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2026 Honda CR-V vs. 2026 Toyota RAV4: Why the CR-V is the Ultimate Choice for Yorkton Drivers Choosing the right SUV for Saskatchewan winters and summer road trips is an important decision. At Royal Honda, we want to ensure you have the best information to make a confident choice. While the Toyota RAV4 has long been a strong competitor, the 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid raises the bar in safety, performance,...

Honda CR-V Maintenance Schedule Canada: What Owners Need to Know If you own a Honda CR‑V, keeping up with regular maintenance is the best way to ensure reliability, fuel efficiency, and long-term value. The CR-V is known across Canada for its durability, but like any vehicle, routine servicing is essential--especially with Saskatchewan's extreme winters and seasonal driving conditions....

Winter Battery Replacement: Why Car Batteries Die in Saskatchewan Winters By Royal Honda Yorkton If you live in Yorkton or anywhere in the Parkland area, you already know winter isn't just cold -- it's extreme. Temperatures regularly drop below -30°C, and those deep freezes can take a serious toll on your vehicle's battery. At Royal Honda, winter battery replacement is one of the...

Hybrid Isn't Electric -- Let's Clear That Up At Royal Honda, we often hear the same question from drivers across Saskatchewan: "Is a Hybrid basically an electric vehicle?" The short answer? No. And understanding the difference could save you money -- while giving you the best of both worlds. Let's break it down and explain why a Honda Hybrid might be the perfect fit for...

Why Buy A Honda? When shopping for a vehicle, the lowest sticker price isn't always the best deal. While brands like Hyundai, Kia, and Nissan compete on pricing, Honda Canada positions itself as a premium brand. When comparing Honda to Hyundai, Kia, and Nissan, one of the biggest differentiators is Honda's unwavering focus on quality, safety, and long-term value. Honda is known for precision-engineered...

Leasing a new Honda vehicle at Royal Honda Leasing a car is a great option if you want lower monthly payments, minimal maintenance costs, and the flexibility to drive a newer vehicle every few years. You only pay for the portion of the vehicle you use, not the full purchase price, and most leases stay within the manufacturer's warranty, making costs predictable and hassle-free.   Lower Monthly...

What is Shop Material on my Service Bill? Are you wondering what "Shop Material" refers to on your service bill? If yes, the list below shows the products that are necessary to charge to our clients. These products are bought in bulk quantity by our dealership, and we only charge a minimal amount per repair service in proportion to the small portion used of a complete bulk item. This method...

Royal Drive 4 Habitat 2018 On August 25, 2018, the Royal Auto Group and Habitat for Humanity Yorkton collaborated for a test drive event. This test drive event was created to raise money for Habitat for Humanity Yorkton. For every test drive that took place the Royal Auto Group donated $10 to Habitat for Humanity Yorkton. Habitat for Humanity also had a barbeque set up to raise additional funds. We...

Why Our Sales Staff Isn't On Commission August 13th, 2018 Many of us associate car buying with a high-pressure environment, confusing bartering and the anxiety of dealing with salespeople who are only concerned with hitting their commission targets for the month. In fact, many would prefer to do their research online and know the price listed is what they pay.  A commission-based approach...

This video shows how the Ridgeline's standard (unprotected) composite bed stands up to a 26 lb. steel toolbox dropped from the edge of the bed. Is it up to the challenge?

Honda has just pulled the wraps off the all-new 2017 Honda CR-V. It is completely redesigned featuring new options not previously available: New styling with a longer wheelbase, wide fenders and shorter overhangs for an athletic appearance Turbocharged engine for more power and better fuel economy Honda Sensing on EX and higher trims New Display Audio featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto More premium...

Official Vehicle of the NHL November 20th, 2017 Honda is the official vehicle of the NHL, continuing their multi-year partnership. With the Honda sponsored All-Star Game coming on January 30th we thought we would share some video by GoPro and the NHL to warm you up today. Check it out:

North American Car of the Year July 17th, 2016 The All-New Civic has just come off the award for the North American car of the Year at the North American International Auto Show and is also the winner of the AJAC car of the year. The term 'All-New' gets thrown about in the auto industry but the 2016 Civic Sedan is a clean sheet design. From the ground up every aspect of the vehicle was redesigned....

Honda to Compete in 2016 Red Bull Global Rallycross Series Today Honda unveiled the new racing livery for its Civic Red Bull Global Rallycross racecar, announcing plans to campaign the all-new turbocharged 2016 Civic Coupe in the 2016 series in partnership with Red Bull and championship-winning race team Olsbergs MSE. The Honda Civic Red Bull GRC team will begin racing on May 21 in Phoenix at the first...

The 15th Honda Civic Tour being headlined by Demi Lovato & Nick Jonas. May 24th, 2016 Multi-platinum selling music artists, Demi Lovato & Nick Jonas, appeared at the Honda Press Preview event during New York Auto Show week today to announce they are headlining the 2016 Honda Civic Tour. The Honda Civic Tour Featuring Demi Lovato & Nick Jonas: Future Now. As with past tours the artists...

With everything new on the 2016 Honda Civic, enthusiasts were relieved to learn that the manual transmission was not something left on the design floor. Currently available on the Civic Coupe LX and the Civic Sedan LX and DX, a 6 speed manual transmission will satisfy your heel and toe shifting needs. Expect the manual to be available on the upcoming Honda Civic Hatchback, Si and of course the Type...

This is something you have all been patiently waiting for. Honda has announced a refresh for the 2019 Honda Civic and it feels like a long wait since the debut of the 10th generation Civic back in late 2015. Of course, not all the models hit the showroom floors at the same time. The long-awaited hatchback, iconic Si, and the legendary Civic Type R arrived on dealer lots a couple of years later. Fast...

If you are a Honda fan, you might be familiar with how Honda does a refresh on their models after a couple years of being in production. A refreshed model hit our lot here in Yorkton, Saskatchewan recently, and it has big changes. The refreshed 2019 Honda Pilot is here, folks! In this post we are going to cover all the differences made to the Canadian model for 2019. Starting with the vehicle exterior,...

It is always exciting to look at new vehicle redesigns that come out year after year. The 2019 Honda HR-V redesign does not disappoint and will be a healthy competitor in the market. The HR-V was released in 2015 and has been a great vehicle in the few years it has been out but, now it gets the redesign that it deserves. Starting with the exterior there are noticeable changes which are not subtle at...

You may have heard us say that we certify our pre-owned vehicles on our lot, but what exactly does that mean for you? In this blog post, we will go over everything that is included in a Royal Certified Used Vehicle. There is more to it than you may expect, and therefore our pre-owned inventory is like no other. When a vehicle comes in on trade, we make sure that the vehicle is more than safe to drive...

Royal Honda and the Yorkton United Football Club partnered up for a great cause. The partnership began in late 2017 and continued until September 2018. The YUFC wanted to raise funds towards building a new indoor soccer or football arena. Club membership is growing rapidly in Yorkton and the surrounding area, and it was only a matter of time before the need for an indoor arena became apparent. The...

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