Learn about EV technology: http://www.electric-vehiclenews.com/<br /><br />The Honda NSX is set to make a triumphant return to the supercar game within three years following the unveiling of an Acura-badged concept at the 2012 Detroit motor show. <br /><br />The NSX concept is a philosophical successor to Honda's original supercar -- manufactured in Japan between 1990 and 2005 -- incorporating lightweight materials, a mid-mounted V6 engine and an emphasis on cutting-edge high-tech engineering.<br /><br />Among the new model's most innovative features is its all-wheel drive system. Honda calls it Sport Hybrid SH-AWD (Super Handling All Wheel Drive), and says it will deliver handling performance "unmatched by previous AWD system".<br /><br />It uses an electric motor drive unit and a bilateral torque-adjustable control system to generate positive or negative torque to the front wheels during cornering.<br /><br />The all-new direct-injection VTEC V6 is linked to a dual-clutch transmission with a built-in electric motor, which Honda says creates "supercar acceleration while offering outstanding efficiency".<br /><br />Honda Motor Co. CEO Takanobu Ito says the future supercar's all-wheel drive system will make it the ultimate expression of synergy between man and machine.<br /><br />"The NSX will make the driver one with the car to enhance dynamic driving abilities without getting in the way."<br /><br />Ito said Honda's engineers were targeting "high performance through engineering efficiency", just as the developers of the original car did 25 years ago, although with a renewed sense of environmental sensibility.<br /><br />"In this new era, even as we focus on the fun to drive spirit of the NSX, I think a supercar must respond positively to environmental responsibilities."<br /><br />The all-new Honda NSX will be developed by Honda R&D Americas and manufactured in Ohio, with production set to begin before 2015.
