain any speed.
- Turn Into a Skid: People tend to try to overcorrect when this happens, but the best thing you can do is stay calm, do not brake or accelerate, and turn your car in the same direction your car is skidding. This will “cancel out” the skid and the car will correct and go straight.
Now that you’re ready for the wintery conditions, make sure your vehicle is! Stop by and visit our Service Department at DELLA Honda in Plattsburgh so we can make sure you’re winter-ready. Schedule your appointment today.
“Safe Driving Tips for Bad Weather.” Real Simple. N.p., 30 Jan. 2015. Web. 01 Dec. 2016. <http://www.realsimple.com/work-life/life-strategies/safe-driving-tips>.
2017 Honda Civic Hatchback Page Released
Honda Civic enthusiasts have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of the 2017 Honda Civic Hatchback. This euro-inspired and sporty hatchback version of the Civic is now available at DELLA Honda in Plattsburgh and we’d love to take you out for a test drive! If you want to read up on the details, we’ve prepared a Research and Review page featuring the Civic Hatchback. It will give you the rundown on trim levels, along with performance, standard, safety features, as well as EPA estimated MPG and starting MSRP. Check out the page to discover which model is perfect for you, then stop by and claim yours!
Happy Thanksgiving from DELLA Honda in Plattsburgh!
What’s the most musical part of a turkey?
The drumstick!
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us here at DELLA Honda in Plattsburgh! While we are incredibly thankful for all of our customers every day, we wanted to take a moment to let you know how grateful we are for your continued support and business. Whatever your plans are for the day, we hope you’re surrounded by the friends and family you love the most. Enjoy the holiday and have a piece of pie just for us!
How To Survive Thanksgiving Travel
Thanksgiving is almost here. It’s time for family, delicious food, and unfortunately, traffic. If you’re one of the 40 million Americans traveling for Thanksgiving, you’re probably not looking forward to it. That’s why DELLA Honda in Plattsburgh wants to help your trip go as smoothly as possible with these helpful travel tips.
- The busiest travel days for Thanksgiving are usually Wednesday and Sunday, so do yourself a favor and get out the door sooner, like Tuesday, or later, like Monday to beat the traffic! You’ll be thanking us later.
- If switching your schedule just isn’t an option, try taking a less busy route to your destination. You’ll avoid the stress and road rage of bumper-to-bumper traffic and maybe enjoy some scenery along the way!
- Packing makes perfect! Gather up everything you need for the trip the night before including charging cables, drinks, snacks, and games so you and your passengers will be happy and content all the way there.
- Save time on the interstate by being prepared for the tolls. Make sure you have enough change, or if you have an EZPass, make sure it’s properly mounted.
- Please, on behalf of all of us, do not text and drive! With the roads are hectic as they are this time of year, and the weather being unpredictable, we need all of your focus on the road ahead.
- You may be feeling under pressure to arrive at your destination by a certain time, which may cause you to drive a little faster and break some road rules. We have to remind you that others are probably doing the same, which makes the road very dangerous when you factor in unpredictable weather. Always use caution and obey the speed limit and road signs.
- Last but certainly not least, avoid any vehicle problems by stopping by our Service Department for a vehicle check up! We wouldn’t want something as silly as a flat tire to ruin your Thanksgiving plans.
Stueber, Scott. “Ten Driving Tips to Help You Enjoy Your Thanksgiving Holiday.” West Bend Insurance of Wisconsin. N.p., 19 Nov. 2013. Web. 16 Nov. 2016.
Meet the 2017 Honda HR-V
2017 Honda HR-V
If you’re ready to cross over to cool, cross over to adventure, and cross over to convenience, you’re ready for the 2017 Honda HR-V. This compact SUV is now available at DELLA Honda in Plattsburgh and we are so excited for our customers near Plattsburgh, NY; Burlington, VT; Potsdam, Lake Placid, and Malone, NY to come check it out! If you want to do some research before your test drive, we’ll be making it easier than ever with our new Research and Review Page. This page will give you all the details on the HR-V, including performance, safety, and standard features on every trim level, plus starting MSRP and estimated MPG so you’ll be more than prepared when you visit us at 702 State Route 3 in Plattsburgh, NY 12901. We’ll be announcing the release of this page right here on our blog so check back soon!
November Specials at DELLA Honda in Plattsburgh
The holiday season is quickly approaching, and you know what that means – it’s Happy Honda Days! At DELLA Honda in Plattsburgh, you don’t have to wait until December to get your present. Start off your holiday shopping with a New Honda Vehicle like the 2016 Honda FIT, 2016 Honda Civic Sedan, 2017 Honda Accord, 2016 Honda CR-V, 2016 Honda HR-V, 2016 Honda Odyssey, and 2016 Honda Pilot. Visit us for a test drive and more details on these incredible offers!
DELLA Honda in Plattsburgh Thanks Our Veterans
In honor of Veterans Day, DELLA Honda in Plattsburgh would like tell our customers near Plattsburgh, NY; Burlington, VT; Potsdam, Lake Placid, and Malone, NY about our special Honda Military Appreciation Offer. You can use the $500 Military Appreciation Certificate when you purchase or lease any new 2015 Honda Vehicle or 2016 Honda Vehicle. This offer is available to Active Duty U.S. Military, Active Duty U.S. Military Ready Reserve, and U.S. Military Veterans and Retirees (within 180 days of separation from active service), along with their spouses.
To learn more about this offer, please visit us at 702 State Route 3 in Plattsburgh, NY 12901 so we can provide you with the full details, and also say thank you for your service in person! Happy Veterans Day.
Introducing the 2017 Honda Civic Hatchback
The 2017 Honda Civic Hatchback has finally arrived at DELLA Honda in Plattsburgh, and nobody is more excited than our sales team! Watch the video above to get a quick look at the newest edition to the Civic family. No matter what kind of shopper you are, we have a way for you to get familiar with this vehicle. You can stop in for a test drive at 702 State Route 3 in Plattsburgh, NY 12901, or stay tuned for our newest Research and Review page, which we’ll be releasing soon.
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