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Honda sending NSX replacement back to the drawing board

February 22, 2007 7:46pm

When Honda unveiled the Acura Advanced Sports Car Concept at the Detroit Auto Show earlier this year, the concept was said to preview the replacement for the Acura NSX. But the Advanced Sports Car Concept was just a preview. Acura would unveil an updated version later this year at the Tokyo More Show, which would […]

Honda S2000 successor likely to be an Acura

February 2, 2007 8:57pm

Last month, we reported that Honda engineers continue to unofficially work on a successor to the Honda S2000. The report at that time was that the succussor would move upmarket and grow an additional pair of seats. Speculation was the the S2000 replacement may wear an Acura badge.
Rumors are that the S2000 really isn’t going […]

Honda reports its best January

February 1, 2007 8:38pm

Despite a 1.7 percent sales decline based on daily sales rates, American Honda posted its best-ever January sales of 100,790, surpassing its previous record set last year. American Honda’s January light truck sales hit a record high of 47,378, up 11.0 percent compared to 2006.
Honda Division posted record January sales of 87,773 (down 0.2 percent […]

Detroit Auto Show: Acura Advanced Sports Car Concept

January 8, 2007 3:13pm

Yesterday, Honda staged the world premiere of the Acura Advanced Sports Car Concept at the 2007 North American International Auto Show. The Advanced Sports Car Concept offers a preview of the design direction for the successor to the Acura NSX.
“The Acura brand will always be a home for people who love to drive,” said Takeo […]

Detroit Preview: Acura Advanced Sports Car concept

December 19, 2006 10:02am

Acura will unveil its ‘Advanced Sports Car Concept’ at the 2007 North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January. Acura says the concept “provides a glimpse at the next generation Acura exotic sports car,” which we hope provides a glimpse into the replacement for the HSX.
The Advanced Sports Car Concept builds on the design […]

Acura working on adding V8s to lineup

December 11, 2006 10:18am

Acura is pushing Honda management to approve development of a V8 powerplant for its luxury lineup, according to Automotive News. Honda R&D boss Hirohide Ikeno said he’s encouraging top executives to give the green light. Acura has been criticized for not offering V8 engines and a likely reason for poor sales of Acura’s new RL […]

Honda posts record sales in November

December 3, 2006 9:21am

American Honda reported a 0.6 percent increase in November vehicle sales, breaking the previous November record set last year. Honda and Acura brand sales were primarily driven by the automaker’s new SUVs.
“Our all-new light truck products are off to a strong start” said Richard Colliver, executive vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. “The […]

LA Auto Show: Acura Advanced Sedan Concept

November 30, 2006 12:46pm

Yesterday, Honda unveiled the Acura “Advanced Sedan Concept” at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The concept was created by Acura’s Los Angeles-based advanced design team, and was designed to feature a modern, powerful exterior while retaining an ultra luxurious feel.
“The Advanced Sedan Concept illustrates Acura’s commitment to modern design and cutting-edge style,” said John Mendel, […]

Honda up 3.7 percent in October; cars down, trucks up

November 2, 2006 3:03pm

American Honda reported its October 2006 sales increased by 3.7 percent over last year. For the month, passenger car sales declined by 5.1 percent, but were more than made up for by a 15.6 percent gain in light truck sales. The Honda Division posted sales up 4.3 percent, on a 2.6 percent drop in cars […]

Acura announces pricing for 2007 MDX

September 15, 2006 6:47pm

Acura announced pricing for the all-new 2007 MDX seven-passenger crossover SUV today. Starting at a base price of $39,995, the 2007 Acura MDX will be available at Acura dealerships on October 17th. The MDX is powered by a 300-hp 3.7L V6, which is “Acura’s most powerful engine in its history.”
The Acura MDX will be available […]


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