Celebrated around the world for his artwork, Yoshikawa has been called one of the greatest living automotive artists and has a special kinship with Acura, dating back to the first generation NSX.
In his NSX sketch, Yoshikawa reflects on the technology and beautiful design of the second-generation supercar. Yoshikawa's artistry examines the NSX, deciding what elements to show, and to hide, drawn largely from notes and memory.
"The NSX's power unit was extremely challenging to draw, making the second-generation NSX the most difficult vehicle I have sketched," said Yoshikawa. "Everything comes down to the details. If you don't understand the technology that goes into building vehicles, you won't be able to build them, and you certainly can't draw them."
Yoshikawa. — Blackbird Automotive
The only Japanese supercar made in America and the only one using electric motors to improve dynamic performance, the Acura NSX combines a three-motor Sport Hybrid Super Handling All-Wheel Drive with a twin-turbocharged V6 engine.
The 2019 NSX made its global debut at Monterey Car Week and is distinguished by a new body-colour front grille garnish and high gloss treatment for the front and rear fascia mesh.
An expanded colour palette includes a Thermal Orange Pearl paint, an Indigo blue leather interior option and two new brake caliper colourways.
A host of chassis enhancements include stiffer stabiliser bars, a new grippier tire and software tuning designed to elevate the 2019 NSX's performance in all driving situations—whether on the street or race track.
The result is a supercar even more responsive to the will of the driver, leading to a nearly 2-second faster lap time around the Suzuka Circuit.
