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In movies, like Batman for example, when an ordinary citizen decides to fight crime and do what others wouldn't dare to do, some define him as a hero while others call his activities criminal. This video presents a similar scenario, in which a mysterious motorcycle lady catches litterers in the act and throws trash back in their faces. Read more for details and check out the video.

Valley temperatures may finally be on the decline, but an upcoming Chile Pepper Festival is going to heat things up on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2014! If you love the savory, hot and spicy flavors of chile peppers, don't skip next weekend's festival at Phoenix Public Market. Free to enter and full of fun chile-themed activities, the annual event will offer free salsa dancing lessons, a Chiles & Tchotchkes Market, live music, kid's activities, a wild Ghost Pepper Talent Show and much, much more. Read more for details.

A new era of safety is just around the corner and Honda is leading the way. A collision-free world is the ultimate goal of Honda's "Safety for Everyone" concept, and the company's latest V2V (vehicle-to-vehicle) technologies are spearheading efforts to enhance safety for motorists and pedestrians. One of the latest technologies to spawn from this project is an industry-first Virtual Tow feature. When you find out what it can do, you'll feel like you've stepped into a science fiction novel.

On Aug. 4-8, Honda held a Summer Cheerance campaign that spread smiles to over three million people! The five-day event incorporated real-world stunts, an exclusive Pandora channel with happy tunes and 60-second comedy bits, special GIFs, memes and numerous YouTube videos, including one from YouTube star Andrew Hales! Read more for details and see videos from the campaign now!

Bell Honda would like to graciously thank everyone who participated in last month's Zero Hour Sales Event, which benefited the Phoenix Children's Hospital. With your help, we were able to donate $100 for every car sold to PCH, and by the end of the event we raised over $41K, beating out last year's total of $37,600!

Five Honda models have been recognized by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety on their first-ever recommended used cars for teens list. Compiled to help parents choose safe cars for their new teen drivers, the list praises models equipped with exceptional safety technologies such as the Honda Accord, Element, CR-V, Pilot and Odyssey. Known as the most durable, long-lasting brand in its class, Honda offers high-quality pre-owned cars that are great for teenagers and first-time drivers.

A new in-car system featuring smartphone integration will be making its debut in select Honda models for the 2015 model year. An innovative in-car technology, the system gives drivers and passengers the ability to access a variety of smartphone apps and features using the car's dash display. Honda's seamless integration of the smartphone's abilities into the car will make it easier for drivers to utilize their phone's functions, eliminating distractions and enhancing the driving experience.

Bell Honda is a proud supporter of Phoenix Children's Hospital, and as a part of our Zero Hour Sales Event, we have decided to donate $100 for every car sold to the nationally ranked hospital. Last year, during our initial effort to raise funds for Phoenix Children's Hospital, we were able to accumulate a total of $37,600, and this year we hope to exceed that number.

Honda has been committed to developing cars that feature components aimed at reducing pedestrian injuries for years as a part of their "Safety for Everyone Approach," and just recently, they received a great honor for their efforts. The Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety named Honda a "Highway Safety Hero," along with select state officials, former/current members of Congress and citizen activists.