Big Island Honda - Kona

Looking for a hybrid with a little more spring in its step? Meet the 2012 CR-Z, the sport hybrid coupe from Honda that is the only production model hybrid available with a six-speed manual transmission.

Powered by a 1.5-liter engine and Honda's Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system, the CR-Z zips along with a peppy 122 ponies of power. Thanks to innovative engineering, the CR-Z comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission. A continuously...

According to some recent industry research, the popularity of electric vehicles is expected to surge to 2.9 million units worldwide by 2017. You can imagine the kind of toll this has the potential to take on the power grid. But as an automaker paving the way to a more energy efficient future, Honda has no intention to stand for this.

With help from IBM and Pacific Gas and Electric Co (PG&E), Honda will...

Which automaker are people talking about the most? We hope it's Honda! And while we don't have any data to support that theory, we can tell you that the things people are saying are definitely good. How do we know? Kelley Blue Book recently released their annual list of "Brand Image Awards," and Honda made the list yet again. On top of which, in 2012, they earned an additional award.

KBB added another...

As a local sponsor and supporter of the March of Dimes March for Babies, members of the Big Island Honda - Kona staff joined the local community to walk for our children.  It is the longest-running and most widely recognized walking event in the nation, generating more than $1.5 billion for the March of Dimes over its 42-year history.

This fundraiser incorporates thousands of volunteers participating in a fun-filled day of walking to raise money to support lifesaving research and programs?

There are probably a few things you'll notice about all of the new Honda models you'll find here at Big Island Honda - Kona. To start with, they're pretty stylish, boast desirable fuel economy numbers, and top-of-the-line comfort and safety features. But, did you know that Honda has made quite the name for itself in the racing world, too? That's right, track-ready versions of the Honda Fit have taken home rally-wins in...

While we're sure that a lot of drivers here in Hawaii would love to get their hands on a Honda Civic powered by compressed natural gas, it just hasn't made its way here yet. But, a recent initiative from Honda has us thinking that the day is fast approaching.

That's because they've started asking their dealerships to install CNG fueling stations. Of course they want to boost sales of the Honda...

People looking for a healthy lifestyle should consider switching to the new 2012 Honda Civic or 2012 Honda CR-Z. It's one decision, which you will reap the rewards from every day.

The Civic and the CR-Z have the least toxicity of 200 new 2011-2012 new models just tested by the Ecology Center.

Toxicity is important to think about primarily because the it comes from chemicals inside vehicles. Also, studies show  a wide range of…

Some look forward to February for Ground Hog's Day, Valentine's Day or President's Day. Big Island Honda - Kona eagerly awaits the festivity-filled month for the MotorWeek  "Driver's Choice Awards", of which Honda is a habitual winner.

To our greatest pleasure, the 2012 Honda Odyssey took home its sixth "Driver's Choice Award", this year. It walked away with its first back in 1999 and second in the new millennium. The revered…

The Honda Fit makes finding the right car easy. This stylish small car is living up to it's name and suits so many different lifestyles. Consumer Reports says that the Honda Fit is promised to be the best value of any other small car. What is even more impressive, is the Honda Fit champions the small-car category (out of 200 cars assessed), is fun to drive, and eco-concious.

A lot of in-depth data and…

Are you a cook who enjoys listening to NPR's The Splendid Table? An interview junkie addicted to Fresh Air? Are you hooked to CBS Radio's talk stations or Rhapsody? Maybe, you're answer is yes to all of the above.

Regardless of your interests and musical preferences, Honda and Aha Radio have a treat for you. Beginning in the 2013 model year, select new Honda models will feature Aha Radio capabilities. In consumer…