Acura ZDX Owners to Gain Access to Tesla Supercharger Network in June 2025

Acura ZDX owners will gain access to more than 20,000 select Tesla Superchargers across the United States starting in June 2025 with the availability of the first Acura-approved NACS-CCS DC fast-charging adapter. Approved adapters will better ensure a safe and reliable charging experience for Acura customers. The adapter was tested for safety performance and compatibility with the ZDX for use at any NACS DC fast-charging point and is the only DC fast charging adapter approved by Acura.

Customers can purchase the new Acura-approved NACS-CCS DC fast-charging adapter from authorized Acura dealerships in the United States starting in June, with pricing to be confirmed closer to market introduction. Acura ZDX owners will be notified via the Acura EV apps when adapters are available to purchase and, at that time, they will also be able to use the apps to locate authorized Supercharger locations. To better ensure a safe and reliable charging experience, Tesla requires  and, accordingly, Acura strongly recommends, the use of approved adapters when charging at Tesla Supercharger stations. Damage caused by using unapproved adapters may not be covered by vehicles' limited warranties.

Honda and Acura Charging Initiatives
By 2030, Honda and Acura EV owners will have access to approximately 100,000 DC fast-charge points across North America, including the Tesla Supercharger network, all-new IONNA DC fast-charging network and the EVgo and Electrify America charging networks.

Acura ADX Makes World Debut

The Acura ADX is Acura's first-ever premium compact SUV, designed to cater to modern drivers seeking luxury and versatility. Here's what stands out:

• Performance: It features a 1.5L VTEC Turbo engine delivering 190 horsepower, with options for front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The ADX offers a smooth and dynamic driving experience, enhanced by its advanced suspension and steering systems.
• Design: The ADX boasts a sleek and sporty exterior, with premium styling elements like the Diamond Pentagon Grille and LED lighting. The A-Spec package adds performance-inspired touches, including 19-inch alloy wheels and black trim accents.
• Interior: Inside, you'll find a spacious and modern cabin with a 10.2-inch digital gauge cluster, a 9.0-inch touchscreen, and premium materials. Features like dual-zone climate control and a wireless phone charger come standard.
• Technology: The ADX is equipped with advanced safety and driver-assist features, as well as a premium audio system. It also offers multiple driving modes, including Sport and Snow, to adapt to various conditions.
• Pricing: The ADX starts at $35,000 for the base model, with higher trims like the A-Spec and A-Spec with Advance Package priced up to $44,000.

This SUV is designed to compete with other luxury compact SUVs while maintaining Acura's reputation for quality and performance.

Acura Debuts Integra Type S HRC Prototype at Monterey Car Week

The Acura Integra Type S HRC Prototype is a high-performance concept that showcases Acura's racing heritage and engineering prowess. Here are some key highlights:

• Aerodynamic Enhancements: Inspired by the Integra Type S TCX racecar, it features a larger front splitter, cooling ducts, hood vents, side splitters, and an adjustable carbon fiber rear wing for improved downforce and high-speed stability.
• Weight Reduction: The prototype is nearly 200 lbs lighter than the standard Integra Type S, thanks to the use of carbon fiber components, lightweight wheels, and the removal of non-essential features like air conditioning.
• Performance Upgrades: It includes a larger intercooler, a lightweight cat-back exhaust system, and an adjustable rear anti-roll bar to enhance engine, suspension, and braking performance.
• Interior Design: The cabin is equipped with carbon fiber Recaro bucket seats, yellow seatbelts, and Alcantara trim, emphasizing its track-focused nature.
• Exclusive Features: The prototype is finished in Indy Yellow Pearl, a color previously exclusive to the NSX supercar, and adorned with custom HRC badges.

This prototype was unveiled at Monterey Car Week and hints at a potential line of Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) performance parts for Acura enthusiasts.

Acura Performance EV Concept Makes Global Debut at Monterey Car Week

The Acura Performance EV Concept is an exciting glimpse into Acura's electrified future. Here's what stands out:

• Design Inspiration: The concept draws heavily from hydrofoil superyachts, featuring a sleek, coupe-like silhouette, a vented hood, and a distinctive rear design with a full-width taillight.
• Platform and Production: It will be the first model built on Honda's all-new EV platform and is set to be produced at the Honda EV Hub in Ohio.
• Performance Focus: Acura emphasizes that this concept showcases the brand's commitment to delivering exhilarating driving experiences in the electrified era.
• Public Debut: It was unveiled at Monterey Car Week, a prestigious event for automotive enthusiasts.

This concept is a bold step forward in Acura's electrification strategy.

First-Ever Acura ADX Will Arrive Early Next Year

The first-ever Acura ADX, a new premium SUV, will debut in early 2025. Sitting alongside the award-winning Acura Integra, the turbocharged ADX will be positioned as another gateway to the Acura brand for young premium buyers.

• Acura to add crossover at gateway of its SUV lineup, joining RDX, MDX and ZDX
• First-ever Acura ADX will build on success of the award-winning Integra
• Not much is known about the ADX, but we think it will share a lot of DNA with both the Honda HR-V and the Civic that model is based on.
• We'll have to wait for specifics on pricing and power figures, but we expect the ADX to land between the $32,995 Integra sedan and the $45,700 RDX crossover.

 

Acura Wins Sebring

 After 12 hours of hard-fought IMSA endurance racing it was Wayne Taylor Racing with Andretti Global on top, with the #40 Acura ARX-06 taking the honors in the 2024 Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring.

Starting third, the #40 crew of Deletraz, Jordan Taylor and Colton Herta led just 18 laps en route to victory, but a thrilling late-race pass in GT traffic with just four laps to go was all they needed to catapult themselves to the win.

On the way to said victory, Deletraz also set the fastest lap time in the IMSA GTP class of 1:49.497. With tonight's win, Acura moves into an early-season three-way tie for the IMSA GTP Manufacturers' Championship; while drivers Deletraz, Jordan Taylor and Herta are tied for first in the drivers' title chase.

The sister #10 Acura ARX-06 driven by Ricky Taylor, Filipe Albuquerque and Brendon Hartley led 55 laps on the day before losing a lap in pitlane after the team noticed smoke trailing from the rear of the car. Thankfully, it was a quick fix and the #10 crew was able to continue to the end where they would wind up fifth.

Most Powerful Acura Ever, All-Electric 2024 ZDX Qualifies for $7,500 U.S. EV Tax Credit

Acura today released the power ratings for the 2024 ZDX, its highly-anticipated all-electric SUV, and the high-performance ZDX Type S – the most powerful Acura ever. With a performance-tuned dual-motor AWD powertrain, ZDX Type S delivers an exhilarating 500 maximum horsepower and 544 lb.-ft. of maximum torque1 – more than the Acura NSX Type S supercar. ZDX A-Spec buyers can choose between a rear-wheel drive single-motor powertrain with 358 hp and 324 lb.-ft. of max torque1 or a more powerful dual-motor all-wheel drive configuration with 490 hp and 437 lb.-ft. of maximum torque1.

Further improving the competitive position of the ZDX, both the ZDX A-Spec and high-performance ZDX Type S are anticipated to qualify for the Federal $7,500 EV Tax Credit2 (30D) which is applied at the time of purchase. Post-credit, the ZDX A-Spec (RWD) has a starting MSRP3 of $57,000.

• All-new, all-electric Acura ZDX Type S produces 544 lb.-ft. of max torque and up to 500 hp
• Every 2024 ZDX anticipated to qualify for the full federal $7,500 tax credit
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Acura Integra Type S Wins 2024 Road & Track Performance Car of the Year Award

The high-performance Acura Integra Type S has been named Performance Car of the Year by the editors of Road & Track for its incredible power and dynamic performance paired with premium features and refinement. The flexible 5-door liftback took the top spot in the Under $100k category over significantly higher priced and more powerful, rear-wheel drive coupes.

The 2024 Road & Track Performance Car of the Year award adds to the next-gen Integra's impressive list of prestigious industry and media honors, which includes the distinguished 2023 North American Car of the YearTM and the Type S variant's 2024 Car and Driver 10Best Cars award. This is the second time Acura has been honored with a Road & Track Performance Car of the Year award, with the Acura NSX taking Performance Car of the Year honors in 2017.

• Integra claims automotive "Triple Crown" winning 2023 North American Car of the Year™, 2024 Car and Driver 10 Best Cars award and 2024 Road & Track Performance Car of the Year
• Acura Integra Type S recognized for its incredible dynamic performance and refinement at an attainable price point
• Win marks Acura's second Road & Track Performance Car of the Year trophy in the award's 10-year history

 

Acura Repeat Victory at Petit Le Mans

The 26th running of the Motul Petit Le Mans saw Acura teams and drivers take the battle for the IMSA Manufacturers', Drivers' and Teams' championships down to the final minutes of the 10-hour event today at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta.  Meyer Shank Racing prevailed in a chaotic final hour to take a second consecutive victory for Acura and the team; with Acura finishing a close third in the Manufacturers' Championship battle with three victories over the course of the nine-race season.

• Drivers Colin Braun, Tom Blomqvist and Helio Castroneves make late-race charge to victory in #60 MSR Acura ARX-06
• Second consecutive victory for MSR and Acura in season-ending IMSA endurance event at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta
• Third win for the hybrid-powered ARX-06 prototype in debut 2023 season

Motul Petit Le Mans Acura Race Results

• 1st GTP - #60 Tom Blomqvist, Colin Braun and Helio Castroneves; Meyer Shank Racing Acura ARX-06
• 9th GTP - #10 Filipe Albuquerque, Ricky Taylor and Louis Deletraz; Wayne Taylor Racing with Andretti Autosport Acura ARX-06 [Did not finish – contact]
• 14th GTD - #93 Ashton Harrison, Kyle Marcelli and Danny Formal; Racers Edge Motorsports with WTRAndretti Acura NSX GT3 Evo22
• 15th GTD -  #66 Katherine Legge, Sheena Monk and Marc Miller; Gradient Racing Acura NSX GT3 Evo22 [Did not finish – mechanical]

Honda and Acura Electric Vehicles Will Have Access to Largest EV Charging Networks in North America

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. today announced that it has reached agreements with EVgo and Electrify America, plus roaming network partners, giving Honda and Acura EV customers access to more of the largest charging networks in North America. These latest agreements are in addition to the recent announcement that Honda will adopt the NACS charging standard with Honda and Acura EVs gaining access to the Tesla Supercharger network.

• New agreements add single-app access to EVgo and Electrify America charging networks, plus roaming partners, through the HondaLink® and Acura EV apps
• Honda and Acura customers will have access to Tesla Supercharger stations nationwide
• Joint venture with seven leading automakers, including Honda, will create a new high-powered fast charging network

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Acura Previews Performance Electric Vision Design Study

Acura today gave enthusiasts an unexpected sneak peek at its latest Electric Vision during its annual event at the world-famous Monterey Car Week. Created by the Acura Design Studio in Los Angeles, the electrifying design study with thrilling performance proportions; powerfully sculpted, contrast surfacing; and striking neon green lighting signature further explores the future evolution of Precision Crafted Performance design language as the performance brand transitions to a zero-emissions future.

 

Acura Integra Type S Has Starring Role in Anime Series

The action-packed Acura anime series, Chiaki’s Journey, returns today for its highly-anticipated second season with four new entertaining episodes. Introducing the new 2024 Acura Integra Type S, the most powerful, best performing Integra ever, the turbocharged new season of Chiaki’s Journey will debut during the 48th annual Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach.

 

2024 Acura Integra Type S

Integra Type S elevates Acura Precision Crafted Performance to new levels with class-leading power and dynamic capabilities paired with premium features and refinement

Most powerful, best performing Integra ever boasts a 320 horsepower turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, six-speed manual transmission, and 4-piston Brembo® front brakes

Instantly recognizable as a Type S, the high-performance Integra features a substantially wider stance with 2.8-inch blistered fenders housing high performance summer tires

Premium technologies include 9-inch touchscreen with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto integration, Head Up Display and 16-speaker ELS Studio 3D® audio

Airbag Technology Earns Honda Engineer the Highest Safety Engineering Excellence Award from U.S. Government

Honda safety engineer Eric Heitkamp today received the highest honor bestowed by the U.S. Department of Transportation for his work in leading the creation of a groundbreaking front passenger airbag design.  Heitkamp accepted the U.S. Government Award for Safety Engineering Excellence at the 2023 Enhanced Safety of Vehicles (ESV) conference in Yokohama, Japan. Designed to decrease the chance of serious brain injury, the new passenger front airbag technology is now standard equipment in the Acura MDX, Acura TLX and Honda Pilot.

The U.S. Government Awards for Safety Engineering Excellence recognize individuals who have made exceptional scientific contributions in the field of motor vehicle safety engineering and for distinguished service to the motoring public. This is the 2nd consecutive excellence award won by a U.S.-based Honda engineer, with Sue Bai recognized at the 2019 ESV conference, the last time these awards were presented, for industry-leading efforts in connected vehicle technology.

Limited-Production TLX Type S PMC in Menacing Matte Gotham Gray

Acura is creating 50 hand-assembled TLX Type S PMC Editions finished in Gotham Gray matte paint, the signature color of the performance brand’s NSX Type S supercar. The unique paint utilizes a clear matte metallic finish to give the TLX Type S an even more sinister appearance. Mirroring the production of 50 Gotham Gray NSX Type S models built for the U.S. market, the 50 handcrafted high-performance sedans will enter production next month at the company’s Performance Manufacturing Center (PMC) in Ohio and arrive at select dealers this spring priced at $65,000.

2023 Acura Integra Named as North American Car of the Year

The 2023 Acura Integra fulfilled its high expectations by earning the prestigious 2023 North American Car of the Year award, recognized for its sporty design, engaging driving experience, versatile package and premium features. The new performance gateway of the Acura brand, the next-gen Integra completes Acura's return to Precision Crafted Performance with 200 horsepower and the only available manual transmission in its class. It has quickly become the best-selling model in the premium sport compact segment and has the highest percentage of buyers under 35-years old in the class.

This is the second time Acura has been honored with a North American Car or Truck of the Year award. The 2001 Acura MDX also took North American Truck of the Year honors.

All-New and All-Electric AcuraZDX TypeS?

The Acura twitter posted about an all-new and all-electric Acura ZDX Type S.

• First full-electric model coming to market in 2024 will be a performance SUV called the Acura ZDX
• Acura Type S performance variants will continue to put the driver experience first in the electrified future with ZDX Type S
• Acura will continue to be the tip of the spear for electrification and digitalization for American Honda

Acura today announced that its first all-new full-electric SUV coming to market in 2024 will be named the Acura ZDX. Demonstrating its commitment to performance in the electrified era, Acura will also launch with a ZDX Type S variant, as the brand continues to focus on putting the driver experience first. The ZDX will be the first production model to feature many of the styling themes of the new Acura design direction introduced during Monterey Car Week in the form of the Acura Precision EV Concept.

The ZDX is being co-developed with GM utilizing the highly flexible global EV platform powered by Ultium batteries. Acura then will launch additional EV models starting in 2026 based on the company’s own global e:Architecture.

"The Acura ZDX represents the start to what will be an accelerated path toward electrification by the end of the decade and the key role the Acura brand will play in our company’s global goal to achieve carbon neutrality in 2050," said Emile Korkor, assistant vice president of Acura National Sales. “Acura will remain focused on performance in the electrified era and Type S will continue to represent the pinnacle of this direction.” 

The ZDX will be Acura’s first zero-emissions SUV and the name pays homage to a previous Acura model of the same name, which was the first vehicle styled from the ground up in the Acura Design Studio which opened in Los Angeles in 2007. The new ZDX is now being styled in the same Acura Design Studio.

In April 2021, Honda global CEO Toshihiro Mibe outlined the company’s vision for global sales of electrified vehicles as part of Honda’s strategy to achieve carbon neutrality for its products and corporate activities by 2050. This vision called for 100-percent of the company’s North American sales to be battery-electric and fuel cell electric vehicles by 2040.