Honda Releases Civic Type S Fireblade Replica

Honda has introduced a limited edition version of the 3door Civic Type S in Italy inspired from the company’s CBR1000RR Fireblade motorcycle. The Civic Type S Fireblade Replica is equipped with Honda’s 2.2-liter i-CTDi turbo diesel engine that delivers 140 Hp at 4,000 rpm and 340 Nm (250.7 lb-ft) of torque at 2,000 rpm. Matted to 6-speed manual gearbox, the Type S can go from 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 8.6 sec and on to a top speed of 205 km/h (127mph). According to Honda, the Type S achieves an avg fuel consumption of 5.2lt /100km or 45.2mpg U.S.

Available in three exterior colors - Black, Red and Silver, the Civic Type S Fireblade Replica is distinguished on the outside by the newly designed front and rear bumper air vents, both of which are finished in graphite color. Furthermore, the mirror caps, the door handles and the fuel cap are finished in graphite which is also the color of choice for the new 18-inch alloy wheel that look absolutely stunning. -Continued

The special edition Civic Type S also receives a set of “Fireblade” badges (in and out) along with new floor mats in –what else- graphite color. Prices in Italy for the Civic Type S Fireblade start at €25,190 ($39,900 with the current exchange rates).

Video: F1 Pilot Jenson Button Laps the Nurburgring in a Honda Civic Type-R

Honda has released an official video with its F1 pilot Jenson Button lapping the Nurburgring Nordschleife for the first time in his life with a 200 Hp Civic Type R. To be precise, the Japanese maker has published two videos, with the first containing the talk, and the second, the lap around the famous race track. –Videos after the jump

Via: Motorpasion & WindingRoad

Mugen Honda Civic Type-RR Concept With 260HP 2.2L i-VTEC

This undeniably impressively supped up Civic Type-RR is the work of Mugen and it made its debut at the recent Tokyo Auto Salon. Apart from the overly aggressive bodykit that includes an aluminium bonnet, a carbon-fibre front end and a large rear-wing spoiler, the Mugen Civic Type-RR Experimental Spec boasts a series of mechanical upgrades, the most important being the K20A engine that has been bored out to 2.2-litres. The result is an output of 260 HP and a maximum torque figure of 235 Nm or 173 lbs/ft.

As one would expect, Mugen also upgraded the Type-RR’s wheels, brakes and suspension. Inside, the Japanese tuner stripped the Civic’s cabin and added a heap load of carbon-fibre parts along with a new set of bucket seats. –More pics after the jump

Via: Le Blog Auto , Source: Mugen

Honda’s 2008 Tokyo Auto Salon Offerings: Civic Type-R & Inspire Concepts

At this year’s Tokyo Auto Salon (January 11-13), which is the Japanese equivalent of the US SEMA and the European ESSEN tuning shows, Honda will display two custom designed concept vehicles. The race-track ready Sports Modulo Type R is based on the Civic Type R, and according to Honda, it demonstrates how aerodynamic performance and design can be brought together to enhance a vehicle.

The less dramatic Touring Modulo Inspire Concept, based on the new Inspire (Accord), features a combination of sporty and luxury elements. We’ve added high-res pictures of both cars after the jump, but if you want to see more pictures, click here for the Touring Modulo Inspire and here for the Sports Modulo Type R. -Continued after the jump

Press Release

TOKYO, Japan, January 9, 2008– Honda Access Corporation, manufacturer of genuine Honda aftermarket parts and accessories, announced that it will feature two Modulo concept vehicles in its exhibition at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2008 with NAPAC, to be held from Friday, January 11, to Sunday, January 13, 2008, at Makuhari Messe in Chiba Japan.

The theme for the Honda display will be “Realizing Dreams Together”, and the focus will be on road-going models that display the true value of Honda Access products and demonstrating how those products deliver what customers really desire.

The two concept vehicles are designed to take the appeal of the sedan to a higher level through new approaches to customization. The Sports Modulo Type R is based on the Civic Type R, and demonstrates how aerodynamic performance and design can be brought together to enhance a vehicle. The Touring Modulo Inspire, based on the new Inspire, is a luxury vehicle that combines a sporty character with a premium feel.

Also on display will be Civic Type R, Step WGN and Fit models, and motorcycles featuring Honda’s most advanced equipment. The latest Honda car navigation and audio systems and other genuine Honda accessories will also be presented. .

1 Honda Access Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

2 Modulo is an original Honda customization brand.

3 Sponsored by the Tokyo Auto Salon Association with the cooperation of the Nippon Auto Parts Aftermarket Committee (NAPAC)

Overview of Tokyo Auto Salon 2008
Dates:
Friday, January 11, 9am to 6pm: Press Day; 1pm to 6pm:Special General Admission
Saturday, January 12, 9pm to 6pm: General Admission
Sunday, January 13, 9am to 5pm: General Admission

Location:
International Convention Hall, Makuhari Messe (Japan Convention Center), Chiba, Japan

Press Conference by Honda Access: Exhibition Overview
Date:
Friday, January 11, from 9:30

Location:
International Convention Hall, Makuhari Messe (Japan Convention Center), Chiba, Japan, Central Hall, Exhibit #431, Honda display

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Automobiles: 2 vehicles
Sports Modulo Type R, Touring Modulo Inspire e

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Automobiles: 2 vehicles
StepWGN, Kids Bike Transporter

Motorcycles: 1 vehicle
Forza Z Audio Package

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Team Honda Access Civic (2007 Super Endurance ST4 Class Series Championship Car)

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Automobiles: 6 vehicles
Fit Active Plus, Fit Sports Neo, Fit Luxe’ster
Modulo StepWGN, Modulo Odyssey Absolute, Modulo Zest Sport

Motorcycles: 2 vehicles
Gold Wing 1800, Shadow 750

Honda Civic Type-R Modulo: Racetrack Ready Concept To Debut At The 2008 Tokyo Salon

Along with the sporty Inspire Modulo Concept that we showed you earlier today (click here), Honda will also introduce a street-legal, track-ready version of the Civic Type-R sedan at the upcoming Tokyo Auto Salon in January. Apart from the racing livery, the Civic Type-R Modulo Concept’s exterior is enhanced by a wing spoiler, clear tail-lights and a set of cool 19-inch alloy wheels wrapped in 225/35 R19 rubber.

Not much, but wait until you take a look at the concept’s interior. Honda’s designers removed anything they could in order to lower the car’s weight. The door panels were replaced with carbon fibre, the door handles gave their place to latches while the stock front seats were swapped for a pair of impressive (and lightweight) Recaro bucket seats. Honda kinda overdid it with the carbon fibre as the lightweight material has been used among other things on the new sports steering wheel, the handbrake and the centre dash. -Continued after the jump

Since we don’t have the official press release in our hands, we don’t know if Honda proceeded to any mechanical changes. However, we did see from the pictures that the Civic Type-R Modulo Concept is fitted with electronically controlled adjustable dampers. We’ll have more on the concept closer to the Tokyo Auto Salon opening which is set for January 11, 2008.

Pics via: carview

Honda Civic Type-R To Make GB Rally Debut

JAS Motorsport’s Honda Civic Type R R3 rally car will make its GB debut on the Wales Rally this week (November 30 to December 2), the final round of the 2007 World Rally Championship. Former Junior World Champion Dani Sola will get behind the wheel in Great Britain as he did on the Catalunya Rally in Spain last month were he won the R3 class.

Dani Sola says: “Great Britain is one of my favorite gravel events because the stages really reward commitment. However, we are not underestimating the challenge ahead of us. As a team, we haven’t competed on gravel since July – and this new R3 car has never competed on gravel at all. Our mission will be to get the car to the finish and try to prove that we can be as competitive on gravel as we are on asphalt.” -Continued after the jump

Stefano Fini, JAS Motorsport’s chief engineer, added: “Our new R3 car is now on sale for our customers. The car is fully ready for any 2008 season, and we have already had a lot of interest from several different drivers and teams. We are confident that we will provide a competitive package for our customers, who will become valued members of the Honda family.”

2008 Honda Civic Type-R Tuned by INGS

Japanese tuning specialist INGS has released a new line of aftermarket accessories for the 2008 Honda Civic Type-R sedan. INGS avoided offering any sort of mods for the 221 PS naturally aspirated K20A 2.0-liter i-VTEC engine, preferring to concentrate on aerodynamic and chassis improvements. -Continued after the jump

The Type-R’s grip is upgraded with the adoption of 18-inch INGS Sports TS06 alloy rims wrapped in Bridgestone POTENZA RE-01R tyres (255/35 R18 Front - 225/40 R18 Rear) along with a new suspension from Endless ZEAL / Function X. Braking power is enhanced Endless 6-pot calipers on the front axle.

Other mods include the 5Zigen muffler, the Takata / MPH-340R seat belts and INGS’ impressive bodykit that consists of new front and rear bumpers, side-skirts and a Jumbo-Jet size rear wing.

Via: Jpcnews , Source: ings