Archive for March, 2018

Prototype no more: Acura reveals the RDX at NYIAS 2018

Thursday, March 29th, 2018
2019 Acura RDX side profile

Official specs of the 2019 Acura RDX

It was just a couple of months ago that the Acura RDX prototype was shown at the 2018 North American Auto show, and it had plenty of unique features to capture our attention. Here’s the thing about prototypes though: which features will go into production? Well, now we know. The official specs for the 2019 Acura RDX were revealed at the current press days for the 2018 New York International Auto Show. (more…)

The RLX is known for luxury, but can it perform?

Thursday, March 22nd, 2018
Side profile Bellanova White 2018 Acura RLX

2018 Acura RLX Performance and Engine Specs

It’s not just enough to be a luxury model these days, with consumers not counting a revving engine among the requirements of a premium model. Riding in comfort is just one aspect of the overall package, which has led many to wonder if the premium luxury sedan, the 2018 Acura RLX, can match in performance what it is putting out there for appearances. Today, we’re looking at the engine specs and other performance features that make the RLX an appealing option. (more…)

No Joke: Easter falls on April Fools’ Day this year

Tuesday, March 13th, 2018
Two-tone blue background with cartoon egg ornaments and cartoon bunny ears

2018 Easter Egg Hunts in Washington D.C. and Northern Virginia

As adults, we’ve come to associate April Fools’ Day, the first of April, as a holiday to anticipate and possibly fear. Office pranks may be as simple as putting a piece of tape over the bottom of a colleague’s mouse, but there are much grander schemes that can happen. This year a much more innocent holiday, Easter, happens to fall on the same day, but only the cruelest parents would use this as an excuse to skip out on spring fun. That said, here are the 2018 Easter egg hunts in the Washington D.C. and Northern Virginia area. (more…)

Is the 2018 Acura ILX comfortable for taller drivers?

Wednesday, March 7th, 2018
Rear view of the 2018 Acura ILX facing mirrored panels that reflect the front end

2018 Acura ILX interior space and comfort

For some of us, a compact car is one that is speedy, easy to navigate and fits into tight parking spots. All while offering some impressive fuel economy figures. Really, what’s not to like? Well, tall drivers have one gripe with any small car: leg and head room. It’s never easy to tell the difference between compact and cramped just by looking at the sleek profile of a model, so here’s what you need to know about interior space and comfort features in the 2018 Acura ILX. (more…)