In the 2027 Honda HR-V vs. Subaru Crosstrek matchup, the HR-V gives you more cargo room, more rear legroom and a standard 9-inch touchscreen. The Crosstrek counters with standard full-time AWD and more ground clearance, and the Crosstrek Hybrid leads on fuel economy. Here is how those differences play out for a driver in Marion….
Southern Illinois has more water than most paddlers realize, and a lot of it sits within a short drive of Marion. Between reservoirs carved out decades ago and a cypress swamp that predates the state itself, there’s enough variety here to fill a season of weekend trips. Four spots near Marion cover just about every…
Hitting 100,000 miles on a Honda used to mean the vehicle was on borrowed time. These days, a well-cared-for Civic, Accord, or CR-V can push toward 200,000 miles without much drama. Still, that 100,000-mile mark calls for a deeper look under the hood than your typical oil change. We put together this checklist to help…
If you’re driving Route 13 or merging onto I-57 every day, the powertrain under your hood shapes your daily drive more than a brochure spec sheet will tell you. The 2027 Honda CR-V lineup gives Southern Illinois drivers two distinct ways to get to work, and picking between the standard gas engine and the CR-V…
Marion, IL has grown into the largest retail trade center in Southern Illinois, sitting right at the crossroads of Interstate 57 and Illinois Route 13. As the county seat of Williamson County with a population of 16,855, Marion draws people from surrounding towns for shopping, dining, and increasingly, fitness. Whether you’re new to the area…
If you’re weighing a Honda hybrid against a gas model for your next vehicle, the honest answer depends less on the badge and more on how you actually drive. Rural highways, hilly terrain around Carbondale, and cold winters all change the math compared to a flat, urban commute. Before you decide, it’s worth browsing our…
Marion, Illinois, sits right at the heart of Southern Illinois, surrounded by forests and wetlands that most people in the Midwest don’t even know exist. Maybe you’re after a peaceful lunch-break stroll. Maybe you want rugged terrain and a real workout. Either way, the trails near Marion have something worth lacing up your shoes for….
Buying a used car can feel like rolling the dice. You’re left wondering about the vehicle’s past, whether the previous owner actually kept up with maintenance, and what happens if something goes wrong two weeks after you drive off the lot. Honda built its Certified Pre-Owned program, HondaTrue, to remove that guesswork. If you want…
Picking between two great hybrids from the same brand is harder than it sounds. The 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid and Accord Hybrid sit side by side in Honda’s lineup, sharing the same hybrid DNA but built for different kinds of drivers. The CR-V Hybrid gives you SUV versatility and room to grow into, while the…
The 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport is built for drivers who want real trail capability without giving up daily comfort. At Ike Honda, we talk to a lot of Southern Illinois campers and weekend explorers who need something that can tackle a rutted forest two-track one day and handle the school run the next. This guide…
