When Acura and Marvel Collide
May 18, 2011 by Jen Stadler
Filed under Acura, Automotive, Movie
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The Destroyer about to take out some Acuras Image: Marvel Studios
It’s an undeniable fact that movies and product placement go together like peas and carrots. Peanut butter and jelly. Unicorns and glitter (just kidding). These days, when I pay half my week’s salary, or roughly the GDP of a small undeveloped nation, to see a movie, I expect to be bombarded with a thinly veiled ad to buy something or another. Often, it’s integrated cleverly into a scene like a character using a new flip-cam, cell phone or eating at a certain restaurant. I clearly remember watching Twister and noting the the “bad guys” in their sleek, shiny long caravan of black…Dodge Caravans (I see what you did there, Marketing Department). It seems modern movie-makers though are taking it one step further. Thor, which recently debuted, features the entire Acura lineup and makes no bones about it. Read more
2009 New York International Auto Show: Acura ZDX Debuts
April 10, 2009 by Malcolm Hogan
Filed under Acura, Auto Show, Automotive, Featured, SUV
As a follow-up to our previous post on the teaser images of the upcoming Acura ZDX we have new official photos including one from Autoblog of the Acura ZDX on display at the New York International Auto Show.
It is rather obvious that the Acura ZDX is aimed directly at the BMW X6 with the low swooping roof line very reminiscent of the Bavarian crossover. The production ZDX will be powered by a V6 via an SH-awd 6 speed transmission setup similar to other current Acura models. While a bit sportier than the Acura MDX, the ZDX approaches to be even more car-like. Below is the press release of the new Acura ZDX with additional specs and information.
[source: Acura, Autoblog]
2009 New York International Auto Show Preview: Acura ZDX Crossover
March 30, 2009 by Malcolm Hogan
Filed under Acura, Auto Show, Automotive, Concept Vehicle, Featured, SUV
We already knew everyone was going after BMW right? Even Honda’s luxury division, Acura, has its eyes on targeting the Bavarian pacesetter even when it comes to BMW’s latest sports crossover vehicles including the X6. What is Acura’s answer to the BMW X6? It is the Acura ZDX crossover which is slated to debut at this year’s New York International Auto show this week. Also news about the new Acura ZDX is that it will be going on sale this fall. Expected power plants may include a turbocharged version of the widely used 3.7-liter 305hp V6 found in the MDX and RL or it could be derivative of the TL’s 3.5-liter engine with the addition of a turbo.
[source: Acura]
Images and Press release below after the jump:
2009 Acura RDX SH-AWD w/ Technology Package Test Drive
February 18, 2009 by Harvey Schwartz
Filed under Acura, Automotive, Featured, SUV, Test Drives
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When you drive the new 2009 Acura RDX SH-AWD crossover you are not only piloting a versatile sport utility but also a high-performing sedan.
The evolution of the luxury performance SUV crossover took a significant leap forward with the arrival of the Acura RDX turbocharged crossover vehicle. The immediate response of power from Acura’s first-ever turbocharged engine, combined with the breakthrough technology of Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD), delivers adrenaline pumping performance in an efficient SUV package. It is a unique blend of performance and superior handling for buyers looking for more than just the status quo from a SUV. The RDX was conceived as the ideal vehicle for drivers with active lifestyles who are in search of a compact, sporty and responsive weekday ride, and a weekend getaway vehicle with the versatility to match their active recreational lifestyles.
2009 Acura TL SH-AWD Test Drive
February 4, 2009 by Malcolm Hogan
Filed under Acura, Automotive, Featured, Test Drives
Since its first introduction, the Acura TL entry-level luxury performance sedan has set lofty standards in its class for styling, performance, comfort and technology. Available for 2009 in two distinctly different models, TL and TL SH-AWD, the all-new forth generation Acura TL dramatically expands its capabilities and appeal with evocative styling, a choice of two VTEC powertrains, including a new 305hp V6, and TL’s first-ever application of Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD).
Once you get beyond the new front end with the smiley face with an overbite, you’ll appreciate the larger dimensions, optimized suspension, a new Sequential SportShift transmission, plus an available Technology Package featuring a comprehensive list of navigation and communication aids, the all-new 2009 TL offers more appeal than ever before. Along with an available Acura/ELS premium 10-speaker surround sound system and an all-new AcuraLink weather feature, the new TL is by far the most technologically advanced sedan in Acura’s history.
