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Video: Jon Ikeda Discusses the NSX Concept at NAIAS 2013

Posted on 2013/01/20 by AcuraConnected

Find out how the NSX Concept has evolved into its second iteration from Acura Chief Designer Jon Ikeda in a Temple of VTEC video interview below.

Posted in: Acura Videos, NSX | Tags: Jon Ikeda, North American International Auto Show, NSX Concept, Temple of VTEC | Comment

Spied: 2014 MDX with a New Look at the Interior

Posted on 2012/12/19 by AcuraConnected

Here’s another little spoiler before the official 2014 MDX Prototype debut next month. A couple of fresh snapshots show the camouflaged MDX out on the streets revealing more exterior and interior details. On the outside it looks like the new MDX will get a… READ MORE →

Posted in: MDX, Spy Shots | Tags: 2014 Acura MDX, Temple of VTEC | Comment

2014 Acura MDX Spied in California

Posted on 2012/08/15 by AcuraConnected

Photos of a 2014 Acura MDX test mule have recently been shot by the KGP Photography crew in America. It seems the California heat had caused it to shed some of the heavy outer camo, leaving us with a better… READ MORE →

Posted in: Spy Shots | Tags: 2014 Acura MDX, KGP, Temple of VTEC | Comment

RLX Prototype Spied in California?

Posted on 2012/06/04 by AcuraConnected

Posted this morning on Temple of VTEC, a reader sent in what looks to be an RLX prototype roaming the streets of California. The vehicle has some “blacked out” features, but it’s hardly enough to disguise its similarities to the RLX… READ MORE →

Posted in: RLX, Spy Shots | Tags: 2014 Acura RLX, Temple of VTEC | 3 Comments

Video: Jon Ikeda walk-around of all 3 Acura Concepts

Posted on 2012/01/20 by AcuraConnected

Acura Chief Designer Jon Ikeda Acura Chief Designer Jon Ikeda shares his insight on the Acura concepts shown at NAIAS 2012 in a series of videos produced by the Temple of VTEC team. Find out which design features are staying, and… READ MORE →

Posted in: Acura Videos | Tags: Jon Ikeda, North American International Auto Show, Temple of VTEC | Comment

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333,333 km and still going strong 💪 My 2005 Acura 333,333 km and still going strong 💪 My 2005 Acura TSX hit some 3s yesterday.

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On March 27, 1986, Acura launched as the first Jap On March 27, 1986, Acura launched as the first Japanese luxury brand in the U.S., debuting with the Legend and Integra.

Over 5 million vehicles later, Acura celebrates 40 years of precision crafted performance.

To mark the milestone, Acura heads back to its home race with the Integra 40 Racer, a first-generation build inspired by the IMSA championship-winning Comptech Integra. Built by Honda Racing Corporation US, it makes its debut at the 51st Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach

Any Acura owners out there still driving a first-gen Legend or Integra?
The #90sTrend got us looking back... Acura’s lineu The #90sTrend got us looking back... Acura’s lineup was legendary. 🔥 Which one was your favorite?
This #FrontEndFriday we’re paying tribute to the n This #FrontEndFriday we’re paying tribute to the now-cancelled Acura RSX EV.

It was announced yesterday that Honda is cancelling three EVs in North America as EV demand slows and development costs continue to rise.

Because of that shift, Acura has decided to cancel the Acura RSX EV and focus more on hybrids in the near future.

How would you feel if this RSX Prototype design carried over to the next generation Acura RDX?
Good news for classic NSX owners. Acura has annou Good news for classic NSX owners.

Acura has announced the Honda Heritage Parts program in the United States, launching this summer with reproduction parts for the first-generation Acura NSX available through Acura dealerships nationwide. The program is designed to help owners maintain and restore one of Acura’s most iconic sports cars for years to come.

The program will include Genuine Honda Reproduction Parts made using the same materials and manufacturing processes as the originals, along with Honda Compatible Parts that have been newly engineered to replace discontinued components.

Honda is also exploring the possibility of supporting other Acura and Honda performance models.

What Acura models do you think should be considered for the Honda Heritage Parts Program?
After 40 years, Acura is finally heading to Japan. After 40 years, Acura is finally heading to Japan.

As Acura celebrates its 40th anniversary this March, the brand is will enter the Japanese market for the first time with the Acura Integra Type S.

It also marks the return of the Integra nameplate to Japan since it was discontinued in 2006 as the Honda Integra.

Built in Marysville, Ohio, the Integra Type S will be exported to Japan mostly unchanged, retaining full U.S.-market specifications - including left-hand drive. Sales in Japan begin in the second half of 2026.

Could this be the beginning of Acura's expansion into the Japanese market, or simply a special 40th anniversary occasion?

Hit the LINK IN BIO for the full press release.
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