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30-Year-Old Honda Civic Named Bluey

After serving him serving him for over 20 years, Harry Ettling's 1982 Honda Civic is finally being put to rest. We here at Norris Honda, located at 925 Merritt Blvd Baltimore, MD, are in the know about the long-lasting dependability the new Honda lineup offers, but even we were a bit flabbergasted when we heard about the incredible life that Ettling's Civic lived. That said, today we'd like to share it with…

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Honda Testing Stride Management Assist Device

Four years ago, Honda released the Stride Management Assist device. Since then, the Japanese automaker has been fine-tuning it and now the straightforward device is about to undergo field testing at Japan's National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology (NCGG).

Let's take a glance at the Honda Stride Management Assist device

- Weight: 6.2 pounds (including batteries)
- Running time: Approximately two hours
- Pre-programmed range to make subtle adjustments to walking range and rhythm
- Heartbeat…
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Honda Plans on Recycling Used Hybrid Batteries

Honda has taken the next step towards eco-friendliness and efficiency with plans to extract rare earth metals out of discarded nickel-metal hydride batteries. They have been extracting rare earth metals from nickel-hydride batteries with the help of Japan Metals & Chemicals Co. since April. And now that the company has a decent supply of extracted materials gathered, they've announced the next step in the process: using recycled rare earth metals in the production/assembly line…

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More American Production For Honda Models

Three new Honda models that Norris Honda offers to drivers in the greater Baltimore area could soon have new production homes right here in the United States. Currently, Honda assembles most of its lineup in North America, but still imports a few models from Japan. However, those few models that do still make a trip across the Pacific are starting to cost more money than they sell for, and moving their production Stateside might be…

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New Honda Models Win AutoPacific Awards

The sales team at our Honda dealership in Baltimore is quite proud to say that 3 models available in the new Honda lineup at Norris Honda, have won "Vehicle Satisfaction Awards" from AutoPacific. The fact that Honda has won these awards is an impressive feet on its own, but what's even more outstanding is how they won the awards.

 

The AutoPacific "Vehicle Satisfaction Awards" are given out based on the feedback that the company…

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2 Honda Models Perfect for Large Dog Owner

For many large dog owners, there will never be a better vehicle than the Honda Element. Though officially discontinued, it's one used Honda model that Norris Honda, serving Baltimore continues to see a high demand for from dedicated canine owners. With a total of 74.6 cubic feet of space with the seats down, the compact SUV can fit just about any large breed of dog with ease and comfort. But what's the…

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2012 Honda CR-V – Rated Top Compact Crossover SUV by Consumer Reports

The compact crossover SUVs segment is becoming increasingly popular and competitive. Baltimore drivers love the style, utility, and efficiency crossover SUVs offer, which is why so many automakers are updating their current offerings and even creating some entirely new ones. And while Norris Honda would be happy to settle the debate and proclaim that the 2012 Honda CR-V is the best, we need proof to back it up, and now we have that.

Recently, Consumer…

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Honda Choses Leviton as EV Charging Solution Partner

In the near future, Honda plans to launch two plug-in vehicles. One is a battery-electric vehicle, while the other is a plug-in hybrid. They are the 2013 Honda Fit EV and the 2013 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid. And while Norris Honda, serving Baltimore, Ellicott City, Glen Burnie, and Parkville, is quite thrilled for the launch of both models, there are still quite a few questions to be answered in regards to each of them.

One…

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Honda Adds New Civic Variants to Australian Market

In Australia, there are new variants of Honda Civic models available. It's part of a new sales tactic, which the Japan-based company hopes will help increase sales to match their 2010 numbers, about 40,000 units in a year.

Several new trims of the Civic are coming soon, including an upgraded based VTi-L with more standard features but a lower price compared to last year's vehicle. Two other trims are also making a…

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Honda CR-V Actually More Affordable Then The Rogue

So, you're shopping for a new crossover and have narrowed your decision down to two models: the new Honda CR-V 2WD LX Automatic Transmission and new Rogue S FWD. Which one do you decide on?

If fuel economy, safety, comfort and convenience are among your primary concerns the answer is simple. You choose the 2012 Honda CR-V.

"But, the new Rogue offers a slightly smaller starting M.S.R.P," you say.

Not when…

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