This means Honda of Wesley Chapel is giving you a rare opportunity to drive a brand new 34 MPG Honda Civic for just $69 a month*. Plus, as advertised, every new Honda in stock will also be available with $0 down**.

At prices like these, selection will go fast and these offers will only last for a limited time. Take advantage of our mistake and drive home in a brand new Honda with $0 down** today!

Thank you,

George Ernst
President, Honda of Wesley Chapel

*$69 per month for the first 3 months then assume regular payment schedule based on vehicle selection, credit standing and length of term. All offers with approved credit.**With approved credit.

Honda - playing the same future games that everybody in the business does - decided awhile back that a big chunk of buyers would be pining about now for an Accord-size vehicle that was handier than a sedan and sportier than a mainstream crossover-utility vehicle.

Those would be, Honda speculated, folks beginning a family or folks whose kids have flown. Crosstour is intended to be their new best friend.

You’re forgiven if you can’t quite place the type of vehicle. Is it a coupe-ish, utility-ish, what-ish … ?

No. It’s a hatchback. Period.

It sits 2 inches higher off the ground than the Accord sedan on which it’s based, for foul-weather and bad-road ground clearance, and it offers very basic all-wheel drive as an option.

It is what in the European market is called a five-door - a four-door sedan with a hatch making the fifth door. You can say the same about the BMW X6 or Honda’s Acura ZDX. Remarkable, really, that after years of hatch rejection, the industry’s inching back toward what’s always been the best, most practical way to configure a sedan.

Besides the obvious - a sharply sloping roofline - Crosstour differs from the Accord sedan several ways: beefier grille, nifty blue instrument pointer lighting, 299 to 487 more pounds than similar Accord sedans, 2 inches wider than the sedan outside (though, strangely, an inch or so less inside). And it’s the only Accord to offer AWD.

The hatch is handier than a trunk, and space behind Crosstour’s back seat is twice that of an Accord sedan trunk.

Honda’s brought its best cargo-consciousness to the stowage area. Under-floor bins ape the feature in the Honda Ridgeline pickup. A big removable and washable center bin is flanked by two smaller ones. The covers of all three tubs can be reversed, offering carpet or a durable hard-plastic surface.

The all-wheel drive, which Honda calls Real Time, is like that on its Element and CR-V small SUVs. Mainly a front-drive system, it transfers some power to the back wheels when, and only when, the fronts slip, Honda says.

Yes, the Honda setup responds quickly. But AWD almost always provides better stability and security if it anticipates and can power all the wheels a moment before they lose traction, rather than a moment after. The system is lighter and cheaper than smarter AWD setups, so it’s easy to see why Honda chose it. And it worked fine in very wet weather. No winter roads were available for severe weather testing.

But how’s the darn thing drive? That’s the point, isn’t it?

Yes, it is. And it drives great:

• It had one of the best blends of ride comfort and bump-taming found in any test car for years. It was quite at home on a tight S corner that’s part of the Test Drive routine, taken as fast as traffic and bravery will allow. That was surprising. Extra weight usually degrades handling.

Crosstour swallowed almost without acknowledgment hefty drainage channels, also taken briskly, that populate other parts of the Test Drive route.

Steering was a commendable combo of straight-ahead finesse and quick-turning response. Brakes felt above average.

• Seats were extremely comfortable, allowing good retraction of the lumbar support and, in the testers, providing inviting leather surfaces.

In back, the tape measure says head and legroom are about even with the sedan, but it nevertheless felt tight for a leggy adult back there.

• Optional navigation system was aggravatingly slow to load and signal its readiness, but a peach otherwise. It could be used while underway (always and only by a passenger, you understand, for safety). Spelling the names of streets or points of interest was fast because of how the dial and the alphabet display are set up.
• The 3.5-liter V-6, same as available in the Accord sedan and the only engine offered for the Crosstour, ran like a champ, making nice noises doing so. Crosstour’s extra weight dampened the yee-haw index when applying wide-open throttle.

The five-speed automatic shifted briskly and smoothly.

• Details were a mix. Old-school parking brake sat right there against the center tunnel. No monkeying with an electronic faux brake device to save console space. But Crosstour didn’t want for cubbies and bins on the console.

Fuel-filler door latch down by the floor is gone. Now you just push the fuel door and it pops open, as on most vehicles. If the car is locked, so is the gas flap, so you’re no more vulnerable than before if fuel goes back to $4 a gallon and siphonistas are on the prowl.

No blind-spot warning blinkers in the outside mirrors - and that was good. Kept the driver more attentive to surrounding traffic. Rearview camera provided a crisp image in the navi screen when backing.

By whatever alchemy, Honda’s made the Crosstour such a delight that other Accords, and rival sedans, seem pale.

HONDA ACCORD CROSSTOUR

• What? A high-riding hatchback version of the Accord sedan for those who want a hint of SUV and a bushel of utility in their sedans. Available with front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD).
• When? On sale since Nov. 20.
• Where? Made at East Liberty, Ohio.
• Why? Fill a gap that Honda perceived between Accord sedan and Pilot SUV.
• How much? Pricey. EX FWD starts at $30,380 including $710 shipping. EX-L (leather), the lowest-price AWD, is $34,710. Loaded test car, AWD EX-L with navigation, was $36,930.
• How powerful? 3.5-liter V-6 rated 271 horsepower at 6,200 rpm, 254 pounds-feet of torque at 5,000; five-speed automatic transmission.
• How big? Inches its way into full size: 196.8 inches long, 65.7 in. tall (including 4-in. antenna), 74.7 in. wide on a 110.1-in. wheelbase. Weighs 3,857 to 4,070 lbs. Turning circle diameter: 40.2 ft.

Passenger space: 101.4 cubic feet (100.8 cu. ft., AWD). Cargo: 25.7 cu. ft. behind rear seat, 51.3 cu. ft. when seat’s folded.

Tows 1,500 lbs.

• How thirsty? Rated 18 mpg in town, 27 mpg on the highway, 21 in combined driving (FWD), 17/25/20 (AWD). Trip computer in AWD tester showed 17.1 mpg (5.75 gallons per 100 miles) in suburban use, FWD tester showed 18.7 mpg (5.35 gal./100) in mostly city use.

Burns regular, holds 18.5 gallons.

• Overall:Feels just right.

Source: [USA Today]

Recognizing Honda’s commitment to environmental leadership in the area of alternative fuels and hydrogen-powered fuel cell technology, the Honda FCX Clarity was declared the 2009 World Green Car, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today.

At a press conference hosted by the New York International Auto Show and Mobil 1 at the Jacob Javits Center in, New York, the Honda FCX Clarity was named the 2009 World Green Car. The FCX Clarity was chosen from an initial entry list of 22 contenders nominated by 59 World Car jurors from 25 countries worldwide.

“The FCX Clarity is a symbol of the progress we have made with fuel cell vehicles and our commitment to developing vehicles that promote renewable energy supplies and zero-emissions transportation,” said Steve Center, vice president, national Marketing Operations for American Honda.

The FCX Clarity, a sleekly styled hydrogen fuel cell-powered sedan currently available on a limited lease-basis, is propelled by an electric motor that runs on electricity generated by an on-board fuel cell stack. The vehicle’s only emission is water, and its fuel efficiency is up to three times that of a modern gasoline-powered automobile and two times that of a gasoline-powered hybrid vehicle.

The World Green Car awards were inaugurated in 2003, and officially launched in January 2004, to reflect the reality of the global marketplace, as well as to recognize and reward automotive excellence on an international scale.

The awards are administered by a non-profit association, under the guidance of a Steering Committee of pre-eminent automotive journalists from Asia, Europe, and North America. There is no affiliation with, nor are the awards in any way influenced by any publication, auto show, automaker, or other commercial enterprise.

Source: [Honda]

Keep the Pressure On
Now is the time to pay close attention to your tires. Regularly check your tires for proper inflation, rotation, repair and replacement. Checking tire pressure is important; both under- and over-inflation lessens a tire’s gripping action. Further, rotating your tires can help correct irregular tire wear. Enlist the help of a Honda of Wesley Chapel service technician in order to select a tire made for wet-weather driving and enhanced traction.

Wipe Away the Problem
Take a few moments to check your windshield wipers; they don’t last forever. If the rubber feels rough or is cracked, replace the wiper blades — in most climates about every six months.

Take Tread Seriously
Familiarize yourself with the “penny test” as a way to check your tire tread. Insert a penny in the tread with Lincoln’s head down. If you can see the top of Lincoln’s head, the tread is worn, and the tire probably needs to be replaced. Your passenger tires should have at least 2/32 inch of tread depth; anything less is hazardous on the wet roads.

Avoid Potholes
Hitting a pothole can damage your tire and/or the wheel of your vehicle. The sharp impact can cause immediate tire/wheel failure or internal damage that can lead to tire failure weeks later. Keeping your tires properly inflated will help reduce pothole damage and other road hazards.

Whether you are preparing for a long-awaited spring vacation or just everyday driving, don’t forget to properly prepare your vehicle to weather any storm. Take every precaution while on the road, and when experiencing wet road conditions remember to keep in mind that stopping distances will be longer than usual. And, finally, do not forget that proper vehicle maintenance can help your car stay newer longer this spring season.

Source: [Car Junky]

Wiper blades are one of the most neglected components on vehicles today. Many blades are cracked, split, torn, brittle, worn or otherwise in obvious need of replacement. Others may look okay, but do lousy jobs of wiping when put to the test.

Most experts say wiper blades should be replaced every six to twelve months for optimum performance and driving visibility. That’s because wiper blades don’t last forever. Exposure to sunlight and ozone causes the rubber to age, even if the wipers aren’t used much. 

As a set of blades age, they lose much of their flip-over flexibility and they’re less able to wipe cleanly. They may develop a permanent set (called “parked” rubber) or curvature which prevents full contact with the windshield. The sun bakes and hardens the rubber. Then when the wipers are needed, they streak and chatter because they’ve taken a set and won’t follow the curvature of the windshield. 

Cold weather can affect blade life, too. Freezing temperatures makes rubber hard and brittle, which increases the tendency to crack and split. The holders can also become clogged with ice and snow, preventing the holder from distributing spring tension evenly over the blade. The blade “freezes up” and leaves streaks as it skips across the glass. 

Heavy use can be hard on wiper blades, because dust, abrasives, road grime and even bug juice wear away the edge that the blades need to wipe cleanly. 

How well the wiper blades perform also depends on the condition of the wiper arms and holders. A blade’s wiping ability is affected by the amount of spring tension on the wiper arm, the number of pressure points or claws that hold the blade, and the design of the blade itself. If the springs in the arms are weak (which is more apt to be a problem in older vehicles), the wipers may not be pressed against the glass firmly enough to wipe cleanly. Replacing the blades won’t make any difference because the problem is weak arms not bad blades.

Ultimately, any blade that’s chattering, streaking or doing a lousy job of wiping is a blade that’s overdue for replacement. The same goes for any blade that is cracked, torn, nicked or otherwise damaged. 

If you have replaced your wiper blades and chattering or streaking persists, visit the Honda of Wesley Chapel Service Department to have one of our technicians inspect your wiper blades and wiper arms to ensure your continued safety on the road.

Source: [Yahoo Autos]

Everyone knows someone who loves a Honda, but what if you could drive home in a brand new Honda and save 20% off the price? How about 30% off the price? 

Through the end of the month at Honda of Wesley Chapel you can drive home any new 2010 Honda for ½ the price. 

There are no ridiculous hoops to jump through, and no exclusive qualifications to meet. Just visit us at Honda of Wesley Chapel and you could drive home in a brand new 2010 Honda Civic VP automatic sedan, not for $17,984, but just $8,992*. How about a brand new 2010 Honda Accord LX automatic sedan? You might expect to pay $19,900, but at Honda of Wesley Chapel you pay just $9,950*. Take your pick of any new 2010 Honda on our lot and drive home for ½ the price! 

You’ll only find brand new Honda’s for ½ the price at Honda of Wesley Chapel, but you’ll have to hurry, at ½ the price inventory goes twice as fast! 

Thank you, 

George Ernst
President, Honda of Wesley Chapel

*36 month, one-payment lease with no security deposit required. Excludes tax, tag and registration fees. See dealer for complete details.

Safety for Everyone

The Honda “Safety for Everyone” initiative in North America is a comprehensive approach to vehicle safety that seeks to provide enhanced levels of occupant protection and help with crash avoidance in all Honda and Acura passenger vehicle designs, while also making an active commitment to enhance safety for the occupants of other vehicles and pedestrians.

In 2006, the company fulfilled its October 2003 commitment to equip virtually all Honda and Acura vehicles with a core suite of safety features provided as standards equipment, regardless of vehicle size or price. This includes:

• Driver and front passenger front and side airbags (passenger side with Occupant Position Detection System)
• Side curtain airbags for all rows
• Anti-lock brakes (ABS)
• Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with rollover sensor on all light truck models
• Pedestrian safety measures, and other standard safety equipment and features

VSA

Honda proactively began research on Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) technologies in the late 1990s as an extension of its ABS development activities. Since then Honda has proactively introduced this technology into vehicles starting with those which have a higher center of gravity such as SUVs. Currently, VSA is standard equipment on all Honda and Acura light trucks. For the 2009 model year, all Honda and Acura vehicles will offer VSA as standard or optional equipment. (Note: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) technology is mandated for introduction in all vehicles in the U.S. in 2011.)

Crash Test Ratings

In the 2009 model year, Acura became the first-ever automotive nameplate to earn a “Top Safety Pick” rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and a five-star crash safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for ALL models in its lineup.

Also in model year 2009 - prior to changes in the IIHS ratings system for model year 2010 - American Honda (Honda and Acura brands) had more vehicles earning both a NHTSA five-star crash safety rating and  a IIHS “Top Safety Pick” rating than any other automaker.

Compatibility and the ACE Body Structure

Honda has played a leading role in addressing the issue of compatibility in collisions between vehicles of different size, mass and ride height.

In 2005, Honda introduced the Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure on the Acura RL, to enhance occupant protection in a frontal collision between vehicles of different sizes and ride heights.

17 of the 20 Honda and Acura models currently sold in the U.S. incorporate the ACE body structure. These include the Honda Fit, Insight, Civic Sedan, Civic Coupe, Civic GX and Civic Hybrid, Accord Sedan and Accord Coupe, CR-V, Odyssey, Pilot and FCX Clarity, and the Acura RL, TL, MDX, RDX, and TSX.

Pedestrian Safety

As part of its commitment to improving safety for all road users, Honda has also led the U.S. industry in the application of features designed to reduce injuries to pedestrians in a collision — such as collapsible hood hinges and breakaway windshield wiper pivots, with a focus on reducing severe head injuries, which account for 60 percent of pedestrian fatalities.

In advancing its designs, Honda first sought to better understand the dynamics of pedestrian collisions with the development of POLAR II, widely recognized as the world’s most advanced pedestrian safety test dummy. Tests conducted with POLAR II led to the development of the above noted features.

Honda has introduced its third-generation Polar III test dummy with an enhanced ability to measure crash forces in the lower back and upper leg areas.

More than 9 million Honda and Acura vehicles purchased by U.S. customers, including all model year 2008 and newer vehicles (except the S2000), feature pedestrian injury mitigation features and designs.

Advanced Safety Testing

Honda operates two of the world’s most sophisticated crash test laboratories for development of improved safety designs and technologies.

The Tochigi, Japan, facility was the world’s first indoor omni-directional car-to-car crash testing facility and has played a critical role in the development of enhanced designs for occupant and pedestrian safety as well as vehicle-to-vehicle compatibility.

Honda R&D America’s Raymond, Ohio, development center performs advanced testing on all U.S.- developed models. The facility features the world’s first pitching test sled, which aids efficiency by enabling economical and speedy crash test simulations with certain interior safety components, such as seats and seatbelts, prior to conducting a crash test with an actual vehicle. It also features one of the world’s highest resolution impact barriers, which enables precise measurement of the distribution of impact load forces on a vehicle allowing for even more advanced vehicle designs.

Industry-Leading Air Bag Technologies

Honda has long been a leader in introducing the industry’s most advanced air bag systems, including:

• The first front passenger airbag to deploy vertically from the instrument panel, rather than directly at the passenger.
• Occupants in the outboard seating positions of every row of every new Honda (except S2000) and Acura vehicle are protected by side curtain airbags.
• Other Pioneering Efforts
• Honda has been a leader in developing next generation safety technologies, including a Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) (introduced on the 2006 model year Acura RL) as well as continuing research toward future collision avoidance systems and designs for automobiles and motorcycles.
• The 2006 Honda Gold Wing touring motorcycle is world’s first production motorcycle to offer a fully-integrated rider airbag system.

Source: [Honda]

Taxpayers who buy a new car or several other types of motor vehicles this year may be entitled to a special tax deduction when they file their 2009 federal tax returns this year. The tax break is part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.

Here are seven things you should know about this new deduction:

1. State and local sales taxes paid on up to $49,500 of the purchase price of qualifying vehicles are deductible.
2. Qualified motor vehicles generally include new (not used) cars, light trucks, motor homes and motorcycles.
3. Purchases must occur after Feb. 16, 2009, and before Jan. 1, 2010.
4. This deduction can be taken regardless of whether or not you itemize other deductions on your tax return.
5. Taxpayers will claim this deduction when filing their 2009 federal income tax return next year.
6. The amount of the deduction is phased out for taxpayers whose modified adjusted gross income is between $125,000 and $135,000 for individual filers and between $250,000 and $260,000 for joint filers.
7. The deduction may not be taken on 2008 tax returns.

Consumers who recently bought a new car may find that this tax incentive means a higher refund when they file their 2009 taxes.

For more information about the sales and excise tax deduction for motor vehicle purchases visit the official IRS web site.

Source: [IRS.gov]

Motor oil is the lifeblood of your engine. Just as your body operates best with a specific blood type, your engine operates in a similar way. Do you know what type of motor oil helps protect and optimize your engine’s output?

When you take your vehicle to a service department for an oil change, do you know which oil to request in your vehicle? With so many motor oil choices available, it can be confusing to know what type of oil will work the best in your vehicle’s engine. The easiest answer to this question is found in your owner’s manual. For most passenger car and light truck gasoline engines today, any oil that meets the American Petroleum Institutes “SH” rating. While that’s a pretty broad range of oils, here is a breakdown of the different types and functions of motor oil to help you choose which type is best for your engine.

Every motor oil is rated by viscosity, which indicates the oil’s resistance to flow. The higher the viscosity the slower it will flow. Most engine wear occurs immediately after a cold start, so it’s important to have oil that is thin enough to circulate easily.

5W-30 - most new engines today require a multi-viscosity oil for all-round driving. The lighter 5W-30 oils contain friction reducing additives that help improve fuel economy, and also allow the oil to quickly reach critical upper valvetrain components when a cold engine is first started.

10W-30, 10W-40 - used in older engines and engines that are driven at sustained highway speeds during hot weather.

20W-40 - used in high RPM, high-load applications primarily and are not recommended for cold weather driving.

Synthetic oils are also an option when choosing the right oil for your vehicle. Synthetic oil offers greater engine protection in high temperatures, increased durability and a better all-around performance than ordinary petroleum-based oils. These can cost up to three times as much as ordinary petroleum oils because they are manmade rather than refined. The premium priced synthetic oil is recommended for vehicles operated in extremely cold or hot climates, turbocharged or supercharged engines, performance or high output engines, vehicles used for towing and anyone who wants ultimate engine lubrication and protection. Synthetic oil improves the performance of your engine in virtually every aspect:

• Superior temperature resistance. Synthetics can safely handle higher operating temperatures without oxidizing (burning) or breaking down. The upper limit for most mineral based oils is about 250 to 300 degrees F. Synthetics can take up to 450 degrees F. or higher. This makes synthetics well-suited for turbo applications as well as high RPM and high output engine applications.
• Better low temperature performance. Synthetics flow freely at subzero temperatures, pouring easily at -40 or -50 degrees F. where ordinary oils turn to molasses. This makes for easier cold starts and provides faster upper valvetrain lubrication during the first critical moments when most engine wear occurs.
• Better engine performance. Synthetics tend to be more slippery than their petroleum-based counterparts, which improves fuel economy, cuts frictional horsepower losses and helps the engine run cooler. The difference isn’t great, but it can make a noticeable difference.
• Longer oil change intervals. Because synthetics resist oxidation and viscosity breakdown better than ordinary motor oils, some suppliers say oil change intervals can be safely extended — in some cases stretched to as much as 25,000 miles. Such claims are justified by the fact that synthetics don’t break down or sludge up as fast as ordinary mineral-based oils do in use.

Synthetics are available in the same grades as ordinary motor oils (5W-30, 5W-20 and 10W-30) as well as “extended” grades such as 15W-50 and even 5W-50.

Are you still unsure of what oil is best for your engine? The next time you take your vehicle for service at the Honda of Wesley Chapel Service Department, be sure to talk with our knowledgeable service advisors to determine what type and viscosity of engine oil will help keep your engine running like new for years to come.

Source: [Yahoo.com]

Earlier this month, Honda of Wesley Chapel placed our usual order of 100 new Hondas. You can imagine my surprise when carrier trucks hauling 200 new Hondas arrived. Sending these vehicles back to the factory would cost us thousands of dollars. Instead, we’re offering these brand new 2010 Honda’s at factory direct pricing.

Let Honda of Wesley Chapel’s mistake be your gain! For a limited time, you can drive a brand new Honda for less than you ever imagined. $15,000 Honda’s are now $8,000*; $25,000 Honda’s are just $17,000*; even top of the line $40,000 Honda’s are only $21,000*.

These Honda’s are priced so low, Honda of Wesley Chapel is accepting orders from the public, wholesalers and even other dealers. If you ever wanted a new Honda, hurry in to Honda of Wesley Chapel at I-75 and State Road 54 to take advantage of these savings while they last.

Thank you,
George Ernst
President, Honda of Wesley Chapel

*Prices plus tax, tag and registration fees. All prices are 1-payment 36 month leases. 12k miles a year. Excludes tax, tag and dealer fees. Additional fees may apply at lease termination. See dealer for details.

American Honda Motor Co., Inc., recently announced that it has received three Residual Value Awards from ALG. ALG’s 11th annual Residual Value Awards, for the 2010 model year, honored the vehicles in each industry segment that ALG predicts will retain the highest percentage of their original price after a three-year period.

The Accord won the award in the Best Midsize Car category, the Fit was the winner in the Best Compact Car category and the Odyssey prevailed in the Best Minivan category. Since 2001, the Honda brand has earned 20 model awards and six overall brand awards from ALG.

“In a challenging economy, residual value moves up on the list of buyer considerations,” said John Mendel, executive vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. “These ALG awards once again recognize Honda’s commitment to offer high-quality products with long-term value.”

ALG determines the award winners after carefully studying the competition in each segment, historical vehicle performance and industry trends. Vehicle quality, production levels relative to demand, and pricing strategies are among the key factors that affect ALG’s residual value forecasts.

Source: [Honda]

Poor sleep is nothing to yawn at-it takes a toll on everything from your job performance to your overall health. And in women it’s been associated with feelings of hostility, depression, and anger, as well as higher risks of diabetes and heart disease. Here are 5 real ways to get the zzz’s you need.

Nix annoying noises

A snoring husband, that beeping delivery truck-whatever keeps you awake-tune it all out with a relaxing soundtrack. (Check iTunes for downloads of sleep-friendly sounds.) For comfort, try SleepPhones ($60), thin speakers inside a soft fleece headband; they’re especially nice for side-sleepers.

Prep your body

When you hit the sack, try this progressive relaxation technique, says Catherine Darley, N.D., director of the Institute of Naturopathic Sleep Medicine in Seattle. Curl your toes tightly for a count of seven, and then relax. Repeat through each muscle group, working up from your toes to your neck.

Take notes

Your daily routine affects how well you sleep. A sleep log can help you make those connections, says Stephanie Silberman, Ph.D., author of The Insomnia Workbook. Every day, record how much caffeine you drink, when and how much you exercise, what you eat, when you go to bed and wake up, and your total sleep time. Share the log with a sleep specialist.

Keep cool

People doze off easier and sleep better when the room temperature is on the cooler side, according to Silberman. Set your thermostat to around 65 degrees or lower. If perimenopausal night sweats or hot flashes make you kick off the covers, then try a cooling mattress pad, moisture-wicking sheets, or a pair of breathable cotton pajamas.

Relax right

Instead of mulling over the day’s events when you get in bed, try journaling about the big stuff at least two hours earlier, so your mind’s not racing when you turn in, Darley says. Right before bed, try a relaxing imagery exercise: Picture any tranquil scene, like a day at the beach. Over time, the new routine will help cue your brain to settle down.

Source: [Health.com]