The same exact Honda Fit hatchback can you view at Piedmont Honda in Anderson, SC has been taking first place at numerous rally competitions in Australia. The Honda Fit is referred to as the Jazz in countries outside of the United States. Honda's rally teammates Eli Evans and Glen Weston, as well as Claire Ryan and Mark Pedder came in first place at the Rally Calder event. The four team members endured tough weather…
Learn Why Health Nuts Chose the Honda Civic
Do you love the scent of a brand new vehicle? Some car buyers out their enjoy getting into their brand new vehicle and taking in that distinct scent. However, here at Piedmont Honda we must warn you. That powerful new-car scent should actually be considered a warning that the car has high toxicity levels.
Here at Piedmont Honda we believe this news is a little disturbing. Luckily, we also carry the car that ranked the…
Why Drivers are Choosing the 2012 Honda Accord Coupe over the 2012 Genesis Coupe
Drivers in the market for a sporty coupe often narrow their decision down to the Honda Accord Coupe EX Manual Transmission and the Genesis Coupe 2.0T R-Spec Manual. After seeing a side-by-side comparison of the two models, however, many are compelled to go with the 2012 Honda Accord Coupe EX.
Sure, the Genesis might boast a better warranty, slightly less expensive starting M.S.R.P. and a barely distinguishable bump in power, but…
Honda Shows Off Their Dynamic Designs at Tokyo Auto Salon
With a four-vehicle display at the Tokyo Auto Salon (TAS), Japanese automaker Honda has proven just how dynamic their design team is - and how wrong critics are who think "sensible" is all Honda can do. Let's begin with the Honda Beat, shall we?
Long-time Honda enthusiasts will recognize the name of the car as the mid-engine, two-seater that was in production from 1991 to 1996. Piedmont Honda is willing to bet while TAS attendees…
2012 Honda Pilot is the Official 'Family Car of the Year'
One of the most common misconceptions Piedmont Honda hears among families living in Anderson, is that the only way to get seating for eight is to buy a minivan. Happily, for drivers who don't want to adopt quintessential soccer-Mom style, this is not the case. Honda offers an ultra-safe, super-comfortable, sporty alternative with a good dose of sleek: the 2012 Honda Pilot.
Previously, the new Honda Pilot championed a "$37k and Under SUV Shootout…
Honda Fit EV Makes An Appearance in Los Angeles
At the Los Angeles Auto Show, American audiences finally got to see a Honda Fit EV. Piedmont Honda in Anderson, South Carolina has plenty of new and pre-owned Honda Fit hatchbacks, but we still do not have the hybrid variant on North American soil, let alone an electric one. But it seems like that is about to change.
Officials at the show stated that Fit EV, which claims 123 city-mile per charge (76 mile range…
Honda CR-V Receives a Cautious Redesign
The next-generation Honda CR-V recently made its debut at the Orange County Auto Show in California, just prior to the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show. Many in attendance at LAAS were pleased with the direction Honda's top selling, award winning vehicles appear to be taking. But the Japanese auto maker is treading lightly when they go forth and reshape a popular, well known, best selling ride like CR-V.
Current CR-V models at Piedmont Honda…
Honda US Cars Head Overseas
For decades, foreign auto makers built their vehicles in whatever country they were based in. Spearheaded by Honda, companies have set up production lines in the countries their cars are sold in, cutting down on exporting time and cost. Now, the roles may be reversed. Cars built in the US, like Honda Accord, are being shipped to Korea.
With the yen at an all time low, it is more cost effective for Honda to…
Honda Robot Development
Honda might build some of the top vehicles on the road today, including Honda Accord, but this Japanese auto maker also produces a very famous robot: ASIMO.
This 2000 model is not available at Piedmont Honda in Anderson, South Carolina, but Honda continues to improve on its robot design. At the Honda Robotic research facility in Tokyo last week, ASIMO showed off its faster reflexes and quicker running ability. The robot was programmed to…
Will Honda Produce a Fit EV in 2013?
Piedmont Honda in Anderson, South Carolina is happy to introduce the all new Honda Fit - but will the US ever get to see an EV variant of this favorite vehicle?
Honda introduced their EV at the Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany last month. This vehicle will be powered by a lithium-ion battery added to an electric motor.
Honda claims Fit EV, slated to hit the market in early 2012, has a...