Update: 2024 Integra Type S Media First Look Walkarounds Released! Driving Reviews Coming June 19

[TomK]

I heard the official launch date is June 19th so I wonder if embargo will be lifted the same day??

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[Grelco]

 

[Azkyrie6]

I heard the official launch date is June 19th so I wonder if embargo will be lifted the same day??

What’s this embargo lift you speak of???

 

[RUNN1N]

What’s this embargo lift you speak of???

Acura invites these journalists to a central location to test drive the Type-S and learn all about it under the condition that they'll keep all their impressions confidential until a set date/time, which allows everyone to release their content at the same time--until then, you won't see anything about the car that isn't open and obvious.

 

[Grelco]

What’s this embargo lift you speak of???

Media is given access to cars for reviews and articles and things but they aren't allowed to release them until a certain date so that everybody's reviews come out at the same time

 

[Azkyrie6]

Media is given access to cars for reviews and articles and things but they aren't allowed to release them until a certain date so that everybody's reviews come out at the same time

thank you. So it looks like they’ll all sit on information for two full weeks. Hopefully that translates into good reviews met with a healthy supply for people to buy.

othwerwise most of us will just be dreaming for several months

 

[meki22]

thank you. So it looks like they’ll all sit on information for two full weeks. Hopefully that translates into good reviews met with a healthy supply for people to buy.

othwerwise most of us will just be dreaming for several months

Looking forward to Savagegeese and Everyday Driver for their takes. Those two channels are my personal favorites. Hopefully we’ll see Jason Cammisa’s take between the CTR and ITS

 

[RUNN1N]

thank you. So it looks like they’ll all sit on information for two full weeks. Hopefully that translates into good reviews met with a healthy supply for people to buy.

othwerwise most of us will just be dreaming for several months

Well it'll take each of them time to edit their content for production, especially the folks doing videos, so it's more than just time to sit. But also worth considering, Acura invites who they like to these events.... and they tend to invite people who like them back. The journalists are covered for travel, food, and lodging, plus they get shown a good time while they're there. The reviews will be positive.

If you want less biased content, that'll take some time to surface.

 

[meki22]

Well it'll take each of them time to edit their content for production, especially the folks doing videos, so it's more than just time to sit. But also worth considering, Acura invites who they like to these events.... and they tend to invite people who like them back. The journalists are covered for travel, food, and lodging, plus they get shown a good time while they're there. The reviews will be positive.

If you want less biased content, that'll take some time to surface.

This is actually one of the “problems” auto journalism is facing. The fact that they are wined and dined for each press event. This is why Doug Demuro never attends said events.

Of course it makes total sense but as a consumer I still prefer an honest review. They can always criticize in a constructive and respectful way. I think Savagegeese does this quite well.

 

[Azkyrie6]

Well it'll take each of them time to edit their content for production, especially the folks doing videos, so it's more than just time to sit. But also worth considering, Acura invites who they like to these events.... and they tend to invite people who like them back. The journalists are covered for travel, food, and lodging, plus they get shown a good time while they're there. The reviews will be positive.

If you want less biased content, that'll take some time to surface.

that Makes sense. Although some of the mentioned reviewers are quite good with excellent content. I do wonder what the play is, get good ITS reviews out to improve the brand of Acura and/or sell lots of ITS. Hopefully we’ll get information on production and allocation to the dealers

 

[Grelco]

If you're planning an event, you're not going to plan to not do this stuff. It's standard these days. So you can't fault Acura, and the Integra event seems less decadent than many others - the latest Toyota Tacoma event was in Hawaii for example. It's about good press, so this is just how it goes.

 

[raisedhaze]

If you're planning an event, you're not going to plan to not do this stuff. It's standard these days. So you can't fault Acura, and the Integra event seems less decadent than many others - the latest Toyota Tacoma event was in Hawaii for example. It's about good press, so this is just how it goes.

Certainly can't blame Acura...but I would hope they encourage honest reviews. I think there will be room to compare and contrast with existing models from Acura, Honda, and even competitors without coming across disparagingly with feedback. I would expect some honest comparisons with the CTR like ride quality, interior details, performance and even how it stacks up against Elantra N, GR Corolla, Golf R, etc.

My expectations are that this will he more premium feeling, similar performance, and a softer ride when compared to the Civic Type-R...but I am excited to see if my assumptions are off!

 

[TeggyTypeS]

SavageGeese will give an unbiased review, plus he got a FL5 so he will have that intimate knowledge to compare the two. Also Tedward and Topher own FL5’s so they will be good sources if you want to see how the ITS compares to the FL5.

 

[TeggyTypeS]

I expect the ITS to be as fast as the CTR in anything but the most seasoned auto x or professional drivers hands. Considering a lot of people are disabling the dampers on the FL5 to use R+ mode without the harshness of the rock hard dampers.

 

[meki22]

SavageGeese will give an unbiased review, plus he got a FL5 so he will have that intimate knowledge to compare the two. Also Tedward and Topher own FL5’s so they will be good sources if you want to see how the ITS compares to the FL5.

Agreed. I forgot to mention the Topher as I do like his takes. I'm hoping that the ITS is essentially the FL5 that everyone loves to daily thanks to a more compliant ride.

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