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After more than two decades of success, the Honda Odyssey continues to be the prime minivan of choice for families large and larger. (Boy, how far we’ve come since the 1995 Odyssey, with its gloriously dated manual rear door, graced our dealership’s showroom floor.) Now, to commemorate the van’s 25^th anniversary, Honda has released its 2020 Odyssey with a handful of new additions to keep those minivan-lovers happy.

What new features come with the 2020 Odyssey?

Making its case for being America’s best minivan, the 2020 Honda Odyssey has made a few changes for the…

In the new Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla, we have two cars that consumers are frequently conflicted over. Not only do the two cars fit into the same category, but they also share many of the same features and handle similarly. The fact is, both sedans are extremely nice vehicles, which makes choosing one over the other quite difficult. The good news is that there are some differences between the Civic and Corolla that may sway you to become a Honda fanatic.

Civic vs. Corolla: Power

You don't want to ever find yourself in a position where your vehicle…

Ready or not, here comes the 2019 Honda Insight. The third generation model is stylish, efficient, and fashionably hybrid. Yep, it’s the best Insight in years.

The Honda Insight made its grand entrance at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) in March 2018, boasting a feisty front fascia, sleek lines, innovative powertrain tech, and formidable safety features. Now, with the Insight landing at our Joplin Honda dealership, all that prestige can be yours.

Engines, Batteries, & Motors: Honda's Hybrid Power Team

Conventional wisdom seems to think that hybrid = sub-par powertrain performance.

But this isn’t 2001—it’s…

As one of the very best three-row crossover SUVs on the market today, the 2018 Honda Pilot doesn’t disappoint. Available in two-wheel drive (2WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), the new Pilot is designed to attract attention while also providing plenty of space for the entire family—and all the cargo that comes with them.

Roomy, kid-friendly, and loaded with technology, is it any wonder why the Pilot is so well-reviewed? Come grab the 2018 Pilot at our Joplin Honda dealership, and you’ll be ready for a new adventure every single day.

Top Safety Pick

The 2018 Pilot offers…

Honda has done it again with its newest award-winning SUVs, the 2018 HR-V, CR-V, and Pilot. All three crossovers are envy-inducing additions to the already-robust SUV market in America, but which model is best for you? Here’s a breakdown of each 2018 Honda SUV to ensure you’re making the right choice.

The 2018 NAIAS (North American International Auto Show) may be over, but its impact on the industry continues. Besides its reputation for exhibiting the most brilliant automotive creations in the world, January's event raised $5.1 million dollars for southeastern Michigan children's charities. (Fun fact: The NAIAS Charity Preview event is reputed to be the largest single-night fundraiser in the world.)

The 2018 NAIAS was certainly an event to remember—especially for Honda fans. Here’s a recap of all that Honda showed off the Detroit Auto Show this year.

 
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Honda has a reputation for innovation, and the 2018 Ridgeline is a perfect example of how they've earned that status as one of the world’s freshest automakers. The new Ridgeline is Honda's take on what a midsize pickup should be: hardworking yet comfortable, versatile, and innovative. This 2018 truck carries over the same award-winning demeanor as its 2017 predecessor—which was a 2017 North American Truck of the Year Award winner, mind you—and critics can’t get enough of it.

 
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Kelley Blue Book (KBB) is the source for so much info in the automotive world. Lenders use them, car dealers like us at Roper Honda respect them, and consumers know they can trust KBB for valuable information when researching new cars to buy. Perhaps one of the most valuable resources that Kelley Blue Book offers is their annual "Best Buy Awards" list, which narrows down the best of the best (obviously), alleviating customers’ car-shopping stresses from the equation.

Crossover SUVs have become the most popular and competitive vehicles in the automotive industry. They’ve gained their dominant position in the market because of their utility, efficiency, and safety ratings, making them exquisite family-centric vehicles. Let’s a closer look at what separates the two top contenders in the class: the 2017 CR-V and rival Toyota RAV4. Which is the best SUV for your money? Which is the safest? Which will have you yearning to take that next road trip?  

Honda’s State-of-the-Art Design vs Toyota’s Refresh  

The 2017 Honda CR-V was completely redesigned from the ground up…