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Although the Honda Ridgeline at Holler Honda is technically a truck, it's also much more than that. That's because the interior of the Ridgeline is equipped with multiple features to help you feel at-home no matter what type of work you're doing in Orlando. more Every Honda Ridgeline is equipped with comfortable seating for five. Therefore, if you need to haul passengers to the big game or to the worksite, you'll be able to do it with ease. If you need to haul some cargo in your cabin instead, the rear seats fold down in a 60/40 configuration. To add some drama to your daily drive, the Honda Ridgeline offers an available one-touch power moonroof. This feature ensures that you can always get some fresh air into your vehicle to help it air out after it's been sitting on a hot day. Of course, you can close the moonroof, as well, and simply enjoy the extra sunshine that streams through the glass..

Honda Insight is a 1.5L 4-cylinder engine with an electric motor. The infotainment system has the apple CarPlay and Android Auto upgrades. Below is an overview. more Safety The Honda Insight has driver-assist technology to give the driver confidence while on the road. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration safety rating on the 2020 Honda Insight is a five-star showing a roadworthy hybrid. The driver helps safety features include forward collision warning with the automatic emergency braking system, Lane departure warning with lane-keeping assist, road sign recognition, and adaptive cruise control. Interior The hybrid is a 5-passenger seater with 39.3-inch headroom and 42.3-inch legroom. For back seat occupants, they have a 39.9-inch headroom and 37.4-inch legroom. The headroom is slightly reduced to 37.5 inches in the front due to the moonroof availability, 36.3 inches on rear seat occupants. The unit has a large cargo space when the rear seats are folded. If you need to learn more about the Honda Insight, visit our dealership today in Orlando.

If you are looking for a vehicle that offers a variety of advanced technology features, the Honda Accord may be for you. The Accord comes with available Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, which means that you can control your smartphone without using your hands. more Furthermore, the Accord itself can be turned into a Wi-Fi hotspot. This means that you and your passengers can stream music or movies on your phone, tablet or laptop without using your device’s data. However, it may be necessary to purchase a data plan if you wish to activate this capability. With the HondaLink app, you can lock a door or see how much gas is in the tank just by looking at your phone. It may also be possible to obtain diagnostic information about your car, which may make it easier to stick to the suggested maintenance schedule.

The Honda Civic is a much beloved sedan for its performance and reliability. Orlando drivers will also appreciate the look of the newest model. This car is modern and edgy. It's definitely not your average sedan. Take a look at the Honda Civic exterior features we love most here at Holler Honda. more A refined, yet aggressive, silhouette define the look of the new Honda Civic. It also offers a bold Sport trim that fans are sure to appreciate. The headlights, both front and rear, stand out in shape and flair. They're both practical and pretty. Small details like the back decklid spoiler add character that can't go unnoticed. An overall sleek profile brings the Civic up to date with sharp bodylines. The long wheelbase and wide stance add to the polish and precision of this sedan. Even the 17-inch black alloy wheels add a touch of elegance to its contemporary look.

The Honda Fit is one of the most underrated cars on the market. The subcompact car is versatile and affordable. The latest model comes in several trims, but for the most part, many standard exterior features make the Honda Fit just that, a perfect fit. more For starters, the Fit comes with a customized front end as the bodylines of the car flow seamlessly to the headlights. The headlights are complimented with an aerodynamic bumper that has a pair of fog lights that sit low to the ground. The fog lights provide additional light during periods of dense fog or extreme weather, which is frequently experienced in Orlando. Holler Honda offers the Honda Fit that has a rear spoiler, which adds to its quickness and improves fuel efficiency. The car also comes with LED taillights. To compliment the side view, the Fit offers 16-inch alloy wheels.

The beauty of the body of your vehicle should stay in pristine condition for as long as possible, and car wax can help you keep your car looking great for years or even decades. The body of a vehicle can rust if you don't keep water and contaminants off the surface, but at Holler Honda, we have a few car waxing tips that you can use to keep it looking great. more One of the most basic things that you should understand about car wax is that it dries when it's in contact with air because the plant-based or synthetic wax is actually hard and is mixed with a solvent to make it pliable. The solvent evaporates under air, though. This is useful to understand because you need to know to work in small, circular motions so that it doesn't dry before you have an even coat. You should also know that the car should be completely clean and dry before you apply the wax so that you don't trap contaminants underneath the wax.

At our service center here in Orlando we are often asked about vehicle alignments. Holler Honda thinks you should know how important this type of service can be. Here is some helpful information about alignments. more An alignment is the term given to adjustments made to your car's suspension. The suspension of a vehicle helps to join a car and its wheels. When a car is out of alignment there can be mild to serious issues. Your tires could show extra wear. The steering wheel could shake. You may even notice that your car pulls or drifts to one side. At best, these issues could require expensive repairs. At worst, they could cause an accident. In an alignment our service professionals adjust the angle of your tires to the roadway. A proper alignment means that your tires are all making equal contact with the roadway. The overall handling of your car is better when the vehicle is in alignment.

The Honda Odyssey continues to impress people thanks to its many top features. However, what really makes the Odyssey stand out is its top interior design. Here are two of the most amazing interior features that you will find on the Odyssey. more When you go on that long road trip, things can get a little messy into the minivan. That's why there's the available Hondavac portable vacuum. This vacuum system is stored in the Odyssey and can be used to easily clean up the interior. Keep everyone in the second and third-row seats happy with the available rear entertainment system. This system is a ceiling-mounted 10.2-inch displayed that can be easily folded into and placed and stored away. With the rear entertainment system, second and third-row passengers can enjoy music and video streaming and well as some popular built-in games. These are just a couple of many top interior features available on the Odyssey.

John Chhotani spent his early adult life running businesses in Malaysia, which prepared him for his current role selling cars at Holler Honda. John was born in Pakistan and moved to Malaysia soon after turning 18. During his 10 years in Malaysia, he boxed competitively and owned his own bakery and restaurant. In 2017, he moved to the US. He spent a couple months in New Jersey before moving to South Florida, where he had more opportunity to explore hobbies like fishing, diving and swimming. more For his first year in Florida, John spent most of his time around the water. After relocating from South Florida to Central Florida, John went back to work, buying and selling cars at auction with his uncle. He found out Holler Honda was hiring through a connection with the sales manager Richard Drexel, and he decided to pursue the opportunity. While selling cars was new to John, it was not unfamiliar. Selling cars in a non-negotiating environment is similar to the restaurant business, just selling a different type of merchandise. “When serving food, you’re not talking about price. You just want to have food you enjoy,” John said. At Holler Honda, the customer’s taste is what matters most. The goal is to help a customer find the right car and make sure the customer is happy. Whether or not a customer is buying that day, they are Holler Honda customers. John has found that his restaurant background has helped him succeed. The customer service model at the dealership has helped him build long-term relationships. According to John, one of the keys to being successful in any business is being able to adapt in all scenarios. With a focused mind and a lot of patience, one can find success in the automotive industry. This career path has treated him well so far. While sales keeps him busy, he still finds time to pursue his goals outside of work. John enjoys boxing in his spare time. Most of his hobbies involve working with his hands, and his palms have callouses to show it. Aside from boxing, he enjoys gardening, fishing, and baking. One of his goals is to compete in American Ninja Warrior, one he planned to pursue this year. Now, he just has more time to train for when the next tournament comes around. This is one of many crazy goals, all of which he is constantly working to achieve.

Ivy Yagual, service advisor at Holler Honda, puts her family first and feels like her company does, too. When Ivy was looking to re-enter the workforce, her father Jesse encouraged her to try a new career at Holler-Classic, the company where he worked. Ivy went for her first role as a cashier at Classic Mazda. As someone starting a family and a job at the same time, Ivy was thankful to be working at a family-oriented company. Ivy always felt comfortable asking her managers for flexibility in her schedule when she needed to take care of family matters. more After one year as a cashier and nine years a warranty admin, she received a promotion this year to the service advisor role at Holler Honda. Ivy believes being well-rounded is the best way to grow into a career, especially in the automotive business. The first step, she says, is to give it a try. “You never know if you can be good at something unless you try,” Ivy said. Looking back on everything she has done, Ivy is proudest of raising compassionate sons. Her oldest graduated Cum Laude with a full scholarship to the University of Florida, and her middle son is following in his footsteps. When she goes out, she always receives compliments on her sons’ behavior. In her spare time, she enjoys playing tennis, going fishing, and going to the beach with her family. She and her family members are also theme park fans. Walt Disney World is Ivy’s happy place. Ivy renews her annual pass to the most magical place on earth every year. Ivy enjoys bringing her family to the parks and collecting Disney memorabilia. In her home, there is a cabinet shelf full of Disney mugs and a bulletin board full of Disney pins. Now that Ivy’s sons are grown up, she plans to do more traveling and become mortgage and debt-free. Being a full time mom with a full time job has made traveling difficult. Ivy grew up in the Philippines and moved to Florida with her family when she was 14, and she looks forward to seeing more of the world.

Miguel Paz enjoys working on cars, going to car shows, and visiting the race track, so his role as a service advisor at Holler Honda is a natural fit. Since he was 15, Miguel has always owned and driven Hondas. His first car was a red 1988 Honda CR-X. He currently owns three Honda vehicles, two 1999 Honda Civics and a black 2018 Honda Civic Type R. During his free time, he can often be found working on the 1999 Honda Civics. more Miguel has worked in the automotive industry for 10 years, starting at Holler Honda just over 4 years ago. At this company, he likes every single coworker and gets along with everyone. He never has to drag himself into work because he is always looking forward to what the next day brings. Miguel is originally from Puerto Rico, where he served in the Navy. This brought him to Jacksonville, and he ultimately decided to stay in Florida. Miguel’s proudest moment is when he received a Purple Heart. A woman accidentally drove her 1989 Astro van into a river and ended up submerged. Miguel happened to be on watch in the area, and he was able to run into the water, pull her out, and save her life. During his spare time, Miguel enjoys cooking and spending time with his family. This year has cut down some of the family time, and Miguel looks forward to seeing more of his family in the future. Before starting on his current career path, Miguel went to school for culinary arts, quickly finding that it was not the right fit for him. Fortunately, Miguel found the automotive business. As a service advisor, he finds that building relationships with customers is the most important part of the job. Making sure customers trust you when they come in for maintenance makes it more likely they will come to see you when they have problems. Miguel treats his customers like friends and family, which has helped him build a solid customer base and thrive in his career.

Trish Martin joined the Holler-Classic family 9 years ago when she needed a new car and a change of pace, and she never looked back. When Trish’s car was totaled, she went to Holler Hyundai to find a pre-owned vehicle. To her surprise, her sales representative Fred Coley asked what she did for a living and told her she would be good in car sales. She was looking to learn something new, so she went for it and started the next journey of her career. Since then, she has also worked in finance and moved on to her current role in sales at Holler Honda. The environment at Holler Honda is fast paced, and the clientele is diverse, which created challenges Trish had not previously faced. Her sales manager Richard Drexel helped push her in the beginning, and she has taken off from there. Honda is a solid brand, one that Trish is happy to sell, having owned two Honda Accords. By the end of this year, she is looking to get into a new Honda, an Accord or a CR-V. more Trish approaches sales by asking her customers deep questions and getting them to open up during the sales process. Many of her customers have become friends, and some, like her first Hyundai Genesis customer, come to the store to visit her. Since she spends most of her time at the dealership, building meaningful connections with customers just makes sense. Working in car sales is rewarding for Trish. Having the opportunity to meet people from all over the world has expanded her horizons. Every year, she learns about new technology in cars. When she started out in car sales, she never thought she would be selling plug-in hybrids. As she is learning, she is able to use her teaching skills with customers. “It reminds me of being a school teacher. You get to teach and train people,” Trish said. Trish also teaches others outside of work. As a freelance writer, she tells stories about positive news in Orlando, Pine Hills, and other Central Florida areas. She also writes about informative pieces about local people and politics. Aside from writing, she is active in her church community and serves on her local YMCA advisory board. In and outside of work, Trish has the opportunity to meet and learn about new people, an opportunity she always cherishes. As a woman of faith, she takes pride in helping others with encouraging words. Trish loves meeting new people, and she hopes to have an positive influence on everyone she meets.