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While there is a proper way to tailgate, there is a lot of room for creativity. As a matter of fact, people tend to have the best time tailgating when they take the time to make their own unique approach to the activity. There are ways that you can stand out.

One of the ways to make tailgating unique is by setting up a bar with the back of your vehicle. You can use a set of shelves and make sure that they are fully stocked with the types of drinks you are going to use for your bar.

While…

At Honda of Santa Fe, we value your on-road safety. Optimal tire pressure and tread depth enhance that safety.

Monthly, check your tires' pressure. See your owner's manual or door jam for your vehicle's ideal pressure. Measure each tire with an air-pressure gauge. Add or reduce air as necessary. Under-inflating causes poor response and may make a tire detach from its wheel. Over-inflating causes reduced surface-area contact between your tires and the road. Both sub-optimal conditions ruin tires' treads quickly on Santa Fe-area roads.

 

Many truck enthusiasts think they know the difference in towing capacity and payload. Some think the words mean the same thing! They are mistaken. It is good to know the difference, so you understand your vehicle's limitations.

Payload is everything in the truck. That includes passengers and what is in the bed. The term refers to the weight a vehicle can carry, so its limitations are defined to only the truck itself.

Towing capacity is what the vehicle can tow behind it. Sometimes, the type of hitch...

At Honda of Santa Fe we want to help you keep your car in good condition for as long as you own it. Part of keeping a car in working order is by making sure the tires are replaced when needed. Tires generally need to be removed from a vehicle after 60,000 miles or so.

They should also be taken off of a car if they don't have sufficient tread or have experienced damage of any kind. Most tires have indicators that tell you when they lack sufficient tread. Tires could be damaged because they have too much…

There is something special about taking a long drive to a vacation destination, especially when traveling with young children. Of course, it’s inevitable that your youngsters will ask the repeated question, “are we there, yet?” However, Honda of Santa Fe wants everyone to enjoy the trip!

A classic game that most young children like to play, and even some adults, is the license plate game. The game requires each person to call out the name of an out-of-state license plate and declare it as their own. Armed with a scorecard, one person can keep track of...

We have always considered ourselves to be more than just a car dealership in Santa Fe. We are an establishment that cares not only about automobiles but everything car-owner related, including your safety.

This is the reason Honda of Santa Fe is proud to offer tips to reduce glare.

Why is a Glare Dangerous?

You have probably experienced glares as you drive through the city at certain times of the day. These are dangerous because they blind you momentarily. You won't be able to see pedestrians, other vehicles, hazard signs, or traffic signs too well.

How to Reduce Glare…

One of the more recent additions to the car industry is the crossover. It's only been an option for less than a decade; in fact, it's so new that you might not even know where in the automotive world it fits and who might be interested in driving it over an SUV or minivan. At Honda of Santa Fe, we want all of our customers to have the latest knowledge in the automotive world, so here are a few reasons that people like crossovers.

The minivan was the ideal car for families for years, but they have a…

How many times per month should you wash your car? We here at Honda of Santa Fe think that a weekly car wash is best. In some instances, a car wash every other week is advisable. Here's why.

Benefits of a Car Wash

A car wash cleanses your car of any irritants that potentially corrode the paint, finish and undercarriage. A compromised undercarriage can lead to diminished function, wear and unforeseen breakdowns. A weekly car wash can prevent many of these outcomes. It also keeps your car looking and feeling younger for years to come.

Weekly or Monthly

If…

You have some big decisions to make about the floor mats that go into your vehicle. At Honda of Santa Fe, we love both all-weather mats and carpet mats. However, what you do in your vehicle will help to determine the right ones for you.

All-weather mats are great when you’re dealing with rough weather. Mud, rain, and snow can wreak havoc on your mats if you’re not careful. However, these are rubber. You can hose them off so that they look as good as new.

With carpet floor mats, they’re a little harder to keep clean…

Our team wants you to be informed about all things related to cars. That is why Honda of Santa Fe wants to make sure you know all about when it is a good idea to trade in your car versus refinance it.

Trading in your car is always a good idea once you've fully paid off your car loan and are now in search of a new car. This way, the full trade in value of the car goes right toward the new car. If it isn't paid off, the trade in value will have to go to…