Ever go to the gas station and wonder, “would my car run better if I chose the extra premium gas?” According to Jalopnik, there’s no need to buy the premium gas if your car only requires regular quality. Every car comes with a recommended octane rating for fuel which can usually be found in a user…
Shopping for used cars usually makes everyone antsy. Most people aren’t auto experts, so there’s always the worry that somehow you’re being ripped off. At Middletown Honda, we pride ourselves in offering honest, transparent customer service. That’s why drivers from Orange County area communities like Mahwah and Newburgh continue to do business with us. Tips…
So you’ve been looking at that new car for a while now. Man, does it look nice. You’re afraid to get too attached before the test drive, though. When you get in the car, its tough not be to be taken aback by the new style and that wonderful, new car smell. Even as you…
Most people hit a rough financial patch at least once in their lives. Unforeseen circumstances that outdo any financial planning or saving you may have done put you in a difficult situation can be hard to crawl out of. Even after you repair your finances, there always seems to be one specter you can’t shake…
Contrary to the popular stereotype, most car salespeople are honest and caring people. That still is not to say that there aren’t dishonest ones among our bunch, though. Many people are afraid to be taken advantage of by these types of sales people, and fear getting a bad deal or worse, a lemon vehicle. How…
Sports car enthusiasts were thrilled when Honda unleashed the Honda S2000 in 1999. Car and Driver took notice in 2003 when it pitted the budget racer against other leading convertibles including the Audi TT, BMW Z4, Porsche Boxster, and Nissan 350Z, and declared the S2000 the winner. However despite glowing critical reviews, the S2000’s sales…
No matter how much dealerships like ours strive to deliver a trustworthy used car buying experience to drivers, the fact is that there is always going to be that uncertainty, especially when there are likely going to be other dealerships or individuals that seek to sell you a lemon. We’ve got some advice for…
There are already loads of choices drivers have to make when looking for their next car, but one of the first ones you should think about is one many drivers don’t even consider: lease or loan? I’ve run into quite a few drivers who have lived their life buying car after car, either unaware of…
The sales professionals at Middletown Honda have some simple tips for you when it comes to test driving a new vehicle you’re considering taking home. The test drive is an important part of the buying process, but sometimes it’s easy to get swept up in the action. Here are some points to remember before you…
“Upside down” might be a term you’ve heard before trading-in a vehicle, but a lot of auto buyers only have a foggy understanding of what it means. At Middletown Honda we want all of our customers to know exactly what they’re getting into, and our friendly sales staff is always happy to explain things. So,…
