HondaOn April 20, the European division of the company launched the new “Civic Type R” with specifications that achieved the fastest record for a commercially available FF model at the Nürburgring.Type RS” announced that it will be sold in the left-hand drive market in Europe.
The new Civic Type R achieved the fastest record for a commercial FF model on Germany’s Nürburgring North Course (20.8km per lap). His lap time was 7:44.881.
In this time attack, the new Civic Type R was equipped with the “Pilot Sports Cup 2 Connect” jointly developed with Michelin. As a tire that further enhances circuit performance, such as improved grip on dry roads and well-balanced handling, Honda dealers will be able to order this tire, and customers will be able to purchase directly from Michelin.
The Type RS sold in the left-hand drive market in Europe is expected to be fitted with this Pilot Sport Cup 2 Connect tire. In addition, the same weight reduction as the time tack specification of the Nürburgring is also applied. Details of the weight reduction have not been announced, but equipment such as an air conditioner is expected to be omitted.
