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Acura vehicles are popular for many reasons. One of these is advanced technology like the remote start. Here is a brief guide from Acura of Peoria that will help you learn how to use Acura remote start.

AcuraLink is Acura's new way of being completely connected to your car. Via an app installed on your Apple or Android smartphone, you will unlock features that were never possible with an Acura before.

Welcome to your Acura dealership. We want to help you make the most of your new or pre-owned vehicle. Some of you have questions about how to use the Acura keyless entry. You also may wonder what to do if it doesn’t work. If so, we’re here for you.

The Way the Acura Keyless Entry Works

The Acura keyless entry system is either standard or an option on select trims of RDX, TLX…

Acura Auto Idle Stop is a feature that improves your car's efficiency by turning off the Acura engine when excess power is not required. The car then starts the engine when you are ready to start moving again, minimizing fuel consumption when it is not necessary. Acura's Idle Stop technology is used in multiple models, and it is one of several technologies from Acura designed to improve performance and efficiency simultaneously.

Acura is a luxury automobile manufacturer where you’ll find amenities around every corner, including sleek leather seats that mold to your body and chrome wheels that make an impression on those you pass. Most cars today come with infotainment systems and internal computers, and you must make sure to pay attention to software updates. Those updates will help your car perform the way you always imagined. Our dealership offers help for those who need an update. We want you to have all the pertinent information available to you before you stop by.

When it comes to owning a car, there will likely be a time when you need to sell it and buy a newer model. Once you're ready to advertise the vehicle, you'll want to increase the resale value to ensure that you make more money off of the car and can find the right buyer. When you're ready to enhance the appeal of the vehicle, there are a few main tips to follow.

Acura scored big when they introduced the True Touchpad Interface™. It has been all over automotive news as a newer and easier way to interact with your dash touchscreen. Unlike other dash systems that rely on a cursor, you're dealing with a "true" tablet-type touchpad interface that doesn't require you to first locate a cursor and then control the cursor. Instead, you're controlling the touchpad itself at the press of a button.

Your car functions differently in winter than it does during the warmer spring and summer months. Your radiator will especially experience a straight during winter, so it's important to have a good mechanic check important things like fluid levels to ensure that your vehicle is ready to brave the winter. In some places, winter can be a beautiful time thanks to soft, velvety snow, but for your vehicle, it can be a strain to endure this and other winter weather elements.

Now that you have decided you are in need of a new vehicle, you can start thinking about the type of vehicle that you want to invest your money in. Before you make that final decision you will want to ask yourself a number of questions. The answers to these questions will help ensure that you are budgeting properly and making a practical decision. Investing in a new vehicle is something that will impact your life for a number of years to come, after all. Avoid making a bad financial decision, and ask yourself these questions before buying a new…

You are ready for the great outdoors this spring, but is your car prepared? So many families set out for adventure during the warm months only to be disappointed when their vehicles succumb to the stresses of winter weather and, sometimes, outright neglect. The only way to avoid unexpected breakdowns on the road is to be proactive in your car care routine. Here are five tips to consider when you are preparing your vehicle spring.