Tuesday, February 25, 2014

Anti-Boring

I was chatting with a friend about upgrading Sugar to a CRV sometime in the near (as soon as I save up a little bit) future.  I sort of can't get that week I spent driving one out of my head.


"Hondas are so boring," he said.  "But I guess they're practical."  


Excuse me?  Says the guy who drives the beige beater?!


It was a little bit like he'd insulted my child... or at least called my pet ugly.   Either way, Hondas are not boring.  Not even a little bit.  


Let's take a look at three of Hondas new beauties.  


Does the new CR-Z look boring?




The Honda CR-Z is the world's first production hybrid vehicle to offer a 6-speed manual transmission. These six speeds reward CR-Z drivers with the perfect gear for every driving occasion — including a high final-drive ratio for excellent fuel efficiency[1]. From the S2000 to the Civic Si, Honda has considerable experience with 6-speed manuals. So it's no surprise that the CR-Z's 6-speed gearbox is as efficient as it is engaging. Adding to the experience is an easy-to-grip shift lever finished in aluminum and black leather (EX).


Nope.  Not boring.


How about the new Crosstour?





The Crosstour EX and EX-L models feature a powerful 192-hp (SAE net) 4-cylinder engine. The DOHC i-VTEC® system enhances the effect of VTEC® on Crosstour's 4-cylinder engine by adding Variable Timing Control™, or VTC™.


Does that sound boring to you?  Me neither.


Or the new eco-friendly FCX Clarity?



 
The FCX Clarity is an electric vehicle. A fuel cell vehicle is powered by an electric motor running on electricity generated by a hydrogen-powered fuel cell stack. The more efficient Honda E-Drive electric motor lets you drive with peace of mind knowing that you are helping to reduce the amount of CO2 being released in our atmosphere. The compact coaxial motor is quieter and can run at higher rpm, for greater efficiency and speed.

I'm not sure where my friend is getting his information, but there's nothing boring about a Honda.  I think I need to talk him into a test drive.  Better call my favorite Ken Garff guy, Wendell Wood, and get him behind the wheel for a test drive!

Saturday, February 1, 2014

Things to Do in February

At the start of every month, we here at the Ken Garff Honda of Orem blog will post a round up of exciting things you can do with your family around the Utah Valley!  We are hard at work checking out all of the hundreds of activities, so we can show you what we think are the best ones!  Some may be free, and some may not, but you can guarantee they will all be FUN!

February 1st - 28th - Midway Ice Castles - $5-$10.  We’ve added a lot to the Ice Castle experience since our early days in Midway. This year will be a blend of several new ideas along with some of the initial design that our guests loved in Midway three years ago. We can’t wait and hope you can come!

Feb 6-8, 7:30 pm & Feb 8, 2:00 pm - Cirque Ziva - Golden Dragon Acrobats - $20+ Cirque Zíva, a technically innovative, beautiful new show from the artistic director of the Golden Dragon Acrobats, features a large, athletic cast and spectacular scenic and lighting elements. With superb artistic merit, high production values, and a solid commitment to cultural exchange, Cirque Zíva demonstrates why the Golden Dragon Acrobats have been recognized as the preeminent Chinese acrobatic company touring the United States.

Saturday, February 15th 9:00 AM - Valentine's Stoplight 5k Run.  $25.  Join us for an awesome Stoplight 5K to bring some extra fun to your Valentine’s celebration! For singles and couples alike Wear your colors:
  • Green = Single and ready to mingle
  • Yellow = It’s complicated, but maybe
  • Red = Taken