A Car: A Portable Billboard

It's no recent trend for drivers to use their cars as personal statements to show their support, opinions and at times, their political views. While other drivers elect to use decorative stickers and decals to customize their ride. It only seems fit that just like billboards on the side of the road, drivers can use their cars to advertise their personal opinions, favorite icons, family pride, and quite frankly anything they like on their portable billboards. We want your feedback on how you decorate your ride, do you use your Honda as a portable billboard of thoughts and opinions? 

Feel free to comment below, we'd love to hear from you! 

The Land of The Free

There are no words to express our utter gratitude to the men and women who've died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. We remember them on Memorial Day, and everyday, because of them that we are the land of the free and home of the brave. Thank you to the past, present and future men and women who serve our country. God Bless and Happy Memorial Day! 

Oil Change Special

While you're gearing up for your summer travels, it's just about that time to have a vehicle check up and change your oil. Greg May Honda is offering a Oil change special for $24.95 plus get a FREE multi-point inspection!

Call ahead and schedule a service appointment today!  

Click here for more Greg May Honda Service Specials 

Scratch That

For those drivers who have experienced the annoyance of having scratches on your vehicles windshield, we found an easy at home way to repair your vehicle’s windshield. Here are the materials you will need:

•  Jeweler’s rouge, also called cerium oxide
•  Glycerin
• An electric buffer
• A firm felt pad for the buffer
• A small bowl
• Clean rags
• Clear nail polish
• Window cleaner

Make a paste by mixing 2 tablespoons of jeweler’s rouge, 2 tablespoons of glycerin, and some water in a small bowl.  Apply a small amount of the paste to the scratch on the glass.  Using the firm felt polishing pad on the buffer, gently rub the paste on the window.  Apply pressure little by little being careful not to press too hard.  Pressing hard could crack the glass.  Let the area dry for about 30 seconds and then wipe it clean with a rag.


Check the area to be sure the scratch has been filled to your liking.  If not, repeat the process.  Often, multiple applications will make for better results.  If you notice that there is some distortion on the surface of the glass after finishing, apply a little bit of clear nail polish to repair it.  Let it dry and then clean the windshield with window cleaner.


To prevent future scratched on your windshield, make sure you inspect, clean, and replace wiper blades regularly. Visit the Greg May Honda Service Department for more information about windshield repairs. 

Fact or Fiction: Red Cars Attract Police

In today’s era of radar and laser detectors, and the infamous heartless red-light cameras, the implied answer would be no. Most police officers will explain that if you’re speeding, you’re going to be pulled over no matter the color of your car. But could law enforcement subconsciously focus on bright colors, and red in particular?

They might be, at least based on research conducted by Dr. Mark Changizi, professor of Human Cognition at 2AI Labs. A scientist with expertise in theoretical neurobiology, vision, cognitive science, Changizi’s blog biography details his studies as a way to “grasp the ultimate foundations underlying why we think, feel and see as we do.”

According to his studies, our eyes have evolved to detect subtle changes in blood oxygenation. In simple terms: we notice pigment changes when, for example, someone turns red with anger or pale with fright. “It’s all about emotions,” says Changizi. “Our eyes are designed to see these color changes.” 

Different emotional states depend on how oxygenated your blood is. “Red is a symbol of strength physiologically,” says Changizi, while mentioning recent studies that have proven wearing red sportswear leads to a higher probability of winning. Changizi says cultural factors also play an important role.

Millions of years of evolution, along with some inventive marketing, means that bright colors, especially reds, could simply be hard-wired in our minds as being powerful, fast and strong. Just don’t try to talk your way out of a speeding ticket by informing a police officer that he was genetically programmed to ticket your little red sports car.

Green Car of the Year

This year, Green Car Journal gave the "2012 Green Car of the Year^®" award to the Civic Natural Gas. In a field that featured countless innovative technologies and new approaches to eco-conscious motoring, the jury of environmental and automotive experts was most impressed by the total package offered by the Civic Natural Gas. 

The 2012 Civic Natural Gas is the fifth generation of this alternative fuel vehicle and the only assembly-line produced natural gas passenger model manufactured for sale in the United States. The Civic is accommodating, with seating for five and many desirable features that make driving a comfortable and pleasurable experience. It offers a sophisticated array of active and passive safety systems that earn it a ‘Top Safety Pick’ rating by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. 

The $26,155 Civic Natural Gas can drive approximately 240 miles on a tankful of compressed natural gas, almost two-and-a-half times the range of a typical all-electric vehicle. Take the time to see what everyone is talking about and visit us at Greg May Honda to test drive a 2012 Honda Civic!

The Value of Maintenance

Keeping your Honda in immaculate condition will not save you money but it will actually make you money down the road.  When a car is well maintained a driver avoids many expensive repairs and the car will be in better condition which means it’s resell value will increase tremendously.

An important way of maintaining your car’s condition is to clean it regularly.  Shampoo the carpet and upholstery and scrub the tires.  Clean the engine bay and under the car.  Doing a thorough cleaning job will not only have your car looking better, but it may also alert you to problems you otherwise hadn’t noticed.

For the interior, the vocal point is the steering wheel and dashboard. If the steering wheel, consider investing in a cover to prevent the wheel from becoming worn. If your car is often left out in the Texas heat, it’s important to protect your dashboard from sun damage so I suggest you purchase a dashboard cover. Also, check the lighting on the dashboard knobs and if any are broken, they can easily be replaced at your Chevy dealership.

If your Honda has dull, weathered headlights, visit an auto supply store and buy a headlight restoration kit which will run you about $30. Not only will it improve your vision on the road while driving at night, but will also polish off the car’s appearance.

As the summer heats up, it’s  a good time to clean your air conditioner. To clean it, clear any leaves, dust, or other accumulated gunk from the air passageways.  Change or clean the system’s filters and use an air-conditioning deodorizer. Check your car’s brake pads, shocks, springs, dampers, and struts.  Replacing worn ones can make a major difference in the performance of your car.

These suggestions are part of the upkeep cost of maintaining a vehicle, and will keep your current car running longer. If you ever have mechanical problems make sure and visit the Greg May Honda Service Department, we are always happy to help with any of your Honda needs.