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June 2nd, 2010 by

To the Don Ayres team: The 2009 Honda Fit I purchased from your dealership has been the most enjoyable and satisfying car I have ever driven. I traveled to Tennessee, and on the way (just past Indianapolis) the car was averaging 43.3 miles per gallon. In Tennessee, we added two backseat passengers and drove high…

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An organized trunk? Yes, it’s possible!

June 1st, 2010 by

Is your trunk full of junk? It doesn’t have to be. Follow these simple organizing tricks, and you’ll be well on your way to keeping things in order. For starters, you need to take everything out of your trunk. That’s right – line up the lawn chairs, blankets, first aid kids, umbrellas and trash and…

Meet Rick Kruger

May 28th, 2010 by

For 15 years, Rick Kruger has been a valued member of the Honda sales team at Don Ayres, and he loves having the opportunity to work with so many different customers. “Every day is different,” Rick says. Many customers come in with a pretty good idea of the kind of car they want to buy….

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Say goodbye to stubborn stains

May 26th, 2010 by

Taking care of the outside of your car is one thing, but when stubborn stains crop up on the inside, many car owners really aren’t sure how to tackle the problem. Here’s the good news: a host of household products can eliminate stains on your car’s upholstery. In fact, detergent and dishwashing liquid can be…

Taming Trash and Other Car Clutter

May 24th, 2010 by

Keeping a car clean is no small feat, but there are plenty of things you can do to stay ahead of the game. Here are a few of our favorite tips: Get into the habit of emptying the contents of your car every time you return home from an outing. Immediately remove shopping bags, receipts,…

Meet Derek Ellis

May 21st, 2010 by

Even in high school, Derek Ellis knew he wanted to work on cars. He began working as a technician at Don Ayres before he graduated. Now, four years later, he is a full-time mechanic in the Honda Service department. “I just love working on cars,” Derek says. Derek doesn’t happen to drive a Honda, but…

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Customer Mailbox

May 19th, 2010 by

As always, we love to hear from our satisfied customers. Thanks to all who take the time to keep in touch with us via Facebook, Twitter, email and good ‘ole fashioned snail mail! Keep those letters coming! Dear Don Ayres, I would like to thank you very much for the great service that I received…

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Play it safe on the road

May 17th, 2010 by

Let’s face it – distracted driving can be deadly.this Web site created by the United States Department of Transportation aimed at increasing awareness about this growing phenomenon. Today, we urge you to find out more about the nationwide movement to keep America’s roads safe. Visit In the meantime, what can YOU do? Don’t text and…

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Meet Mark Harrison

May 14th, 2010 by

Sales/leasing consultant Mark Harrison has been working at Don Ayres for seven years, and he truly believes in the product he sells. Mark, who drives a 2002 Honda Odyssey of his own, says Hondas are built to last. His has 153,000 miles on it, and it’s still going strong. “I take it on vacation every…

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High-mileage maintenance tip No. 9

May 12th, 2010 by

If you drive a high-mileage Honda – or if you aspire to drive one someday – you know that your car will a need a little extra TLC from time to time. Here, we’re offering a series of tips designed to take you to 100,000 miles – and beyond!   Today’s tip: Be safety-smart!  …

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