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New Design, New Driving Experience: 2018 Acura RLX The 2018 Acura RLX, Acura’s top-of-the-line luxury sports sedan that was unveiled in August, boasts a new “transformational” design that is considered to be the most substantial and sophisticated yet. The new 2018 Acura RLX will go on sale in November at Speedcraft Acura in West Warwick. One of the many features on the 2018 Acura RLX, called “the best-performing Acura sedan ever,” is S 310-HP Precision All-Wheel Steer™ paired with an all-new 10-Speed Automatic Transmission. The AcuraWatch™ technologies, also standard equipment, and has been improved through the addition of Traffic Jam Assist, a first for Acura. On congested highways, Traffic Jam Assist helps keep the vehicle in its lane and a set interval behind a car detected ahead. This is done through Adaptive Cruise Control and Low-Speed Follow working together. Browse Acura RLX Inventory AcuraWatch™ can actually prevent or lessen the severity of a collision with its Collision Mitigation Braking System with automatic emergency braking, Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow and Road Departure Mitigation. The system, using millimeter wave radar and monocular camera sensing technology, can detect other vehicles and lane markings. 2018 Acura RLX Exterior One of the first things you’ll notice about the 2018 Acura RLX is the diamond pentagon grill – it’s the second Acura sedan to adopt it. It has a more sculpted hood, new wheel designs, newly designed, bold-looking LED taillights, dual exhaust finishers and a gloss black rear diffuser. The 2018 Acura RLX is the first Acura sedan to offer premium paint in Brilliant Red Metallic and Majestic Black Pearl. Schedule a Test Drive Today 2018 Acura RLX Interior No surprise that the sport seats in the 2018 RLX also have been redesigned with high-contrast piping and stitching. A new, sophisticated color option is also available in Espresso. Acura included a Milano leather interior and seats as standard. The seats themselves are designed with four distinct levels of softness and firmness. Both front seats in the Acura RLX are also 12-way adjustable so every driver and passenger can find their ideal seating position for the journey .

Affordable, Sporty and Powerful: The 2017 Acura ILX If you’re looking for an affordable luxury sedan with decent gas mileage and numerous standard features, the 2017 Acura ILX is for you. The 2017 Acura ILX is less than you think at Speedcraft Acura in West Warwick. The ILX base price MSRP is $27,990, and it rated at an approximate 35 MPG on the highway and comes with a standard 2.4-liter, four-cylinder, 201-horsepower engine. The 8-speed dual-clutch transmission with torque converter is getting a lot of buzz. It’s the industry’s first, and it’s standard on the 2017 Acura ILX. Drivers can shift smoothly and quickly, and reviewers like the paddle shifters that offer more control. Acura ILX Standard Features Standard features on a 2017 Acura ILX: leatherette seats, an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, dual-zone automatic climate control, a six-speaker audio system, Bluetooth, a USB port, a rearview camera, proximity key access, push-button ignition, a moonroof, heated side mirrors, a 5-inch infotainment display screen, and hands-free text messaging. Also standard is Jewel Eye LED headlights and taillights, allowing for vivid colors during the day and less eye fatigue at night. Drivers looking for add-on features can choose from four packages: A-SPEC, with added interior and exterior details, Technology Plus, with sophisticated navigation, audio and other digital features, Premium, which includes leather seats and high-tech advancements, and AcuraWatch Plus, a suite of braking, cruise control and other safety features. Powerful, yet quick and precise, the 2017 Acura ILX takes lessons learned from the iconic NSX for a sporty, fun yet comfortable ride. *Based on 2017 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery pack age/condition (hybrid only) and other factors. *Prices shown are Acura suggested retail prices only and do not include taxes, license or destination and handling charge. Destination & Handling charge is $965 for sedans and $995 for SUVs. Acura vehicle accessory costs, labor and installation vary. Dealers set their own prices. Please consult your selected dealer. Browse Our ILX Inventory

Your Acura is waiting for you to personalized it with Acura Genuine Accessories. It is more than just the available all-season floormats for first, second, or third row, or the car cover and sunshade that are a tailored fit. Protect your interior with a cargo liner, and your exterior with splash guards or wheel-locks. Any scratches are a quick fix with a first aid kit or touchup paint that is an exact match to your model. Your Acura can become even more extraordinary with the Acura Genuine Accessories made specifically for your vehicle. When you get Acura Genuine Accessories, after-market products are no match to the quality or style. Add on roof-rails and crossbars to strap down cargo, and hold your gear with the kayak, ski, surfboard, snowboard, or bike attachment. Drive more confidently with the attachments and sensors for backup and parking. Illuminated door sill trim is a great way to be seen when parking at night, or brighten things up with LED headlights. Keep groceries in place with the cargo net or hook. If you live in cold weather an engine block heater is the Acura Genuine Accessory that will keep your engine and fluid running strong. Genuine Acura Accessories Protect Your Car Front, rear, and side underbody spoilers give your Acura a Genuine Accessories makeover. The remote engine start system can be added onto some models. Even if you have an older model, Acura Genuine Accessories are, in most cases, still available for your vehicle. Have the Acura Genuine Accessories professionally installed by Certified Acura Technicians to drive with confidence. Whether it is on the open road, or in the city, Acura Genuine Accessories will compliment and complete your ride. Schedule an Appointment for Accessory Installation

Extend the Life of Your Acura Battery It can be a drain when your Acura does not start, especially if you killed the battery.  An Acura battery might be drained from leaving light on when not in use, but it can be recharged. If there is repeated electronic problems, ignition problems, or it has no charge at all, it could mean your Acura battery needs to be replaced. It’s important to always replace with a Genuine Acura Battery.  The following issues can impact the life of your Acura battery. Genuine Acura Battery Do you only drive short distances? This can be draining for your Acura battery, especially if you are also using a lot of the electronic features. The Acura battery is charged during longer drives, so if it is repeatedly used for short trips it could lose the charge over time. Spend less time with the vehicle electronics. If your engine is not running, then your Acura battery is powering the radio, windows, lights, fans, and more. This should be done with limited use, as the Acura battery could not have enough charge left to start the engine. Do you live in colder weather? Batteries in general do no work as well in extreme cold, which also takes more energy to start the engine. Your Acura battery may not last as long depending on the severity of the conditions it will be operating in. Get a Free Diagnosis for Your Acura Battery Make sure to take your Acura to an Acura Certified Mechanic and follow the maintenance guidelines for an extended battery life. Speedcraft Acura of West Warwick uses the Midtronics ED-18, which will provide a complete analysis of your Genuine Acura Battery and starting/charging systems. They also use the GR8 series battery and electrical diagnostic station. This allows one Genuine Acura Battery to charge while diagnosing batteries and electrical systems of other vehicles, making for faster service.

For the Drive Home and Everywhere Else: The 2018 Acura RDX The road is waiting for you when you’re behind the wheel of the 2018 Acura RDX. Get rolling with hill start assist and settle in with steering wheel mounted cruise control, audio, phone, Multi-Information Display (MID), and available voice recognition. The 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic brake distribution (EBD), and brake assist get the vehicle safely to a stop again. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) makes sure all the tires keep rolling for a long life. A multi-view rear camera with dynamic guidelines make backing up safe and simple. With airbags for the front, front side, and side curtain, rollover sensor, side impact door beams, and Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure, the 2018 Acura RDX is ready for the unexpected. Under the hood of the 2018 Acura RDX A 3.5 liter V-6 engine, and a 6-speed automatic transmission. Load up the cargo using the remote-link power-operated tailgate. Feel the breeze with the power moonroof with auto open and close. Rain is no obstacle when the auto-headlights with wiper integration, illuminate the Jewel Eye® LED headlights. Brighten things up with LED-illuminated taillights, side mirrors with integrated directional signals and center high mount stop light. Get inside the 2018 Acura RDX using the keyless access system with smart entry and pushbutton ignition. Schedule a Test Drive in the 2018 Acura RDX Inside the 2018 Acura RDX Enjoy the ride with heated, driver’s 10-way, front passenger’s 4-way power front seats. Keep everyone cool using the dual-zone automatic climate control system with air filtration and rear passenger climate control vents. Listen to SiriusXM® Satellite Radio on the Acura premium sound system with 7 speakers. Stay connected using the Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink®, Acura HomeLink®, and Maintenance Minder™ system. With so many features and Acura Genuine Accessories available the 2018 Acura RDX is the next vehicle you’ll want to drive home and everywhere else. Browse our 2018 Acura RDX Inventory

A Brief History of Acura Today, there are a multitude of vehicle makes and models driving around. It is hard to imagine the time when there was only a few brands in the market. Honda began envisioning their luxury division of vehicles in the early 1980’s. It not be until 1984 that the name Acura was officially announced, however this was not going to be sold alongside popular Honda models. Acura was going to become a separation from the economic vehicles Honda produced at the time, and take on other luxury car manufacturers. Acura – Behind The Name The first thing that you did not know about Acura is that you are probably saying it wrong. When dealerships opened in 1986, the inspiration for the name came from the Latin word for “done with precision”. When Acura was first introduced it was pronounced “a-coor-uh”, but overtime “ah-cure-ah” became common place with more of a pleasant phonetic pronunciation. The American people loved the innovations in driving technology, giving Acura 52,869 cars sold in 1986, and 109.470 vehicles in 1987. This was the start Acura needed to break into the luxury car market. Browse our New Car Inventory Acura – Rise to the top The second thing you didn’t know is that Acura quickly became a leader for other manufacturers. In 1987 both Nissan and Toyota opened their own luxury branches of the company. Then in 1989 the NSX was unveiled, bringing Acura to the forefront, not only of luxury cars, but now exotics as well. The NSX had a aluminum monocoque body, the first of its kind to be mass produced. It also was the first production engine with titanium rods and to have electronic variable valve timing and lift (VTEC®). This lead the way for more innovations, not only in luxury cars, but into other vehicle markets. Acura – Award Leader The third thing you didn’t know about Acura is that it continues to break records. Overtime it transformed from filling a niche to leading the industry, by introducing the second-generation of vehicles. In 2009, Acura became the first car company to ever receive Five-star crash safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and Top Safety pick honors from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), across the board, every model they had. Now with 30 years of innovation, engineering, and safety; Acura is the brand the will continue to impress you for years to come! Schedule Service for Your Vehicle

2018 Acura TLX: Something for Everyone Standard feels like an understatement, when you look at all the baseline features that come with the 2018 Acura TLX. Get 206 horsepower from the 2.4 liter, direct injection 4-cylinder engine with 8-speed DCT (Dual-Clutch Transmission) with torque converter and sequential SportShift paddle shifters. See further with the Jewel Eye® LED headlights, and be seen with LED-illuminated heated side mirror, integrated with the directional signals, including reverse gear tilt-down. The powered moonroof can be opened remotely, along with the windows, and fill-ups are a faster with the capless fuel lid. The acoustic glass windshield keeps distractions at bay, wherever you go in the Acura TLX. Browse our 2018 Acura TLX Inventory Inside: 2018 Acura TLX Get inside the 2018 Acura TLX using the keyless access system with smart entry. Acura personalized setting gets the 10-way driver seat ready along with side mirrors and the tilt and telescopic steering column. Leather wrapped shift knob and steering wheel with mounted controls for audio, phone, cruise control, and multi-information display. Stay connected, your way, in the 2018 Acura TLX with Apple CarPlay™, Android Auto™, Acura Maintenance Minder™ system, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®, SMS, MMS text message, and email capability. Acura TLX Features Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with low-speed follow, Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) with head-up warning, and road departure mitigation system are just some of the advanced safety features in the 2018 Acura TLX. See more with the multi-view rear camera with dynamic guidelines, know more with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with location-pressure indicators and tire fill assist, and do more with the theft-deterrent system with electronic immobilizer. Add on an available trim package or Acura Genuine Accessories to complete your ride. With enough seating for five, the 2018 Acura TLX is waiting for you to discover it is your next vehicle. Schedule a Test Drive in the 2018 Acura TLX

Advance and Technology: The 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid. The 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD is here with 3-liter, V-6 engine, 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, and 3-motor sport-hybrid system. Elegance is refined with the perforated leather seats, metal-finish foot pedals, active damper system and Sport+ IDS setting. The Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™), road departure mitigation, and front and rear parking sensors will make sure you arrive in style. Have you put your order in yet? Browse Our 2017 MDX Sport Hybrid Inventory How does 257 engine horsepower on the V-6 sound? Switch over to the 3-motor sport hybrid system and you are at a system combined horsepower of 321. The 2017 MDX Sport Hybrid keeps getting better with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with low-speed follow, hill start assist, Maintenance Minder™ system, and auto-on/off headlight operation with wiper integration. The only problem is picking which package is right for you. Advance with the 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid Perforated Milano perforated leather seating and trim, natural wood trim, heated first and second-row captain’s chairs with center console and sunshades. Heated steering wheel, surround-view camera system, LED fog lights, idle stop, roof rails, auto dimming side mirrors and eleventh speaker. Technology packed into the 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid Acura Navigation System with 3D View, HD Traffic™ and Traffic Rerouting™. Ten speakers, Song by Voice®, HD Radio®, voice recognition system for navigation, audio, climate control, and Bluetooth® Handsfreelink®. AcuraLink® The Next Generation, remote engine start, blind spot information system, rear cross traffic monitor, sitting on 20-inch aluminum-alloy wheels. Rain-sensing windshield wipers, power folding side mirrors with LED puddle lights. Color multi-information display (MID) with turn-by-turn guidance and rear door smart key entry. Stop by Speedcraft Acura and drive the 2017 Acura MDX Hybrid today! Schedule a Test Drive in the 2017 MDX Sport Hybrid

How does Acura Maintenance Minder Communicate with Mechanics? Different vehicle models require a maintenance schedule tailored to its needs. Acura developed the Maintenance Minder to let you, or your mechanic, know what the vehicle needs when it needs it. Based upon your vehicle’s millage and sensors that check the operating conditions of the engine, Acura Maintenance Minder can help avoid issues before they occur. Acura Suggested Maintenance Schedule Even with the Acura Maintenance Minder be sure to continue to check the following items at their specified intervals. Check the oil, coolant, and radiator levels, every time you fill the fuel tank. Each month you should check the transmission fluid, brake fluid, tire pressure, tire treads (check for foreign objects and wear and tear), and all vehicle lights. Schedule Acura Service Appointment When the vehicle needs servicing, the Acura Maintenance Minder will display a code to tell you what is required. Using letters A and B, and numbers 1-6, one code will be displayed. Use the table below to see how a code of A5 means change engine oil and coolant. Acura Maintenance Minder Codes: A –   Replace engine oil B –   Replace engine oil and oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Visually inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots Suspension components Driveshaft boots Brake hoses and line (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Exhaust system Fuel lines and connections Sub Code: 1-6 Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element Replace dust and pollen filter Inspect drive belt Replace transmission and transfer fluid Replace spark plugs Replace timing belt and inspect water pump Inspect valve clearance Replace engine coolant Replace rear differential fluid With Acura Maintenance Minder keeping your vehicle running smooth is a breeze. Schedule Your Appointment Online when you see an Acura Maintenance Minder code displayed.

Which 2017 Acura MDX Package is Right for You? The 2017 Acura MDX could be the vehicle missing from your driveway. Its elegant design paired with power moonroof, cap-less fuel filler door, and remote-linked power-operated tailgate give the 2017 Acura MDX not only great looks, but has the features to match. Keyless access system with smart entry, pushbutton ignition, and sport seats with a leather trimmed interior make getting on the road easy. The driver has a 10-way, while the passenger has 8-way, seat controls, with 2 USB ports in the first row with an additional 2 USB ports in the second row to keep everyone charged. Browse Our MDX Inventory The direct injection V-6, 3.5 liters engine, with 9-speed automatic transmission gives the 2017 Acura MDX a towing capacity of 3500lbs to get you where you are going. Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™), Road Departure Mitigation, and the Maintenance Minder™ system will keep you safe an on the road. These are just some of the features that come standard with the 2017 Acura MDX, add on the technology, entertainment, or advance package to complete your ride. Test Drive The 2017 Acura MDX Today 2017 Acura MDX Packages TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE Includes Acura navigation system with 3D view, HD Traffic™ and Traffic Rerouting™, blind spot information system, with rear cross traffic monitor. Upgrade from an 8-speaker to a 10-speaker system, add remote engine start, rear door smart key entry, and voice recognition system for navigation, audio, climate control, and Bluetooth Handsfreelink®. ENTERTAINMENT PACKAGE Includes Acura DVD rear entertainment system with 9-inch full VGA screen, 11th speaker, 7-passenger seating, second-row heated outboard seats, two wireless headphones, and 2nd row sunshades. ADVANCE PACKAGE Includes 2nd row captain’s chairs with center console, natural wood trim, heated steering wheel, surround-view camera system, roof rails, front, and rear parking sensors, and when combined with the entertainment package, a 16.2-Inch ultra-wide full VGA screen and HDMI compatibility. With the right package to turn every drive into an adventure, get your hands on the wheel of the 2017 Acura MDX!