INSIDE RALPH JULY 2021 NEWSLETTER

HONDA NEWS

Honda Leads Cars.com 2021 American-Made Index with 4 of the Top 10 Models

TORRANCE, Calif.( June 23, 2021) — Honda’s commitment to building products in America was on display in the Cars.com 2021 American-Made Index® — with four Honda models in the top 10, more than any other automaker, and seven Honda and Acura models ranking among the top 20. Honda vehicles in the top 10 are the Alabama-made Honda Ridgeline pickup, Odyssey minivan, and Pilot and Passport SUVs, with the Ohio-built Honda Accord ranked 17th. Two Ohio-made Acura models, the Acura RDX premium sport crossover and TLX premium sport sedan, placed 12th and 13th, respectively. All four of the Honda models in the top 10 of the 2021 American-Made Index — Ridgeline, Odyssey, Pilot and Passport —were designed and developed by Honda engineers in the U.S. and are produced exclusively in Lincoln, Alabama. Honda’s Alabama Auto Plant celebrates 20 years of manufacturing this year. The engines that power these vehicles also are built at the Alabama plant, with the transmissions produced at Honda’s nearby transmission plant in Tallapoosa, Georgia. To read the full article, CLICK HERE.

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SUMMER DRIVING TIPS 2021

For many of us, summertime usually means vacation travel. Even though pandemic precautions will undoubtedly affect your travel plans again this year, now is still a good time to review these summer driving safety tips. Prevention and planning may take a little time up front, but will spare you from dealing with the consequences of a breakdown—or worse yet, a highway crash—later. Keep Kids Safe - In and Around the Car Heatstroke There are other dangers to children in and around cars that you should know. For example, heatstroke can occur when a child is left unattended in a parked vehicle or gains unsupervised access. Never leave children alone in the car—not even for a few minutes. Vehicles heat up quickly. Even if the outside temperature is in the 70s and the windows are cracked, the temperature in a vehicle can rapidly reach deadly levels. A child’s body temperature rises 3 to 5 times faster than that of an adult. Visit NHTSA.gov/Heatstroke to learn more tips and reminders to prevent heatstroke. Backing Out/Parking Before you back out of a driveway or parking spot, prevent back overs by walking around your vehicle to check for children running and playing. When using a backup camera, remember that kids, pets, and objects may be out of view but still in the path of your vehicle. When children play, they are often oblivious to cars and trucks around them. They may believe that motorists will watch out for them. Furthermore, every vehicle has a blind zone. As the size and height of a vehicle increases, so does the “blind zone” area. Large vehicles, trucks, SUVs, RVs, and vans are more likely than cars to be involved in back overs. Stock Your Vehicle Even a well-maintained vehicle can break down, so it’s advisable to put together an emergency roadside kit to carry with you. A cell phone tops the list of suggested emergency kit contents since it allows you to call for help when and where you need it. Suggested emergency roadside kit contents include: • Cell phone and charger • First aid kit • Flashlight • Flares and a white flag • Jumper cables • Tire pressure gauge • Jack (and ground mat) for changing a tire • Work gloves and a change of clothes • Basic repair tools and some duct tape (for temporarily repairing a hose leak) • Water and paper towels for cleaning up • Nonperishable food, drinking water, and medicines • Extra windshield washer fluid • Maps • Emergency blankets, towels and coats Before You Go Check for Recalls Owners may not always know that their vehicle has been recalled and needs to be repaired. NHTSA's VIN lookup tool lets you enter a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to quickly learn if a specific vehicle has not been repaired as part of a safety recall in the last 15 years. Check for recalls on your vehicle by searching now: NHTSA.gov/Recalls. And sign up for email recall alerts at NHTSA.gov/Alerts. Get Your Car Serviced Regular maintenance such as tune-ups, oil changes, battery checks, and tire rotations go a long way toward preventing breakdowns. If your vehicle has been serviced according to the manufacturer’s recommendations, it should be in good condition to travel. If not—or you don’t know the service history of the vehicle you plan to drive—schedule a preventive maintenance checkup with your mechanic right away. Know Your Car Read your vehicle’s manual to familiarize yourself with the features on your vehicle — such as antilock brakes and electronic stability control — and how the features perform in wintry conditions. When renting a car, become familiar with the vehicle before driving it off the lot. Plan Your Travel and Route Before heading out, make sure to check the weather, road conditions, and traffic. Don’t rush through your trip, and allow plenty of time to get to your destination safely. And always familiarize yourself with directions and maps before you go, even if you use a GPS system, and let others know your route and anticipated arrival time. To read the full article, CLICK HERE. Article credit: nhtsa.gov

EMPLOYEE ANNIVERSARIES

── 9 YEARS ── Isreal Burgado (Building Maintenance) ── 7 YEARS ── Mike Morrill (Sales Manager) ── 4 YEARS ── Jim Hunter (Finance Manager) ── 1 YEAR ── Breahnna Young (BDC Agent)

2022 HONDA CIVIC

5 Things That Will Change Your Opinion About The Car

Honda has introduced an all-new Civic for the 2022 model year that differs significantly from its predecessors. After 50 years of production, the Civic — arguably the world’s most beloved economy car — has grown up and matured. Take a look at these five changes that will likely alter your opinion of the all-new vehicle: 1 - New Styling is Sporty and Sophisticated Honda chose to go with a simple, yet sporty, exterior design on its all-new 2022 Civic. The new look features a lower hood and door-mounted exterior mirrors, which improve outward vision and lower cabin wind noise. Adding to a sense of openness is a lower belt line and larger side windows. The headlights are pushed to the corners, while the taillamp extend to the edges of the vehicle — both attributes are designed to emphasis stability. Character lines are sharp and deliberate, which imply strength and power. The overall look is a significant departure from previous-generation Honda Civics, as the 2022 model is visually more balanced — it has the proportions of a rear-wheel drive sedan (at first glance, it is strikingly similar to the attractive E90-Series BMW sedan). Unlike some of its predecessors, which were arguably over-styled for a young audience, the new sedan projects a sophistication that is new to the Civic brand — it looks great from just about every angle. 2 - Updated Engines are Refined and Effiecent The 2022 Honda Civic will be offered with two combustion engines — both updated for the all-new model. The LX and Sport trims are fitted with a naturally-aspirated 2.0-liter, four-cylinder, engine that is rated at 158 hp/138 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to the front wheels through a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that has been enhanced to increase fuel efficiency, lower emissions, and improve drivability. The Civic EX and Touring trims are fitted with a more powerful turbocharged 1.5-liter, four-cylinder, engine that is rated at 180 hp/177 lb-ft of torque. The standard CVT in those models, which is more robust that the transmission in the 2.0-liter, has been tuned to work with the turbocharged engine to improve throttle response and efficiency. Fuel economy has been improved for both models — LX and Sport deliver 30-35 mpg, while EX and Touring models deliver 31-36 mpg. (Note that the more powerful turbocharged 1.5-liter engine is more fuel efficient, which often isn’t the case.) 3 - The Cabin is More Premium and Luxurious Passengers within the new 2022 Honda Civic will be impressed with the new layout — the company calls it the “Man-Maximum/Machine-Minimum” approach. The concept follows a human-centric design that ensures the technology and layout serve the needs of the driver and passengers. The driver faces a large three-spoke steering wheel with controls on the spokes. Window and mirror controls are conveniently located on the door panel, with light and wiper controls on the steering wheel stalks. The primary HVAC controls are on the center of the dash, with the infotainment stack — with a physical volume knob — easily visible at the top. There are USB ports throughout. Kudos to Honda for the intuitive transmission shift lever (canted slightly the driver for easier use), and upholders and storage. The overall feeling is of spaciousness and openness — large windows ensure that all occupants have an excellent view outward. All trim levels of the new Civic feature new Body Stabilizing Seats for the driver and front passenger. The design incorporates new internal structures to provide better support across the entire body, which enhances comfort for occupants. Standard upholstery has been upgraded to be wrinkle-resistant, and leather is offered on the Touring trim. Another feature worthy of mentioning is the metal honeycomb mesh that replaces the traditional HVAC vents along the dashboard. In addition to visually breaking up the expansive dash — for a better aesthetic approach — the design cleanly conceals the air vents (rotary controls to open/close the vents are immediately beneath). 4 - New Technology is Innovative Passengers within the new 2022 Honda Civic are surrounded by premium levels of innovative technology. Standard models (LX) are fitted with a 7-inch digital gauge cluster complemented by a 7-inch color touchscreen infotainment system. Sport models are upgraded with Smart Entry, Remote Start, and an upgraded audio system, among other features. The EX models arrive with the Blind Spot Information System and dual-zone automatic climate control, while the premium Touring model supplements all of the aforementioned technology with a 10-inch digital gauge cluster and a 9-inch high-resolution color touchscreen for the infotainment system. Audiophiles will enjoy the available 12-speaker Bose premium sound system — I sat in the car blasting tunes long after my test drive was over. And, of course, wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Qi-compatible wireless phone charging are also offered. Honda didn’t forget about safety, either. The Honda Sensing suite of safety and driver-assist technologies includes Traffic Jam Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, Road Departure Mitigation, Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Warning, and a Collision Mitigation Braking System. 5 - Driving Dynamics are Impressive The all-new 2022 Honda Civic rides on a new platform that boasts a rigid aluminum subframe (lighter weight for more agility), a longer wheelbase (for a more comfortable ride), wider rear track (more stability in corners), and more sophisticated suspension (for improved ride quality). On the road, the Honda Civic drives like a premium sedan, with an isolated and well-controlled ride that belies it’s low pricing. The standard 2.0-liter models (LX and Sport) are quick and peppy, despite their lower horsepower and torque outputs. The naturally aspirated engine is a good fit for the CVT — I really enjoyed this combination in terms of drivability, but it is down on power so it’s not for the horsepower junkie. The more powerful turbocharged 1.5-liter models (EX and Touring) deliver stronger acceleration, but the power isn’t as seamlessly integrated as it is with the naturally aspirated engine. That said, it’s my preferred powerplant as the pricing premium will deliver more exhilarating acceleration and better fuel efficiency. Handling is impressive for this category of vehicle. The Honda Civic feels solid and stable from the driver’s seat, effortlessly tackling the curvy roads that Honda had set me out upon. Steering feel is good and accurate, although feedback through the steering wheel is minimal — typical of today's electrically-assisted systems. Our one complaint was tire choice. Honda still puts all-season tires on these models (enthusiasts should wait for the upcoming “Si” or “Type R” models).

Article credit: forbes.com

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FEATURED RECIPE

Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers Ingredients 2 each large green and red peppers, cut lengthwise in half, seeded 1 Tbsp. oil 1 onion, sliced 3/4 lb. cremini mushrooms, sliced 1 Tbsp. LEA & PERRINS Worcestershire Sauce 1 lb. deli roast beef, sliced, cut into thin strips 1 cup CHEEZ WHIZ Cheese Dip, divided Directions 1. Heat oven to 350°F. 2. Place pepper halves, cut sides up, in single layer in shallow baking dish. Bake 20 min. or until crisp-tender. 3. Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add onions, mushrooms and Worcestershire sauce; stir. Cook 6 to 8 min. or until mushrooms are tender, stirring frequently. Add meat and 3/4 cup CHEEZ WHIZ; cook and stir 2 min. Remove from heat. 4. Spoon meat mixture into pepper halves; top with remaining CHEEZ WHIZ. 5. Bake 10 min. or until filling is heated through. Receipe credit: myfoodandfamily.com

FOOD SHELF & CLOTHING CLOSET

CLOTHING CLOSET NEWS Currently, we accept spring and summer clothing donations every day we are open. We also can take blankets, sheets, bedspreads that are clean and in good condition. Bedding is a very popular item with our clients. All donated goods must be placed in white, 13-gallon kitchen trash bags and handed to our staff. Please DO NOT leave donations outside our door or next to the donation shed. Those items will be thrown away. Our summer hours are: Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 10 am – 12:00 pm Wednesday 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Saturday 9 am – 11 am HOME GARDENERS You can donate the excess from your vegetable garden to the Food Shelf. It can be dropped off: Mondays 9 am– 11 am Tuesdays 11 am to noon Wednesdays 5 pm– 6 pm Saturdays 10 am – 11 am

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