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If you need money or you want to get rid of that extra car clogging up your driveway, there’s a simple answer.  You can receive quick cash by selling your vehicle to a dealership, but you just need to make sure that dealership is paying you a fair price for your car, truck or SUV. However, you may be worried and ask yourself “will a dealership buy my car?” more It’s true that some dealerships will try to convince you to buy a new or new-to-you car if you are making a trade. Others may not buy your car at the price you want.  However, that is not the case at Earnhardt Honda. If your goal is to sell your car and make some cash, we are definitely the place to bring it.  In fact, we make it very easy with our online valuation tool.  You can get an instant cash offer. Will a Dealership Buy My Car For a Fair Price? So, why is Earnhardt Honda ready and willing to buy your car without requiring you to buy from us?  Dealerships purchase a variety of vehicles that are brought in by customers. We are always on the hunt for more used cars than we get simply from those who trade up for a new car. We like to have a wide variety of used cars on hand, and when you sell to us, you help us maintain that variety. After all, we do not limit ourselves to buying used Hondas.  There are always a variety of preowned vehicles in our used car inventory. Furthermore, the current state of the automotive market has allowed dealerships to expand their horizons and widen their criteria of vehicles. Earnhardt dealerships are currently providing good values for trade ins due to a shortage in supply. Earnhardt Honda pays a fair price for trades, and we do not ask that you buy from us in exchange for your used car.  Our instant cash offer has been used by many people who just want to get cash for their extra cars.  We don’t ask why you are selling. We just say “thank you very much for selling to us!” When you use our online valuation tool, you get an offer that you can count on.  We utilize Kelley Blue Book because we know that their process yields good results for sellers and buyers alike. Trade In My Car Prior to bringing your vehicle into a dealership for a car trade in, you should prepare the car and its paperwork. Having the necessary documents for your vehicle will expedite the trade in process and preparing the car will allow you to get more for your vehicle. Remember, if you’re wondering “how much will I receive if I trade in my car?”, consider using our online trade in tool. This will help provide a solid offer, showing how much you should expect to receive for your vehicle. The cash offer is valid as long as you and the dealership agree on the condition of your car, truck or SUV. A trade in is a great way for you to get quick money for a vehicle that you are no longer using or do not need. Just make sure you go to Earnhardt Honda for a fair deal on your vehicle.

How To Use the Honda Hands-Free Power Liftgate Have you ever had to try and open your tailgate with a load of groceries? It can prove to be tricky at best. Honda models like the 2021 Honda CR-V that are available with a hands-free power liftgate make loading and unloading cargo simple and safe. Learn how to use the Honda hands-free power liftgate with this quick step-by-step instruction guide. Visit the Earnhardt Honda inventory today to find a Honda crossover, SUV or minivan equipped with the hands-free power liftgate! more READ MORE: Which Honda Models Have Onboard Wi-Fi Avondale AZ? How-To Guide to the Honda Hands-Free Power Liftgate Make Sure You Have the Honda Smart Entry Remote Stand About 2 Feet Behind Your Honda Kick Upward Below the Middle of the Rear Bumper Withdraw Your Foot Downward Below the Middle of the Rear Bumper Do Not Use a Side-to-Side Motion Use the Same Up-and-Back Kicking Motion to Open or Close the Power Liftgate

Which Honda Models Are Available with Apple CarPlay Avondale AZ? Do you own an Apple iPhone? Do you enjoy using the convenient apps and features on your iPhone? Expand your capabilities and get behind the wheel of a Honda vehicle that provides access to Apple CarPlay smartphone integration. Families, who love to stay connected on their road trips want to know – which Honda models are available with Apple CarPlay in Avondale, AZ? Find the right Honda fit for your active lifestyle with this guide to Honda models with Apple CarPlay created by Earnhardt Honda. more READ MORE: Which Honda Models Are Available with Android Auto Avondale AZ? What Are the Honda Apple CarPlay Features and Apps? Apple CarPlay provides families with a smarter and safer way to stay connected to their favorite Apple apps and features when they get behind the wheel of a brand-new Honda. Armed with Apple CarPlay, you gain access to your favorite apps via the available Display Audio touchscreen display and an easy-to-use menu. Highlight features of Apple CarPlay integration include the ability to unlock and start your Honda with your iPhone, Apple Maps turn-by-turn navigation, iPhone texts and phone calls, Siri Eyes Free voice-recognition, Apple Music and your Apple Calendar. Popular iPhone apps accessible via Apple CarPlay include iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Pandora, CBS Radio, Radio Disney, Amazon Music and many more. List of Honda Models with Apple CarPlay at Earnhardt Honda Apple CarPlay is available via select Honda models that are equipped with the Display Audio infotainment system, which provides one-touch access to apps via the color touchscreen display. Availability of the Display Audio touchscreen infotainment system and Honda Apple CarPlay will vary by trim level. Here is a list of Honda models available with Apple CarPlay. 2021 Honda HR-V 2021 Honda CR-V 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid 2021 Honda Passport 2021 Honda Pilot 2021 Honda Ridgeline 2020 Honda Fit 2021 Honda Civic Sedan 2020 Honda Civic Coupe 2021 Honda Civic Hatchback 2021 Honda Civic Type R 2021 Honda Accord 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid 2021 Honda Insight 2021 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid 2022 Honda Odyssey READ MORE: How To Set Up and Use Apple CarPlay in Your Honda Which Honda models are available with Apple CarPlay in Avondale, AZ? Find the right fit for you and your family of Apple iPhone users with this in-depth guide created by Earnhardt Honda. Explore the Earnhardt Honda online inventory today to find the perfect match for your lifestyle and budget!

Learn how to use Honda Remote Engine Start in select models with this quick step-by-step guide and add to your automotive experience. Visit the Earnhardt Honda inventory today to find a Honda car, truck or crossover equipped with remote start!  In this article, we can tell you: How Does the Honda Remote Starter Work Will the Remote Starter Adjust the Temperature How Long Does the Car Run with a Honda Remote Starter? How is the Battery Protected During a Remote Start? Honda Remote Start Tips for Safety Where is Information on Your Specific Remote Starter? more How does Honda Remote Starter Work? A remote starter is a radio-controlled device. It is coded to reach out to your vehicle and to start the engine while you are still some distance away, such as your home, workplace or parking lot. The first 2-way remote start systems were introduced in the 1980s, long before computers took over car systems.  The change over from keyed ignition to keyless ignition has made it easier than ever to include lock and unlock, climate control, trunk release and similar functions on a long range remote. Car starting is a logical function to add to a keyless entry remote. Push button start, for instance, doesn’t have the mechanical parts that a keyed ignition would have. This allows sensors to direct its action more easily.  Likewise, the temperature controls on many Hondas have been automated. That’s allowed remote car starters to become more sophisticated. You can cool the cabin on our hot summer days or warm it up if you have ventured to northern climes. Should You Get an After Market Starter? A  remote starter must have the ability to bypass your car’s anti theft devices.  As such, it is always preferable to have a factory remote starter that is purchased through your Honda dealer. The manufacturer really discourages after-market remote start kits due to possible harm to Honda models. Will the Remote Starter Adjust the Temperature? Depending on the make/model/year, your remote starter can cool or heat the cabin.  In some cases, starting your vehicle should start your air conditioning or heater, assuming the temperature in the car is below the set temperature.  Some Honda remote starters will automatically activate the HVAC system to bring the temperature up or down to 72 degrees. How Long Does the Car Run with a Honda Remote Starter? The Honda will run for ten minutes. If you wish, you can extend it another ten minutes. How is the Battery Protected During a Remote Start? To protect the battery, the engine and climate system are running as well as the security system. However, the lights and other accessories remain off to prevent any unnecessary drain on the battery. Honda Remote Start Tips Never start your car in a confined space without sufficient air circulation. If starting your car in a garage, the door should be up to ensure adequate ventilation. To avoid fire, don't use a remote starter if the vehicle is under a tarp or cover. Make sure there are no flammable materials near your car when using the remote starter. This includes oil, grease and chemicals. Where is Information on Your Specific Remote Starter? The most likely place to find information on your specific remote starter is to consult your owner’s manual. Fortunately, these are online now from your dealer or brand website. You shouldn’t have to pay a dime for this information! What Hondas Come with a Remote Starter? You can get a remote starter on Honda SUVs, including the Honda CR-V, Pilot, and Passport. You can also get it on the Ridgeline midsize truck and the Odyssey minivan.  It is available on Honda cars such as the Civic and Accord. Please talk to our staff about which trim levels include this important feature. How-To Guide to Honda Remote Engine Start For Starting Stand Within 400 Feet Of The Vehicle Press The Lock Button On The Honda Key Fob Immediately Press And Hold The Remote Start Button For 5 Seconds Vehicle Lights Will Flash When Your Honda Starts For Stopping Stand Within 400 Feet Of The Vehicle Press And Hold The Remote Start Button For 5 Seconds. Or, After Ten Minutes The Car Will Turn Itself Off If There Has Been No Activity.

Which Honda Models Are Available with Android Auto Avondale AZ? Are you like a lot of us? Do you always find yourself with your smartphone in your hand? Add the capability, entertainment and connectivity of your Android device to your day-to-day commute with Android Auto capabilities in select Honda models. Fans of the Honda brand want to know – which Honda models are available with Android Auto in Avondale, AZ? Find out with this quick guide created by Earnhardt Honda! more READ MORE: Which Honda Models Are Available with AWD in Avondale AZ? What Does Android Auto Do in Your Honda? Android Auto allows you to pair your Android device with the Display Audio touchscreen infotainment system in many Honda models. With this connection, you will gain access to your favorite Android mobile apps, services and capabilities via the Display Audio touchscreen display and Honda voice-recognition software – which allows you to keep your eyes on the road at all times. Honda models with access to Android Auto will provide access to Google Assistant technology, Google Maps navigation, voice-recognition texting and Google Music. Mobile apps that you can access via Android Auto include Waze, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Book, Podcast Addict, Facebook Messenger, Pandora and any apps available on Google Play. List of Honda Models Available with Android Auto 2020 Honda Fit – Sport, EX and EX-L Trim Levels 2021 Honda Civic Sedan – Sport, EX, EX-L and Touring Trim Levels 2021 Honda Civic Hatchback – Sport, EX and Sport Touring Trim Levels 2020 Honda Civic Coupe – Sport, EX and Touring Trim Levels 2021 Honda Civic Type R – All Trim Levels 2021 Honda Insight – EX and Touring Trim Levels 2021 Honda Accord – All Trim Levels 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid – All Trim Levels 2021 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid – All Trim Levels 2021 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell – All Trim Levels 2021 Honda Odyssey - EX, EX-L, Touring and Elite Trim Levels 2021 Honda HR-V – Sport, EX and EX-L Trim Levels 2021 Honda CR-V – EX, EX-L and Touring Trim Levels 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid – All Trim Levels 2021 Honda Passport – All Trim Levels 2021 Honda Pilot – EX, EX-L, Special Edition and Touring Trim Levels 2021 Honda Ridgeline – All Trim Levels READ MORE: Which Honda Models Have Onboard Wi-Fi in Avondale AZ? Which Honda models are available with Android Auto in Avondale, AZ? Find a Honda car, truck or crossover that is equipped with Android Auto smartphone integration with this guide to Android Auto and the Honda lineup. Visit the Earnhardt Honda online inventory today to find a Honda-brand model that will fit your lifestyle!

How To Use the Honda Rear Seat Reminder The Honda Rear Seat Reminder is an added asset for families on the go and is a highlight of the 2021 Honda Odyssey and the 2021 Honda Accord. Armed with this updated technology, many families want to know how to use the Honda Rear Seat Reminder. We are here to help at Earnhardt Honda with this step-by-step instruction guide. Find a Honda model with Rear Seat Reminder today when you visit the Earnhardt Honda inventory! more READ MORE: How Do Honda Odyssey CabinTalk® and CabinWatch® Work? How-To Guide to Honda Rear Seat Reminder Press the HOME Button Select SETTINGS Select VEHICLE Select METER SETUP Select REAR SEAT REMINDER Select ON/OFF

Which Honda Models Have Onboard Wi-Fi Avondale AZ? Do you love to stay connected to the internet when you and your family go on an adventure? Equipped with Honda Display Audio touchscreen infotainment systems, select Honda models will provide families with access to a Honda onboard Wi-Fi hotspot. Families who are interested in access to Wi-Fi in their vehicle want to know – which Honda models have onboard Wi-Fi in Avondale, AZ? Find out with this guide to Honda models created by Earnhardt Honda. more READ MORE: How To Customize the Honda Driver Information Interface Honda Models Available with an Onboard Wi-Fi Hotspot in the Avondale Area More and more Honda models are adding access to onboard Wi-Fi to the spec sheet at Earnhardt Honda. Are you looking for a Honda car, truck or crossover with access to Wi-Fi? Onboard Wi-Fi in Honda models is available via an AT&T data plan and will keep up to seven devices connected to the internet with the ability to stream media, browse the internet and share on social media. A Wi-Fi hotspot in your Honda vehicle will help you stay connected no matter where your next adventure may take you. Access to Honda onboard Wi-Fi will vary by the trim level you choose. Contact the Earnhardt Honda team for more information on Honda onboard Wi-Fi capabilities. 2021 Honda Pilot 2021 Honda Odyssey 2021 Honda Passport 2021 Honda Insight 2021 Honda Accord 2020 Honda Civic Sedan 2020 Honda CR-V 2020 Honda Clarity 2020 Honda Fit 2020 Honda HR-V 2021 Honda Ridgeline READ MORE: What Are the Honda Sensing® Safety Features and Systems? Which Honda models have onboard Wi-Fi in Avondale, AZ? Find a Honda car, truck or crossover that is equipped with a Wi-Fi hotspot with this quick guide to the Honda model lineup and stay connected to your favorite music, videos and social media platforms no matter where your family road trips might lead. Visit the Earnhardt Honda online inventory today to find a model that meets your needs!

How To Change the Clock and Time Settings in Your Honda Daylight Savings has come and gone. Have you reset the clock in your new Honda CR-V yet? We are here to help at Earnhardt Honda if you are struggling to set the clock in your Honda car, truck or crossover. Use this quick step-by-step instructional guide to learn how to change the clock and time settings in your Honda. Find a Honda that will meet your family's needs today when you visit the Earnhardt Honda online inventory! more READ MORE: How To Connect to Honda Display Audio Bluetooth How-To Guide to Clock Settings in Your Honda Put Your Honda Car, Truck or SUV in Park Touch the Clock on the Display Audio Touchscreen Select CLOCK ADJUSTMENT or Other Clock Settings Use the Up/Down Arrows to Change the Time Press OK

How To Setup and Use the Honda Head-Up Display Technology is a highlight of the Honda brand and models like the 2020 Honda Accord possess an impressive list of technology features that include an innovative Head-Up Display. The Honda Head-Up Display projects vital driving information onto the windshield in front of the driver, allowing you to keep your eyes on the road at all times. Find a Honda model equipped with the Head-Up Display today when you explore the Earnhardt Honda online inventory! more READ MORE: How To Customize the Honda Driver-Information Display How-To Guide to the Honda Head-Up Display Press the HUD Button Located Left of the Steering Wheel Use the Up/Down Arrows Next to the HUD Button to Adjust the Display Height Press and Hold the HUD Button and Use Arrows to Adjust Brightness Use the Steering Wheel HUD Button to Choose Information Displayed

How To Use the Manual Transmission in Your Honda Do you love the feel and performance of a manual transmission? Models like the 2020 Honda Civic Sport trim level are available with a six-speed manual transmission that lets you shift your own gears. Are you interested in a Honda model with a manual transmission? Learn how to use the manual transmission in your Honda with this quick step-by-step guide. Available steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters will allow you to upgrade performance in select models and simulate a manual transmission. Visit the Earnhardt Honda online inventory today to find a model equipped with a manual transmission! more READ MORE: How Does Honda Real Time AWD™ Work?

What Are the Benefits of a Honda Continuously Variable Transmission? Did you know that many Honda models are equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)? Honda CVTs are designed to create a smooth drive and improve fuel economy with an innovative design. Drivers interested in models like the 2020 Honda CR-V want to know more about the differences between the Honda CVT and an automatic transmission and want to know – what are the benefits of a Honda Continuously Variable Transmission? Find out with this overview created by Earnhardt Honda! more READ MORE: How Far Can You Drive Your Honda Car, Truck or Crossover on Empty? How Does a Continuously Variable Transmission Work? Continuously Variable Transmissions are available in three variants – Pulley, Toroidal and Hydrostatic. Pulley-operated CVTs are the most common and use a pair of pulleys to connect to the engine and the wheels to create an infinite number of gears. Toroidal CVTs employ a set of rotating discs on rollers while Hydrostatic CVTs use pumps and fluid to create rotation. With this mechanical combination, the Honda CVT provides drivers with an infinite number of gears – compared to an automatic or manual transmission that have a set number of gears. Honda Continuously Variable Transmissions have an infinite number of gears – which means that your engine does not have to search for the right gear when you accelerate and can match the gear to the engine RPMs. As a result, many Continuously Variable Transmissions will provide smoother acceleration and better fuel economy when compared to select automatic transmissions. READ MORE: How Does Honda Real Time AWD™ Work? What are the benefits of a Honda Continuously Variable Transmission? Find out how the CVT employed by many Honda models can upgrade performance when you get behind the wheel. Visit the Earnhardt Honda online inventory today to find the right fit for your driving style!

How Does the Honda Sport Mode Work? Many drivers want more from their vehicle than just a calm ride from A to B – they want heart-pounding power, precision handling and exhilarating performance. Honda vehicles with Sport Mode will help add an element of performance to your day-to-day commute and many drivers want to know – how does the Honda Sport Mode work? Find out how Honda Sport Mode will upgrade your drive in the new Honda Accord at Earnhardt Honda! more READ MORE: How To Use Honda Intelligent Traction Management What Is the Honda Sport Mode and How Does it Work? Do you want to amp up performance in your new Honda CR-V? Honda Accord, Honda CR-V, Honda Civic Si and more Honda models provide drivers with an available Sport Mode that makes it easy for you to upgrade your daily drive at the touch of a button. Honda models with the available Sport Mode will have a button located on the center console. When Sport Mode is activated, a Sport Mode indicator will appear on the driver information display. Press the Sport Mode button to activate and press again to deactivate the mode. Honda Sport Mode will be turned off when you when you start the engine – even if you used Sport Mode the last time you drove. When you choose Honda Sport Mode, it will enhance throttle and engine response to give you more power, will sharpen steering to improve handling and will adjust suspension stiffness in models equipped with the adaptive damper system. In addition to the Honda Sport Mode, many models are available with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters that give you the freedom to change gears on your own and enhance the level of performance you experience. READ MORE: How Far Can Your Honda Drive on Empty? How does the Honda Sport Mode work? Find out how Honda Sport Mode works and how it will enhance your automotive experience with this quick overview by Earnhardt Honda. Explore the Earnhardt Honda online inventory today to find a Honda model with Sport Mode!