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Acura is the luxury brand for Honda in America. Acura's MDX and RDX luxury crossovers are known for their handling prowess. The RL, TL and other sedans in the Acura line are among the quality leaders in their segment.

By Parks McCants on March 22, 2015 - 4:33PM
Initially we questioned why Acura opted for a 9-speed Sequential SportShift ™ automatic transmission with IDS for the best selling premium SUV in North America. A SportShift ™ transmission with electronic IDS drive mode selection for a truck-based SUV seemed to rest on the edge of “gadget overkill,” Then we drove it!
By Parks McCants on March 19, 2015 - 12:21PM
Acura Division has upped the stakes in the premium SUV segment by presenting an exceptional premium 3 row of lasting quality, exquisite finish and impressive color pallet. In steps the 2016 MDX, draped in high end leather and exquisite color pallet.
By Parks McCants on March 7, 2015 - 4:34PM
We watched PD Cunningham of Acura Motorsports, Real Time racing walk away from a high-speed rear-end collision in 2014; effectively ending his points run for the 2014 Pirelli. the premier edition 2015 TLX-GT race edition was damaged beyond repair.
By Parks McCants on March 4, 2015 - 9:13PM
Acura takes the best selling premium 3 row SUV in North America and drives its notable comfort and sport-like-performance to a level normally reserved for V8 powered suburban crawlers. Torque News takes a closer look at 2016 Acura MDX
By Parks McCants on February 19, 2015 - 7:14PM
O.K., we’ll take the bait. Wednesday found rumors of a 2016 Honda HR-V derived sub-compact crossover for Acura floating in Cyberspace. Could be!
By Parks McCants on February 13, 2015 - 6:42PM
With the introduction of a much refined and more powerful 2016 RDX SUV, Team Acura's perseverance in recapturing the U.S. manufactured mark's last century dominance is paying dividends in the resurgence of a great American made brand. We believe that Acura RDX represents the greatest value found in a compact entry level premium SUV today.
By Parks McCants on February 12, 2015 - 12:42AM
Acura continues its “E-Ticket” ride to near segment domination as Honda’s premier car and light truck division celebrates 2015 “The Year of Honda.” Now, “U.S. News and World Report” names 3 Acura marks to top "best Car" honors in their respective segments. Could Acura TLX truly be that good?
By Parks McCants on February 10, 2015 - 8:09AM
Acura has injected a bit of TLX performance DNA into its 2nd best selling premium gateway sports sedan. Showcasing a much improved engine and a proprietary state of the art dual clutch automated manual transmission, this Civic sized Acura ILX sets a new segment benchmark in attainable performance claiming the highest power to weight ratio in its class.
By Parks McCants on February 9, 2015 - 4:17PM
We witnessed Honda's not so minor refresh of CR-V, now Acura improves the best selling small premium SUV in North America. What's Acura up to? We look to the second generation 2015 Acura RDX for a clue or two.
By Parks McCants on February 6, 2015 - 6:24PM
Just when we thought Acura had hit the pinnacle of price-point meets exceptional value, they take the best selling 3 row SUV in North America to the next level of comfort-driven performance.
By Parks McCants on February 5, 2015 - 6:23PM
With TLX exceeding predicted sales in its first 90 days of production, Acura introduces a much improved 2016 ILX on the road to sports-sedan segment domination. Will the substantially refreshed ILX return Acura to market dominance as experienced last century?
By Parks McCants on February 3, 2015 - 8:12PM
What can we say? Without speaking to specific price, performance specifications(Acura won't let us yet,) and drive impressions, we can tell you that 2016 ILX carries the TLX “sportitude” forward through the line-up.
By Parks McCants on February 2, 2015 - 9:33AM
We like a good story 'spin' as much as the next guy. Acura’s second to none in building pent up consumer anticipation when it comes to the release of a new car or SUV. Will TLX performance live up to the Hype? We find out this week.
By Parks McCants on January 31, 2015 - 2:40PM
Taking a closer look at TLX we discover how Acura smooths out your ride through advanced engineering. This premium sports-sedan features the best ride in the segment. Here’s how.
By Parks McCants on January 30, 2015 - 5:30PM
Just 3 years into a successful production run, Acura goes back to the design room with 2016 ILX for what they refer to as a significant refresh. ILX may just be the perfect commuter-sports-sedan-compromised.
By Parks McCants on January 28, 2015 - 12:52AM
The day of the Integra ‘R’ and ILX 6 speed ‘S’ type is all but a distant memory for many young Acura enthusiasts. Enter the 2016 Acura ILX performance sedan, a small car that’s sure to reignite Acura sports-car enthusiasm.
By Parks McCants on January 26, 2015 - 6:42PM
On a recent real-world combination test drive from Phoenix to Sedona, Arizona, 2015 Acura MDX threw a curveball in the EPA average fuel efficiency rating; it bettered it!
By Parks McCants on January 25, 2015 - 6:35PM
Looking to the much ignored 2nd and 3rd row seating areas, this automotive journalist explores the rear confines of 2015 Acura MDX. Can a 6 ft 5 inch Defensive End sized dude fit back there?
By Parks McCants on January 23, 2015 - 3:57PM
There’s nothing like a long road trip to really get to know a vehicle. Acura’s best selling premium SUV retains interior comfort and car-like performance while preserving just enough truck-like attributes to instill confidence in the driver. We take 2015 Acura MDX down to Phoenix, Arizona.
By Parks McCants on January 12, 2015 - 3:34PM
While visually intriguing, specifications remain a bit of a mystery as Accavitti and company present 2016 NSX to the world with Acura style.
By Parks McCants on January 11, 2015 - 9:19PM
Monday’s live video feed reveal of Acura’s NSX Sports Hybrid Coupe to be the first time in many years that Acura fans will sense certainty as to the fate of NSX. A car of many firsts, will NSX exceed enthusiasts expectations?
By Parks McCants on January 9, 2015 - 5:38PM
Every first year model run has a glitch or two to iron out. 2015 TLX, a great car by any measure is no exception as new owners report a blemish or two. Here's your opportunity: Tell Acura about your 2015 TLX experience.
By Parks McCants on January 8, 2015 - 6:10PM
The first production hybrid supercar designed and manufactured in the U.S. will wear the Acura brand. What are the possible “green” fuel-performance applications of NSX race-born technology?
By Parks McCants on January 7, 2015 - 9:21PM
The writing’s on the wall when it comes to 2016 Acura NSX and Toyota Supra FT-I concept. Both makers will take track tested gasoline/electric hybrid technology to the street in the Supercar category. Who will get there first?
By Parks McCants on January 4, 2015 - 7:55PM
The first time one views Acura’s retired ZDX Crossover, the question as to what is it, and where can I find one? comes to mind. Acura’s lowest production volume vehicle of this millennium is destined to be a collector car.
By Parks McCants on December 27, 2014 - 9:47PM
Super Handling All Wheel Drive(SH-AWD) is the key to Acura MDX stability and subsequent safety while driving through extreme winter conditions. How does it work?
By Parks McCants on December 26, 2014 - 8:24PM
With this year’s qualifying contingencies closely tied to active electronic accident avoidance, Acura TLX earns 2015 IIHS Top Safety Pick + rating; here’s why.
By Parks McCants on December 22, 2014 - 3:48PM
For those of us that have waited the better part of a decade for the release of Acura’s newest NSX Supercar, last week's teaser photo is just the latest in a long series. 2016 Acura NSX when produced will surpass all performance expectations.
By Parks McCants on December 21, 2014 - 8:06PM
When world renowned transmission manufacturer ZF Friedrichshafen was tapped on its collective shoulder to supply Acura’s TLX SH-AWD V6, 9 speed automated transmission, a tear was dropped by more than one Acura aficionado.
By Parks McCants on December 13, 2014 - 3:17PM
As reported by Torque News back in September, Acura and Peter Cunningham’s RealTime racing will add a second TLX competing in Pirelli World Challenge for 2015. Who’s the driver?