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Acura to build NSX production plant in Ohio

Acura to build NSX production plant in Ohio

Acura said it has selected a new site for a new performance manufacturing center in Ohio where it will build the all-new NSX supercar. The company will invest $70 million to develop a new manufacturing facility that encompasses 184,000 square feet. The center will be housed inside Honda’s former North American Logistics facility and located [...]

Honda, Acura Issue Recall for Brake-Shift Interlock On Three Models

Honda, Acura Issue Recall for Brake-Shift Interlock On Three Models

Honda has issued a recall for 2012 – 2013 CR-V and Odyssey, along with the 2013 Acura RDX relating to the brake-shift interlock safety. Apparently, during sub-freezing temperatures, the brake-shift interlock blocking mechanism can become slow, allowing the gear shifter to move from Park without the brake pedal being depressed. This creates concern about vehicles [...]

Honda makes executive changes, moves management to Ohio

Honda makes executive changes, moves management to Ohio

Honda North America Inc. said it will be moving its top North American executive, along with about 50 workers, to Marysville, Ohio, from Torrance, Calif. Tetsuo Iwamura will remain as president of HNA, chief operating officer (COO) of North American Regional Operations and president and chief executive officer (CEO) of American Honda Motor Co. Inc. [...]

Acura MDX Gets A Makeover And A Home in Alabama for 2014

Acura MDX Gets A Makeover And A Home in Alabama for 2014

For 2014, Acura is giving its 7-passenger MDX a smartly done refresh. New exterior styling, a new interior treatment, and a new platform supporting an all-new 3.5-liter V-6 are the key areas of refinement. Acura is, however, still calling this a prototype. Chances are the largest majority of the new MDX will see production, with [...]

Acura To Debut Their Next Flagship in LA.

Acura To Debut Their Next Flagship in LA.

In 1986, Honda took a huge step by releasing not just a new car, but an all-new brand.  When Acura made its way onto U.S. shores, it did so with the flagship out front and soon enough, the premium brand will try to make waves once again.  While the next generation flagship model will hit the [...]

Volvo S60 and Acura TL Ace New IIHS Test

Volvo S60 and Acura TL Ace New IIHS Test

The crazy kids at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) have developed another new crash test, and have seriously bloodied some companies noises with it. This newest impact is designed to test a “glancing blow” style crash, where only the first 25-percent of a vehicle is struck versus the IIHS  50-percent frontal offset standard. [...]

Honda To Recall The CR-V and Acura ILX

Honda To Recall The CR-V and Acura ILX

Two very different Honda vehicles will soon be recalled for the same issue. Due to a manufacturing error, certain CR-V SUVs and yet to be released Acura ILX sedans may not be able to have their doors properly latched.  If the manual or power door lock is activated at the same time a passenger is attempting to open the [...]

Acura to Refresh the ZDX For 2013

Acura to Refresh the ZDX For 2013

Among the entire Acura line up, one vehicle stands out in a way that might not be so positive.  Perhaps overlooked and even forgotten, the ZDX crossover shares its suspenders with the solid-selling MDX but uses a much bolder design statement.  While the MDX is a standard, the ZDX with its slopping back and long overhangs has yet to capture the [...]

Acura Recalls The TL

Acura Recalls The TL

Certain models of the premium Honda sport sedan, the Acura TL, will soon be recalled due to premature wear and tear.  Prolonged under-hood heat is to blame for the power steering hoses cracking and leaking fluid.  A combination of excess engine heat and sky-high fluid temperatures will cause leaks that can both decrease power steering strength as [...]

Acura Prices The ILX

Acura Prices The ILX

On May 22, the 2013 Acura ILX will hit North American dealerships and pick up where the iconic RSX and Integra left off.  More than just a rebadged Civic, the next line of premium compacts from Honda will plenty of innovative features as well as a first for the Acura brand.  With three powertrain options and four doors, the ILX will [...]

 
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