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2016 Acura NSX Makes Front Cover of Motor Trend and Automobile Magazine

Posted on 2015/01/29 by AcuraConnected

Hot off its world debut at the North American International Auto Show, the new Acura NSX is your cover model for the March editions of Motor Trend and Automobile Magazine. While both issues are now available in hard copy and as… READ MORE →

Posted in: NSX | Tags: 2016 Acura NSX, Automobile Magazine, Motor Trend | 5 Comments

Ludacris Comments on the 2016 Acura NSX

Posted on 2015/01/19 by AcuraConnected

Rapper/Actor Chris “Ludacris” Bridges was on hand for a VIP reveal of the 2016 Acura NSX last week where he gave his first reaction to Motor Trend: “I’m a loss for words, I mean I don’t know what to say… READ MORE →

Posted in: NSX | Tags: 2016 Acura NSX, Acura Ludacris, Motor Trend | Comment

Motor Trend: Production 2015 Acura TLX Caught Testing

Posted on 2014/01/27 by AcuraConnected

A Motor Trend Editor has caught what appears to be a lightly camouflaged production 2015 Acura TLX. The three photos posted today reveal a slightly toned down version of the TLX Prototype, with less chrome and a few simplified features…. READ MORE →

Posted in: Acura Rumors, Spy Shots, TLX | Tags: 2015 Acura TLX, Motor Trend | 3 Comments

2015 Acura NSX Gets Twin-Turbo Longitudinal Engine

Posted on 2013/11/19 by AcuraConnected

From a Honda event in Japan a few days ahead of the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show, Acura has revealed significant details about the upcoming NSX. Unveiling a new 90-degree V-6 engine, Acura has confirmed it will be twin-turbocharged, which combined with… READ MORE →

Posted in: Acura News, Acura Rumors, NSX | Tags: 2015 Acura NSX, Motor Trend | Comment

Video: Acura NSX Development with Ted Klaus

Posted on 2013/05/23 by AcuraConnected

This week’s Wide Open Throttle episode from Motor Trend is all about the upcoming Acura NSX. Don’t miss the 14-minute video below. “Special guest Ted Klaus, Global Development Chief at Acura, sits down with Angus MacKenzie, Carlos Lago, Ron Kiino and Jonathan… READ MORE →

Posted in: Acura Videos, NSX | Tags: 2015 Acura NSX, 2016 Acura NSX, Motor Trend, NSX Concept, Wide Open Throttle | Comment

Motor Trend: 2014 Acura RLX vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS4

Posted on 2013/04/22 by AcuraConnected

Similar yet very different, Motor Trend compares two “full-size” luxury sedans: the all-new 2014 Acura RLX and the 2013 Cadillac XTS4. Specs-wise, the 2013 Cadillac XTS4 and the newly released 2014 Acura RLX almost are twins. Each sedan is powered by… READ MORE →

Posted in: Acura Galleries, Acura Reviews, RLX | Tags: 2014 Acura RLX, Cadillac, Motor Trend | 1 Comment

Motor Trend: Spied! 2013 Acura RLX

Posted on 2012/11/05 by AcuraConnected

Motor Trend has just posted some recent spy shots of the RLX prototype with minimal camouflage. The signature Acura grille and Jewel Eye headlights are distinguishable, but character lines have been taped up to remain ambiguous. Note that the article has labelled it a… READ MORE →

Posted in: RLX, Spy Shots | Tags: 2013 Acura RLX, 2014 Acura RLX, Motor Trend | 3 Comments

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40 years of Acura. 40 years of the Acura Integra. 40 years of Acura. 40 years of the Acura Integra.

At the @pikespeakhillclimb Fan Fest, Acura put its past and present on display, showcasing the Integra 40 Racer alongside the Integra Type S DE5 race car.

Tomorrow, Dai Yoshihara takes on the mountain in the Integra Type S DE5.

📸: @daiyoshihara
Acura is headed to the 2026 Pikes Peak Internation Acura is headed to the 2026 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, competing with the Integra Type S DE5 race car and leading the field with the Acura MDX Type S as the official pace car.

Two-time Formula Drift champion @daiyoshihara will be behind the wheel of the Integra Type S DE5, while two-time U.S. Olympian and Team USA Bobsled pilot Kaysha Love drives the official MDX Type S pace vehicle.

Competing in the Time Attack 1 (TA1) division, the Integra Type S DE5 will sport a special Acura 40th anniversary livery. Driven by two-time Formula Drift champion Dai Yoshihara, Acura will try to break the front-wheel-drive course record,  previously set in 2018 by Acura engineer and Pikes Peak veteran Nick Robinson with a 500-horsepower Acura TLX.

The 104th Running of the “Race to the Clouds” takes place on June 21st!
Who watched the Indy 500 yesterday?! The Acura-sp Who watched the Indy 500 yesterday?!

The Acura-sponsored MSR #66, driven by Marcus Armstrong, started 16th and was P1 heading into the final lap. In the end, it was his MSR teammate Felix Rosenqvist taking the win in the Honda-powered #60, delivering the closest Indy 500 finish in history!

Congrats on the top 5 finish, Marcus, MSR, Honda and Acura!

📸: @armstrongsmotorsport @acura
Is this the first bagged Acura ADX? The Urban Gra Is this the first bagged Acura ADX?

The Urban Gray Pearl ADX is rocking the new @flyyairr suspension kit, complete with paint-matched trim all around.

ADX owners, where you at? Let’s see your rides!

🚘: @flyyairr
The newly released Forza Horizon 6, set in Japan, The newly released Forza Horizon 6, set in Japan, features a showcase event where you race a widebody Liberty Walk Acura NSX against a giant Gundam-looking mech… and it looks just as fun as it sounds ridiculous. 

Check out the gameplay footage!
A peek at the next Acura Hybrid SUV! At a press c A peek at the next Acura Hybrid SUV!

At a press conference in Tokyo today, Honda unveiled two next-generation hybrid prototypes, including the "Acura Hybrid SUV Prototype" and the "Honda Hybrid Sedan Prototype".

Details are still limited, but both models are expected to hit the market within the next two years.

What are your thoughts on the Acura Hybrid SUV Prototype?
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