Top 3 Things to Love About Living in Indianapolis
Whether you’re looking for a new place to live or just a new place visit, Indianapolis should be near the top of your list. This midwestern burgh really can offer up the best of both worlds. Because it’s situated in the heart of the Midwest, the city can often feel like a small town. At the same time, it’s got the size and the cultural and entertainment offerings reserved for the biggest cities. 
Top 3 Things to Love About Living in Indianapolis
How Often Do You Need to Get a Honda Oil Change?
How Often Do You Need to Get a Honda Oil Change?
Your best friend insists your Honda’s oil should be changed every six months. Your neighbor says they wait up to 11,000 miles between oil changes, and an online post you read recommended that you change your oil at least three times every year. So what gives? How often should you schedule a Honda oil change?
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4 Reasons Commuters Love the 2020 Honda Civic
The Honda Civic proudly carries a long tradition of a practical daily commuter, with razor-sharp handling and plenty of get-up-and-go to help you weave in and out of traffic. For 2020, the Civic is back and better than ever, carrying this legendary commuter into a new decade! Read on to discover four reasons commuters love the 2020 Honda Civic.
Driving Dynamics
Just because commuting is part of the daily schedule doesn’t mean you have to get a vehicle with vague steering, questionable handling, and an underpowered engine. Choose a 2020 Civic and reconnect with the love of driving.
The new Honda Civic delivers two distinct engine options; a traditional 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder (158 hp and 138 lb-ft torque) and a punchy 1.5-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder (174 hp and 162 lb-ft torque). Both engines are mated to an efficient CVT transmission, with an available six-speed manual still offered, even for the Civic’s upper trims. With excellent driving dynamics, including a confidence-inspiring suspension and precise steering, you will be looking forward to your morning commutes!
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The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is legendary amongst racing enthusiasts. Thousands gather to watch heart-pounding races and cheer on their favorite drivers. But did you know there’s a museum in the center of the action? Here’s why you should check out the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum.
1. Fantastic Track Tours
Everyone who comes to the museum wants to experience the thrills of the track. The museum offers a variety of tours designed to get visitors up close to the action. The popular Kiss the Bricks tour allows guests to take a lap around the track. At the finish line, they can then get down and “kiss the bricks” of the original 1909 surface. For photo ops, it doesn’t get any better than this. Read the rest of this entry »
Count on the Dealership for Quality Honda Repair
Taking care of a car is an important aspect of responsible car ownership. With so much competition and so many second-rate options for service and maintenance, it can be easy to get bogged down with too many selections to choose from. At Ed Martin Honda, we want to make it simple and hassle-free to perform regular service and even the most complex Honda repair.
The Best Honda Repair
If you are looking for the best and most reliable service and repair option, it is important to go to an experienced Honda service center. At Ed Martin Honda, we offer an award-winning service center full of highly qualified mechanics and technicians who know the ins and outs of even the most complicated Honda makes and models.
Indianapolis, Indiana is a bustling metropolitan hub, but despite that, a surprising number of welcoming outdoor parks in and around the city offer a welcome escape from the business of life. With vast lakes, hiking trails, outdoor art installations, and well-kept playgrounds, there’s something for everyone to be found in a park in Indy.
Virginia B. Fairbanks Art and Nature Park at Newfields
The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art and Nature Park sprawls across nearly 100 acres just north of the heart of the city, bordering the White River. This free nature park is operated by Newfields, home of the internationally-recognized Indianapolis Museum of Art. In addition to featuring a 35-acre lake and easily accessible paths, site-specific commissioned artworks lie scattered across the grounds, most of which are hands-on. A sanctuary of woodlands, wetlands, and meadows, the park offers a charming portrait of untouched Indiana-native plant life. Read the rest of this entry »
Take a Closer Look at the 2021 Honda Insight
Drivers who want an eye-catching vehicle with amazing features and fuel efficiency should look no further than the 2021 Honda Insight. This Honda sedan just gets better and better with each model year. This year continues the trend with new standard comfort features and upgraded standard driver-assist systems. Here’s a closer look at what the 2021 Insight brings to the table.
Eye-Catching Style
Automatic LED headlights come with every new Insight along with LED taillights and brake lights. Heated side mirrors with power controls are also standard, and the Touring trim adds integrated LED turn signals and chrome accents. Both the LX and EX trims feature 16-inch alloy wheels while the Touring trim comes with 17-inch wheels. Sleek lines and attention to detail make the 2021 Honda Insight hard to miss.
3 Excellent Asian Restaurants in Indianapolis
Indianapolis, Indiana is a great city for food lovers. Cuisines from different cultures are found right in the city, including several Asian cultures. You can enjoy Thai, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and other Asian cuisines in some of the city’s most popular restaurants. Here are three of the best places for Asian food in Indianapolis.
Bento Asian Bistro
Bento Asian Bistro on Indiana Avenue is open daily from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. for dining, delivery, and takeout. This is a great place for a relaxing and casual dinner with exceptional food. Bento specialties include sushi, Thai, and Chinese styles. If you’ve never been, the Bento Special dish is a good way to start. It comes with four California rolls, a spring roll, a cheese-filled wonton, and rice or noodles. The orange chicken dish — deep-fried chicken, broccoli, and a sweet orange sauce — is another popular menu item.
Even if you don’t have time for a meal, stop by for a fruit smoothie or bubble tea. A Taiwanese tradition, bubble tea is a sweet drink made with large tapioca pearls that come in many flavors.
Why Anyone Can Love the 2020 Honda Odyssey
Minivans make the best family vehicles, but you don’t have to have a family to love the Honda Odyssey. The Odyssey has an upscale cabin with the tech features you need to stay connected on the road, a powerful engine, and tons of space for all your passengers to spread out. Take a look at the features and equipment that give anyone a reason to love the 2020 Honda Odyssey.
It Has Plenty of Power
Power for the Odyssey comes from a punchy 3.5-liter V-6 that delivers 280 horsepower. It works with Honda’s smooth-shifting 10-speed automatic transmission that now comes with Idle Stop no matter which trim you choose. The Odyssey uses front-wheel drive and provides quick acceleration. Front and rear passengers will appreciate the comfortable ride, and the driver will notice the easy handling and perfectly weighted steering that minimizes body roll even when navigating curvy roads.
4 Dog-Friendly Parks in Indianapolis
Indianapolis is a welcoming city, even when it comes to its four-legged residents and visitors. The area has several parks that encourage people to bring their dogs, along with designated dog parks where you can let your pet run and play with other pooches off-leash. Check out these dog-friendly parks in Indianapolis.
Fort Harrison State Park Dog Park
Fort Harrison Dog Park is a dedicated dog park within the main state park. It has three separate fenced areas, and dogs of all sizes can play in any of the enclosures.
Brigade Landing is the largest play area and covers about 5 acres. It has a pond, a dog beach, and a wooded area where you and your dogs can go exploring. Platoon Run is a 3.6-acre area with large shade trees, a water station, benches, a shelter, and even a fireplace. The Herrin Hill area in the middle of the dog park is mostly open grass. It also has a water station, benches, waste stations, and some shade.
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