August 2011 Blog Posts (22)

Automakers are gearing up to make more compact cars this year, in a bet that one of the hottest car trends will continue in the face of economic uncertainty, the Associated Press reports.

The car makers are expecting sales…

Brickell Motors, Miami’s premier Honda, Buick and GMC dealer, is giving customers another reason to love the 2011 Buy Back Vehicle Purchase Program. Starting today, customers who buy a brand new vehicle are eligible to drive away with a free Apple iPad2, valued at $500. Released this past…

Last week we tackled the best seven seater car for a family, this week one of the Brickell Honda customers has asked what a good car would be for a nanny. This customer is looking to buy or lease an economical, reliable, safe crossover-type vehicle for the family nanny, so she can transport my kids to various after-school activities around Miami. Obviously a key…

Labor Day is just around the corner and about 31.5 million Americans are expected to travel 50 miles or more over the holiday weekend. Brickell Honda realizes that when packing for a family vacation, it can be hard to predict what you’re going to need. Aside from vacation basics like clothes, sunscreen and a camera, taking a road trip requires extra items in order to make your time in the car as enjoyable as possible.

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Honda has had a lot going on with the earthquake and inventory shortage but somehow is has found time to revamp the 2012 model line-up.  Cars like Civic, CR-V, Fit, Insight and Pilot have all had minor tweaks to enhance technology and efficiency. 

So far, only concept photos have been released, but rumor has it the Honda concepts are not far off the…

At Brickell Motors a lot of times we get customers coming to our dealerships asking about our recommendations on products, features and services that will best meet their family’s needs. Our experienced sales/ parts department is eager to share its knowledge and enthusiasm with you.  We know that you have high expectations, and as a car dealer we enjoy the challenge of meeting and exceeding those standards each and every time.

Recently we had an interesting inquiry that we…

In a perfect world, every Honda would forever be in perfectly pristine condition. But it's nice to know that well-recognized and well-regarded Brickell Honda collision repair facilities are standing by should you ever need them.

Brickell Honda parts and service is here for you if you want your vehicle to look like new, and maintain its value at time of trade-in or re-sale. Our staff is thrilled to share their expertise at a reputable body shop.  Our staff has highly trained,…

Honda has just announced it is going to build a new $800-million auto plant in Mexico, just north of Mexico City, to make subcompacts.  If all goes smoothly the assembly line will open in 2014 and employ 3,200.

Currently, the Civic is the smallest model made in North America, while other models of the product line are made in Japan. But with recent…

Popularity, awards and rating are most likely dancing on Honda this summer. Brickell Honda, the top performer Honda dealer in Miami is proud for the automaker’s efficiency. After bringing home the best rate from J.D. Power & Associates Initial…

The thought of much heavier vehicle, will surely affect fuel consumption. Subject to automakers and auto supplier’s next studies, economically based reducing fuel consumption through drastic vehicle weight reduction.



“Many suppliers, as we now face this 54.5 coming down the road, are going to have to change a little bit the way they look at the business model going forward,” said Lyle Otremba, head of commercial and product development for Cooper-Standard…

Ten years ago The Honda Civic Tour began with its first headliner, the pop-punk band Blink 182. The tour kicked off last Thursday and will be stopping at several venues throughout the US.  One lucky fan will actually drive away in a brand new, customized Honda Civic, which will be designed exclusively by the band.  Fellow pop-punk members of My Chemical Romance, will join the tour, as well as, design a customized Honda CBR 250R motorcycle. If you aren’t lucky enough to win the free car, you…

The National Insurance Crime Bureau put out its annual lists of most popular stolen cars recently and Honda products make several appearances on the list. This is the third year in a row that a 1990s Honda was the country’s most-stolen car.  Honda Accords and even the Honda Civic from 2000 make a guest appearance. 

Why you may ask?  The 90s version cars are easy to steal because they don’t have all the anti-theft technology we have come to expect in newer models. Anti-theft…

A nother great achievement brought home by Honda after stepping the highest level among other automakers with seven different standout models in classified sections. Honda crossed the winning line again in the recent 2011 J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study (ISQ), one of the industry’s…

For three decades, Honda has played a leading role in meeting environmental challenges, and Brickell Honda serving Miami Honda shoppers is proud to be a part of the commitment. In regards, Brickell Honda continues to raise the flag to show full support the White House’s Fuel Economy Plan.



Miami Honda dealer gave their admiration to Honda. They were among of the automakers who offer their support on White House’s proposed national fuel economy and greenhouse gas…

For the past years, 6-cylinder engines has been dominating the entire auto market where 43% of cars sold including the Miami, FL areas. There were about 43 percent of U.S. light vehicles sold all supported by 4-cylinder for the first up to second quarter of 2011.



According to the IHS…

Honda just announced that some 2005-10 Accord, 2007-10 CR-V and 2005-08 Element units might have some issues with the transmission.

The issue deals with the transmission being shifted from reverse to neutral and then drive in high RPM's like you would do if you were trying to rock the vehicle from being stuck in mud or snow.

It is a realtively simple fix which is just reporgraming of the the computer that controls the transmission. If you have one of these…

As known with its fuel-efficient, impressive cargo feature plus with eminent figure, Honda Accord Crosstour will be coming forward for the 2012 model year. The improvised model will be available with more standard content with a bit change to its name. You heard right, Honda has fall-off the “Accord” name from the Crosstour. In short, this will be carrying in stand alone in the automaker’s lineup as well as in company’s market sales bar. Therefore, changing from its name will…

Brickell Motors and the South Florida Team Roping Association Presents the “Tough Enough To Wear Pink” Truck Roping Event

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