FYI: The Acura Integra Type S HRC prototype debuts in a vibrant yellow color known as Indy Yellow Pearl. Performance upgrades include wider wheels, larger brakes, carbon fiber components, and a weight reduction of 200 pounds. Honda Racing Corporation US, formerly Honda Performance Development, is exploring the possibility of offering these performance parts and high-performance vehicles through dealerships.
A Modern Classic: The Acura Integra Type S HRC Prototype
An Iconic Yellow Revival
The Acura Integra Type S HRC prototype shines bright in a stunning Indy Yellow Pearl, a color originally used on the second-generation Acura NSX. This vibrant yellow hue is not only an homage to the past but a statement that boldly declares the return of high-performance Acuras. This color choice evokes memories of the Phoenix Yellow that adorned the much-loved DC2 chassis Integra Type R.
Performance Elevations
Significant Enhancements and Lighter Build
This prototype isn’t just about eye-catching aesthetics; it’s equipped with serious performance upgrades. The car now features 19 x 9.5 forged aluminum wheels, which increase the track width by 30 mm. A large front splitter, lightweight cat-back exhaust, and a sizable intercooler are also part of the enhancements, all contributing to a 200-pound reduction in weight.
For stopping power, the prototype is fitted with 15-inch two-piece front brake rotors and six-piston Brembo aluminum calipers. The air conditioning and rear seats have been removed, allowing space for carrying a spare Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R tire mounted on custom carbon fiber racks. Inside the cabin, one-piece carbon fiber Recaro seats ensure that the driver stays securely in place.
What is HRC?
A New Chapter for Honda’s Performance Division
If you’re familiar with Honda’s motorcycle racing, you already know about Honda Racing Corporation (HRC), which has been around since the 1980s. However, in the U.S., the performance division for four-wheelers was known as Honda Performance Development (HPD). This year, HPD rebranded to Honda Racing Corporation US and now supports various racing disciplines, including IndyCar and IMSA, and will soon be involved in Formula 1 when power unit regulations change in 2026.
The Road Ahead: Will We See These in Dealerships?
For the first time, Honda and Acura are considering the possibility of offering these high-performance parts and vehicles through their dealerships. This marks an exciting turn, and enthusiasts everywhere are eager to see if the Acura Integra Type S HRC prototype will eventually be available for public purchase.
On behalf of automotive aficionados and Type R enthusiasts, we eagerly await the potential dealership debut of the Acura Integra Type S HRC prototype.
Conclusion
The Acura Integra Type S HRC prototype revisits the glory days of the street tuner scene while looking forward to a promising future. With performance upgrades and an eye-catching color, it is bound to attract both old-school enthusiasts and new fans alike.
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