With performance and class fused together to build a reliable brand that stands tall on its own, Acura has carved a major niche in the luxury segment of the automotive arena. An offspring of another reliable automotive authority that is Honda, it is without a doubt that Acura parts are assured of quality, performance, and that kind of dedication and service Acura has been known for all through the years.



Acura is the luxury arm of Japanese automotive giant Honda, shipping and marketing luxury sedans and SUV's in the United States, Canada and Hongkong since March of 1986. The first two models are the Integra and Legend and later by 1991, other models like the Vigor and NSX were introduced. The Integra, Legend and Vigor were not totally removed in the current line-up. Instead, the present generations of these cars were just named with another.



The brand was also introduced in Mexico in 2004 and much recently in China this year. Acura makers also plan to parade their vehicles to the Japanese domestic market by 2008. This success story has given credit to Honda as the first to penetrate the market for luxury Japanese automobiles outside Japan. Before, luxury vehicles coming out Japan were primarily economical in design and largely focused on budget-conscious buyers.



True enough, Acura's colorful timeline has given many industry insiders more than a nod of approval for its high-passing remarks, especially in a stringent industry that demands nothing but ultimate driving pleasure. New Acura models RL and the TSX have gotten rave reviews recently. The TSX has been on Car and Driver's Ten Best list in all three years of production (2004-2006).



From its luxury sedans (RL, TL, TSX, RSX) to its high-end sport utility vans (MDX, RDX), Acura believes that their vehicles won't belong to the "crème dela crème" of the luxury segment if not for its parts and accessories. These parts are not the typical, run-on-the-mill components. Each part has undergone numerous scientific testings and engineered for utmost performance, reliability and durability.



From engine parts and electrical parts to the various drivetrain and powertrain parts like A/C condensers, catalytic converters, exhausts, tanks, radiators, and among others, Acura parts are manufactured for driving perfection. Not only do these parts perform efficiently, they are manufactured with the finest, sturdiest materials to undergo the harshest conditions possible. Other Acura body parts like doors, mirrors, windshields, interior and exterior body arts are not only design for performance but are crafted to project an elegant personality inside and out. Volt these together and it will form a unique vehicle that packs not only a heavy punch on performance but more of a driving experience full of sophistication and elegance. Not only are these Acura parts are being made available at the nearest auto parts stores, online stores also mushroom to cater to Acura aficionados wanting nothing but quality Acura parts.



With style and performance, Acura parts are the building blocks that make the vehicles the perfect epitome of what luxury is.

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Andrea Coles, despite her feminine charm, is an avid do-it-yourselfer. She prefers to have her car done by herself.

by ANDREA COLES