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Yesterday, the 2016 STEP Ahead Awards took place in Washington, D.C. to honor and celebrate women in the manufacturing industry. The Manufacturing Institute created the STEP (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Production) awards to recognize women who encourage and support other women who have dreams of pursuing a career in manufacturing. This initiative aims to close the disparity between the percent of women in the labor force (47 percent) and women in the manufacturing workforce (only 27 percent). Jan Gansheimer, AVP of plant operations for Honda of America Mfg., Inc. was recognized for her long and successful career in Honda’s manufacturing plants, during which time she has been working to advance the footprint of women in this industry. "I love the variety that manufacturing offers at Honda because it provides the opportunity to create, to solve problems and to work constantly to improve products for the customer," said Gansheimer, who was recently named Assistant Vice President of Human Resources for Honda North America, Inc. "I'm honored to be recognized for supporting an industry that has significantly impacted my life and is so important to the fabric of the country." "Honda Associate Honored as Leading Woman in Manufacturing." Honda Newsroom. N.p., n.d. Web. 27 Apr. 2016. < http://www.hondanews.com/releases/honda-associate-honored-as-leading-woman-in-manufacturing >.

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and if you’ve been on the road recently you’ve probably seen more than a few people using their cell phones while driving. Even with laws put in place, it continues to be a persistent issue in this country and a result of many preventable accidents. In order to raise awareness for the dangers of distracted driving, Honda has created a new ad campaign to highlight how easy it is to make a mistake while texting and performing a different activity. Multiple studies have shown that almost everyone (98% to be exact) cannot multitask. In fact, the more confident you are in your ability to multitask, the more mistakes you’ll end up making. Through a series of videos, they show people attempting to multitask by performing everyday activities while texting. These include Texting and Vacuuming, Texting and Cutting Hair, Texting and Pet Sitting, Texting and Gardening, Texting and Making Pancakes, and Texting and Working Out. Not surprisingly, most of these attempts end in disaster. While the campaign is lighthearted, it brings light to how dangerous it is to use your phone while doing something as complicated and dangerous as driving. Watch the videos below and spread the word about Honda’s new campaign using the hashtag, #PhoneDownEyesUp!

In the latest episode of Honda’s video series, “What Makes a Honda is Who Makes a Honda,” we meet a longtime Honda mechanical engineer named Clement D’Souza. Having spent over 26 years with Honda of America Mfg., Inc., D’Souza is now spearheading the creation of the new Performance Manufacturing Center in Marysville, Ohio. This will be home to the exclusive global production of the 2017 Acura NSX supercar. In his native country of India, D’Souza was known as a field hockey champion. However, upon immigrating to America, he discovered his passion for motorcycles, which made his career at Honda a match made in heaven. Back in 2012, he was offered the opportunity of a lifetime: to be a project leader for the NSX. Since then, D’Souza has been working tirelessly to create this innovative and exciting new vehicle. D’Souza’s unwavering commitment to this project is derived from the spirit that Honda inspires in their employees. "You can produce something in a new way," he said. "The ability to dream and try something that nobody else has, I think that's the reason I've been with Honda 26 years." Watch the video below! "New Video Features Project Leader for Production of 2017 Acura NSX Supercar, the Only Supercar Made in America." Honda Media Newsroom. N.p., 15 Apr. 2016. Web. <http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hondanews.com%2Freleases%2Fnew-video-features-project-leader-for-production-of-2017-acura-nsx-supercar-the-only-supercar-made-in-america>.

Honda R&D Americas Inc. and Continental, an international automotive supplier, were the recipients of Automotive News’ 2016 PACE (Premier Automotive Suppliers’ Contribution to Excellence) Innovative Partnership Award this past Monday during the Annual PACE Awards ceremony in Detroit. This award follows the two companies’ collaboration over developing the Bidirectional Long Range Communication System, which allows a driver to use a remote control key fob to lock/unlock the vehicle, activate climate controls, and even start the engine from up to a third of a mile away. "Building a successful partnership like the one forged with Continental does not happen overnight," said Frank Paluch, President of Honda R&D Americas, Inc. "It takes time, trust, teamwork and a singular goal – to deliver a product that provides great value to our customers. It is an honor to be recognized by the PACE award committee for this innovative collaboration." "Honda and Continental Honored with 2016 Automotive News PACE Innovation Partnership Award." Honda Newsroom. N.p., n.d. Web. 13 Apr. 2016. <http://www.hondanews.com/releases/honda-and-continental-honored-with-2016-automotive-news-pace-innovation-partnership-award>.

After MotorWeek presented the 2016 Honda Civic with the Driver’s Choice Best Small Car Award, it is easy to say that the automotive reviewer found this 2016 model to be quite impressive. Now, they have released a new video review that highlights the 2016 Honda Civic Coupe and they appear to be just as impressed with the two-door version as they were with the four-door. For starters, they commented on the sportier design of the coupe including its new full-length taillight design, aggressive front end and sharp roofline. They then go on to comment on the impressive performance capabilities and first-rate ride and handling that made driving this vehicle fun as well as smooth and efficient. On the inside, this vehicle includes a number of new technology and feature upgrades and active safety systems. Find out more about the features and capabilities of the 2016 Honda Civic Coupe that were highlighted by MotorWeek and then stop by Clinton Honda to take a test drive of your own.

Honda Division total sales for the month of March and the entire first quarter of the year have been reported by American Honda Motor Co., Inc. For March alone, total sales have increased by 10.5 percent to reach 123,369 units and for the whole first quarter total sales have increased 8.7 percent to reach 319,828 units. "The power of Honda's well-balanced portfolio was on full display in March," said Jeff Conrad, senior vice president and general manager of the Honda Division. "Importantly, we will continue to strengthen both our car and truck lineups throughout the year, with new core and niche products to further extend the brand's appeal." The Civic set a new sales record in March with an increase of 21.8 percent over last year to reach 32,855 total units sold for the month. The Accord and all-new HR-V also achieved impressive results for the month with Accord sales increasing 17.3 percent to reach 30,525 units and the HR-V reaching 6,398 units with its first March sales on record. Stop by Clinton Honda to takes a test drive in one of these fantastic models or several other models in the Honda lineup that we have available here at our dealership. "American Honda Reports March Auto Sales Increase: Trucks Set New March Record While Sedans Post Major Gains." Honda Newsroom. N.p., 1 Apr. 2016. Web. Apr. 2016. <http://www.hondanews.com/releases/american-honda-reports-march-auto-sales-increase-trucks-set-new-march-record-while-sedans-post-major-gains>.

The 2016 Honda Civic Coupe is a stylish two-door vehicle that is sure to be exactly what you have been looking for. You can now stop by Clinton Honda and take this model out for a test drive anytime in order to get a feel for what makes this Coupe such a first-rate option. If you would prefer to learn more details about this model before taking it out for drive, however, then you will want to take a read through the Research & Review page that we are about to release. This page will soon be released on our website and it will provide you with a full description of all the important facts of this model such as safety, technology, performance, standard features and much more.

The 15th anniversary of the Honda Civic Tour will kick off on June 24, 2016. Since 2001, the tour has included over 68 artists, including stars like Maroon 5, One Direction, Fall Out Boy, Linkin Park, The Black Eyed Peas, blink-182, Panic! At The Disco, and Incubus. Last week at the 2016 New York International Auto Show, Demi Lovato and Nick Jonas announced they will be headlining the 2016 Honda Civic Tour called Future Now. "We want our fans to step into our worlds and to feel like they're a part of Honda Civic Tour: Future Now from the moment they enter the venue 'til the moment they leave," says Demi Lovato. Nick Jonas adds, "We're looking forward to creating an unforgettable experience that's unlike anything else." The 2016 Honda Civic Tour is also offering a sweepstakes called The Power of Dreams, where fans can enter for an ultimate VIP backstage experience, which includes an arena and tour bus tour, plus a private meet and greet with Nick and Demi. You can purchase your tickets to the 2016 Honda Civic Tour now. Plus, now through midnight on March 28th, when you buy two tickets you get two tickets when using the special access code “DemiNickCIVIC” on the checkout page. "Demi Lovato and Nick Jonas to Headline 15th Anniversary Honda Civic Tour This Summer." Honda Newsroom. N.p., n.d. Web. 25 Mar. 2016. <http://www.hondanews.com/releases/demi-lovato-and-nick-jonas-to-headline-15th-anniversary-honda-civic-tour-this-summer>.

Demi Lovato and Nick Jonas, both multi-platinum selling music artists, made an appearance at the Honda Press Preview at the New York Auto Show to announce that they will be headlining the 2016 Honda Civic Tour. The tour, Future Now, will be promoted exclusively by Live Nation and launches on June 24th in Miami and will stop in 37 cities throughout the U.S. "We want our fans to step into our worlds and to feel like they're a part of Honda Civic Tour: Future Now from the moment they enter the venue 'til the moment they leave," says Demi Lovato. Nick Jonas adds, "We're looking forward to creating an unforgettable experience that's unlike anything else." The Honda Civic Tour is also getting fans involved with the concert experience through The Power of Dreams sweepstakes. From now through August 27th a single ticket holder and a guest will be selected for a backstage VIP experience. Interested fans can enter here: Honda.us/tix. "Demi Lovato and Nick Jonas to Headline 15th Anniversary Honda Civic Tour This Summer." Honda Newsroom. N.p., 22 Mar. 2016. Web. 25 Mar. 2016.

Customers living around Annandale, Clinton, Somerville, NJ; or Easton, PA are invited to come into Clinton Honda to not just test their favorite model, but to also learn about the Honda Safety and Sensing technologies offered. To learn more about these features before you visit us at 1511 US Highway 22 East, Clinton, NJ 08801, take a look at our most recent research page. You’ll learn about the Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines, Lane Keeping Assist System, Road Departure Mitigation, and many more! You’ll also be hard-pressed to find these features anywhere else for prices as affordable as the ones offered by Honda. Just visit our website and then come in for a test drive!

Back in the late 1960s, Honda decided to enter the automobile market in the United States with the introduction an all-new vehicle called the N600. The brand had already a name for themselves as the top-selling motorcycle manufacturer in the U.S. and now they were looking to enter a whole new market with this innovative new vehicle. Now, nearly fifty years later, the Honda N600 is now making a name for itself once again as it will be the center of a new video series being released by the brand through social media platforms such as YouTube and Facebook. This series will be documenting the restoration of N600 - 100000, the very first N600 ever produced. "We're so proud to bring the story of Honda's roots in the U.S. to life through the restoration of this vehicle," said Alicia Jones, Honda social media manager. "Finding Serial One, the very first Honda N600 test vehicle in America, and documenting the meticulous process of bringing it back to life really embodies the Honda spirit. We can't wait for viewers to come along with us on this journey." "Honda Celebrates Automotive Heritage and History in the U.S. in New Online Series Launching on Social Media." Honda Newsroom. N.p., 16 Mar. 2016. Web. 17 Mar. 2016. <http://www.hondanews.com/releases/honda-celebrates-automotive-heritage-and-history-in-the-u-s-in-new-online-series-launching-on-social-media>.

Head on over to Clinton Honda today if you live near Annandale, Clinton, and Somerville, NJ, or Easton, PA and you are looking to purchase or lease a new Honda vehicle. We have a large inventory of new Honda vehicles so we are sure that you will find what you are looking for when you shop with us. If you are working with a budget we can still help you get into your dream car through all of our special offers. We invite you to look through our Specials Page to see all of the offers that we have available this month to help you save on your next vehicle with us. You can see all of our current offers in one convenient spot and then stop by for more information and to take a test drive. In addition to our new vehicle specials, we also have several Service Coupons available to help our customer save when they visit our service department. Therefore, if your vehicle is in need of service, be sure to look through these offers before bringing your vehicle over to see if any of the coupons will help you to save on your appointment. These offers won’t be around forever though, so be sure to check them out as soon as possible.