Honda is targeting used vehicle shoppers with its certified pre-owned programs know as HondaTrue Used and Acura Precision Used, which Car and Driver said aims to get both first-time buyers and used-car shoppers “into their dealerships and away from online sellers.” “The companies hope to capture a customer group that has been forced into older models but would still rather have the added peace of mind that makes CPO vehicles attractive,” said C&D. (Source: Car and Driver) Read the original article
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