In Honda's home country of Japan, a recent study reports that one in five residents are 65 years or older. To cater to the nation's aging population, many technologies are being developed to extend independent living, while relieving the surplus need of health care workers and nursing home space. What the auto brand has up its sleeves to address the situation isn't the new Honda vehicles we are used to at Honda…

Recognizing the 2013 Honda Accord's popularity doesn't take a rocket scientist. Just take a look around the Charlotte and Matthews area for confirmation, or simply consider last month's sales figures. Dealerships, including Honda of Concord, sold 33, 538 Accords throughout April, making the model the best-selling midsize car of the month.

So what features does the Honda Accord boast that has so many head over heels?

• More compact size than previous models…

The Honda Accord is a popular car, not just because of its high safety ratings or its high performance, but because it's a reliable ride until the very end. Just ask Julia S., who shared a heartfelt story of her long-term relationship with her own Accord.

After 14 years and 400,000, Julia's Honda vehicle was at the end of its road. Following its unfortunate end, Julia took the time to write a…

A summer staple is not just a bathing suit or flip-flops, it's also music! Music festival season is quickly approaching and Honda recently announced its own headliners for the 2013 Honda Civic Tour, which kicks off the first day of August.

We are pleased to announce Grammy winners, Maroon 5, will be leading the national music tour. Fans better head over early to snag a front-row spot for some premium Adam Levine gazing. Joining?

A reliable, safe, well-performing new Honda car with exceptional fuel economy, under $18,000-- No, you aren't dreaming. However, you will be able to sleep easy after purchasing the affordable 2013 Honda Fit. Consumer Reports can back us up, as they just named the vehicle one of its "6 Great New Cars Under $18,000."

It was more than the price tag that won over Consumer Reports. This Honda model has many dreamy features...

We know a lot of you near the Charlotte, Gastonia, Matthews, and Huntersville area are always on the look for new ways to green up your lifestyle. Perhaps you even considered a Honda Civic Sedan but were worried about the battery's impact on the environment. Troubled by this issue as well, Honda went to work on a solution. The end result? A battery recycling process.

Though hybrids have a positive influence on our environment?

Honda is continually being recognized for its breakthrough technology and for its commitment to the environment, as well. You may remember from previous Honda of Concord blog posts where we mentioned that Honda has five of its models voted to the ACCEEE Green Vehicles list;  and when we wrote about the all-new Honda Accord PHEV and how it had no trouble meeting new, incredibly strict emissions standards.

Yes, Honda is certainly a brand worthy of…

If you're looking for a highly fuel-efficient auto then, nothing, in the humble opinions of those of us at Honda of Concord compares to a new Honda. And, whether you're a driver in Charlotte or Matthews, our Honda dealership is worth taking a visit to. That's because the Big H offers models like the Honda Insight and Civic Hybrid which both exist solely to preserve the environment while concurrently saving some green…

As avid Honda enthusiasts, we at Honda of Concord are interested in Honda news even if it doesn't directly pertain to us here in the Concord area.

Such is the case with the all-new Honda GEAR Concept which recently debuted at the Montreal Auto Show, and that we wish would make its way to our showroom at 7650 Bruton Smith Blvd Concord, NC 28027 as it would likely be a huge hit with younger…

We at Honda of Concord are always thrilled when new Honda models are recognized by venerable institutions. But, in this day and age of paramount eco-awareness, when five models are recognized for their green performance? Well, that's just too wonderful for words.

Specifically, the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) recently compiled its list of the "Greenest Vehicles of 2013" and a secondary list the "Greener Choices." And, among those recognized on the…