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Does the 2020 Honda Ridgeline Have a Magic Seat®?

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How to Adjust the 2020 Honda Ridgeline Rear Seat 

If you are familiar with the Honda family of vehicles and some of the standout features that the Honda brand offers, you may have heard of the Magic Seat®. This innovative rear-row seating system allows drivers to customize their cabins to fit a variety of items for all of their cargo needs. Now, you may be wondering if the 2020 Honda Ridgeline has a Magic Seat®. While the Ridgeline does not come equipped with this specific feature, it does offer a highly versatile 60/40 Split Lift-Up Rear Seat, which provides many of the same conveniences. Keep reading to learn how you can adjust the 2020 Honda Ridgeline rear seat and make the most of its adaptable interior.

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Tips and Tricks for Drying Out Vehicle After It Rains

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How to Dry Your Car Interior After Rain Gets In

Leaving your car windows down during a rainstorm can lead to wet seats, soaked carpets, and unpleasant odors. Excess moisture inside your car can cause mold and mildew, making it essential to dry your interior quickly. If you’re searching for the best ways to dry your car interior after rain, you’re in the right place. Follow these simple steps to remove water, prevent mildew, and keep your car fresh. Join us in this blog by Battison Honda as we take a look at how to dry your car interior after rain gets in. Keep reading to learn more!

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How to Keep Your Vehicle Germ-Free

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Top Tips for Sanitizing Your Vehicle’s Cabin 

As the worries of illness surround us, the time is now to start disinfecting and sanitizing commonly touched surfaces and items. One area of our lives that may pass over our heads when it comes to cleaning is our vehicles. Have you ever really scrubbed and disinfected your vehicle? Many of us haven’t and our cars can quickly become breeding grounds for germs and illness. Here are our top tips for sanitizing your vehicle’s cabin to help keep it germ-free. 

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Is There an Order to Follow for Detailing a Car?

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Step-By-Step Car Detailing Video Guide 

Have you been wanting to give your car a full detail but don’t really know where to start? The detailing process can be intimidating, especially with so many different steps and components involved. We at Battison Honda came across a video made by Chemical Guys on YouTube where they break down the ideal steps to follow when detailing a vehicle. Check out their step-by-step car detailing video below!  

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Does Oklahoma Require Emissions Testing?

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Vehicle Emissions Tests and Oklahoma City Requirements

Many states throughout the United States have unique laws and requirements surrounding vehicle emissions testing. Some states require yearly testing, while others require testing only in certain areas, and other states don’t require any testing at all. So, does Oklahoma require emissions testing? Keep reading this guide on vehicle emissions tests and Oklahoma City requirements to find out.   Read the rest of this entry >>

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What Emergency Items Should I Keep in My Vehicle’s Roadside Kit?

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Top 15 Items to Pack In Your DIY Emergency Roadside Kit

Have you ever worried about running into a roadside emergency while traveling on the road? Are you prepared for a wide range of emergencies? Having an emergency roadside kit in your vehicle can help you stay prepared for anything that comes your way while out on the road. But what emergency items should you keep in your vehicle’s roadside kit? This guide from Battison Honda is here to help. Keep reading to see what the top 15 items you should pack in your DIY emergency roadside kit are. Read the rest of this entry >>

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How To Install a Car Seat and Where to Get it Checked Near Oklahoma City

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Where Can I Get My Car Seat Installation Checked Around Oklahoma City?

Ensuring that your child’s car seat is installed properly is a crucial step to keeping your child safe while on the road. With so many different types and sizes of car seats available on the market today, it can be easy to second guess your installation method. Luckily for parents and caretakers in the Oklahoma City area, local fire departments, hospitals, and other public safety offices offer free installation checks and lessons. In this guide from Battison Honda, you will find a video, courtesy of the BabyCenter YouTube channel, that provides step-by-step car seat installation instructions. After the video, you’ll find a list of local places around Oklahoma City that offer car seat installation check appointments that help ensure your child is kept safe and secure while your family is out on the road. Keep reading to find out where you can get your car set installation checked around the Oklahoma City area. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Put your phone down before you hit the road

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How much is the distracted driving fine in Oklahoma?

We are just a few days away from Thanksgiving and the roads will be filled with more vehicles than normal. This uptick in traffic will make paying attention while driving even more important. The Battison Honda product experts working in the showroom want to make sure that everyone has a safe holiday. If you’re normally the type of driver who has picked up some bad habits along the way, we thought it would be helpful to remind you how much the distracted driving fine is in Oklahoma. We understand that your phone is a primary source for listening to music or podcasts as well as navigation, but there are some ways to use this technology without running afoul of the law. Let’s take a look at some things you should know. Read the rest of this entry >>