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by Casa Honda It’s January in Alamogordo, and it’s the season to take advantage of the chill in the air for a little recreation on the slopes. We’re fortunate here to be nearby the Sacramento Mountains to the east and the Black Range a little further to the west. That means there are a number of convenient, easy-to-reach destinations for a ski vacation from town. Let’s take a look at some of the ski resorts you can visit this winter! more Ski Cloudcroft It’s just about a half-hour drive to reach Ski Cloudcroft, no sweat for a fuel-efficient Honda SUV and the whole family. Ski Cloudcroft offers a full range of winter fun on its 25 trails. If you don’t have your own gear, you have the option to rent, and if you’re not exactly a pro on the slopes, a ski school is available to get you up to speed. Ski Cloudcroft is known for its tubing and snowboarding as well as classic skiing. Tubing is a great option if you want to experience a thrill without having to hit ski school beforehand, as no experience is necessary. Ski Apache Ski Apache is a little further north, but well worth the drive, especially in a Honda from Casa Honda. Situated on Sierra Blanca Mountain, it has over 750 skiable acres of terrain broken down into 55 runs and trails. Most are intermediate difficulty, but beginner and expert runs are available as well to suit your skills rentals and ski schools are also ready to accommodate depending on your equipment and skill level. Sunrise Park Resort Great for a weekend trip, Sunrise Park Resort is located just across the state line in Arizona. It is one of the biggest in Arizona, offering 67 trails from beginner to double black diamond. If you’re looking for something a little different in your gravity-assisted downhill winter transportation methods, consider the snow bike. This ski-based bike is a fun way to test out the slopes and can be rented on-site along with more classic options. Looking forward to a ski vacation? Let us know on Facebook! If you need a new car, truck, or SUV for the family to make it to the mountain, visit us at Casa Honda! We’re your source in Otero County, Las Cruces, and southern New Mexico for a new Honda or a great used car! Our full-service dealership can get you financed and keep you on the road with top-quality auto maintenance and repair! We’ll show you why we’re the Home of the Nice Guys in Alamogordo.

by Casa Honda When you think hatchback, the image of a convenient way to pack groceries into your car may be the only thing that springs to mind. The Honda Civic Type R is here to change your impression of the hatchback, and you can bring one home in Alamogordo when you visit Casa Honda! Find out why this new Civic is the performance machine you’re looking for to spice up your next trip to the local Albertsons. more How much spice? The Civic Type R is the most powerful and highest-performing Honda production vehicle ever sold in America. With power enough for the racetrack, it’s got the strength to space for your next commute down 54. The sporty performance will make your next trip to visit friends in Las Cruces an exhilarating experience. What gives it that power? A turbocharged and intercooled 2.0-liter VTEC ® engine that delivers 315 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. The sleek styling provides not only an eye-catching look but aerodynamic performance. The front grille is 48% larger than the previous generation Civic Type R, which helps enhance engine cooling and simultaneously minimize air resistance. On the other end, the new rear spoiler and diffuser help to increase downforce and control air resistance, helping you hug the road. You’ll do it all on lightweight 19-inch matte-black aluminum alloy wheels. Inside you’ll find a comfortable interior tailored to the driving experience with technology to match. The Honda LogR® datalogger monitors performance in real-time, showing critical information while you drive. Pair it with the app on your smartphone and see your data on the go and compare it with over drivers. It’s displayed on the big 9’’ color touchscreen that is compatible with your favorite Apple or Android devices. With wireless charging, you’ll stay ready to go when you arrive in your Type R. Are you excited to take a test drive of the 2023 Civic Type R? Let us know on Facebook! If you want to know more about this powerful member of the Civic family, see us at Casa Honda! We’re your destination in Alamogordo for new or certified pre-owned Honda. We serve Otero County and beyond with custom factory orders and great deals for your trade! Our casa es su casa at Casa Honda, Home of the Nice Guys!

by Casa Honda November is here and that means the holidays are on the way. As Christmas music is no doubt already playing, it’s time to think about some fun holiday activities that don’t involve staying at home. There are lots of holiday events around town this year, and Casa Honda is excited to share some of the ones we’re hoping to attend. If you need a fresh family ride to get everyone to your next holiday event or to grandma’s house, visit us at Casa Honda for a great selection of new and used cars, SUVs and trucks! more Christmas on Main Street Alamogordo MainStreet presents Christmas on MainStreet, which this year will be the 800 to 1100 blocks of New York Ave. The festivities start at 4 PM on Dec 3rd and last until 9 PM. Enjoy music from local choirs, fresh hot cocoa, and cider, and fill up with food from local vendors. Enter the 4th Annual Ugly Sweater Contest, or, if you’re shy and your pet is not, the 2nd Christmas Pet Costume Contest. Christmas Tree Lighting The annual tradition will continue in 2022. Be there at Washington Park Stage, Friday, December 9th to welcome in the season with Alamogordo’s official Christmas Tree Lighting. The event is free and open to the public, and kid-friendly, of course. Come join your neighbors to get the Christmas celebrations officially underway (even if the Christmas music has been playing since Nov 1st.) Christmas Zoobilee The Alameda Park Zoo presents Christmas Zoobilee once again in 2022. The fun begins at 6 PM on December 17th. The zoo stays open late for the event, which ends at 9 PM. Enjoy the Christmas lights and decorations, local food vendors, and all your favorite zoo animals! It’s a great destination for kids who love Christmas and animals, and that’s probably most of them. Last year the entry fee was only 1 dollar or a canned good, and will probably be similar this year, so it’s a great value for the whole family. What are your plans for Christmas in Alamogordo this year? If you need a new car, truck, or SUV for the family to get there, visit us at Casa Honda! We’re your source in Otero County, Las Cruces, and southern New Mexico for a new Honda or a great used car! Our full-service dealership can get you financed and keep you on the road with top-quality auto maintenance and repair! We’ll show you why we’re the Home of the Nice Guys in Alamogordo.

by Casa Honda Getting started in the morning can be tough, and there’s nothing that enhances the morning better than a little caffeinated recharge. We love our morning cup of coffee at Casa Honda too, and we decided to share our favorite local coffee destinations. If you need to get to your favorite coffee shop visit us here at Casa Honda for a great new Honda or reliable used car. Get on the road and check out these local coffee shops. more Mad Coffee on 10th Mad Coffee on 10th serves up great coffee in a unique atmosphere. The decorations are almost as good as the coffee, and the coffee keeps us coming back. There is pretty much everything a coffee lover will need, along with a sweet selection of alternatives like smoothies and juices. We like the 24 oz iced coffee because there’s a lot and there’s no waiting to cool down. You can get frappes of most flavors, and there’s a nice selection of syrups to boost your favorite blend. You can even pick up a nice bowl for breakfast or a tasty sandwich with lunch. Plateau Espresso Plateau Espresso is a great stop on the way to work for that caffeinated treat you’re craving without leaving your Honda. The drive-through is just foam on the latte, and the latte is very good. The menu of signature drinks is truly impressive. Everyone has a favorite, and the best part is working your way through the menu to try them all. We recommend the namesake Plateau, which had vanilla and drizzled caramel, and the New Mexico Paradise, a caramel, chocolate, and hazelnut combination. There’s a wonderful selection of panini’s if you skipped breakfast or you can just grab a bagel and go. Waffle & Pancake Shoppe Sometimes you need a hearty breakfast with your coffee, and the Waffle & Pancake Shoppe delivers the goods. The coffee is good, and there’s a lot more to pair it with, including big helpings of the same waffles and pancakes that are right there in the name. You can get them with sausages, bacon, or eggs. If you’re having trouble deciding there is always George’s 24th Century Big Breakfast Sampler, a meal as large as its name, which includes eggs, toast, hash browns, bacon, sausage patties, and links, and a half slice of ham. This is one of our favorite places to fill up before work. What are your favorite breakfast destinations around town? Let us know on Facebook! If you need to swing by and pick up your favorite morning meal, see us at Casa Honda and get there in style with a new or certified pre-owned Honda. We serve Otero County and beyond with custom factory orders and great deals for your trade! Our casa es su casa at Casa Honda, Home of the Nice Guys!

Looking for Desert Sun Honda? You’ve found us! We are now Casa Honda, and we’re excited to reintroduce you to your destination in Alamogordo for a new Honda or great pre-owned vehicle. You’ll find the same friendly faces you know here, ready to get you into one of our great Civics, CR-Vs, Ridgelines, or any great new Honda. We’ll help you with a custom order, get you financed, and provide you with the top-notch service you expect, all here in Alamogordo at Casa Honda! more Who is the Casa Auto Group? We’d like you to get to know us better. Casa has a long tradition of serving our neighbors in El Paso, and we’re excited to bring that tradition to Alamogordo. Casa began in 1969, under the stewardship of Wally Lownfield. Wally lived in El Paso all his life, went to El Paso High, and eventually attended UTEP. He served in the Navy during World War II and returned home to graduate and become a successful entrepreneur. That lead to the purchase of El Paso Ford in 1969, which was renamed Casa Ford and is still going strong today. Casa grew with the addition of what would become Casa Nissan about ten years later. During Wally Lowenfield’s time at the helm, he served on the National Dealer Council for Ford Motor Company, and eventually became Chairman. Today, his descendants keep up the traditions Wally started, growing the Casa Auto Group in El Paso to four dealerships which include Casa Kia and Casa Buick GMC, along with the original Casa Ford and Casa Nissan. These dealerships have been repeatedly recognized by their OEMs for their excellence in serving the El Paso community. The Casa Auto Group is active in El Paso with a number of community organizations, and we plan to continue this tradition in Alamogordo. Casa Honda is Ready to Serve Alamogordo! Now that you know a little more about your new neighbors, we can’t wait to get to know more about you. Come visit us here at Casa Honda! You’ll recognize the same friendly faces ready to greet you. The Lowenfield family is happy to welcome you to our store. We’re your source in Otero County, Las Cruces, and southern New Mexico for a new Honda or a great used car! You’ll see why El Paso knows that Casa is the Home of the Nice Guys, and we’re excited to show our new friends in Alamogordo too!