Acura Accessory Hacks For An Active Life

Outfitting Your ADX or MDX

Acura Accessory Hacks For An Active Life

There’s a certain sort of excitement that when you're finished work for the week. It’s that moment you decide to trade the suburban grind for the open road, whether you're planning a multi-day trek to the Bruce Peninsula or a sunrise hike through the Rouge National Urban Park.

The team at Acura Pickering know that an active lifestyle requires more than just a great vehicle—it requires a smart strategy for your gear.

Our varied lineup of cars and SUVs has something for everyone, including the agile new Acura ADX and the powerhouse Acura MDX, offers the perfect canvas for your adventures. Here is how we recommend outfitting your ride to master the weekend getaway.

Exterior Elevation: Roof Racks and Beyond

When you’re heading to Tobermory with a family of four, interior space is a premium. The secret to a stress-free drive is moving the bulky items outside.

  • Acura MDX Roof Rack Installation: We highly recommend our Acura Genuine Crossbars over "universal" aftermarket options. Why? Because they are wind-tunnel tested to reduce drag and road noise on the 401, ensuring the quiet luxury cabin in the MDX stays that way and that your gas mileage doesn't suddenly spike.
  • Acura ADX Crossbars: For our ADX owners, adding black or silver crossbars allows you to mount a Midsize Roof Box. With 13 cubic feet of weather-protected storage, it’s the perfect home for sleeping bags, tents, and camp chairs.
  • The Water Enthusiast’s Kit: Planning to paddle the turquoise waters of Georgian Bay? We can equip your roof rails with specialized Kayak or Paddleboard Attachments that lock securely, giving you peace of mind while cruising at highway speeds.

Interior Organization: The "Clean Cabin" Strategy

Ontario trails are legendary, but they are also often muddy. Keeping the "great outdoors" from becoming a permanent part of your upholstery is a top priority for our guests.

  • The Protection Package: Every active family should consider our Cargo Tray and Seat Back Protectors. These heavy-duty, waterproof liners mean you can toss muddy hiking boots or wet gear into the back without a second thought.
  • Acura Genuine Cargo Organizer: Stop your groceries or camping stove from sliding around during those sharp turns on Liverpool Road. This collapsible organizer keeps your smaller essentials secure and upright.
  • All-Season Floor Mats: A Pickering essential. From winter slush to spring trail mud, our high-wall all-season mats catch the mess before it touches your carpet, making post-trip cleanup as simple as a quick spray with a hose.

The Choice: ADX vs. MDX for Your Active Life

Not sure which SUV fits your brand of busy lifestyle? Here is how we break it down for our Durham Region families:

  • The Acura ADX (The Agile Explorer): Perfectly sized for couples or young families. With 1,560L of max cargo space, the ADX is a master of maneuverability, fitting easily into tight trail-head parking lots while still hauling a full weekend camping kit.
  • The Acura MDX (The Capability King): If your trips involve more people or bigger toys, the MDX is your go-to. It offers a massive 2,690L of cargo volume and an available 5,000 lbs towing capacity—more than enough to pull a small boat or a pop-up trailer to the campsite.

The Acura Pickering Advantage: Professional Fitment

While DIY is tempting, having your trailer hitch or roof rails installed by our factory-trained technicians ensures that every bolt is torqued to spec and your vehicle warranty remains fully intact. We take the guesswork out of the gear so you can focus on the destination.

Visit us at Acura Pickering today to explore our full inventory of adventure accessories, or call our parts department to have your roof rack ready for your next Friday afternoon escape.

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