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Honda Tops J.D. Power & Associates Initial Quality Study!
Honda leads industry with seven segment-leading models, more than any other brand
The Honda brand earned its best-ever ranking in J.D. Power and Associates' Initial Quality StudySM (IQS) for 2011, finishing second among all surveyed brands, including premium makes, the company announced today. Honda also led the industry with seven models earning the highest initial quality ranking in their respective segments, including its top-selling Accord and Civic models.
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2012 Honda Civic
Civic leads the way for compact car safety
The coveted IIHS award recognizes vehicles that do the best job of protecting vehicle occupants involved in front, side and rear crashes, plus rollover performance based on ratings in the Institute's tests. All Top Safety Pick vehicles must also include a standard electronic stability control system. The Civic earned the highest possible score of GOOD in all four ratings, including the more rigorous roof-strength test.
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2011 Honda Accord
Updated styling, proven safety and unbeatable value define 2011 Honda Accord
If you are shopping the market for a mid-sized family sedan, there has never been a better time to check out the Honda Accord. A Canadian favorite for years, Honda’s elemental family sedan has recently entered the 2011 model year with new styling, new value, and an ever-expanding list of awards from industry authorities.
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Skin Care, 365 Days a Year
Summer isn’t the only time to practice healthy habits.
While many people are diligent about slathering on the sunscreen or checking for suspicious moles during summer months, most seem to forget about good skin care practices when the temperature drops. The official season of sun may be ending, but we still need to pamper our skin daily. Here are some tips from the experts for beautiful, healthy skin:
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Stand By Me…25 Years Later
Where are they now?
Stand by Me, Rob Reiner’s touching coming-of-age drama, is celebrating its 25th anniversary. The film’s tagline notably stated, “You’ll never have friends like you have when you are 12,” but for these former child actors, the question is, will they have careers like when they were 12? Here is a look back at the film and a look at where the actors are today.
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Discover True Sophistication in Brussels
Ornate, yet inviting, this Belgian city charms each and every visitor.
With nearly 30 kilometres of 17th century architecture and enough chocolate shops to keep your mouth watering for weeks, Brussels is worth a visit anytime of the year. Once a 10th century fortress town and now Belgium’s largest urban region, the city offers guests a mix of old-world charm and modern day entertainment. Whether you want to find boutique treasures or admire a Gothic-style cathedral, Brussels promises one unforgettable attraction after another.
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Car Care: Tire Maintenance
Taking care of the most important part of your vehicle.
Tires are hugely important to nearly every aspect of your vehicle’s performance. As the only portion of any car, truck, crossover and SUV that actually touches the road, they impact acceleration, cornering, handling and braking while also playing a huge role in fuel economy and road noise as well. Tires may not be as thrilling as sleek sheet metal or a high-horsepower engine, but there’s nothing more important to your vehicle’s safety than their care and maintenance. That means making sure your tires are properly inflated and regularly rotated and balanced.
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Summer Discovery
Outdoor science and nature activities for children.
Even though kids are on summer vacation, you can keep their neurons firing at full power by engaging them in outdoor nature and science activities. There are many simple and inexpensive ways to show your children that science is all around them and that it can be fun, too.
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Stay Connected, Despite the Distance
Whether you dial, tweet or text, there’s always a way to say hello.
Miles of separation don’t have to mean losing touch with friends and family. From electronic devices to traditional pen and paper, there are plenty of ways to find out what everyone’s up to around the world. Many options are inexpensive and even free, so try these ideas risk-free:
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Wild Backyard
Creating a wildlife habitat in your own backyard.
Experiencing wildlife firsthand is a key part of teaching children to value and protect the animals that share our planet. Visiting endangered and exotic animals at the zoo is a great way to do this, but you can also teach children the beauty of local animals by incorporating them into your every day life. Creating a wildlife habitat in your own backyard will get your children excited about the environment and show them how people and animals can share resources and live together.
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