Howdy Honda. the leading Honda dealer in Austin, is excited to announce that based on recent testing, Honda ranks best in toxic interior rankings. On top of the Ecology Center’s list of vehicles with the least toxic interiors you will find two Honda models, the Honda Civic and the Honda CR-Z.

Throughout the study, researchers from the Ecology Center looked at more than 200, 2011 and 2012 vehicle models for various chemicals. Who knew that the “new car smell” that everyone has grown to love could actually be bad for you? The Ecology Center found that vehicle interior ratings are making a step in the right direction, but aren’t where they would like them to be.

Consider the fact that the “average American” spends roughly 1.5 hours in their car a day. Then consider the fact that, odds are, your vehicle  contains some capacity of brominated flame retardants, PVC, bromine, chlorine, lead and other heavy metals.  Lastly, consider that by making consistent contact with these toxic chemicals can lead to certain health problems including; development of allergies, birth defects in newborns, liver toxicity and cancer to name a few. Scary.

Research Director at the Ecology Center, Jeff Gearhart stated that, “these chemicals are not regulated, so car buyers have no way of knowing what dangers they face.”

By looking into vehicles that make an effort to reduce interior toxic chemicals, you will not only do yourself and your family a favor, you will reduce the risk of developing any of these health problems. If you are in Austin TX or around the Central Texas area, don’t overlook the Honda Civic and/or Honda CR-Z at Howdy Honda in Austin TX. Give us a call at (512) 443-4300 or check us out online at www.howdyhonda.com.

2012 Honda Civic Cpe Price: $19,225	2012 Honda Civic Hybrid Price: $26,020	2012 Honda Civic Sdn Price: $21,275	2012 Honda Civic Sdn Price: $22,775
2012 Honda Civic Cpe Price: $18,425	2012 Honda Civic Cpe Price: $21,275	2012 Honda Civic Sdn Price: $18,625	2012 Honda Civic Hybrid Price: $26,020

 Google Review for Howdy Hondafrom Michelle on January 27, 2012:

“Terrific customer service from Rob Dee. We visited Howdy Honda as well as some other dealerships to look at minivans. The other dealerships didn’t compare. Rob met us outside to see if he could help us and indeed he was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Quiet and calm, he provided us information on the Odyssey, the trims, their features, availability, etc. Our test drive with him was unhurried and very useful, and both my husband and I had a chance to drive and try out different maneuvers. Over the next few days, whenever I had a follow-up questions, Rob answered his phone and provided answers. And when he wasn’t certain, he looked it up and called back. He wasn’t at all pushy and provided time for us to discuss things on our own. We had a very positive experience at Howdy Honda and really appreciated the time and attention Rob Dee provided.“