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2025 RMAP 4xFall – Empire, CO

This year’s 4xFall event, presented by Rocky Mountain Automotive Press, takes us to Empire – a small town that many skiiers and downhill mountain bikers will pass through on their way to Winter Park/ Trestle Bike Park from I-70. If you haven’t already made a pit stop, it may be worth your time to take a pause in one of the coffee and food shops before heading up the pass or hitting the highway.

Our specific drive route included a mountain highway segment, followed by a relatively easy but rugged and steep off-road trail: Jones Pass. The varying terrain helped demonstrate where each of these vehicles landed on the off-roading vs. on-road vs. value spectrum, with each offering its own story for their adventurous-minded customers.

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Week 45 – Interesting Auto News Worth Sharing

News For the Week (#45):

What’s worth sharing – 4 items:

  1. Acura released information regarding their significantly updated 2018 RLX, luxury sedan (also formerly known as Legend and RL).Once known for its Sporty nature, trouble free enjoyment, and reasonable price, Acura seems on the verge of a renaissance.

The MDX and TLX have been updated with Acura’s Precision Concept styling theme for their extensive mid-generation cycle refreshes and now the RLX gets the same treatment.

2018 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid

The car gets much sharper styling (new front fascia, hood, headlights, exhaust finishers, and a gloss black diffuser) and brighter colors. While fully admitting that I have a soft spot for this underdog performer, I feel the exterior design has the most athletic and cohesive look since the the second generation Legend.

New seat designs and available color choices round the notable changes to the interior. Continue reading “Week 45 – Interesting Auto News Worth Sharing”