GRANDVILLE, Mich.––The bitter cold temperatures, the heavy snow fall and lake effect snow, and ice along the backroads can all make Michigan winters a pain to deal with. Whether you like the winter or not, driving in inclement weather can be scary, and even scarier in a car that's not equipped for it. If you're a Michigander, chances are there are some small steps you took to make dealing with winter driving easier like putting an ice scraper in your car, creating an emergency kit, and maybe even having winter tires put on your vehicle. We're here to help keep you safe on the road, help you deal with winter on the road, and keep your car running well through the cold weather with Winter Car Care and routine auto maintenance tips from RiverTown Honda.


We've got some informative pages on our website that highlight the components on your car necessary to take care of during the winter season because of their safety factor, complete with tips on how to do so and advice that'll help you extend the life of your vehicle! Explore these Winter Car Care pages by clicking the links below and let our team of auto experts at RiverTown Honda know if you have any questions.

Tire Inspection and Installation

Maintaining the health and longevity of your tires consists of inspection, inflation, and rotation. During the winter, these tasks are especially important. If your tires aren't inflated enough, or are lacking in tread wear, they may not be able to provide the traction you need. Check this page out for how to take care of your tires, check out our "should you invest in winter tires?" page for more information that might help with your next tire purchase.

Battery Tests and Replacements 

Although this is a simple part of routine maintenance, this is a critical part to dealing with winter driving. Have you ever gone outside in the morning only to find that your car won't start immediately? It could be because of your battery! Check this page to learn about when to replace your battery and how cold weather affects it.

Brake Inspections

Your brakes are what allow your car to stop - simple as that. Without properly working brakes in snowy and icy conditions, you're putting your safety at risk. There are ways you can ensure they have enough stopping power throughout the year by having inspections done and service as needed. See this page for more information and signs you need brake service.

Oil Changes 

Oil changes are an integral part of routine maintenance year-round, but are especially important in the winter. As the weather gets colder, your car works harder to run. To ensure your engine is running well an oil inspection and regular oil change every 3,000-5,000 miles is necessary. See this page for more oil change tips and schedule your next $24.95 oil change online!

Wiper Blade Replacements

These two rubber blades are responsible for keeping your view of the road clear. This is especially important to your safety this winter because of the snow, ice, and dirty slush that can cloud your windshield. It's also a good idea to have your washer fluid topped off. Learn more about wiper blade replacements and fluid top offs at RiverTown Honda on this page and our routine maintenance pages.


With these Winter Car Care and routine auto maintenance tips, you've got the tools to safely drive through the cold weather season. See our website for more seasonal maintenance tips and schedule your auto service online. Our team at RiverTown Honda is more than happy to help you find the perfect vehicle and take care of it throughout your time of ownership. It's our goal to provide you the best dealership experience of your life!


Give RiverTown Honda a call at (877) 236-9113, or visit us at 4260 Kenowa Ave. Grandville, MI 49418, one mile west of RiverTown Mall.

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GRANDVILLE, Mich.,––If you've ever been to dealerships other than ours, you know it can be intimidating. The pushy sales people, the lack of communication over auto service, and the generally uninviting environment are all dealership stereotypes and unfortunate truths. We want to break down those barriers for you and show you that going into a dealership doesn't have to be that way! It's our goal to provide you the best dealership experience of your life at RiverTown Honda and here's how we do it:

1. The Fun, Bright, & Inviting Environment

From the moment you walk in, you'll know you're a part of our West Michigan Honda family!

2. Our Friendly Team 

From our salespeople to our service technicians, you'll experience friendly and understanding people who want to help get you what you need within your budget.

3. The Expert Service We Provide

No matter the make and model you drive, we can repair it, maintain it, and keep it looking great thanks to our Certified, factory trained technicians.

4. Our Grandville/Grand Rapids/West Michigan Community

We're proud to be involved in the community and to support other organizations, non-profits, and groups.


We know dealership customers, whether they're buying, leasing, or having service done, expect the best. Your vehicle is a big investment and we understand that it's an important part of your life. Through the points mentioned above, we hope to provide you the best dealership experience of your life and we truly mean that! To learn more about the RiverTown Honda experience, visit our website.

Take a moment to look through our staff page to get to know our team, find directions to our dealership, explore information about buying/leasing, discover best routine maintenance practices, schedule your next service appointment and even begin shopping our inventory for your next vehicle online. If you have any questions for us, don't hesitate to contact us or to stop by our dealership in Grandville - just 12 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids off I-196! We look forward to seeing you.

Give RiverTown Honda a call at (877) 236-9113, or visit us at 4260 Kenowa Ave. Grandville, MI 49418, one mile west of RiverTown Mall.

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GRANDVILLE, Mich.,––If you're a current customer of RiverTown Honda, you might understand how different our dealership is from the rest. If you're not, it's important you know that we truly care about your safety on the road and care about your personal time. We offer not only a recently expanded and comprehensive Service Center, but an Express Service Lane, too! At our Express Service Lane, you can arrive with or without an appointment, have services done quickly, and leave in a completely safe and well maintained vehicle. Take a look below to learn what auto services and routine maintenance you can have done in 90 minutes or less at RiverTown Honda, plus get info on why they're important, and when you should have them done!

Oil Changes

If you're a proud car owner, of any make and model, you know that oil changes are something that needs to be done to keep your car running. Why? Oil helps to lubricate your engines components, contains any contaminants that might enter your engine, and takes heat away from the engine. Your oil unfortunately expires, or becomes too thin or too dirty to do its job well. If you let it get too dirty, or don't follow the recommended oil change service schedule, you put your engine and its components at risk for unnecessary wear or damage, which can be costly. To take care of your engine properly, it's important to have your oil changed every 3,000-5,000 miles if you're using conventional or a synthetic blend oil.

Tire Rotations, Replacements, Repairs 

Your tires are one of the most important components to inspect and maintain. Why? Because they're the main contact between your car and the road! They provide friction and grip that's needed to move down the road. Tire rotations should happen about every other oil change to protect your tires from uneven and premature wear and can be done quickly at our Service Center. Replacements and repairs need to happen less frequently, but can also be done in 90 minutes or less at Rivertowm Honda! Our team would be happy to inspect your tires for leaks and wear, fill your tires with the optimal amount of air, repair any punctures or leaks, OR help you choose and purchase a new set of tires when your old tires have become unsafe.

Wiper Blade Replacements & Wiper Fluid Fill-Ups

As simple as they may be to purchase and replace, your wiper blades are a component on your vehicle that have a significant impact on your safety! Your wiper blades, along with your wiper fluid should be able to clear your windshield of any dirt, gunk, or rain, clearly without streaks. So, why is this important to your safety? Your view of the road should be clear and visible all the way around, and having something in the way of that is simply a distraction that can cause you to drift lanes, not see other drivers or pedestrians, etc. At RiverTown Honda, our team would be happy to replace your front and rear wiper blades with quality parts, and fill up your wiper fluid tank so you're equipped to get rid of windshield gunk.

Wheel Alignments

Your wheels can become misaligned overtime from regular road and driving conditions. Things like potholes, curbs, and bumps in the road have the potential to knock your wheels out of alignment. Even if your wheels are minimally out of place, it can cause your car to work harder to move. A misalignment can cause your car to pull to one side when traveling straight, cause uneven tire wear, and can cause your vehicle to run less efficiently. This is a service that should be done about once a year or when you notice symptoms of a misalignment, takes a special machine to do, and can be done fairly quickly at RiverTown Honda!

Air Filter Replacements

During your oil change, we'll be sure to check and replace your air filter as needed! This can help to keep contaminants from the road out of your engine and keep your car running efficiently. Our experienced team can also inspect and replace your cabin air filter at your request. This isn't a service that needs to happen regularly, but is recommended for every 15,000-20,000 miles or about every year. This will help you breathe better in your car, by blocking airborne contaminants like pollen. This is especially important to have done if you live in a highly-populated area, or an area with poor air quality. You can have this service done at our Express Service lane in under 90 minutes at RiverTown Honda.



Did you know that we've serviced over 70% of Honda vehicles in the Grandville and Grand Rapids area?! Check out our reviews online, or ask a neighbor, family member, or friend who's a customer to learn more about what kind of customer service you can expect at our dealership in Grandville. We truly care about our customers and want to help keep them safe on the road beyond the car purchase. See even more routine maintenance services you can have done in 90 minutes or less at RiverTown Honda at the Express Service Lane menu on our website, and schedule your appointment today! Make sure to check out our selection of coupons so you can save even more on auto service.

Give RiverTown Honda a call at (877) 236-9113, or visit us at 4260 Kenowa Ave. Grandville, MI 49418, one mile west of RiverTown Mall.

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GRANDVILLE, Mich.,––There are so many ways you can be appreciated at RiverTown Honda! From the moment you walk into the door, or pull your car up to our Express Service Lane you'll know you're a part of our Honda family. This month, Customer Appreciation Days at RiverTown Honda made a comeback and will be here through the end of July. To make you feel even more appreciated and to make your service experience convenient, we've extended our Express Service offering!

You can now have the following services done same day while you wait:

-Oil and Filter Change
-Synthetic Oil and Filter Change
-Oil Change Rotation Special
-Synthetic Oil Change and Tire Rotation Special
-Wiper Blade Replacement
-Battery Inspection and Replacement
-Air Filter Replacement
-Cabin Filter Replacement
-Headlight Bulb Replacement
-Tire Rotation
-Tire Balance
-Tire Rotation and Balance Special
-Tire Replacement and Balance Special
-Tire Repairs
-4-Wheel Alignment
-Transmission Service
-Rear Differential Service
-Various Car Cleaning Services


All of the services above can be done in 90 minutes or less! Please see our full Express Service Lane Menu for pricing and details. Now you can bring your car into RiverTown Honda and have it ready for all your Summer adventures in under 90 minutes while you wait! It may seem like a long stretch, but don't worry. Our comfy customer lounge has everything you need: free wifi, comfy chairs, a big screen tv, plenty of reading material, free popcorn and coffee, a special area for kids, and a bright and fun showroom to look through. If you're a parent of little ones, you can feel confident in bringing them with you to RiverTown Honda. With the big mylar balloon handouts to our friendly team and kids area, we know they'll have a blast!

You can save big by getting our lowest prices everyday, and even more by utilizing our coupon offers. You'll also be pleased to know that you don't have to make an appointment to have your car serviced at our Express Service Lane! You can stop by at your convenience during our business hours. We're located 12 minutes from Downtown Grand Rapids, and just around the corner from RiverTown Crossings Mall, off I-196 in Grandville. We'd be so happy to help you and your family take care of your car this season, so please stop by during our Customer Appreciation Days at RiverTown Honda.

Give RiverTown Honda a call at (877) 236-9113, or visit us at 4260 Kenowa Ave. Grandville, MI 49418, one mile west of RiverTown Mall.

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GRANDVILLE, Mich.––At RiverTown Honda, we know that finding a great deal is important when it comes to auto service, auto parts, and cay buying. We work hard to bring our customers in West Michigan an affordable and competitively priced service menu, along with many great offers for new Hondas. While you might find a deal in itself by having your car serviced at RiverTown Honda, we've got some more tips on ways to save money. Here's a few pointers on how RiverTown Honda can help you save on auto service and parts throughout the year!

1. Consult Our Team of Service Experts 

The auto experts in our Service Center are certified and able to work on any make and model, including your beloved Honda! If you think you need a specific auto service, or are having an issue with your vehicle, let us know. Unfortunately there are auto shops, even in West Michigan, that can perform service on your vehicle that you don't need. At RiverTown Honda, we'll take a look at your vehicle's health as a whole and recommend only the service you really need! Not to mention we'll also provide you various parts options so you can decide where you want to save. We'd also be happy to help you create a routine maintenance schedule.

2. Keep Up with Routine Maintenance

While it may seem counterintuitive, spending money on your car consistently throughout the year on things like oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections can help you SAVE in the long run. Keep up with routine maintenance will help you avoid larger repairs that can come from neglect and help you stay safe on the road. Just like many things, consistency is key with routine maintenance. You can map out a routine maintenance schedule and budget for it ahead of time. In fact, your HondaLink system can help keep you up to date on your car's performance and maintenance needs, too.

3. Utilize Our Service Coupons!

Did you know we offer a wide variety of service and parts coupons that can help you save? All you have to do to save on things like winterization services, Weather Tech floor mats, oil changes, tire rotations, battery installations, and more is head over to our website. On our coupons page, simply select the coupons you want to use, enter your information, and check your email shortly after where you'll receive the valid coupons to use at the time of your service.

Now through Feb. 5th you can tackle some serious savings with our football season coupons, including exclusive Facebook Friday deals! Make sure to stay tuned to our coupons page, as the offers are always changing, and ask our Service team for more information on how you can save. At RiverTown Honda we want to help you save on auto service and parts, and provide you the best dealership experience of your life - we mean it!

Give RiverTown Honda a call at (877) 236-9113, or visit us at 4260 Kenowa Ave. Grandville, MI 49418, one mile west of RiverTown Mall.

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If you think that your A/C isn't running as good as it should - it could be that your Cabin Air Filter is CLOGGED. Easy fix....

          The Cabin Air Filter could be effecting how the Air Conditioner unit in your vehicle is working. I had no idea, but it makes sense that if the filter is clogged the A/C unit can not cool as well as it should. The filtration system operates on the same