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All-New 2013 Acura ILX On Sale Today with a Starting Price of $25,900

Tue, 22 May 2012 18:55:00 GMT

The 2013 Acura ILX goes on sale at Acura dealerships today, May 22, 2012, with a manufacturer 's suggested retail price (MSRP*) starting at $25,900. The all-new ILX offers remarkable value for the money on a luxury scale with robust feature content and premium appeal. Serving as the gateway to the Acura brand, the all-new Acura ILX features a choice of three powertrain options, including Acura 's first-ever gasoline-electric hybrid. Equipped with an interior that is smart, spacious and sporty, t...

All-New 2013 Acura RDX Joins Acura Line-Up of IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK Vehicles

Mon, 21 May 2012 17:30:00 GMT

The all-new 2013 Acura RDX has received the highest possible safety rating of TOP SAFETY PICK from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The IIHS award recognizes vehicles that do the best job of protecting vehicle occupants involved in front, side and rear crashes, plus rollover performance based on ratings in the Institute's tests. The all-new 2013 RDX, along with the 2012 TL, MDX, and TSX sedan and Sport Wagon, have all earned IIHS 2012 TOP SAFETY PICK ratings and the highest pos...

Statement by Acura Regarding Power Steering Hose Recall: 2007-2008 Acura TL

Thu, 17 May 2012 10:00:00 GMT

Acura will voluntarily recall 52,615 model-year 2007-2008 TL sedans in the United States to replace the power steering hose. Over time, the power steering hose may deteriorate and develop a fluid leak. Leaking power steering fluid could lead to loss of power steering assistance or, if it leaks onto a catalytic converter it may result in smoke, or in the worst case, fire. No crashes, injuries or fires have been reported related to this issue. Acura is announcing this recall to encourage owners of...

American Le Mans Series Monterey Race Report

Sun, 13 May 2012 21:53:00 GMT

Circuit: Mazda Raceway Laguna Raceway (2.24-mile road course) Monterey, CA Weather: Clear, warm, afternoon high 86 degrees F Top Fiver Overall Race Results: Ps. Class Drivers Team Engine/Chassis Laps/Notes 1. 1-LMP1 Klaus Graf/Lucas Luhr Muscle Milk Racing HPD ARX-03a 242 laps 2. 1-LMP2 Luis Diaz/Franck Montagny/Scott Tucker Level 5 Motorsports HPD ARX-03b 239 3. 1-LMPC Jon Bennett/Colin Braun CORE Autosport Oreca FLM09 Chevrolet 236 4. 2-LMPC Tomy Drissi/Roberto Gonzalez/Bruno Junqueira RSR Rac...

American Honda Reports April Auto Sales: CR-V Sets April Record, Accord Sees 41-Percent Gain, All-New 2013 Acura RDX Fast Out of the Gate

Tue, 01 May 2012 20:46:00 GMT

American Honda today reported April 2012 U.S. sales of 122,012 units, an increase of 10 percent based on the daily selling rate*. The Honda division posted April 2012 sales of 109,837, an increase of 9.2 percent compared to April 2011. Acura's U.S. April sales of 12,175 were up 18 percent compared to April 2011. Honda - Honda Accord sales up more than 40 percent compared to April 2011, demonstrating the strength of Accord, even as an all-new version is set to debut this fall. - New April sales r...

Acura Announces $25,900 Starting Price for 2013 ILX

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:57:00 GMT

The all-new 2013 Acura ILX will go on sale at Acura dealerships May 22, 2012, with a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP*) starting at $25,900 Acura announced today. The ILX offers remarkable value for the money with robust feature content and premium appeal. "The 2013 Acura ILX will serve as the gateway to the Acura brand," said Jeff Conrad, vice president of Acura sales. "At the leading edge of a new, sporty compact segment, the ILX delivers style, value, performance and connectivity t...

Acura Awarded Edmunds.com Best Retained Value Award for a Luxury Brand

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 02:30:00 GMT

Acura has earned the 2012 Best Retained Value® Award for a luxury brand from Edmunds.com. The Acura MDX also captured the model award for best SUV Over $45,000. Acura was given the awards for maintaining the highest projected residual values after five years of ownership as a percentage of value when new. "It is an honor for Acura to win this award from Edmunds.com," said Jeff Conrad vice president of Acura sales. "Acura is committed to the philosophy of smart luxury, offering customers veh...

Statement from Acura

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 21:43:00 GMT

We apologize to anyone offended by the language on the casting sheet used in the selection of actors for one of our commercials. We sought to cast an African-American in a prominent role in the commercial, and we made our selection based on the fact that he was the most talented actor. The casting sheet was only now brought to our attention. We are taking appropriate measures to ensure that such language is not used again in association with any work performed on behalf of our brand.

Acura Teamed With Marvel's The Avengers as Official Sponsor of Red Carpet World Premiere

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 18:00:00 GMT

Thousands watched with amazement as actor Robert Downey Jr. ("Tony Stark") drove onto the red carpet in a custom Acura-created sports car at the Marvel's The Avengers Hollywood premiere on Wednesday, April 11, at the El Capitan Theater. The premiere, co-sponsored by Acura, featured militarized S.H.I.E.L.D.-Edition Acura MDX and TL models that were used in the film to escort the actors on Hollywood Blvd. In addition to Downey's impressive arrival, Marvel's The Avengers stars Chris Evans (Captain...

New Video Available from the 2012 New York International Auto Show

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 15:58:00 GMT

Exclusive video from the 2012 New York Auto Show is now available on www.acuranews.com. If you missed the press conference, an archive of the live event is now available. The video includes exclusive interview and live footage with Acura executives from the press conference. To view, please visit: http://www.hondanews.com/channels/acura-automobiles-concepts/releases/new-video-available-from-the-2012-new-york-international-auto-show/videos/2012-nyias-acura-wrap-up Additional ways to connect with ...