Acura of Peoria Blog - Peoria Acura News & Updates

Warm weather brings road trips and fun adventures. However, you’ll want to turn to some of the summer maintenance tips that Acura of Peoria suggests you utilize as a vehicle owner. The summer sun, dry heat, rain, and even dust can all have adverse effects on your automobile in a number of years. When you contact our dealership, we can set you up with a maintenance appointment that will address the following.

Acura, Honda's luxury automobile division, has been in existence since the 1980s. The company's concept was introduced in 1981, and the name "Acura" was introduced three years later to the public, along with 60 dealerships showcasing the company's first cars. Since its debut several decades ago, Acura has remained a fixture on the automotive scene, and it's a world-recognized brand name for people who want to buy a luxury car.

The holidays are traditionally a time for gift-giving. But this year, why not give yourself a gift, too? After working hard all year, you'd probably agree it's time to get a new car. There are many vehicles to choose from at our dealership to help narrow down your selection. Before you set out to buy a car, however, there are some key factors you will want to keep in mind to make sure you have a vehicle that you like and that will meet all your needs. Here are some basic considerations to keep in mind, and remember…

Cross-shopping Acura and Honda vehicles is a growing trend among forward-thinking consumers nowadays. A lot of them are reviewing their options conscientiously to make a worthwhile purchase decision. Despite the class dynamic, both brands have strong consumer loyalty because of the value and reliability each brings. If a Honda driver is considering the switch, what are some of the highlights of upgrading to an Acura?

Automakers have gone to great lengths to create the latest technology in today's models. Some of these features contribute to the overall safety of a vehicle, while others are more about functionality or comfort. Acura is including Collision Mitigation Braking into many of their vehicles. This feature can prevent accidents, and also alter the severity of an accident if one is unavoidable. It comes with a majority of Acura vehicles that are coming off the assembly line right now.

Precision All-Wheel Steering is a system that can independently adjust the toe angle of the rear wheels of your car to give it fully independent rear steering. Whenever the front wheels are steered, the rear wheels can pivot as much as 1.8 degrees in the same direction to make lane changes smoother and more natural. They can also pivot in the opposite direction of your front wheels to help you rotate into a turn.