Although the all-new IndyCar hybrid powertrains don’t officially debut until 2024, Honda is offering fans and enthusiasts alike a sneak peek of the new units…with a CR-V. Yes, seriously.
“This project vehicle is an INDYCAR ‘beast’ in Honda CR-V ‘sheep’s clothing’,” said David Salters, president and technical director for Honda Performance Development, the North American racing arm of American Honda …
I'll also use this as an excuse to share one of my favorite songs:
Indy500s on the Indy-powered CR-V?
I just had a new CR-V Hybrid as a rental car, but it didn't look anything like the one pictured.
Larry Chen just dropped a video on it with the project lead at a track complete with ride along.
It looks like just to commuter I need. Very cool build.
I love it when manufacturers turn engineers loose on stuff like this. Reminds me of the Supervan Transits
Good job whoever designed the livery, too.
However, the X5 Le Mans is still my favorite:
I'm disappointed that they didn't use a CVT, since Honda seems to think that it's the answer to everything automotive these days.
(^Says the guy who, reluctantly, placed a deposit on a new CRV two months ago, in spite of its continuously variable transmission)
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