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2022 Acura NSX Type S manages to break a record! Details and VIDEO here!

2021-Acura-NSX-Type-S-910 The new 2022 Acura NSX Type S proved itself worthy at the iconic Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach street circuit yesterday, establishing a new production car course lap record of 1:32:784, nearly three seconds quicker than the previous best. Pilot was Ricky Taylor, driver of the No. 10 Konica Minolta Acura ARX-05 for Wayne Taylor Racing and two-time and defending IMSA prototype series champion. The historic run eclipsed the previous 2-mile course record of 1:35.663 set in 2019 by Sports Car Club of America Hall-of-Famer Peter Cunningham driving a production-spec 2019 NSX.

Long Beach is such a fun track, but definitely challenging with so little margin for error, said Ricky Taylor after the record setting run, Thankfully, the new Acura NSX Type S is not only crazy fast, it’s also remarkably easy to control at the limit. It’s a very special car and perfectly suited for a track like this.

2022 Acura NSX Type S

Delivering the ultimate driving experience, the new 2022 Acura NSX Type S raises the already impressive performance of Acura’s cutting-edge electrified supercar to new levels. The enhanced twin-turbocharged V6 shares its turbos with the NSX GT3 Evo race car and the total output from the NSX’s revolutionary three-motor Sport Hybrid SH-AWD power unit has been increased to 600-horsepower and 492 lb.-ft. of torque.

Instantly recognizable by its aggressive styling, NSX Type S is as purposeful as it is beautiful. A distinctive new front fascia with a wider air inlet increases engine cooling and an NSX GT3-inspired rear diffuser improves its aerodynamic performance. Every angle has been carefully crafted by designers and engineers working closely together to enhance the supercar’s performance as well as create a distinct and dramatic design.

In celebration of the final year of NSX production, just 350 limited edition Type S models will be built, with 300 units destined for U.S. customers.

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September 28, 2021

Acura NSX GT3 Racecar is hot and sweaty on the racetrack

Acura reveals first official images of NSX GT3 Racecar

The first official images of the Acura NSX GT3 racecar have been revealed, showing the car sexy and sweaty on the racetrack. The twin-turbocharged NSX GT3 was shot with its exposed carbon fiber bodywork at GingerMan Raceway in South Haven, MI. This happens at the time of continuous development at circuits throughout the United States. Acura is actually preparing to campaign the vehicle in North America in 2017 and at the same time it is slated for homologation as an FIA GT3 class racecar this fall.

But we believe that this time the task Acura has undertaken is way easier, since the racer is built over the very solid basis of the production NSX. As they both share many similarities, the most major one is the 3.5-liter, 75-degree, twin turbocharged DOHC V-6 engine. In both cars are used the same design specifications, including the block, heads, valvetrain, crankshaft, pistons and dry sump lubrication system. However, the GT3 comes equipped with 6-speed, sequential-shift racing gearbox, delivering power to the rear wheels.

To go further into details, the Acura NSX GT3 racecar has been given custom bodywork and aero components, namely large deck wing spoiler and underbody diffuser. We spot enlarged hood vents, which serve to cool down the (probably) uprated engine.

Acura NSX GT3 Racecar side view

By the way, the NSX GT3 has abundant legacy of Acura sports car racing campaigns and championships. These include the 1991, 1992 and 1993 IMSA Camel Lights as well as the 2009 American LeMans championships. Acura is currently campaigning a couple of TLX GT cars with Real Time Racing in the Pirelli World Challenge.

The first development stages of the NSX GT3 racecar were conducted on race circuits in Europe and Japan. Besides the additional development testing, the racer is under final homologation to FIA GT3 global racing specifications. Acura NSX GT3 will be produced by company’s Performance Manufacturing Center in Ohio, which is also responsible for the birth of the production NSX. More details to follow soon.

Source: Acura

July 8, 2016

Nasty Acura NSX EV Concept is about to conquer Pikes Peak with winner Tetsuya Yamano behind the wheel

The supercar is driven by world’s first all-electric four-motor SH-AWD drivetrain

Tetsuya Yamano will again be featured in Acura’s team for Pikes Peak, but this year he will be sitting behind the steering wheel of an NSX EV Concept (he is currently making extensive tests). He is going to be competing in the Electric Modified Class, raising the bars high. Last year he was first in the Challenge Exhibition class with a time of 10:23.829 in an all-electric Honda CR-Z prototype. The Japanese brand is also running two NSX hybrids in the hill challenge.

But what’s the difference between the CR-Z and the NSX EV? Well, both are driven by the same powertrain, which won last year’s Pikes Peak Challenge Exhibition class. However, Acura’s EV Concept features a further evolution of the experimental all-electric unit. In other words, the supercar will be driven by world’s first 4-motor Super Handling All-Wheel Drive drivetrain, or how Acura named it – the SH-AWD.

In short, the benefit is that the electric SH-AWD powertrain enables four-wheel independent torque allocation, thus producing three times the total system output of last year’s electric prototype. All of this is put inside NSX’ body to look more dramatic and menacing. And it is most certainly the best looking EV we have seen for a while. Unfortunately, only in a concept variant.

Acura NSX EV Concept rear view

“So, what’s the deal with the SH-AWD hype,” you might ask.The secret hides in the application of separate Twin Motor Units (TMUs) on each axle. This is how Acura actually achieved independent torque distribution to all four corners. In addition, the new technology uses highly responsive acceleration characteristics. Combined with the regeneration capability of electric motors, this further advances the torque vectoring systems that are currently applied to NSX. The experience and knowledge gained will be utilized in Acura’s RLX and the upcoming MDX.

Acura NSX EV Concept with its high-output electric motors and 4-motor torque vectoring will compete in the 156 complex corners up Pikes Peak on June 26^th.

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June 21, 2016

Acura showcases two new NSX models: what should we know for brand’s future plans?

2017 Acura NSX Acura will showcase two NSX supercars at the special 100th Anniversary of the Broadmoor Piles Peak International Hill Climb on June 26. This will mark brand’s North American race debut with the all-new 2017 NSX machines.

Both vehicles will compete in the Time Attack 1 and 2 classes and will be piloted by brothers James and Nick Robinson, both from brand’s North American Engineering team. Also, Acura will showcase a special NSX-inspired prototype in the Electric Modified Class that will demonstrate brand’s future plans for all-electric, 4-motor Super Handling All-Wheel-Drive system.

2017 Acura NSX

A dedicated team of North American R&D engineers have been working on both NSX vehicles that now feature the same three-motor Sport Hybrid Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive unit. What is special about this system is not just the long name, but also the featured V6 engine, paired to a 9-speed dual clutch gearbox and Rear Direct Drive Motor.

Also, the supercar-inspired 4-motor EV Concept will be personally driven by Tetsuya Yamato, who campaigned last year’s CR-Z electric prototype. The Electric Vehicle Concept combines an all-wheel-drive system, Electric SH-AWD powertrain with world’s first technology for four-wheel independent torque allocation. This whole system is a sort of revolutionized CR-Z prototype engine system that produces three times the total output of last year’s electric prototype. Sweet.

2017 Acura NSX

Also, as Official Pace Car sponsor, Acura will feature three pace vehicles: the NSX, the seven-passenger MDX performance-luxury SUV and the TLX sports sedan and the TLX sports sedan. President Polyphony Digital and Producer of the Gran Turismo series Kazunori Yamauchi and Pikes Peak legends Randy Schranz and Leonard Vahsholtz will lead the field of 100 entrants to the top of the 14,115-foot Colorado peak.

Source: Acura

June 10, 2016

Why the first production 2017 Acura NSX is a big moment for the brand and for everyone living in Ohio [w/videos]

2017 Acura NSX front view 2017 Acura NSX is finally here! The first serial production 2017 Acura NSX rolled-off the line of the new Performance Manufacturing Center (PMC) in Marysville, Ohio. In fact, this is a big moment for the Japanese brand, because it is a culmination of more than 30 years of manufacturing experience. Based on the work of many expert technicians and with the involvement of their passion, this car has achieved major innovations in its design and manufacturing, thus delivering incredible precision crafted performance.

The happiest person on Earth now is the first customer, Rick Hendrick, who had taken the delivery of the VIN 001. For the modest amount of $1.2 million USD he won the bid at the Barrett-Jackson auction in January. The proceeds are going to two children’s charities: Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation and Camp Southern Ground.

Hendrick’s Acura NSX is painted in Valencia Red Pearl and features VIN 001 interwoven wheels, carbon ceramic brake rotors, leather and Alcantara interior trim and carbon fiber upgrades including the engine cover, roof, and rear decklid spoiler.

2017 NSX is actually the only supercar designed, developed and manufactured in the U.S., and specifically in Ohio. It is produced exclusively at the Performance Manufacturing Center (PMC) there. This center was designed to blend human craftsmanship and advanced technologies in order to achieve and deliver superior quality and precision crafted performance.

In addition, at the PMC have been developed 12 patent-pending technologies and other advanced methods of producing a made-to-order supercar. At the plant there have been also made innovations to the NSX construction, painting, assembly and quality.

In another location (Anna, Ohio) is positioned Acura’s largest engine plant. There master builders hand-assemble the NSX’s 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V-6 engine. The unit is connected to an advanced 9-speed dual clutch transmission and rear direct drive electric motor. At last, the powerplant is installed at the PMC, as it is the front-mounted Twin Motor Unit, which enables electrically powered torque vectoring.

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May 25, 2016

Acura Reveals the NSX GT3 Racer in New York

Acura NSX GT3 Race Car and Acura NSX Acura NSX GT3 Race Car was unveiled at the New York International Auto Show yesterday. The twin-turbocharged NSX supercar is about to be featured in a campaign in North America starting in 2017. What is currently happening with the NSX? It is undergoing testing and this means that this fall it will be slated for homologation as an FIA GT3 class racecar.

The car featured at the event has its custom bodywork and aero components. These include large deck wing spoiler, underbody diffuser and enlarged hood vents. Of course, the latter serve in terms of engine cooling. Speaking of which, it is the NSX GT3 will be powered by a 3.5-liter, 75-degree, twin turbocharged DOHC V-6 unit, a.k.a. the same one in the production 2017 Acura NSX. The powerplant will be mated to a six-speed sequential-shift racing gearbox, driving the rear wheels.

Another thing in common between the production and the GT3 NSX is that the latter will utilize the ultra-rigid and lightweight multi-material body of the production model, which comprises of with aluminum-intensive space frame. It will be produced by the Performance Manufacturing Center in Ohio as the twin turbocharged V-6 engine.

Acura NSX GT3 Race Car Interior

The NSX GT3 was initially developed by the race engineering team of Acura and additionally tested in Europe and Japan. The FIA GT3 global racing specifications are currently being undertaken by the company’s North American race engineering group.

The production variant of the 2017 Acura NSX will be launched on the market this spring. The serial production begins in late April at Acura’s Performance Manufacturing Center. Those willing to buy the exclusive car can already place their order online with the help of the NSX online configurator at NSX.Acura.com.

Source: Acura

March 24, 2016

Acura Reminds Everyone Why NSX and Precision Concept Are so Awesome

2016 Acura Precision Concept Acura Precision Concept comes to the Windy City to make its Chicago Auto Show debut, following the demonstration at the North American International Auto Show last month. The concept vehicle embodies the Acura DNA of Precision Crafted Performance – as we all know, Acura brand is notorious for paying incredible attention to small details, which, ultimately, results on delivering stunningly well-performing vehicles.

Embracing the idea of a modern and yet versatile components, Acura Precision Concept features restyled Diamond Pentagon grille, next-gen HMI interior technology, advanced facial recognition, large central screen, heads up display and touch pad navigation.

The Concept was crafted by Acura’s California Design Studio under the strict direction of Acura global creative director, Dave Marek, aided by Michelle Christensen, principal designer.

Also, the all-new 2017 Acura NSX will return to Chicago Show to remind everyone why is it so awesome, and also to demonstrate its new color: 130R White, paired with passionate red-dominated interior. How cool is that? Furthermore, the NSX will one more time challenge the conventional beliefs about supercars and cutting edge technologies. Just as the first-generation NSX broke the ice 15 years ago, the contemporary heir will try to do the same.

Designed and manufactured in America, the 2017 Acura NSX will be offered for $156,000 USD and about 205,700 USD, when geared with the additional features and technologies.

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February 9, 2016

2016 Acura NSX Supercar Was Sold for Nearly Ten Times its Book Price

2016 Acura NSX The first production model of the latest Acura NSX was sold at auction in US last week for nearly ten times its book price: $1.2 million USD. The sweetheart comes with #001 VIN number personally brought by Rick Hendrick, owner of the Henrick Motorsports NASCAR team with all the money raised and donated to children’s charities of the Paediatric Brain Tumor Foundation and Camp Souther Ground.

Furthermore, the high amount of money marks the highest charity sale of a VIN #001 manufacturer vehicle in the auctioneer’s almost half a decade of history. Also, Rick Hendrick, known for his passion of first-edition performance vehicles, will add the unique NSX to his museum collection in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Acura NSX and why is it so special

With starting price of $157,800 USD, the sweetie is the first built-to-order car with orders available from 25th of February, 2016 worldwide. There is also a special online platform that allows customers to take a close look at the 573-hp (421kW), twin-turbo hybrid beast.

2016 Acura NSX

Especially created to deliver “new sports experience” to the whole supercar segment, the NSX sets new benchmarks, just as it did 25 years ago. And the engineers have a point: with the addition of a three motor electric hybrid system, a twin-turbo V6 power unit, mated to a 9-speed DCT gearbox and multi-material body architecture with cutting edge technologies, the NSX beast will be a center of attention for a long time. Or at least it looks so.

And with the concept of “human-centered supercar”, the next-gen NSX also delivers the latest and greatest of technologies and systems that ensure exceptional driving experience and immediate response to every single driver impulse.

Developed under the concept of a “human-centred supercar,” a car that puts the driver first in every aspect of its design, the next-generation NSX leverages its state-of-the-art hybrid supercar power unit, body and chassis to deliver exceptionally intuitive and immediate response to driver inputs.

2016 Acura NSX

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February 1, 2016

2017 Acura NSX Makes it Official in America with Hot Super Bowl Spot!

2017 Acura NSX Super Bowl Spot First Picture Acura has finally released the NSX in America and has done this exclusively with a hot rocking Super Bowl spot! The soundtrack of an iconic Van Halen rock song infuses high-voltage energy into the NSX rollout. By the way, this is the first time the rock band is releasing “Runnin’ with the Devil” (the song you hear in the spot) for use in advertising. The spot debuted during the Super Bowl 50, and the moment we saw it, we loved it. It was then inevitable of not showing it to you!

“Runnin’ with the Devil” by Van Halen is probably the best song choice for this ad. Its high-energy vocal effects provide the powerful beat for the Acura NSX and describe it character very well. In addition, via the advertisement, the company also showcases the Precision Crafted Performance direction, which is now that is core to Acura and is vividly imbued in the NSX supercar.

The commercial is tagged with the words “What He Said,” and this is not devoid of sense, because “NSX is better described through raw emotion than words alone”. Besides the loud vocals, the spot evokes the emotions via its elegant design and powerful inner-workings. In the end, the NSX erupts in a powerful crescendo through rapid-fire vocals. You ca see how every hollers and screams respond to the camera movement across the details of the car.

2017 Acura NSX Super Bowl Spot Second Picture

2017 Acura NSX is one of the most exciting and exclusive cars in the world. It has been created to bring about unforgettable experience infused with emotion and exclusivity. Basically, the next-gen NSX Acura is challenging the conventional beliefs about supercars. The reason for this is the cutting-edge and world-first technologies it includes.

The car is equipped with the unique Sport Hybrid Super Handling All-Wheel Drive power unit, has a multi-material body structure, rides with advanced aerodynamics and features a cabin inspired by motorsport performance but that does not sacrifices comfort. Who wants more than this?!

At last, we should mention that the Acura NSX online vehicle configurator is going to be launched on February 25 and it will enable potential customers to design and build their dream NSX. On the same date, those interested in purchasing the car can contact an authorized Acura retailer to place their order. The production of the 2017 Acura NSX is going to start this spring at the new Performance Manufacturing Center in Marysville, Ohio.

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February 1, 2016

2017 Acura NSX VIN 001 to be Auctioned at Barrett-Jackson in January

2017 Acura NSX was teased today with additional details. The strongly anticipated supercar, is coming to market next spring and the starting price has been announced at $156,000 USD. When equipped with additional options and available factory feature the car will top out at $205,700 USD. Acura will also auction the very first serial production NSX, VIN 001, at the Barrett-Jackson car auction in Scottsdale, Arizona. This will happen at the last week of January 2016. The proceeds are going for charity: the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation and Camp Southern Ground.

In addition, customers will be able to design their NSX. They can design one of eight rich exterior colors and four interior schemes available. There are also available three different seating surface options, three wheel designs with painted or polished finish, carbon-ceramic brake options, a carbon fiber interior sport package, carbon fiber roof, etc.

2017 Acura NSX Front View

If you are keen on buying an Acura, then you should also know that first orders will be taken starting February 25^th. You can do this at the authorized NSX retailers or directly online with the help of the vehicle configurator on Acura’s official website. Once customers have created the NSX they wish, they can then schedule an appointment with an authorized NSX retailer to finalize the order.

And speaking of charity, this 2017 NSX will be the first all-new Acura vehicle to be auctioned for the benefit of charitable organizations. With VIN 001 this is the very first serial production NSX, which will be also strictly customized to owner’s wishes.

This makes the first NSX not only a special but also a historic vehicle. And the best part of it is that it can be yours if you submit the highest bid for VIN number 001. This will do a good deed to two incredible children’s charities, Camp Southern Ground and the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation.

Source: Acura

December 21, 2015

2017 Acura NSX Supercar Will Be Mass Produced!

2017 Acura NSX The stunning and ground-breaking next-gen Acura NSX supercar will have a production version! It will make its debut in Southern California this Wednesday, November 18 at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Coming with aerodynamically-innovative and futuristic exterior, completed at the Torrance-based Acura Design Studio, the 2017 NSX will deliver cutting-edge technologies, advanced engineering wonders, comprehensive systems and tons of adrenaline. Now Acura team makes final preparations and is ready to start the production next spring.

When it hits the market, the ultimate NSX will definitely bring driving experience like no other. The supercar segment, achieved through futuristic cutting-edge Acura technologies and systems. It is obvious that the design team has passion for delivering only the most luxurious and incredible vehicles.

As you may know, the NSX takes the central stage in America’s largest supercar market and will be offered with never-before-displayed color. And also, it will be surrounded by a cast of highly capable stable professionals on the floor. Furthermore, starring at the show will also be the Acura TLX Sedan and the road fury TLX GT, plus the ILX sport sedan, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid. And of course, Acura will also present the lass-leading RDX and MDX luxury SUV vehicles in order to complete the family circle at the show.

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November 16, 2015

Ludacris Legend WOWs at #2015SEMA Show

Ludacris Legend and Acura ILX What’s common between Ludacris, Acura and SEMA? You have probably already heard the news that one of the most exciting brands has exhibited at the #2015SEMA show four special cars, one of which is 1993 “Ludacris Legend”! The other thee also impress, because they are namely the sport-modified 2016 Acura ILX Sports Sedan made by Galpin Auto Sports and 2016 ILX with Acura Genuine Accessory package in Slate Silver Metallic as well as the debuting-next-spring Acura NSX supercar.

Ludacris and 1993 Legend

The GRAMMY award-winning artist and actor, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges is an owner of uniquely customized and restored1993 Acura “Ludacris Legend.” And if you are fan you’d probably know that the sedan has been featured on his ninth studio album, LUDAVERSAL. However, the car has undergone a complete ground-up restoration led by company’s creative director, Dave Marek.

The process of restoring the Legend took around two months. What has been achieved? The Acura Legend sedan has received its original factory luster, inside and out, but also includes minor modifications like the upsized, 18-inch Rays wheels wrapped around Bridgestone Potenza High-Performance 215/40R/18 tires or the 6-piston front caliper and 4-piston rear caliper brakes.

Ludacris Legend Side view

The original paint scheme of the car was also changed and it is now custom-made Warm Cashmere with Ice Pearl paint scheme. Ludacris has already installed a great sound system, the Pioneer AVIC 8/ONEX, but it was improved with the addition of a couple of Alpine Type-12 subwoofer speakers in the luggage department.

The Legend was also lowered by two-inches, because the Marek envisioned the extra H&R springs and Eibach camber kit. Frame, body and chassis work was made better in order to round out the new appearance of the car.

Galpin Auto Sports (GAS) and 2016 Acura ILX Sports Sedan

Acura ILX by GAS

GAS experts have done a great work on a sports sedan variant of the latest ILX. Just to remind you, the refreshed version of the sedan is powered by a new 200-horsepower, 2.4-liter direct-injected i-VTEC unit connected to an 8-speed dual clutch transmission (DCT).

‘Why not modifying the ILX?’ thought Galpin Auto Sports, thus their custom ILX was born. The modifications include new front bumper with accent front splitter, custom rear diffuser with JDM Fog Light plus custom exhaust exit with rear spoiler. Furthermore, the suspension was improved with RS-R Sports coilovers and a Borla exhaust with custom dual tips.

Other details here include 19-inch AVI wheels in a Matte Brushed Smoked finished wrapped around Pirelli 245/30/19P Zero Run Flat Tires accentuated with black brakes. They make the perfect contrast to the exterior color of the car, called Sunburst Yellow. Shark Gray accents are also visible. The same color scheme has been applied to the interior, which gold contrast stitching throughout along with Katzkin perforated Barracuda leather inserts.

2016 ILX with Acura Genuine Accessory Package

The other ILX you will see at SEMA if you visit it is the equipped with the Acura Genuine Accessory package. It differentiates from the other ILX drastically due to its exterior paint scheme which is Slate Silver Metallic. The pack is exhibited at the show to show customers some of the options for customizing their own ILX.

Precisely, Acura Genuine Accessory package comprises of an aero kit including front, rear and side spoilers, decklid spoiler, 18-inch alloys in Diamond-Cut finish, floor mats, chrome elements for the door, LED fog lights, rear bumper appliqué and the remote engine Starter.

Acura NSX in Nouvelle Blue Pearl

Acura NSX

At last but not least, if you go to Las Vegas, you will have the opportunity of meeting the latest Acura NSX, dressed in beautiful Nouvelle Blue Pearl. At the heart of the next-gen supercar capabilities is the NSX’s Sport Hybrid power unit. It features three electric motors and a bespoke twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter DOHC V-6 engine. The combined output is 573 horsepower (421 kW) and 745 Nm (550 lb.-ft.) of torque. So, shy wait untill tomorrow? Go and see these beauties right now!