Buick Encore GX (2024MY minor change) and Envista

The facelifted Buick Encore GX and the first-ever Buick Envista signaled the new era of Buick because these two crossovers are the first to don the new Buick look and logo. Let's take a look.

2024 Buick Encore GX

Beginning with the Buick Encore GX, this big minor change is the first to wear the new Buick look inspired by the Wildcat Concept. Although seeing the new Buick logo is the scariest thing to do, this new Buick look really means business for this $25,600 crossover.

2024 Buick Encore GX

2024 Buick Encore GX interior

In addition to the heavily revamped styling and the slightly revised rear design, the facelifted Encore GX features a premium Avenir variant with glossier details to ensure this is the top-of-the-line model. The interior layout has been heavily revamped for this minor change and the Avenir model, comes with a BOSE premium 7-speaker audio system including an amplifier, panoramic moonroof, and an Avenir engraving on the front seats, among others. Despite numerous revisions, it can still accommodate up to 50.2 cu. ft. of max cargo capacity, making it capable of almost everything.

The Buick Encore GX still comes with a choice of ECOTEC 1.2L turbo mated to a CVT capable of 30 city / 31 hwy fuel economy and the ECOTEC 1.3L turbo engine mated to a 9-speed AT with 155hp of power and 174lb-ft of torque. Yes, there's 4WD offered but no off-road tuned suspension in sight, meaning the Encore GX is best to be driven on the road rather than off the road because there are no special bits that make it well-behaved on dirt.

The Encore GX comes with Buick Driver Confidence as well as available safety & driver-assistance technologies but the Avenir variant comes with its signature Technology Package which comes with Adaptive Cruise Control, Rear Camera Mirror† with rear camera washer, and HD Surround Vision.

2024 Buick Envista

Now, let's get to know the first-ever Buick Envista, a coupe-crossover that is yours to drive for $22,400 plus additional costs, which is cheaper to own than the Encore GX.

2024 Buick Envista

2024 Buick Envista interior

Think of the first-ever Buick Envista as the fancy version of the Chevrolet Trax Crossover because even with the Wildcat-inspired looks, the similarities are all over the Envista apart from the fact that the Envista is cheaper to own than the Encore GX. 

Still, with its coupe-crossover styling, the available Avenir variant with glossier details, Ultrawide 11" Diagonal Infotainment Screen, wireless smartphone connectivity, seating for five, and 42.0 cu. ft. of max cargo capacity, it's no surprise despite being less spacious than its Chevrolet Trax Crossover equivalent, it still works and feels just like it.

Just like its Chevrolet Trax Crossover equivalent, the Buick Envista is front-wheel-drive only and it is powered only by an ECOTEC 1.2L turbo engine that produces 137HP of power and 162lb-ft of torque. Mated to a 6-speed AT, it has an estimated combined fuel economy of 28MPG city/ 32MPG hwy.

In terms of safety, the Envista comes with Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, IntelliBeam Auto High Beams, Following Distance Indicator, Front Pedestrian Braking, and Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning as standard. Available extras such as Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Alert,† Rear Park Assist, Rainsense front wipers, and Adaptive Cruise Control, as well as an automatic-dimming outside driver mirror for the Avenir variant.

These two new crossovers signaled the new era of Buick because they were the first to don the new Buick look and logo. Although the new Buick logo is scary to look at, the Wildcat-styled nose and improved features really made a statement about the two. The question is, which of the new-era Buicks will you drive?

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My FH5 Log: The Commander

By the moment the Chevrolet Corvette C8 stepped into the world of Forza, fans got the taste of what's known as The General's first mid-engined sports car that rewrites the rules of what a Corvette can do on the road and on the track.

Sure, being a mid-engined Corvette is treason to its heritage but hey, it never hurts driving the C8 Corvette, even in Horizon Mexico.

I've already tried both the Stingray and the E-Ray, the one from the start and the other as a reward for those who purchased the new Forza Motorsport video game for the Xbox Series X and S consoles and Windows PCs. With Forza Horizon 5's American Automotive kicked in, here comes the C8 Corvette that slots between them.

This is the Corvette C8 Z06 that I just won from the American Automotive Wet Season Playlist for 20 points and this Corvette is as Republican as, let's say, Republican Space Rangers!

Anyway, what's it all about the C8 Corvette Z06? By using most of its know-how from the C8.R racing machine, the Corvette C8 Z06 is a track weapon capable of slithering through the road and track with its race-inspired dynamics, available Brembo carbon ceramic brakes, and the Z07 Performance Package.

Powering the C8 Z06 is a smaller but more powerful 5.5L V8 naturally aspirated engine that produces 670HP of power and while mated to a standard 8-speed AT, it does 0-60mph in 2.6 seconds.

To see if the C8 Z06 has the stance of a Republican Space Ranger, I took it on an EventLab creation penned by Subie156. It's called Midtown City Circuit, and we've been joined by some other goodfellas who can't wait to take a crack on this right-wing supercar made in the USA. Let's roll the tape.

For an American-made supercar with an old-school V8 engine that is small but powerful not just the normal C8 Corvette but also its predecessors, the C8 Corvette Z06 showcased its right-wing dynamism in the face of adversity. Hey, how about those Republicans?

The C8 Corvette Z06 truly is America's answer to the Porsche 911 GT3 because of its naturally aspirated V8 engine, C8.R-inspired dynamics, and sleek aerodynamics. It's a real purist's car worthy enough to wave the American flag in the face of the planet. With all three variants of the C8 Corvette present in FH5, the question now is, which one is the best? Find out soon but in the meantime...

Guess these guys are off to watch a football game today. This reminds me, I need to be off too because I'm preparing something special soon. Watch this space.

My FM Log: The stars of the show

The first-ever Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray and the #1 Cadillac Racing V-Series.R are the headliners of the new Forza Motorsport game. Players got a sample of these cars in the prologue and having spent their hard-earned in-game cash to buy these two, the time's come to get to know the stars of the show.

First, let's get to know about the Chevrolet Corvette C8 E-Ray, the hybrid version of the eighth-generation Corvette that caused a lot of stir since the advent of the base model. 

The first-ever Chevrolet Corvette C8 E-Ray rewrote the American sports car's seven-decade history ever since the eighth-generation model, the first mid-engined Corvette, broke cover in 2020. 

The E-Ray features a 6.2L LT2 V8 engine that is mated to an electric drive unit powering both front and rear wheels, making it a four-wheel-drive supercar, a Corvette first. It produces a total power output of 655HP and while mated with an 8-speed transmission, it has a 0-60mph time of 2.5 seconds and a quarter-mile time of 10.5 seconds. 

The ZER Performance Package comes with high-performance Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S ZP summer-only tires as well as chassis tuning and other performance enhancements.

Now, let's get to know the #1 Cadillac Racing V-Series.R, Cadillac's entry to both IMSA's GTP class and the WEC's Hypercar class.

The V-Series.R racing prototype is Cadillac's commitment to the LMDh class and it's made to compete not just in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship for the new-generation GTP class but also at the WEC's Hypercar class. It was built in cooperation with Dallara.

In compliance with the LMDh standards, the V-Series.R is powered by a 5.5L DOHC V8 Hybrid engine, the only naturally aspirated engine in the GTP class. It has a series-specified 670hp of power output and it is mated to a 7-speed sequential gearbox.

The #01 Cadillac Racing V-Series.R used in the IMSA 2023 season was driven by IndyCar veteran Sebastien Bourdais and Renger Van Der Zande.

In the 2023 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, the #01 Cadillac Racing V-Series.R won the Motul Course de Monterey endurance race at Laguna Seca. At the 2023 24 Hours of Le Mans, the #01 Cadillac Racing V-Series.R finished 4th place, behind the 3rd-placer #02 V-Series.R race car.

Upon sampling these two cars in the prologue feature, I got to say that these two cars truly evoked the spirit of Forza in this reborn Xbox racing game made for racers of all generations, be they boomers or Gen Zs alike. By letting their hybrid powertrain loose, these two American marvels showcased the performance that shatters expectations, and in every lap they've done, they've made a huge impression on those behind the wheel, even myself.

Having satisfied with the performance of the new Motorsport heroes, it's time to take them for a quick lap around Laguna Seca, the exact place where the #1 Cadillac Racing V-Series.R scored a win at the 2023 IMSA WeatherTech series.

I've been blown away by how agile and precise the Corvette E-Ray was on the track. The electric motors provide a smooth and responsive ride, allowing the driver to take on the twists and turns with ease, and the advanced suspension and aerodynamic design help to minimize unwanted vibration and noise, giving it a truly immersive driving experience.

The #01 Cadillac Racing V-Series.R, meanwhile, is an absolute beast on the track with its powerful engine, lightweight body, and precise handling. The car's aerodynamics are also well-done, allowing it to take advantage of every inch of the Laguna Seca circuit.

So, how did I do with these cars? The Corvette E-Ray did it in 1m39.872s while the #1 V-Series.R did it in 1m33.294s, meaning the gap between them is some would say a close shave. Still, I had fun driving the two heroes around Laguna Seca by all means.

It's an honor to get to know the two hero cars of the new Forza Motorsport game and judging which of these two is the favorite, I have to say it's the Corvette E-Ray. This is definitely a Corvette that doesn't behave like a real Corvette. It feels like it was straight from a different universe if you catch my drift.

As I said before, welcome to the new generation of Forza. Enjoy your drive.

2023 NASCAR Cup Series Championship

The clocks fell back, the crowds gathered, and the stage was set. NASCAR's 75th anniversary celebration has officially ended with the final race of the 2023 NASCAR Cup Series at Phoenix Raceway. The final race of the season will mark Kevin Harvick's final NASCAR race ahead of retirement.

With Ryan Blaney, Christopher Bell, Kyle Larson, and William Byron ready to settle the scores in the finale, who will be crowned this season's champion?

Beginning with the first stage, William Byron is making an early lead over Kevin Harvick while Ryan Blaney, while at 10th place, plans some bold moves ahead. As William Byron won Stage 1, Stage 2 saw Kevin Harvick charging through the lead while Christopher Bell's championship hopes ended in shambles due to mechanical failures and Ross Chastain shocked the crowd by taking the lead. As Chris Buescher wins Stage 2, the finale is nothing more of an upset for the three remaining title fighters as Ross Chastain's lead did make them look easy. Even a caution-triggering spin by the #8 didn't help them stop the #1 car.

Image: NASCAR

Ross Chastain spoiled the finale with a win but with Ryan Blaney leading the Championship 4 title bout, the #12 is officially the 2023 NASCAR Cup Series Champion.

Chastain's upset win, Blaney crowned champion, and mission complete for Kevin Harvick's final NASCAR campaign. What a finale it is.

This is the end of the 2023 NASCAR Cup Series. See you in Daytona this February for the 2024 season!

My FH5 Log: Bronto Pronto

When Forza Horizon 5 was launched two years ago, the sixth-generation Ford Bronco became one of the stars of the show, making it the ideal offroader to traverse through Mexico's toughest places.

Now though, things have changed since the beginning of the Horizon Mexico adventure, and with the success of the sixth-generation Ford Bronco, the Blue Oval pushed the revived Bronco beyond the limit with this...

What you're looking up here...

...is the badder version of the Ford Bronco. Say hello to the Ford Bronco Raptor, the offroader that I've obtained from the Forza Horizon 5 Dia De Muertos Dry Season Playlist for 20 points.

First and foremost, what is the Ford Bronco Raptor?

The Ford Bronco is an off-road-inspired vehicle that has been a hit with both enthusiasts and regular motorists alike. In 2022, the Bronco received a significant update with the Raptor variant, which brings a range of powerful and advanced features that set it apart from its predecessors.

The first-ever Ford Bronco Raptor is powered by a 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine that produces 418HP of power and 440lb-ft of torque. This is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission that allows for impressive acceleration and high-performance driving. The Bronco Raptor is armed with HOSS 4.0 with FOX Live Valve 3.1 internal bypass semi-active dampers and specially developed 37-inch BFGoodrich all-terrain tires.

Although some would say "This isn't its final form", the Bronco Raptor pushes the reborn Bronco past its limits, and when taken to its natural habitat, the Raptor's power comes alive as its off-road-ready performance and dynamics will claw through uncharted paths like bread and butter. Are you digging this, players?

Anyway, to see if the Bronco Raptor is the superior version of the sixth-generation Ford Bronco, let's pit these two horses at the Horizon Baja area for a quick lap comparison. Let's roll the tape.

And now the results...

New Bronco - 1m35.112s

Bronco Raptor - 1m33.594s

What a close call. A near-two-second gap between the two Broncos! Yep, this isn't even its final form but the Bronco Raptor sure is potent compared to the normal Bronco.

The Bronco and the Bronco Raptor are both amazing, offering a lot of grip and stability on any terrain but overall, the Bronco Raptor is an impressive vehicle that offers a unique blend of style, substance, and power. Whether you're looking to tackle rugged terrain or simply crave the thrill of driving a true off-road-inspired vehicle, the Ford Bronco Raptor is the perfect choice for you.

I was going to conclude my word on the Bronco Raptor but...I have other ideas with this potent offroader so...watch this space.

My FM Log: Precise, I presume?

The Acura #6 ARX-05 DPi is the first-ever prize car of the new Forza Motorsport game. Those who conquered the first featured tour of the game, the Track Tour, can get their hands on Acura's last DPi-class contender used in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.

But first, let's get to know more about the ARX-05 DPi.

The #6 ARX-05 DPi used in the 2020 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship marks the final time Team Penske and Honda Performance Development collaborated before HPD's switch to Wayne Taylor Racing and Meyer Shank Racing for the 2021 season.

Driven by Dane Cameron, former F1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya, and IndyCar legend Simon Pagenaud, the #6 ARX-05 DPi finished sixth overall while its #7 counterpart, driven by Helio Castroneves, Ricky Taylor, and Alexander Rossi, became the champion.

Complying with DPi specifications, the twin-turbocharged 3.5L V6 engine produces 600hp of power while mated to a 6-speed sequential gearbox. It features a carbon fiber monocoque chassis and pushrod double wishbone suspension setup as well.

The ARX-05 is the last DPi-class Acura machine ever raced until it was replaced by the GTP-class ARX-06 in the 2023 IMSA season.

Let's get started with some gameplay footage of the car in action on the iconic Road America circuit.

The car's aerodynamics are incredibly well-designed, allowing for some seriously quick times. As you can see, we have some aggressive cornering lines, and the car handles incredibly well on the straightaways. However, it's the tight hairpins that really put this car to the test.

The suspension and brakes work perfectly together to give the driver a sense of control in tight spaces. As we make our way around the corner, the car's advanced aerodynamics allow us to maintain speed and complete the turn with ease.

Moving on to the high-speed straightaways, we can really see the car's speed potential. The steering is precise, and the car's handling is incredible. As we speed around the circuit, we can feel the rush of adrenaline as we push the limits of what's possible on this track.

Of course, the real magic happens on the tight hairpins. As we make our way around the first one, we can feel the car's grip on the road. The suspension works perfectly, allowing us to maintain speed and complete the turn with ease.

The second hairpin is equally as thrilling, as we make our way around the tight inner corners. The car's agility is on full display, and we can feel the precision required to complete the turn.

As we make our way around the final lap of the circuit, we can really see the car's speed potential. The aerodynamics are at their finest, and we can feel the car pushing hard on the brakes as we make our way around the final straightaway.

Overall, the ARX-05 DPi car is an incredible driver's car. The advanced aerodynamics, precise handling, and speed potential make it a dream car for any racing fan.

Thanks for watching, and I'll see you next time for more Forza Motorsport gameplay!

2023 NASCAR Cup Series - Xfinity 500

At last, the fight for the Championship 4 concludes with the penultimate race of the 2023 NASCAR Cup Series, the Xfinity 500 held at Martinsville Speedway.

As the green flag waved, the final fight for the Championship 4 has begun. Beginning with Stage 1, Martin Truex Jr. has an early advantage followed by Denny Hamlin taking over the lead, and an accident in front of the race leaders. As Hamlin won Stage 1, Stage 2 saw Ryan Blaney slipping through the lead while MTJ got penalized for going to the pits too quick. With Blaney taking Stage 2, the final stage is now a do-or-die match for the remaining playoff contenders fighting for the Championship 4, whatever it takes.

Screengrab from NASCAR

Ryan Blaney won the Xfinity 500 of the NASCAR Cup Series and the Championship 4's completed! He, Christopher Bell, Kyle Larson, and William Byron are ready to settle the scores in the finale.

Who will be crowned the champion? Don't miss the 2023 NASCAR Cup Series Championship at Phoenix Raceway this November 5th! It all ends here...

Ford Ranger (P703)

The world-proven Ford Ranger pickup truck is now in its 5th-generation and this all-new version strives to be the world's best midsize truck that can tackle the likes of the Toyota Hilux and the Chevrolet Colorado.

2024 Ford Ranger

Starting at $32,565 plus additional costs, the fifth-generation Ford Ranger continues to assert its world-class quality that makes the Ranger, well, a Ranger. Once and always.

2024 Ford Ranger

Beginning with the design, the fifth-generation Ranger is more of a macho-sized version of its little brother, the Maverick, but unlike the Maverick, the all-new Ranger is still the macho man known the world over. From the bustling streets of the West Coast to the desert hills, this Ranger still asserts its Built Ford Tough mantra.

2024 Ford Ranger interior

Step inside, the all-new Ranger features a 12-inch center touchscreen with SYNC 4A, digital instrumental panels, climate control, a B&O sound system, and a wireless charging pad, among many others. Like its predecessor, it's offered only in a four-door SuperCrew but when asked about the space, it is slightly more spacious compared to its predecessor. It even has a wider track compared to its predecessor, meaning you can now load a full-sized 'Euro' pallet flat in the bed.

2024 Ford Ranger Raptor

The fifth-generation Ford Ranger is powered by a choice of a 2.3L EcoBoost 4-cylinder, a 2.7L EcoBoost V6, and a 3.0L EcoBoost V6, all are mated to a 10-speed automatic. The lesser one produces 270HP of power and 310lb-ft of torque while the so-called superior one produces 405HP of power and 430lb-ft of torque. All engine variants gave the Ranger a towing capacity of up to 7,500 lbs.

Depending on the variant, the Ranger is armed with the Ford Trail Control, five driving modes from Normal to Sport, independent front suspension with gas-pressurized shocks and a stabilizer bar, electronic shift-on-the-fly for 4x4 variants, electronic-locking rear differential, rear outboard mounted shocks, and increased track width, making it capable of handling the world's roughest conditions from the Scandinavian winter wonderland to a bridge over the River Kok.

The first-ever Ranger Raptor runs on the same 405HP 3.0L EcoBoost V6 but with a specially-developed 10-speed AT, a full-time 4x4 system with an Electromechanical Transfer Case, 10.7 inches of ground clearance, Ford Trail Control, electronic-locking rear differential, and Fox Racing shocks with Live Valve technology. With the signature Baja Mode set, the Ranger Raptor is ready to trailblaze through the Moab without going FUBAR. It's more than enough to crunch the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 alive in the open.

Asked about safety features, the all-new Ford Ranger is armed with driver-assist features such as Pre-Collision Assist, BLIS, Lane-Keeping System, Rear View Camera, and Auto High-Beam Headlamps. It even comes with a 360-degree camera, Active Park Assist 2.0, Pro-Trailer Backup Assist, Trailer Brake Controller, and Tow/Haul Mode on the transmission shifting, giving it better confidence behind the wheel.

The fifth-generation Ford Ranger continues to assert its world-proven credentials with its muscular new design, interior, performance, and technology that makes the Ford Ranger THE Ford Ranger, once and always. It's the official pickup truck of the new normal and whether you're ready or not, it's morphin' time, ladies and gentlemen. You're looking at the world's best Ford Ranger.

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My FH5 Log: Charge-a-bug

A concept envisioned by Bruce Meyers, the Meyers Manx is what happens when you turn an ancient Volkswagen Beetle into an offroading wonder who loves to play rough at the beach.

From a long-lost barn find in Horizon Australia to a Horizon regular, the Meyers Manx became the go-to offroader for Forza Horizon fans because of its classic charms and near-great offroad capability that loves to get its face dirty everywhere. Thankfully, in modern times, the Meyers Manx is back as an electric beach buggy.

This is the electrified Meyers Manx that I've won from the Dia De Muertos Storm Season Playlist and it's great to see the legendary beach buggy rise from the dead.

As the first all-new Meyers Manx in nearly six decades, the Meyers Manx 2.0 features styling that stays true to the original while being powered by two electric motors and a 40kWh battery pack, producing 200HP of power output and 240ft-lb of torque output. It even comes with Electric Assist Steering and Regenerative Braking as well, making it capable of traveling over 300 miles of driving range on one full charge.

It feels just like the original Meyers Manx despite the electric powertrain that has more charge range than we think, less 0-60mph time than we think, and infinite smiles per mile. On and offroad, the Manx 2.0 is still the beach buggy the world knows and it loves to get itself dirty despite its zero-emission credentials that made it "clean".

The question is, is the electric reboot of the Meyers Manx better than the original? I know it sounds debatable but I went to the sandy part of the Badlands to answer the question. Experiment start.

And now the results...

Manx - 4m05.195s

Manx 2.0 - 3m26.740s

I guess the rebooted version is proven to be better than the original after all or perhaps the remastered version is better than the original perhaps?

Reboot or remaster, whatever you call it, the electrified Meyers Manx stays true to the original beach buggy classic while giving Gen Z drivers a sandblast from the past. Blending the past and the future is the hallmark of the modernized Meyers Manx and looks like you're in for a treat behind the wheel.

Getting nostalgic just got an electrified twist with this one.

2023 NASCAR Cup Series - 4EVER 400 presented by Mobil 1

The battle for the Championship 4 is on as the 2023 NASCAR Cup Series continues in Homestead-Miami for the 4EVER 400 presented by Mobil 1. No, this isn't about the fight for the Championship 4, this race is to commemorate Kevin Harvick's final NASCAR campaign as he's set to retire after the 2023 season.

As the green flag waved, the heat is on with the first stage saw some clashes between drivers and a collision spin by Ricky Stenhouse Jr. As Kyle Larson wins Stage 1, Stage 2 saw Ryan Blaney spoiling the party for the lead, and the finale saw Larson hitting the barriers at the pit entrance followed by the backstretch disaster, a heartbreak for Hamlin and MTJ and the fight for the Championship 4 spot.

Screengrab from NASCAR

After an intense Miami heat, Christopher Bell wins the 4EVER 400 presented by Mobil 1 of the NASCAR Cup Series! His spot at the Championship 4's been sealed.

There are three spots left so the fight for the Championship 4 continues this Sunday at October 29th with the Xfinity 500 at Martinsville Speedway.

Acura Integra Type S

The modern-day reboot of the Acura Integra may not be the revival they were hoping for but for a fancy equivalent of the Honda Civic FL1, it feels rather impressive on various levels. Turn the volume up to the highest level because the loudest Integra is here.

2024 Acura Integra Type S

2024 Acura Integra Type S interior

The first-ever Acura Integra Type S, starting at 50,800 US Dollars plus additional costs, pushes the rebooted Integra to the loudest level and when you hear one passing by, get your earmuffs ready because this is by no means the loudest Integra ever made.

Speedo boys like it loud so the Integra Type S showcases the loud side of the rebooted Integra with its wide fender flares, enlarged air ducts and vents, 19-inch wheels, and triple-exhaust layout derived from its Honda Civic Type R equivalent. On the inside, it's been kitted with a perforated leather sport steering wheel, dark titanium-finish knob, and Ultrasuede-trimmed sport seats. Although it works and feels just like the normal Integra, as well as the spacing good enough for your next tailgating party, expect no safe spaces for your eardrums when the Integra Type S comes out to play.

Under the hood, the Integra Type S runs on the same K20C1 2.0L VTEC Turbo engine as the Honda Civic Type R while mated exclusively to a close-ratio six-speed manual gearbox. It produces 320HP of power output and 310lb-ft of torque. Fuel economy is a combined 24MPG based on EPA calculations.

Unlike its other Type S brothers such as the TLX and the MDX, the Integra Type S is exclusively front-wheel-drive but who cares about it. This is what the loudest Integra should be and in terms of dynamics, the Integra Type S feels just like the Honda Civic Type R in various ways and means thanks to its Dual-Axis Strut front suspension, improved chassis rigidity, and large front Brembo monobloc brake calipers. With the Integrated Dynamics System set to its exclusive Sport+ mode, the Integra Type S shows its true colors on the road and on the track.

Just like its normal equivalent, the Integra Type S is equipped with AcuraWatch safety and driver-assistive technologies such as CMBS, RDM, ACC with Low-Speed Follow, LKAS, pedestrian detection, traffic sign recognition, Traffic Jam Assist, blind spot information system, rear cross-traffic monitor, and low-speed braking control.

The first-ever Acura Integra Type S is the Americanized Civic Type R that loves to live loud from the West Coast to the East Coast. This is absolutely what the Integra speedo boys wanted since the return. Good luck sleeping quietly when this car passes by.

Available colors: Lunar Silver Metallic, Majestic Black Pearl, Liquid Carbon Metallic, Performance Red Pearl, Platinum White Pearl, Apex Blue Pearl, and Tiger Eye Pearl.

Photo: Acura