RE: KEENED - The Temple of VTEC Fantasy Factory

The Temple of VTEC Fantasy Factory

A Collection of Honda and Acura Automobile Concepts and Refinements

by Neal McDaniel http://www.vtec.net

©2012 Temple of VTEC. Published May, 2012.

Revised edition, June, 2014.

All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced in any form without permission from the copyright owners. Some images in this collection are courtesy of Honda public relations media outlets worldwide.

For additional information, please contact: Temple of VTEC Honda and Acura Enthusiasts Online http://www.vtec.net Book design: Neal McDaniel

Dedicated to the “Boy Racer” within us all.

RE: KEENED The Temple of VTEC Fantasy Factory

A Collection of Honda and Acura Automobile Concepts and Refinements

by Neal McDaniel

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The value of life can be measured by how many times your soul has been deeply stirred.

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-Soichiro Honda

INTRODUCTION At the Temple of VTEC we are all, without any doubt,“enthusiasts.”

We jump at the slightest hint, leak, spy photo, press release and concept, fueling our passions for all things Honda and Acura.

Show car concepts in particular offer a glimpse of the products which might find their way into our driveways and dreams. These cars are the most tangible expressions of Honda’s vision for the future, telegraphing new trends in design and performance. They stimulate our senses and ignite discussions.

For myself in particular, every crease, curve, grille, wheel and vent adds to the exclusive, “Keen-Edged” visual language I have set aside in my mind - that part devoted solely to Honda and Acura. The images within these pages take those bits and pieces created by Honda’s talented designers and stylists in a variety of directions, themes and refinements.

These so-called “Fantasy Factory” vehicles might fill in presumed vacancies in product lines or address certain “aesthetic issues,” but always with the intent of staying true and reverent to the “Honda Spirit” which continues to inspire devotees worldwide.

As always, I am continually grateful to TOV Founder Jeff Palmer for the opportunity to share my designs and visions, and to our many website visitors for their continued support and praise.

And my sincere thanks goes out to the friends, industry contacts, viewers, posters and contributors worldwide who continue to add meaningful content and community to this site. The Temple of VTEC represents the ultimate online expression of automobile enthusiasts who truly believe in “The Power of Dreams.”

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Neal McDaniel

HONDA CIVIC SI SEDAN CONCEPT

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Concept renderings for rumored Civic Si Sedan November, 2005 (page views: 49,717)

Based on Civic Si Coupe media photographs, these renderings predated the official announcement of the Civic Si Sedan by nearly a year and caused quite a stir within AHMC for their surprising accuracy. -nm

Success is 99 percent failure.

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-Soichiro Honda

HFP CIVIC SI SEDAN CONCEPT

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Concept rendering combining SEMA 2005 HFP concept coupe and standard sedan December, 2005 (page views: 11,364)

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HONDA ACCORD “4-DOOR COUPE” CONCEPT

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Honda’s pedestrian sedan goes for the “4-door coupe” look June, 2009 (page views: 13,466)

HONDA CIVIC SI “TOURING� CONCEPT Concept rendering for a Civic-based sport wagon June, 2009 (page views: 15,475)

I could not understand how it could move under its own power. And when it had driven past me, without even thinking why, I found myself chasing it down the road, as hard as I could run.

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-Soichiro Honda

ACURA ZDX “TYPE TOV” CONCEPT

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Rendering refinements to the production design July, 2009 (page views: 16,578)

ACURA “TSXTOUR” CONCEPT TSX-based Gran Tourismo inspired by the Honda CrossTour December, 2010 (page views: 12,945)

We only have one future, and it will be made of our dreams, if we have the courage to challenge convention.

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-Soichiro Honda

HONDA ACCORD “TOURING” SPORT WAGON CONCEPT

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Concept rendering for an Accord-based sport wagon w/MUGEN accessories December, 2010 (page views: 9,413)

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2012 ACURA “MDV” CONCEPT

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Rendering depicting an Acura take on the ultimate minivan December, 2010 (page views: 9,775)

2012 HONDA CIVIC SI “TOURING” CONCEPT Concept rendering for a Civic-based sport wagon, April, 2011 (page views: 15,475)

The value of life can be measured by how many times your soul has been deeply stirred.

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-Soichiro Honda

HONDA ACCORD GT CONCEPT (aka: CROSSTOUR)

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Rendering with a revised front-end treatment and “Grand Touring” stance December, 2010 (page views: 13,547)

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2012 HONDA CIVIC EX AND TYPE-S “5-DOOR” CONCEPTS

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Concept renderings for a Civic-based 5-Door Hatchback May, 2011 (page views: 10,895)

If Honda does not race, there is no Honda.

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-Soichiro Honda

2012 HONDA CIVIC SI HATCHBACK CONCEPT

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Concept rendering for a Civic-based hatchback April, 2011 (page views: 13,714)

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2013 ACCORD SEDAN TYPE-S CONCEPT

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Concept rendering utilizing elements from the existing Accord Sedan and NAIAS Accord Coupe Concept January, 2012 (page views: 17,110)

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2014 ACURA TL SPORT HYBRID CONCEPT

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Concept combining elements of the TL, ILX, NSX and ASC Concepts January, 2012 (page views: 12,930)

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2013 ACURA ILX “TOURING” CONCEPT

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Concept combining elements of the ILX and RDX Concepts January, 2012 (page views: 9,050)

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2014 ACURA CLX HYBRID SPORT COUPE CONCEPT

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Concept combining elements of the Civic Coupe, ILX and ASC Concepts February, 2012 (page views: 15,920)

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2014 ACURA CLX HYBRID SPORT COUPE CONCEPTS

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Color variations: White Diamond Pearl and Monte Carlo Blue Pearl February, 2012

Real happiness lies in the completion of work using your own brains and skills.

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-Soichiro Honda

2014 ACURA RSX HYBRID SPORT HATCHBACK CONCEPT

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Concept combining elements of the Civic Coupe, ILX, RDX and ASC Concepts March, 2012 (page views: 12,690)

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2014 ACURA RLX HYBRID-SPORT CONCEPT “TYPE TOV”

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Concept includes refinements to the Acura RLX Concept Car (see next page) April, 2012 (page views: 7,870)

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Lowered hood with leading edge moved forward; Slightly more aggressive, rearward angle to grille; Upgraded wheel and brake package; Front axle moved forward 3 inches; Subtly-flared rocker panel trim; Rear passenger compartment extended 2 inches to allow for a reclining rear seat option; Crease in bodywork extended through the rear door terminating under gas cap; Gas cap moved rearward 1 inch; Rear overhang beyond taillights reduced 2 inches w/slightly shortened rear deck; Satin-finish door handle and window trim; TOV-Signature, "Boy-Racer Red Mica."

2014 ACURA RLX “GRAND TOURING” HYBRID CONCEPT

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Includes additional refinements to the Acura RLX “Type TOV” Concept (see next page) April, 2012 (page views: 7,870)

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Roof line lowered approximately 1.5�; Revised front fascia (ILX concept style); Steeply-raked C-pillar forms shortened rear deck lid; Rear deck lid is angled forward, w/more prominent Acura badge; Rear-quarter window has been added to increase visibility and framed in satin chrome; Circular fuel-filler cap; Side mirrors are more low-profile and are extended rearward; Suspension lowered approximately .5�; "Shoreline Mist Metallic" paint.

2014 ACURA ELX 5-DOOR CONCEPT (EURO-SPEC)

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Rendering depicting an Acura version of the European Honda Civic March, 2012 (page views: 10,070)

2014 ACURA ILX 5-DOOR “TOURER� CONCEPT Combines the best qualities of a sedan with the practicality of a hatch and coupe-like silhouette May, 2012 (page views: 8,870)

What we learn through failure becomes a precious part of us, strengthening us in everything we do. So let the tough things make you tougher.

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-Soichiro Honda

2013 HONDA ACCORD “EARTH DREAMS” SEDAN CONCEPT

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Additional refinements utilizing elements from the NAIAS Accord Coupe Concept and China Concept C May, 2012 (page views: 20,050)

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2014 ACURA “LEGEND” RWD SEDAN CONCEPT

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Sporting elegance on a clean and well-proportioned, bespoke RWD platform.

August, 2012 (page views: 16,090)

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201$ HONDA FIT SPORT CONCEPT

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Rendering concept based on the Honda Crider sedan.

June, 2013 (page views: 18,460)

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2016 ACURA CLX TYPE-S PROTOTYPE

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SH-AWD, 7MT, turbocharged 3.5L V6 coupe based on the TLX prototype sedan.

January, 2014 (page views: 16,000+)

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2016 ACURA TLX SPORT-WAGON PROTOTYPE

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Performance wagon/hatchback based on the TLX prototype sedan.

February, 2014 (page views: 7,000+)

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2017 ACURA HSX HYBRID-SPORT CONCEPT

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SH-AWD, 6MT, turbocharged 2.4L, 3-door hatchback.

February, 2014 (page views: 5,000+)

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2016 ACURA SSX HYBRID COUPE CONCEPT

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ASCC-inspired, Twin-turbo hybrid, 2+2 coupe.

June, 2014

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If you hire only those people you understand, the company will never get people better than you are. Always remember that you often find outstanding people among those you don’t particularly like.

-Soichiro Honda

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Concept rendering utilizing elements from 2013 Accord Sedan “spy” photography.

June, 2012 (page views: 14,200)

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About the Designer Neal McDaniel is the Art Director of the Temple of VTEC. Since 1997, his designs and concepts have seen by countless Honda and Acura enthusiasts worldwide. Professionally, he has worked at various senior level creative positions serving a variety of clientele, as well as teaching graphic design and visual arts at college and primary levels, respectively.

He can be reached at: neal@vtec.net

About the Temple of VTEC The Temple of VTEC (http://www.vtec.net) was established by Honda aficionados in 1994.

Over the years the Temple of VTEC has grown to serve hundreds of thousands of unique monthly visitors representing over 170 countries from across the globe. The Temple of VTEC’s #1 geographic audience is North America, but its reach extends throughout Europe and Asia. The typical TOV reader is a college educated male with a technical background and an interest in motorsports and outdoor activities. According to internal polls, roughly 75% of readers fall into the 18-35 age category, with approximately 17% of readers representing the 35-50 age group.

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