Acura interior concept will make production in the NSX first, before being adapted for all future production vehiclesHonda has revealed a new high-tech dash concept at the LA motor show, which is believed to give clues to how an updated Honda NSX interior will look initially, before featuring on all production cars in the future.

Called the Acura Precision Cockpit, the dash concept is described as “a near-production interior styling and technology concept” that is “inspired by the NSX”.

Highlights include a wide, ultra-clear, 12.3-inch digital driver's display plus another screen that sits in the middle of the dash, angled at the driver. Images and colours on the screen change according to the driver’s mood and the selected driving mode.

The central screen is controlled via a curved touchpad located in the centre console between the seats, in the style of Audi’s MMI or BMW’s iDrive systems.

Through the screen, the driver can engage semi-automated driving technology and a variety of connectivity functions: for instance, it will display other cars in close proximity, distinguishing which are being driven autonomously and which are under the control of a human. It will also recognise pedestrians and cyclists and use artificial intelligence to predict where they will move. Honda says this will build confidence in drivers that its autonomous systems are capable of making the right decisions.

In addition, Honda has highlighted the use of high-end materials on the dash, including brushed metal, natural wood, leather and alcantara finishes, plus the use of ambient lighting around the car’s interior. All of these touches are expected to become part of future Honda production models in time.

The interior concept has been created by Acura - Honda’s upmarket US brand - to complement its Acura Precision Concept car, which was revealed to show how its cars’ exteriors will look in future.



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