Honda to launch Acura ZDX coupe | detnews.com | The Detroit News
Honda Motor Co. will roll out an all-new Acura ZDX sports coupe this winter, adding a sixth model to its premium lineup. The four-door ZDX is based on a prototype displayed at the New York International Auto Show in April and retains some of the most striking features, such as the long, panoramic glass roof and hidden rear door handles. Honda describes the car, which was developed and designed in North America, as a "a perfect weekend getaway vehicle." It also will be produced in North America. The ZDX...

The dynamic Acura 2+1
Acura 2+1 concept from designer Leon Paz is a design aimed at the youth. The aggressively designed concept looks at the people who would like a performance like the NSX, but cannot afford it. This concept will bridge the gap to provide NSX-like performance at more affordable costs. The aggressively-attractive concept is a great design, and built with focus squarely on the performance. Article key :  The dynamic Acura 2+1, dynamic Acura, Acura, New Car, Acura 2+1 Concept, future car 

Acura 2+1 Concept Car
Acura 2+1 concept car is a project that was done during Paz’s internship at Honda R&D Americas, where it was professionally modeled with assistance from Honda employees. Acura 2+1 concept car is a creation of designer Leon Paz, and designed to slot in under the replacement NSX in the company’s lineup. It is intended as a “gateway” car for buyers that are interested in the NSX but can’t afford the steep price. Acura 2+1 concept car is directed at younger buyers who...

Winding Road Review - Acura TL vs. Nissan Maxima
These two near-luxury sedans from Japan may not be the picture of pulchritude, but our editors find that beauty really is in the eye of the beholder. Ride along with us.[source]

LA Acura dealer spends $20 million upgrading dealerships in hopes that brand will become Tier 1
It seems like dealer Dave Conant really believes in Acura and Honda’s U.S. executives when they say Acura will soon be a top-tier luxury brand playing in the major leagues with Lexus, Mercedes and BMW. So much so that Conant spent $20 million upgrading his Acura dealership in suburban Los Angeles betting that this time Honda will succeed.“We invested in this facility on the bet they really mean it,” Conant told Automotive News.Jeff Conrad, vice president of American Honda’s Acura division admits...

Honda Sales Falter 30.6% In November: Acura Freefalls 38.9%
American Honda Motor Co Inc posted November sales of 76,233, a decline of 31.6 percent, compared to record November 2007 results. American Honda year-to-date sales of 1,342,680 represent a 5.8 percent decrease, based on the daily selling rate*.Honda Division posted November sales of 68,345, a decline of 30.6 percent versus November 2007. Monthly Pilot sales increased 4.5 percent to 5,601.The Acura Division posted sales of 7,888, a decrease of 38.9 percent compared to November 2007. The TL luxury...

Reflections on the Acura NSX
Gordon Murray is a renowned designer of Formula One race cars and the famous and ultra wicked awesome McLaren F1 supercar. This is a translated reflection on the ACURA NSX by the Automotive Rockstar Designer himself.[source]

Gordon Murray - Reflections on the Acura NSX
Gordon Murray is a renowned designer of Formula One race cars and the famous and ultra wicked awesome McLaren F1 supercar. This is a translated reflection on the ACURA NSX by the Automotive Rockstar Designer himself. To this day, the NSX is still a car that is near and dear to my heart. I put 75,000 Km on my NSX over the course of six or seven years. It’s very difficult to discuss the NSX using current values and sensibilities. When the NSX debuted, the word “supercar” was still a...

V8 option for Acura RL delayed until 2015
It was reported last month that Honda was planning a V8 option for the new-generation Acura RL within 18 months but according to AutoObserver, plans may be delayed. In a recent interview, Honda president Takeo Fukui admitted that the 3.7 V6, currently the range-topping option for the RL, wasn’t sufficient enough to compete with other premium brands.Fukui said that for the 2010 or 2011 Acura RL design, Honda will stick with a...[source]

Advanced Sports Car Concept
Honda presented in Detroit the Acura Advanced Sports Car Concept Study granted view on the successor to the NSX         * Acura Advanced Sports Car Concept Coupe stand for the future of Honda      * Front engine with 10 cylinders      * New Allradystem SH-AWD      * Designed in Los Angeles NSX successor Acura is Honda Edelmarke and presents itself at the NAIAS in Detroit 7-21 January 2007 emphasizes sporty. The...