Piedmont Honda Blog Articles

The upcoming 2018 Honda Odyssey was recently unveiled at the 2017 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) and it introduced some awesome updates that drivers from Anderson, Greenville, Simpson, Easley, and Clemson, SC are sure to enjoy! While the 2018 Honda Odyssey isn’t available yet in showrooms like ours here at Piedmont Honda, there is an anticipated release for Spring 2017, so you don’t have to wait long!

At Piedmont Honda, we’re proud to serve drivers from all across South Carolina, and there’s a reason so many folks from Anderson, Greenville, Simpsonville, Easley, and Clemson, SC have made us their go-to stop for all their Honda-related needs. One of the ways we keep folks on the road is by offering a robust selection of pre-owned vehicles under $10,000. When you’re looking for the prefect intersection of quality and value, this is where we steer folks!

At Piedmont Honda, we're proud to inform our prospective buyers, loyal customers and readers that for a stunning 31st time, Car and Driver magazine has named the 2017 Honda Accord to its list of 2017 10Best Cars in America. The magazine releases its list annually, and the Honda Accord has been part of it since the very beginning.

The 2017 Honda Ridgeline distinguishes itself in a crowded truck market with an ingenious design, host of innovations and intuitive interior. Think the functionality of a pickup with the versatility of a SUV for your convenience. Whether you're traveling solo on a work mission, or you have a family to haul around, the 2017 Honda Ridgeline is a desirable option for our drivers looking for a truck that seamlessly goes from the outskirts of Anderson, SC to downtown without missing a beat.

Staying in complete control behind the wheel is important to your safety and the safety of those around you; of course, when your vehicle is equipped with amazing safety technology, it's all the easier to have a smooth ride. Honda recently filed for two patents about some incredibly advanced safety tech and we knew we have to share the news with you.

To help save on gas, many vehicles with an automatic transmission employ a CVT - short for "continuously variable transmission" - but that could change soon! Or, at least, be one of a few options. We recently found out that Honda filed a patent for an 11-speed transmission, and that spells good news for drivers that want a more engaging experience on the road.

There were a lot of awesome things to see at this year's Comic-Con in San Diego but, of all the media and gaming stuff to see, our favorite automaker brought something that truly caught our eye. Decked out in blue and yellow, a Sonic the Hedgehog-themed Honda Civic rolled in and took our breath away.

Our favorite Japanese automaker is always thinking of ways to make their vehicles more efficiently and, recently, they announced they'd be making hybrid engines in a new way. Previously, hybrid engines relied on rare-earth metals for production but, with the projected cost of these metals increasing by 14% a year, it was clear that a new process was needed.

Keeping safe on the road is important and, when we learn about any recalls that our favorite Japanese automaker has announced, we know we have to get the word out! Recently, Honda announced that both the 2015-2016 Odyssey as well as the 2016 Pilot are being recalled for fuel tank issues. If you or anyone in your home drives these vehicles, please read on for more details.

The Honda Accord has been around for a long time, folks. In fact, last month was its 40th anniversary, as it was first debuted in June of 1976, and it's been a benchmark for the incredible driving experience that all of your deserve. Our favorite Japanese automaker is celebrating and we certainly are too!