2011 Honda Odyssey Minivan

Honda introduced a concept version of the 2011 Odyssey minivan at the Chicago Auto Show. Unlike the design of the all new for 2011 Toyota Sienna that Family Car Guide describes as ""steady as she goes"", the design of the fourth generation Odyssey dramatically departs from conventional minivan styling. Its low and wide stance is highlighted by a "lightning-bolt" beltline that distinguishes the vehicle's profile.

Compared to the current Odyssey, the concept version of the 2011 Honda Odyssey minivan
offers a slightly lower roofline (-1.0 inch) and wider stance (+1.4 inch). This results in a sleeker, stronger and more dynamic presence. This newfound sleekness hints that the next Odyssey will be even more fun-to-drive.

Enhanced aerodynamics and advanced power train technologies will contribute to a much improved fuel economy for the all new 2011 Honda Odyssey. The 2011 Odyssey minivan is expected to achieve an EPA-estimated fuel economy rating of 19 city/28 highway miles-per gallon on select models compared to the 2010 Honda Odyssey Touring and Honda Odyssey EX minivan that are rated at 17/25 mpg, and the 2010 Honda Odyssey LX minivan at 16/23.

According to Family Car Guide, Honda has dropped plans for a diesel version of the 2011 Odyssey Minivan but still plans to offer a hybrid 2011 Odyssey minivan.

Honda tells us that current Odyssey lovers can rest assured that everything they expect from an Odyssey—from functionality to sophistication to comfort, has been taken to higher levels in the 2011 Odyssey Minivan.

BernardiParts.com will offer a full line of 2011 Honda Odyssey Accessories and 2011 Honda Odyssey Parts for the all new Odyssey that is rumored to be released in the Fall of 2010. With a full line of Genuine 2011 Honda Odyssey Accessories and Genuine 2011 Honda Odyssey Parts that will be offered at guaranteed lowest price on the internet, BernardiParts.com continues to be your one-stop-shop for adding a personalized touch to your Honda car, truck, minivan, and SUV.

Here is the preliminary list of 2011 Odyssey Minivan Accessories.

2011 Honda Odyssey Electrical Accessories
Engine Block Heater	08T44-SNA-101D
Engine Block Heater Bracket	08T44-TK8-100A
Back Up Sensors	08V67-TK8-XXX
Back Up Sensor Attachment	08V67-TK8-100A
Remote Engine Starter	08E91-E22-101A
Remote Engine Starter Attachment	08E92-TK8-100

2011 Honda Odyssey Interior Accessories
Ambient Foot Lighting	08E10-TK8-100
All Season Floor Mats	08P13-TK8-110
Ashtray - Cup Holder Style	08U25-SNA-112
Auto Day Night Mirror	08V03-SZA-100A
Auto Day Night Mirror Attachment	08V03-SZA-100
Cargo Managemen System	08L56-TK8-100
Cargo Net	08L96-TK8-100
Cargo Tray	08U45-TK8-100
Cargo Tray - Folding	08U45-TK8-100A
Door Sill Garnish	08F05-TK8-100
Seat Cover - Second Row	08P32-TK8-100
Seat Cover - Third Row	08P32-TK8-100A

2011 Honda Odyssey Exterior Accessories
Body Side Moldings	08P05-TK8-XXX
Door Edge Guards	08P20-TK8-XXX
Door Visors	08R04-TK8-100A
Fog Lights	08V31-TK8-100
Hood Air Deflector	08P47-TK8-100
Moon Rood Visor	08R01-TK8-100
Nose Mask - Full	08P35-TK8-100
Roof Rack Cross Bars	08L04-TK8-100
Roof Rack Side Rail	08L02-TK8-100
Splash Guards	08P00-TK8-XXX
Trailer Hitch	08L92-TK8-100
Trailer Hitch Harness	08L91-TK8-100
Wheel Locks	08W42-SHJ-101A

Honda Owner Workshop - February 9, 2010

Joel Richards welcomed the guests and thanked them all for their recent purchases. He then went on to describe what the Bernardi for now, Bernardi for Life motto means to him and his entire staff.

Service Director, Rick Voss discussed what customer loyalty means to our business. He went on to explain the basics of our service operations and amenities that are available while you service your vehicle with us along with the best maintenance for your new or pre-owned Honda automobile.

Mark Saraceno, Service Manager explained the differences in the coverage of a factory warranty versus a certified vehicle’s warranty coverage and the component most commonly covered.

Shop Foreman Don Keller explained how to get the best fuel economy from your vehicle. Included in tonight’s paperwork was a handout that described the different driving conditions and fuel economy results of a driver’s habits good and bad. He also answered questions regarding the passenger side air bag light and what the function of a check engine light can mean. The Hondas are now equipped with a “loose gas cap” light and he instructed our guests what to do in the event this light comes on and how to address it immediately to avoid an issue from occurring.

The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) was also an important topic due to the recent cold snap. Don encouraged anyone in need of setting (or re-setting) their tire pressures to swing by the service drive for a “Bernardi Pit Stop” anytime of the day.

Our newest program the Road test Plus Program will put you with a Shop Foreman in the vehicle to assist if you are having a drivability issue to be diagnosed quickly and determine if an immediate repair would be required.

Finance Director Marlon Pina entertained our guests with his nervous banter due to this being his first public speaking engagement with Finance. He did explain the extra benefits included in the purchase of an extended warranty package that entails trip interruption and roadside assistance which most people are unaware of.

Parts Director Steve Cullinane spoke of the difference of genuine Honda parts and aftermarket parts. The reality is Honda parts fit these vehicles better and you can always get a part sent overnight if a vehicle is down due to a repair. He also mentioned that all local body shops in the area order the parts for your Honda from our dealership that way you know you are getting the best parts even as far as Connecticut.

Erik Richards explained the benefits of purchasing certain items from the website Bernardiparts.com for the “mechanically inclined”. Simple items such as bulbs, and wipers are best to purchase from the dealership due to shipping costs, unless of course they are purchased in bulk.

Bernardi Honda is always fortunate to have American Honda Service & Parts Manager, Dan Enderle as a guest speaker. This not only shows the support the factory lends to the dealers, but Dan is a huge supporter of great customer service and names Bernardi Honda as one of the best teams out there!

We ended the evening with our Customer Relations Manager Kristin Cullinane thanking everyone for their questions and attendance so we all weren’t standing around staring at one another. She explained how other dealers are happy to meet your expectations, whether it’s during a service visit; purchasing a vehicle or just calling in to make an inquiry Bernardi prides itself on exceeding those expectations. The way we continually improve in our business practices is directly from the information gathered in the service and sales experience surveys conducted by American Honda. We have made changes to the coffee that we serve right up to streamlining a purchase process so that time is spent efficiently. We are always open to suggestions of how to better serve the guests in our dealership.

Multiple raffles drawn during the evening and one lucky couple walked away with a fuel gift card for $100.00!

Special thanks to Big Papi’s Grille on Route 9 in Framingham for preparing and serving our meal during this event.

A note of gratitude to the following employees for their hard work this evening:
Service Assistant Jackie Graff, Parts Department Mark Mirski and Kariene Disney, Customer Relations Sallie Longeri and Lauren Willens, Building Maintenance Tom Parks, Guest Transportation Jim Blaney, and Salesman Peter Nannery, Sales Manager Seth Marshall and Bob Cole Pre-Owned Sales Manager for the use of his showroom.

Honda Accord - Named to Car and Driver' 10Best list - 24th Time!

For a record 24th time, the January issue of Car and Driver magazine has named the Honda Accord one of the 10Best Cars. An amazing record but not surprising when you consider the exceptional qualities the Accord has to offer, including an exceptional ride quality.

As Car and Driver puts it, "In '08, the redesigned Accord sedan vaulted into the EPA's large-car domain yet retained the taut, square-jawed underpinnings that make it so gratifyingly competent to drive."[1] And when you throw the sporty Accord Coupe V-6 into the mix, the driving enthusiasts at Car and Driver had even more reasons to celebrate, "Row through the velvety manual six-speed—barking the front tires something fierce as you shift into second—and 60 mph manifests in 5.6 seconds."[1]

Bernardi Honda, located in Natick on Route 9 East between Speen Street and Route 27, has a complete selection of 2010 Honda Accords in practically every color.

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[1] Car and Driver, January 2010

Bernardi Honda - 2009 Honda President's Award Recipient

On February 3, 2010 American Honda honored Bernardi Honda by designating it as a recipient of the esteemed Honda President's Award for 2009.Bernardi Honda was the only Honda dealership in Massachusetts and Rhode Island to earn this distinction.

The President's Award is the most prestigious and coveted honor that Honda can grant to its dealerships.

To earn the President's Award, every employee on the dealership team must be totally
committed to providing their customers with excellent service. They must also complete rigorous yearly training requirements to remain current on all Honda products and the service thereof.

American Honda qualifies dealerships for the award by regularly interviewing their sales and service customers by telephone and email. Dealerships must receive A+ rankings in the monthly customer surveys to qualify for the President’s Award.

To ensure it continues to meet or exceed customer expectations, Bernardi Honda has a full time customer advocate, Kristin Cullinane. Kristin is responsible for creating and training staff on processes that aid the dealership in meeting its high quality control standards.

Bernardi Honda is part of the Bernardi Auto Group. It is located on Route 9 East in Natick - just east of the Natick Collection.

Bernardi Honda Wins Top 2009 Customer Service Excellence Award

Bernardi Honda has for 2009 again been designated by American Honda as the #1 dealership in its district for Customer Service Excellence (CSE).

American Honda ranks all Honda dealerships as to the quality of services that they provide to their customer's vehicles. Honda does this by randomly surveying 20% of each dealer's service customers. Customers are first interviewed by telephone and then are sent an email questionnaire. The email survey results are then scored by Honda. Bernardi's score for 2009 was 94.4 - significantly higher than the district average of 91.5, zone average of 91.2, and national average of 91.4!

Bernardi Honda is conveniently located down the road from the Natick Collection on Route 9 East at 960 Worcester Street in Natick. To schedule a service appointment for your Honda, please call 800-790-9906. Don't forget to visit Bernardi Honda's coupon page before your appointment.

Honda Reveals the all new 2011 Honda CR-Z Sport Hybrid

The stunning new CR-Z sport hybrid made its formal debut at the 2010 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

Blending sporty, sleek styling and fun-to-drive performance, the CR-Z aims to rewrite hybrid history. It doesn’t look like a typical hybrid from the exterior—its sleek, aerodynamic shape is very appealing. The interior features stylish black and aluminum style trim accents. The instrument panel illuminates with 3-dimensional gauges giving a futuristic, multi-layered appearance.

It is powered by a 1.5-liter i-VTEC® engine with Honda’s Integrated Motor Assist. To provide a personal driving experience, Honda is unique in including a 6-speed manual as the standard transmission. Even the available CVT version comes with paddle shifters for an added level of control.

To customize your driving experience, the Honda CR-Z features an innovative 3- mode drive system (Sport/Normal/Econ). In “Sport” mode, the car’s systems are enhanced for performance, meaning the steering is more responsive, and the engine becomes more energetic. In “Econ” mode, the car’s systems are optimized for enhanced fuel efficiency. The electric motor assist gives priority to the air-conditioning system, helping reduce its overall load on the engine. “Normal” mode is a great compromise between the two, giving you a balanced level of performance and fuel economy.

While Honda does not notify its dealers of newly announced vehicles until the last minute, Motor Trend suggests that the Honda CR-Z Sport Hybrid will be available in 2010 as a 2011 model. They also suggest that there will be a hybrid version of the Fit available in 2010 as a 2011 model.

Bernardi Honda will offer a complete line of the 2011 Honda CR-Z Sport Hybrid when it is available. Bernardi Parts will offer a complete line of 2011 Honda CR-Z Accessories and 2011 Honda CR-Z Parts for the 2010 Honda CR-Z when it is available. Bernardi Service Contracts will offer information on the Honda Service Contacts, backed by American Honda and honored by Honda dealers nationwide, for the 2011 Honda CR-Z Sport Hybrid when it is released.

To receive more infomation on the 2011 Honda CRZ as it becomes available, please call Bernardi Honda at 508 651-3033 and ask to be placed on the 2010 CRZ mailing list.

Honda and Toyota Dominate ALG Residual Value Awards

Automotive Lease Guide (ALG), a subsidiary of DealerTrack Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRAK), is the industry benchmark for residual values and depreciation data.

ALG has announced its 11th annual Residual Value Awards, honoring the manufacturers and their vehicles that are predicted to retain the highest percentage of their original price after a conventional three-year period.

Honda's entire family of vehicles was named second for the "Mainstream Brand Residual Value Award".

Three of Honda's vehicles received awards for leading their market segment in the retention of original purchase price:
1. Fit (Entry Compact Car)
2. Accord (Midsize Car)
3. Odyssey (Minivan)

According to James Clark, General Manager of ALG, “We continue to believe that residual value is the best metric for evaluating the overall strength of an automotive brand, and we congratulate all of the 2010 winners for their successful products and marketing strategies.”

For more information on how extended Residual Value can benefit you in your purchase or lease of a new 2010 Honda vehilce, please call Bernardi Honda (508 651-3033) or visit them at 960 Worcester Road in Natick MA - just down the road from the Natick Mall on Route 9 East.

Honda and Toyota Share Dominance of KBB's 2009 Most Researched List

First published in book form in 1926, Kelley Blue Book (KBB) now offers a rich and trusted source of automotive information to the buyer of new and used vehilces on hte internet and in book form. For the 4th year in a row, traffic to KBB's web site increased - reaching nearly 180 million visits.

During 2009, five Honda vehicles were among the top 20 most-researched new vehicles on KBB's site:
#1 Honda Accord
#2 Honda Civic
#4 Honda CR-V
#10 Honda Pilot
#13 Honda Odyssey

The Honda Civic and the Honda Accord have ranked in the top 10 each year since 2004.

Further, Honda was tanked #2 in KBB's list of "Greatest Market Interest" - second to Toyota.

To learn more about Honda's quality new and used vehicles, visit Bernardi Honda's web site or visit the dealership - conveniently located at 960 Worcester Road (Route 9 East - just beyond the Natick Collection) in Natick, MA.

Bernardi Honda - Named Top Certified Used Car Dealer by Honda

Bernardi Honda is proud to be recognized by American Honda as the #1 dealer of Certified Used Cars in the New England region for 2009.

Cetified Pre-owned Cars must meet stringent American Honda requirements in regards to their condition. CARFAX Vehicle History Reports (available to you and no cost) and service records are carefully screened, and then each candidate vehicle is put through a comprehensive 150-point inspection. Virtually every part of the vehicle is checked by Honda-trained service technicians. A meticulous appearance inspection scrutinizes fit an finish - inside and out. Some of the key components that are checked include brakes, engine, exhaust, drivetrain, steering, suspension, tires/wheels, and body condition.

Each Certified Honda Used Car is backed by one of the most extensive used-car warranties in the business. The powertrain and components are covered up to 7 years or 100,000 miles - an extension of up to four years of the original new car coverage. Non-powertrain systems are covered for 12 months or 12,000 miles beyond the expiration of the standard 3-year/36,000 mile new car warranty. The warranty is honored by certified Honda Dealers nationwide and there is never a deductible on covered parts. The warranty is transferable when you sell your car.

Visit the Bernardi Honda web site to browse through its extensive inventory of certified used cars. If you don't see what you are looking for, call Used Car Manager Bob Cole at 508-651-3033. He will be happy to assist you in finding the Certified Honda that meets your requirements.

Bernardi Honda also offers a good selection of used vehicles that are selling for less than $11,000.

Bernardi Honda Mobile Web Site

Bernardi Honda has release the first edition of its Mobile web site. This first edition is designed specifially for users of the Apple iPhone and iTouch mobile devices. Future editions will support other devices such as the Android, Blackberry, and Windows-based devices,etc.

As is illustrated below, the first edition offers users the ability to:
1. Schedule Service Appointments
2. Locate the lowest nearby gasoline prices
3. Get directions to Bernardi

Users visiting the Bernardi Honda Service Scheduling page using their Apple iPhone or iTouch will automatically be routed to the Bernardi Honda Mobile Web Site. Future editions will offer the ability to browser Bernardi's extensive inventory of new and pre-owned cars, trucks, minivans, and SUVs.

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