Acura 'Gears Up' to Take NSX Racing

Honda has made clear its intentions to take the NSX racing, both in its home country of Japan, and America, and with the announcement of a new technical partnership today that becomes a step closer to reality.

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Honda, Acura Recalling 250,000 Vehicles for Self-Braking Glitch

Honda has announced a recall of roughly 250,000 vehicles globally for an electronics glitch that could cause the brakes to be applied even when the the pedal has not been pressed.

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Mercedes Ranked First Among Women Car Shoppers

Mercedes-Benz topped the list of car brands as rated by women on both purchasing experiences and browsing experiences at dealerships according to a new report.

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Acura Gets $1 Billion Investment From Honda to Get Its Groove Back

After a near-death experience at Acura four years ago, Honda is now putting $1 billion into the brand, in order to make more appealing products for U.S. customers.

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2013 Acura TSX Review – Video

Enthusiasts rejoiced when Acura first introduced the TSX (Touring Sportscar eXperimental) 10 years ago.  Based on the European Honda Accord, the TSX checked off all the right boxes for Honda’s faithful with a tautly styled body, high revving four cylinder engine, slick shifting manual transmission and, of course, handling responses that have no business being found on a front-wheel drive car. 

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2014 Acura MDX to Bow at New York Auto Show

After showcasing a prototype at the Detroit Auto Show, Acura is planning to reveal the production version of the 2014 MDX at the New York Auto Show at the end of next month, AutoGuide has learned.

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RAV4, Tahoe, Crosstour Top SUV Vehicle Dependability Study

J.D. Power and Associates has released its 2013 Vehicle Dependability Study, listing the top-rated SUVs from their segments.

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Top 10 Cars Favored by Gen Y

How do you get Generation Y interested in cars? To answer that question perhaps the best move is to take a look at what cars they do already like.

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Acura Won't Compete in Small Crossover Segment: Exec

With luxury rivals Buick,  Mercedes and Audi all readying sub-compact utility vehicles, Acura is content with its current crossover lineup.

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Acura ILX Won't Get Early Refresh Says Exec

With disappointing sales, the Acura ILX will not join the Honda Civic in getting an early refresh.

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2014 Acura RLX Review – Video

Imagine for a second that you are driving along a slippery snow-covered road. Despite going cautiously, you’ve overestimated the level of grip and enter a right-handed corner too fast. The car begins to plow into the other lane, pushing left in the direction physics wants to take it while you (exacerbating the situation) fight to add steering to make it turn.

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Mazda, Lexus Top KBB 2013 Cost-to-Own Awards

Each year, Kelly Blue Book awards automakers with the five-year cost to own awards, and for 2013, Mazda and Lexus take top honors. 

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2013 Honda Accord Adds Siri Along With Acura ILX, RDX

Elaborating on an earlier announcement, Honda just confirmed today that three of its 2013 models will come with Apple’s Siri voice recognition technology.

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European Honda Accord to Live on: Brand Boss Says

Honda’s European Accord, better known in the U.S. as the Acura TSX, is under development.

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2014 Acura MDX Prototype Video, First Look: 2013 Detroit Auto Show

It might not be a dramatic departure from the current Acura MDX, but there is plenty new about this prototype.

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2014 Acura RLX to Start at $48,450

Acura’s flagship RLX will hit dealers on March 15 of this year, and the brand has just released the pricing structure for the car, which will have a base MSRP of $48,450, excluding a delivery fee of $895.

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Acura NSX Concept II Video, First Look: 2013 Detroit Auto Show

Easily the showstopper of day two of the Detroit Auto Show, Acura re-released its NSX concept, for the first time ever showing the hybrid supercar’s interior.

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Acura NSX Interior Revealed at 2013 Detroit Auto Show

Acura’s NSX supercar is still two years from being production-ready, but the brand brought its concept car to Detroit again this year, only this time to show its interior.

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2014 Acura MDX Prototype Gets New V6, Jewel Eye Lights: 2013 Detroit Auto Show

Wearing the same “Jewel Eye” headlights as the new RLX, Acura unveiled its next-generation 2014 MDX SUV in prototype form today at the Detroit Auto Show.

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Acura NSX Production Model Rumored for Detroit Auto Show Debut

Despite previously confirming that Acura would not unveil its production model NSX at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show, a photo on the Internet is raising speculation that that might not be the case.

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Acura ILX to Be Tweaked for Better Value

Disappointing sales are pushing Acura to rethink its entry-level ILX sedan with the goal of shedding its “near luxury” image.

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Top 10 Worst Selling Vehicles of 2012

After checking out the top 10 best selling vehicles of last year, it’s now time to take a look at the worst performers on dealerships lots.

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14 Cars Axed in 2012

As 2012 winds to an end, AutoGuide looks back at all the vehicles that received the axe this year, some that will be missed, while others surely won’t be.

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Most Researched New and Used Cars of 2012: Consumer Reports

As 2012 comes to an end, it’s always interesting to see what vehicles were most popular on everyone’s research list for the year.

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2013 Acura TL Review

It certainly raises eyebrows when even the company behind a car admits it might have gone too far with a design language. That’s exactly what happened this year when Acura brand executives said the buck-tooth bird beak, or whatever you want to call it, might be too much for some buyers.

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2013 Acura TSX Sport Wagon Priced From $31,860

Acura has announced pricing on its 2013 model year TSX Sport Wagon model, increasing its base MSRP by $500 to $31,860 (excluding $895 destination charge).

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Seven Days of Dream Garages: Day One by Jason Siu

Forget the 12 days of Christmas. This is the seven days of dream garages.

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Acura ILX to Keep Base Engine, NSX to Cost More Than GT-R

Rumors of Acura dropping the base 2.0-liter engine from its lineup have been debunked, as the Japanese automaker spoke out on the speculation revolving its newest sedan.

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Acura RDX Named 2013 AutoGuide.com Reader's Choice Luxury Crossover of the Year

Chosen by you, the readers, AutoGuide.com can announce the winner in its first-ever Reader’s Choice Luxury Crossover of the Year Award — the 2013 Acura RDX.

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2014 Acura MDX Prototype Teased, Heading to 2013 Detroit Auto Show

Acura has announced that it’ll be heading to the 2013 Detroit Auto Show with a prototype of its next-generation MDX SUV model.

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Acura ILX to Drop Base 2.0L Engine

So far, the Acura ILX’s sales have been a disappointment for the Japanese automaker and it appears that the underpowered 2.0-liter engine might be to blame with reports it will be cut from the lineup. 

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2014 Acura RLX Sourcing Infotainment From Agero

Connected services company Agero will provide Acura’s “AcuraLink” infotainment system in the upcoming 2014 RLX.

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Honda 3-Cylinder Engines a Possibility, Exec Says

Ever more stringent CAFE requirements in the U.S. and CO2 regulations in Europe are squeezing automakers like never before. They’re turning to technologies and fuels they would have never considered just 10 years ago. What’s Honda’s strategy to meet these standards?

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2014 Acura RLX Video, First Look: 2012 LA Auto Show

The all new Acura RLX was just revealed down at the 2012 LA Auto Show as the brand’s new flagship model. 

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2014 Acura RLX is a Full-Size Luxury Sedan in a Mid-Size Package

Looking to bridge the gap between mid-size and full-size luxury sedans, Acura has unveiled its new RLX flagship model at the Los Angeles Auto Show today.

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Acura ILX Sales Falling Short of Expectations

A sodium pentothal-loaded needle might be nice every now and again when auto executives lend predictions; that or a crystal ball, and here’s why.

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Honda Collection Hall Photo Gallery Tour

It’s the dream of every Honda fanboy; a tour of the Honda Collection Hall.

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Honda Planning Three-Tier Hybrid Range

First announced as part of the upcoming Acura NSX and RLX, Honda is developing a three-stage hybrid rollout strategy that will include applications specifically targeted to premium, mid-size and compact models.

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2014 Acura RLX Prototype Test Drive

Looking nearly identical to a Honda Accord, the 19-inch wheels and Michelin high performance rubber are a strong indication that something more impressive lurks underneath.

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2014 Acura RLX to Get Innovative All-Wheel Steering

While the big hype surrounding the all-new Acura RLX luxury flagship sedan is its electric all-wheel drive system, front-drive models will gain a new all-wheel steering system to help maximize performance and safety.

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Top 10 Cars Every Car Guy Needs to Know

So, you call yourself a car guy. Fair enough, you’ve browsed on over to AutoGuide so you must have at least a little petroleum in your veins. But are you a true automobile enthusiast? Do you know your accelerator pump from your synchronizer? Here are 10 vehicles every car guy needs to know about.

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Vote for the AutoGuide Reader's Choice Car of the Year for a Chance to Win $1,000 in Gas

With the end of the year upon us, it’s time to get your votes ready for our Reader’s Choice awards. Have your say and cast a vote for your favorites in six different categories of cars, including our overall Reader’s Choice Car of the Year.

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Hurricane Sandy Hammers Luxury Car Brands

Hurricane Sandy ravaged much of the U.S. East coast this week, as the so-called “Frankenstorm” powered her way over the Appalachian Mountains, carrying rain and winds as far as the Midwest. Not surprisingly the automotive industry has been impacted by her rampage.

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Acura NSX Roadster Concept is Too Good to Be True: 2012 SEMA Show

Virtually seen by everyone in the world in the recent Avengers movie, the Acura NSX Roadster concept makes it most recent public appearance at the 2012 SEMA Show.

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Supercharged Acura ILX Concept is Built for the Streets: 2012 SEMA Show

Making its debut today at the 2012 SEMA Show is a custom Acura ILX ‘Street Build’ that shows what the ILX is capable of with some aftermarket goods.

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Acura ILX Endurance Racer Video, First Look: 2012 SEMA Show

Acura is set to go racing in the near future with a track-prepped version of its new ILX compact premium sedan.

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Acura ILX Endurance Racer Revealed: 2012 SEMA Show

Aiming to showcase the car’s sporty side while helping further develop its potential, Acura is taking its new ILX luxury sports sedan racing.

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Acura TLX Badge Trademarked

Acura has trademarked the name TLX, a moniker which will sit on the TL successor, which will be a merging of the existing TL and TSX. 

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Acura NSX Headed to Detroit in Production Form

Only a year ago  Acura unveiled its NSX concept car as a V6 hybrid, now word of the production car debuting at the same show is trickling out. 

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2014 Acura MDX Spotted Testing – Spy Photos

The 2014 Acura MDX has dropped its heavy camo in the latest set of spy photos seen here, showing that the classic Acura beak will stay intact.

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Acura ZDX: Disliked and Discontinued

While Honda plays doctor with its unpopular Crosstour, Acura is taking on a different role for its 2013 ZDX crossover: Mortician.

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Six (Lame) Excuses Not to Buy a Hybrid

With an almost never ending list of myths and rumors, few vehicles are as misunderstood as the hybrid.

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Acura ILX Race Cars Head to 2012 SEMA Show

The Acura ILX race cars built by Team Honda Research West in collaboration with Honda Performance Development and Solo Motorsports will be on display at SEMA this year.

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2013 Acura RDX Vs 2012 Audi Q5

Projected to be one of the largest growth segments in the auto industry, Acura is looking to go from a back marker to a major player with the launch of its second-generation RDX. A solid offering, how does it stack up against stalwart German competition like the Audi Q5?

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Acura RDX Appears in The Avengers Deleted Scene – Video

Marvel’s The Avengers was one of the biggest movies released this summer, and now it’s hit DVD shelves all across America. Those grabbing the Blu-ray copy are treated to a collection of deleted scenes, one of which features the all-new Acura RDX.

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2013 Acura TSX Gets $500 Increase, Priced from $31,405

To help widen the gap between the Acura TSX model from the smaller, newly-released ILX, the Japanese automaker has increased its pricing $500 across every trim level for the 2013 model year.

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Small NSX Might be back on the Table

Rumblings of a smaller version of the new Acura NSX are resurfacing after Honda shelved the project during the financial crisis.  

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2014 Acura RLX Coming to 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show

Originally seen at the 2012 New York Auto Show as a concept, it has now been confirmed that the production version of the Acura RLX will bow at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.

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Should You Buy a Car With All-Wheel Drive?

It’s every driver’s nightmare to lose grip in slippery conditions, but is that a good enough reason to buy a new car with all-wheel drive?

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2013 Acura ILX Awarded IIHS Top Safety Pick

Joining Acura‘s already impressive family of IIHS Top Safety Pick vehicles is its newest ILX model, which was just awarded the highest possible score of good in all four tests, including the roof-strength test.

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