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Acura TSX, the HONDA’s pride and dignity

There is a consistency to The Acura TSX’s styling that ties its current models together and The Acura TSX is no exception. Although it stretches the mold a bit, as it should, there’s still no mistaking it for anything but one of Honda’s luxury line. The front end blends elements from Acura’s other two sedans, [...]

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Manual transmission test drive

Now, (with caution – safety first!), shift the transmission lever into neutral. Apply the parking brake. With the engine idling, press the clutch pedal all the way, hold it down, and listen for noises. Then release the pedal and listen for noises again. There should be no loud noises at either positions. The next step [...]

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Automatic transmission test drive

Use more caution when test-driving someone else’s vehicle – the mirrors, the driver’s seat, etc. may not be adjusted properly for you. First, get use to brake pedal feeling, adjust the mirrors, driver’s seat, and learn all the controls of the vehicle. Proceed to drive only when you sure it’s safe. One of the indications [...]

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