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Honda Testing EVs Throughout China

A hybrid version of the 2012 Honda Fit  might not be available at Hillside Honda in Jamaica, NY, but an all electric version from the Japanese auto maker is being tested throughout China.

Honda Motors began testing their EV fleet thanks to the governments of Guangzhou and Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd.  

For the testing, Fit EVs are taken through real-world urban environments to witness their practicality, as well as identify technological issues...

Maine Driver Reaches 1,000,000 Miles in His Honda Accord

Honda has always been known for their longevity and durability, but no one has truly proved that as well as Joe LoCicero. Joe has managed to get an astounding 1,000,000 miles on his 1990 Honda Accord.  The best part is, his car is still going!

The first question that pops into many people's minds is how did he get this far without mechanical difficulty? Well, Joe would tell you...

Is an EV Honda Fit on its Way?

Honda fans are familiar with the Fit and know that it gets great gas mileage and is extremely economical. In fact, Hillside Honda on 139-07 Hillside Ave in Jamaica, NY has a few Fit vehicles in stock.

While we love the current Fit, an electric version was recently debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The Fit EV was powered by a lithium-ion battery which was connected to an electric motor...

Honda Is The #1 Green Car Maker

A survey from the US Green Building Council found that Honda's HQ in Torrance, CA and several other facilities throughout the US and Canada are "Green Building" approved. This is not the first time Honda has received such honors - the company's first LEED-certified building was named in 1999 - the Gresham, OR parts and service facility.

LEED facilities (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) are buildings designed to minimize energy use...

New 2012 Honda Fit

The Honda Fit has become extremely popular, and for good reason. The Fit is fuel efficient, which nowadays is a huge draw, and it is also extremely affordable. The 2012 version of the Honda Fit will be out next year and we expect the car to only get better.

For those of you who like the Honda the way it is, you don't have to worry. The interior and exterior...