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Acura marks a significant milestone in its history by introducing a unique tribute to its racing origins, the Integra 40 Racer. This special vehicle is a modern reinterpretation of the legendary Comptech Integra, the brand's first race car that achieved remarkable success in the IMSA series during the late 1980s. The Integra 40 Racer showcases a revitalized 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine, a highly advanced chassis, and a minimalist interior designed for performance, embodying Acura's enduring legacy in the automotive and racing world.

The journey of Acura began on March 27, 1986, when Honda launched it as the first luxury automotive brand from Japan. Its early years were marked by instant success, with models like the Integra sport compact and the flagship Legend coupe quickly earning critical acclaim and making their way onto prestigious "10Best" lists. Simultaneously, Acura was making its mark on the racetrack. The original Comptech Integra, bearing the number 48, dominated the IMSA International Sedan series, securing back-to-back manufacturers' championships in 1987 and 1988, and a drivers' title in 1990. This historic race car now serves as the direct inspiration for the newly developed Integra 40 Racer, which proudly carries the number 40 in celebration of its milestone anniversary.

Crafted by Honda Racing Corporation USA, the Integra 40 Racer is far more than a mere replica. It is a meticulously engineered racing machine, featuring a rebuilt D16A1 engine, now brilliantly finished in Quartz Silver, and equipped with stainless-steel headers and a custom Borla exhaust system for enhanced performance. Power is delivered to the front wheels via a five-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential. The car's chassis, originally derived from the Honda Civic and celebrated for its exceptional driving dynamics, has been significantly upgraded with Tein coil-over dampers and an adjustable panhard rod. The braking system has been converted to a manual setup, complemented by race-grade brake pads and high-performance Yokohama ADVAN tires, ensuring formidable stopping power. The interior is equally race-focused, with OMP racing seats, six-point harnesses, and a custom roll cage for maximum safety, reflecting its true racing pedigree.

Acura's celebration of its 40th anniversary with the Integra 40 Racer is a powerful reminder of its pioneering spirit and commitment to innovation. It symbolizes how honoring one's past achievements can inspire future endeavors, demonstrating that true success is not just about reaching milestones but about continually striving for excellence and sharing that passion with the world. This initiative underscores the importance of heritage in driving progress and serves as an inspiring example of dedication and high-performance engineering.

Celebrate Freedom on the Road: Ram's America250 Editions

The Distinctive Ram 1500 Big Horn America250 Special Edition: A Nod to American Heritage with Denim Touches

The Ram 1500 Big Horn America250 Special Edition is an homage to American tradition, offering a choice of Molten Red Pearl-Coat, Hydro Blue Pearl-Coat, or Bright White Clear-Coat finishes. Its interior boasts captivating Denim Soul blue fabric on the bucket seats, accented with contrasting red and white stitching. Unique Velcro patches, embossed with the America250 logo, adorn the front seatbacks, designed for military name and U.S. flag patches. The interior further features red, white, and blue stitching on the center console lid, door armrests, and steering wheel, complemented by Ruby Red seat belts. Additional patriotic details include a Black Onyx Chrome America250 emblem on the glovebox, “America Made Us” aluminum door sill plates, and a custom leather key tag featuring both Ram and America250 logos alongside an American flag cloth graphic.

Exterior Enhancements and Digital Flair of the Big Horn America250 Edition

Beyond its striking interior, the Big Horn America250 edition presents a distinct exterior profile and digital greeting. Upon startup, the driver information display features an exclusive America250 “splash” graphic. The truck’s exterior is defined by a body-colored grille surround, Diamond Black Crystal Pearl-Coat finishes for the bumpers, fender flares, mirror caps (including auto-dimming mirrors), door handles, and tailgate handle. Satin black badges and America250 emblems add to its exclusivity, alongside 20-inch black wheels. A Sport Performance hood adorned with satin black U.S. flag graphics and a similar graphic on the rear bedsides, encapsulating a Mopar spray-in bedliner, complete the patriotic theme.

Sophisticated Details of the Laramie and Rebel Special Editions: Wheels, Grilles, and Rugged Aesthetics

The Laramie and Rebel special editions of the Ram 1500 America250 series offer their own distinct features. The Laramie boasts a refined Gloss Black billet grille with a body-color surround and 22-inch black aluminum wheels. In contrast, the Rebel features 18-inch wheels fitted with all-terrain tires, a mesh grille with a Satin Black surround, a powder-coated black front bumper with integrated tow hooks, and a low-gloss black rear bumper. The fender flares also come in a low-gloss black finish, with an option for Diamond Black Crystal Pearl-Coat paint for the lower body. Both models include black lighting bezels, and like the Big Horn, are available in the patriotic red, white, and blue paint finishes.

Interior Luxuries and Commemorative Elements of the Laramie and Rebel Special Editions

Inside, both the Laramie and Rebel special editions feature luxurious leather performance seats with perforated Blue Crust centers and Graphite Metallic-trimmed bolsters, all accentuated with red, white, and blue stitching. This patriotic stitching extends to the leather-trimmed dash, door uppers, armrests, center console lid, and steering wheel. Consistent with the Big Horn, these models also include embossed Velcro logos on the upper seatbacks for patches, the exclusive America250 start-up graphic, a Satin Chrome emblem on the passenger side instrument panel, a custom leather key tag, and “America Made Us” door sill scuff plates. These thoughtful details culminate in a truly special edition experience.

Pricing and Future Prospects for the America250 Special Editions

The Big Horn America250 Special Edition begins at $61,415, a price that includes the $2,495 America250 package and destination charges, powered by the V6 engine. The Laramie starts at $70,365, while the Rebel is priced from $72,830, both including the Hurricane SO engine and the respective add-on charges (the Rebel’s America250 package is $1,995). Orders are currently open, though quantities are limited. However, Stellantis has indicated that these models are just the beginning of a series of America250 special editions across its U.S. brands, suggesting that more commemorative vehicles will be introduced in the near future.