With all of the ups and downs from the earthquake on March 11 it hasn't only impacted Honda but it has impacted the dealers and customers. Honda has recognized this fact and has been planning something nice for its very patient customers. So, in the spirit of you-have-our-back-we-have-yours, they've decided to honor national discounts on sold-out models via a new incentive campaign, officially coined the "Honda Promise".

"You may be concerned about the availability of your next Honda vehicle," Honda writes on their website. "Should recent events impact the vehicle of your choice, we've developed special options…

Despite major changes in production levels, following the March 11 earthquake and tsunami in Japan, things aren't all bad for Honda. In fact, the Big H plans to sink $97 million into its Lincoln, Alabama facility to ready it for imminent luxury SUV production. Specifically, they're planning to add production of the Acura MDX.

Construction, installation, and testing of new equipment are expected to be completed in little over a year. And according to a statement by Honda to employees, production of the MDX will officially shift from Canada to the U.S. in 2013.

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The all new Honda Odyssey is the safest van on the road, according to the IIHS.

The 2011 Honda Odyssey is the first and only minivan to earn the highest possible safety ratings from both the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). No other minivan this year that has received the "Top Safety Pick" award from the IIHS and an "Overall Vehicle Score" of five stars from NHTSA.

In order to receive a Top Safety Pick, vehicles must earn the highest score of 'Good' in all four of the tests ratings; front…