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Acura Faces Controversy for Casting Call for ‘Not Too Dark’ Black Actors in Ad

Casting call sheet requested Black actors to appear in commercial with Jerry Sienfeld---as long as they were "not too dark"

Acura casting call sheet requested Black actors to appear in commercial with Jerry Sienfeld–as long…

By Elayne Fluker

Posted: April 18, 2012 Tags: , , , ,
Just as the U.S. auto industry was expected to return to the fast lane, following the worst economic recession since the Great Depression, certain segments could be brought to a screeching halt this summer. With Japan’s recent earthquake affecting new-vehicle production both here and abroad, coupled with the civil unrest in the Middle East—which is driving up gas prices to unprecedented levels—many consumers in the market for a new (or used) ride over the next few months are in for a bumpy ride. Here, are five ways in which the earthquake in Japan could affect car sales—and you—this summer.

5 Ways the Earthquake in Japan Could Affect Car Sales & You

With numerous automakers based in Japan, the recent quake could have a trickle down effect on your next purchase

With numerous automakers based in Japan, the recent quake could have a trickle down effect…

By Jeff Fortson

Posted: April 25, 2011 Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Buyer’s Guide: Acura’s RDX Packs More Technological Punch

The car manufacturer rolls out a an upgrade of last year's model with a few added perks

The RDX hits the pavement (Source: Press)
2011 ACURA RDX SH-AWD

MSRP: $38,580 (Base RDX starts out…

By Jeff Fortson

Posted: February 11, 2011 Tags: , , , ,