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Acura Automobiles: 2012 Acura RL
Posted on 13. Oct, 2011 by Jeff.
Acura’s flagship, the RL sedan, again proves that refined luxury need not be without performance adrenaline. The RL’s combination of performance, technology, aggressive styling and safety ensure that Acura’s premier sedan maintains its competitive position among top tier luxury performance sedans. Plus, the RL allows the driver to be well connected to the world- through [...]
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Acura Automobiles: 2012 Acura RL
Posted on 13. Oct, 2011 by Jeff.
Powertrain Overview The 2012 RL features a 3.7-liter SOHC VTEC® V-6 engine that delivers outstanding power and torque to provide brisk acceleration, effortless cruising and excellent fuel efficiency The crankshaft of the RL is positioned transversely (side to side) rather than longitudinally (front to rear) which allows the RL engine to be packaged more tightly [...]
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Acura Automobiles: 2012 Acura RL
Posted on 13. Oct, 2011 by Jeff.
BODY DESIGN STRUCTURE The 2012 Acura RL incorporates exterior bodywork that generates a crisp, yet muscular, luxury performance sedan. The RL combines its dynamic exterior and interior design with advanced body and chassis engineering. The result is distinctive and appealing styling, together with excellent maneuverability on the road. To ensure that the RL has exceptional [...]
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Acura Automobiles: 2012 Acura RL
Posted on 13. Oct, 2011 by Jeff.
CHASSIS OVERVIEW Quick handling response, nimble performance, high dynamic capabilities, outstanding ride comfort, safety features and a fun-to-drive character aptly describe the 2012 Acura RL chassis. The RL features a highly rigid unit body that teams with an Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) front frame structure to provide an excellent platform for the four-wheel independent suspension. [...]
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Acura Automobiles: 2012 Acura RL
Posted on 13. Oct, 2011 by Jeff.
INTERIOR OVERVIEW Acura is known for its outstanding array of user relevant technology, and the 2012 RL further expands on this concept. The navigation system features continuously updated traffic maps now covering 130 major metropolitan areas within the United States and Canada, and also offers Traffic Rerouting™ to help navigate around slow-downs. The 2012 RL [...]
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Acura Automobiles: Acura Announces Special Edition Model for TSX Sports Sedan
Posted on 29. Aug, 2011 by Jeff.
Continuing the celebration of its 25th anniversary, Acura today announced the availability of a new version of the popular TSX sports sedan for the 2012 model year. Designed to evoke the fun-to-drive 4-cylinder Acuras of the past, the TSX Special Edition will add even more sportiness to the TSX lineup thanks to numerous exterior and [...]
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Acura Automobiles: The Acura RDX Continues to be the Right "Right Sized" SUV for Today’s World
Posted on 16. Aug, 2011 by Jeff.
In tough economic times, choosing the right vehicle has never been more important. Blending a smart balance of sport and utility, the 2012 Acura RDX offers a “right sized” package matched with a turbocharged powertrain and the available sure-footedness of Acura’s acclaimed Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™— all wrapped in supple luxury. The evolution of the [...]
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Acura Automobiles: Acura Announces July 2011 Sales Results
Posted on 02. Aug, 2011 by Jeff.
While the MDX luxury SUV remained Acura’s best selling model, Acura sedan sales edged out light truck sales in July. Acura total car sales for July were 4,762, down 24.4 percent based on daily selling rate*. Total sales for Acura were 9,402 units (down 25.0 percent) while year-to-date sales reached 70,082— down 5.5 percent. “Although [...]
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Acura Automobiles: Acura Announces June 2011 Sales Results
Posted on 01. Jul, 2011 by Jeff.
Acura posted June sales of 8,708, a decrease of 22.8 percent compared to June 2010, based on the daily selling rate*. Year-to-date sales totaled 60,680 units, down 1.4 percent. Although production limitations caused by the March 11 earthquake in Japan continued to improve, reduced vehicle supplies adversely affected June sales results. The MDX continued as [...]
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Acura Automobiles: Honda Achieves Its Best-Ever Result in 2011 J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study
Posted on 23. Jun, 2011 by Jeff.
The Honda brand earned its best-ever ranking in J.D. Power and Associates’ Initial Quality StudySM (IQS) for 2011, finishing second among all surveyed brands, including premium makes, the company announced today. Honda also led the industry with seven models earning the highest initial quality ranking in their respective segments, including its top-selling Accord and Civic [...]
