There is only one and it is back again for 2012. The Dilawri Detour has returned to Downtown Calgary for another year, and it is bigger and better than ever.

Every Friday during the summer (weather permitting) the Dilawri Automotive Group will have one or more of our dealerships on Stephen Ave., displaying a whole range of vehicles and having a lot of fun in the process.

We bring the dealership to you. There is no need to compromise – enjoy the sunshine and the energy of Stephen Ave. as you join us to check out some of the vehicles we have available. Have a seat inside, turn on the music, get comfy and experience everything Calgary Honda and the Dilawri Automotive Group have to offer.

Located outside of Earls Bankers Hall, the Dilawri Detour takes place at the heart of Calgary’s busy pedestrian mall. Get some shopping done, meet some friends and come experience some impressive automobiles in a laid back, pressure-free environment. Periodically during the day staff from Earls will tease your taste buds with delicious eats as you enjoy fun-filled Fridays with Calgary Honda and the Dilawri Automotive Group.

Each Monday following the Detour, photos and a recap of each week’s event will be uploaded to Dilawri-Detour.ca. Be sure to check out the website for photos, upcoming special events that will be taking place on the Detour, and a hint at which dealer of the Dilawri Automotive Group will be the next to take over Stephen Ave. the following Friday.

Some days there will be prize-draws and special contests giving you a chance to win different opportunities and prizes. On occasion special guests, celebrities and media personalities will join the Dilawri Detour throughout the summer, so check back often – you never know what we’ll be up to on the Detour. 

The staff at Calgary Honda are animal lovers and for second year in-a-row Calgary Honda is taking part in the Humane Society's Dog Jog.

On Sunday, June 3rd, join the Calgary Honda team and a host of dog lovers from around Calgary; together we'll have a fun time while raising money to help our four-legged friends. 

The goal for 2012 is to raise $224,000. 

For more information on the Dog Jog and how you can help, go to www.calgaryhumane.ca/dogjog.

Dog Jog 2012

Sunday, June 3rd, 2012
South Glenmore Park West End

Registration - 9:30am 

Opening Ceremonies – 10:30am

 Walk Start - 11:15am

Closing Ceremonies - 1:00pm

Have you ever traveled to the States, filled up at a gas pump, and not been able to pay with your credit card at the pump because the machine requires you to enter your five digit ZIP code?

Well, on a recent trip to LA a friend of mine discovered the trick for us Canadians on American soil: you can convert your six digit postal code into a zip code by entering just the three numbers of your postal code (i.e. the second, fourth and sixth digits) followed by “00”.

For example, say your postal code is T2J 7J5, you would enter 27500 and BAM! 

No more waiting in line behind that dedicated lotto card player, carefully choosing her cards. No more having to guess how much gas you need, which can be especially frustrating when dealing with a rental car (that is not a Honda) whose gas tank you are not familiar with. No more second trips to the cashier because you originally paid for too much gas and need to be refunded for the gallons you didn't collect. 

Using this trick allows the server to verify your card according to the mailing address it is registered under, allowing you to pump, pay and get out.

Disclaimer: The success of this trick may vary depending on what kind of credit card you are using, which station you are trying to use it at and where you are in the United States. It has been personally tested, though, and certainly worked fine for them.