When manufacturers first started selling sub-compact SUVs in the US, it seemed as if they didn’t take the segment seriously or perhaps simply misread the market. With high-style, low-utility models like the Nissan Juke and Toyota C-HR, these cars were clearly targeted at young single buyers who valued looks and style over practicality. The Buick Encore at least seemed like a genuine effort,…
Have you ever wondered how Honda consistently produces products that are perfectly suited to its target market and are leaders in their segments? Much of the credit actually goes to Honda’s extensive Research and Development network in the US. Honda’s R&D in the US celebrated its 50th year in 2025. Michael Hohl Honda joins its vehicle supplier in celebrating a half-century of impressive research and the amazing…
There was a time when our vehicles would hit 100,000 miles on the odometer and would start falling apart. Some owners would trade in their vehicles sooner in their lifecycle – sometimes every three years. This is not the case anymore. Automobiles are now built for durability with components that can last well beyond 100,000 miles with regular maintenance….
Most multi-car households will opt for their largest vehicles for cross-country trips, and many people still consider “economy cars” unsuitable for long-distance travel. Motor Trend editor and New York native Kristen Lee will spend a year reviewing the 2025 Civic Hybrid Sport Touring. To start, she had to drive the vehicle from the publication’s Los Angeles-area office to her home in New York City. Michael Hohl Honda summarizes her experience. For…
The first Honda Prelude made its debut 48 years ago. With its compact size and two-headlight front-end styling, it looked as if it could have been derived from the Civic, but in fact, the sport coupe with a notchback body style had its own platform, though its suspension, brakes, and engine were all borrowed from the…
If you’re looking for a vehicle that can drive well off the road as well as on it, the 2026 Passport gives you both the comfort and performance you expect from a Honda. From the new upright exterior design to the proven and powerful V6 engine and i-TVM4 all-wheel drive system, the 2026 Passport was created to go anywhere – including through the…
Being seasonally prepared when caring for your car means you’re ready for anything. Both winter and summer are the two most strenuous seasons for vehicles because they can present the most significant obstacles. When the weather turns freezing, there are specific steps you need to take to maintain your Honda and ensure its reliability and your safety. Make Sure Your Battery’s in Good Health First things first, go to Michael Hohl Honda and have your battery tested. This is a simple…
“Where the Rubber Meets the Road” is a phrase used to describe the most important point of something, or the moment of truth when all theories and speculation are put to a real-world test. The term comes directly from the contact between a vehicle’s tire and the surface it is on. It stems from the fact that all a vehicle’s fancy…
Your vehicle should be able to drive competently throughout the year. One way to ensure it’s competence is to make sure your wheels are properly aligned. What if they are not? What happens when your wheels steer you the wrong way in a lane? Getting your alignment right is essential for safe driving. How do you know when your vehicle is out of balance? You…
If you have been driving long enough, you undoubtedly have memories of discovering a dead battery in your car. If that memory is accompanied by cold weather, it may seem like Murphy’s Law, but in fact, it is another law altogether—the law of thermodynamics. Michael Hohl Honda explains. A battery is simply an energy storage…
