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All-New 2014 Acura MDX Takes Luxury Refinement to a New Level with Signature Acura Technologies, Increased Comfort, Fuel-Efficiency and Performance

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:00:00 GMT

The all-new 2014 MDX, the third generation of Acura's acclaimed 7-passenger luxury performance SUV, goes on sale at Acura dealerships nationwide tomorrow, offering comfort, connectivity and performance every luxury customer wants at a price that no other luxury brand can match. Available for the first time in a new two-wheel drive model, pricing for the 2014 MDX begins with a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $42,290*, a substantial $990 reduction in starting price versus the outgo...

Honda Iowa IndyCar Talking Points

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:57:00 GMT

Iowa Corn Indy 250 Iowa Speedway, Newton, Iowa 2:30 p.m. EDT Sunday, June 23, 2013 ABC COMPETITION As the single engine supplier to the IZOD IndyCar Series from 2006-2011, Honda powered the winner of the first five races at Iowa Speedway, starting with Dario Franchitti at the inaugural 2007 event. Franchitti won again in 2009, while other Honda-powered race winners at Iowa include the late Dan Wheldon (2008), Tony Kanaan (2010) and Marco Andretti in 2011. The twin IZOD IndyCar Series victories f...

Honda Introduces All-New Rammer Engine

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Honda has introduced an all-new, GXR120 general purpose engine, a model uniquely developed as an ideal source of power for rammers – equipment used to compact soil or other granular material. Offered as a second power option to the reliable GX100 engine, the new GXR120 engine has been designed to provide superb durability and reliability for heavy-duty applications. The Honda GXR120 is capable of meeting the high demands that rammers require of the engine, frame and operator. With a displac...

HPD Ready for Le Mans

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:53:00 GMT

Honda Performance Development, along with partner teams Strakka Racing and Level 5 Motorsports, returns to the Circuit de la Sarthe this week as the racing division of American Honda Motor Co., Inc., seeks to extend its run of class victories and podium finishes at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Since first appearing at Le Mans in 2010, HPD and its Honda-powered ARX prototypes have won the LMP2 category twice - in 2010 and again in 2012 - and finished on the class podium in all three years. In t...

Acura Earns Top Honors in Edmunds.com 2013 Best Retained Value Awards for Second Consecutive Year

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:21:00 GMT

For the second consecutive year, Acura led all other luxury brands in the Edmunds.com Best Retained Value® Awards with the highest projected residual value, of 45.1 percent, after five years of ownership. The study is based on Edmunds.com's True Market Value® (TMV®) tool, which projects a vehicle's average resale value after five year's of ownership at the time of the new-vehicle purchase. "This recognition from Edmunds.com speaks to the clear advantages of the Acura brand i...

Milwaukee IndyFest Racing Report

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 04:16:00 GMT

Circuit: The Milwaukee Mile (1.0-mile oval) West Allis, Wis. 2012 Winner: Ryan Hunter-Reay (Andretti Autosport Chevrolet) 122.020 mph average Weather: Mostly cloudy, humid, 75 degrees F Top-10 Race Results: Fn. St. Driver Team Engine - Chassis Laps Average Speed/Notes 1. 4. Ryan Hunter-Reay Andretti Autosport Chevrolet Dallara 250 136.848 mph avg., led 65 laps 2. 17. Helio Castroneves Team Penske Chevrolet Dallara 250 +4.8059 seconds...

More Fit EV Electric Vehicles on the Way

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:33:00 GMT

We expected a strong positive consumer response to our recent announcement that the Fit EV monthly lease price had been reduced from $389 to $259 for new and existing customers alike. It turns out that a "strong" response was gross understatement. Customer interest spiked significantly and demand for the Fit EV has grown considerably. We've even heard rumors that the Fit EV may already be sold out. As with any rumor, the truth is somewhat different. While many of our dealers have reported leasin...

Honda Civic and Honda Odyssey Earn Best Retained Value Awards from Edmunds.com

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:00:00 GMT

Honda models have captured three 2013 Best Retained Value Awards from Edmunds.com. The Honda Civic was honored in both the Sedan and Coupe $20-$30k categories and the Honda Odyssey led the minivan segment for maintaining the highest projected residual value after five years of ownership as a percentage of value when new. "Honda models definitely punch above their weight when it comes to value with class-leading quality, safety ratings, standard features and a company commitment to avoid value-sa...

Statement by American Honda Regarding Brake Booster Recall: 2006-2007 Honda S2000 and 2006 Acura RSX

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMT

18,352 total Honda and Acura vehicles are being recalled in the United States No crashes or injuries have been reported related to this issue Customer notification will begin in mid-July American Honda will voluntarily recall 5,239 Honda S2000 vehicles from the 2006-2007 model years and 13,113 Acura RSX vehicles from the 2006 model year in the U.S. to inspect and, if needed, replace the brake booster in these vehicles. A production error may have allowed brake booster components to be produced ...

Honda IndyCar Message Points for The Milwaukee Mile

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 01:15:00 GMT

Milwaukee IndyFest The Milwaukee Mile 4 p.m. EDT Saturday, June 15, 2013 NBC Sports Network COMPETITION Honda has a long record of success at The Milwaukee Mile, the oldest racing facility in North America. Honda-powered drivers and teams have won nine times in 17 races since the company entered Indy car competition in 1994, more than any other manufacturer. Dario Franchitti is Honda's most successful driver – and most recent winner – at Milwaukee. Franchitti was victorious in 2011, dr...