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Dreyer & Reinbold Racing will return to full-time IndyCar competition in 2027 after purchasing an IndyCar charter from Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing, signing Conor Daly to a multi-year deal to drive the team’s new #24 entry with Honda engines; the move marks DRR’s first full season since 2012 and reunites Daly with the Indiana-based squad as it aims to contend weekly.
Honda plans to cut more than $9 billion in costs over the next four years by pressuring suppliers to lower prices and increasing sourcing from China, aiming for about a 30% cost reduction in three component categories—pressed/forged parts, electrical parts, and software-defined vehicle parts—with a broader target of 1.5 trillion yen in savings by 2030.
Honda plans to trim about 1.5 trillion yen ($9.4B) in costs by 2030, instructing suppliers to slash prices, standardize parts, and source more Chinese-made components to better compete with BYD and other Chinese EV makers, as EV-related losses exceed $12B; the company is also partnering with Nissan to develop standardized ECUs for software-defined vehicles by 2029 amid tariff and R&D cost pressures.
Nissan and Honda announced a joint effort to pool software development resources for vehicles, aiming to speed up in-car software platforms and cut costs. The collaboration signals a strategic push to stay competitive as automakers increasingly rely on software and connected services, though details on scope and implementation remain limited.
Honda Racing Corporation launches the Heritage Racing program to sell, restore, and support its iconic race cars from Le Mans, Sebring, and Daytona, including full prototype machines. The first car for sale is the Sebring-winning Acura ARX-01a, with the debut listed for The Quail during the 2026 Monterey Car Week, and HRC US offering restoration services for cars owned by others as well. The initiative expands into aftermarket parts, fashion, and oil, aiming to create a new North American revenue stream and let fans see Honda/Acura race cars back in action.
Gear Patrol presents a roundup of 17 motorcycles you might’ve missed, spanning Honda’s modern and retro lines, Harley-Davidson’s Revolution Max café racer, Kawasaki’s Z900RS Café, vintage models, and bold picks from Benelli, BMW, CFMoto, Indian, Husqvarna, and Boss Hoss—including an 8,128cc V8 cruiser and Stark Future’s electric Varg EX/MX—with brief specs and pricing for each.
An overview of Honda’s nine rare production motorcycles, from the 1962 CR93 to the 2015 RC213V-S, explaining how tiny production runs, racing pedigree, and advanced engineering have made them highly sought-after collectibles, with auction prices ranging from tens of thousands to six figures.
Several Hondas in Philadelphia’s Fairmount neighborhood were found with wheels stolen and windows broken overnight; vehicles were left on plastic crates, and police are assessing whether the incidents are connected.
Honda confirmed a next-generation Ridgeline will be produced in the U.S. after a temporary Alabama plant stoppage later this year, with assembly returning by 2028 and a push for greater ruggedness and capability; the company did not confirm whether the truck would switch to a body-on-frame build, while CR-V led U.S. auto sales in the first half.
Belgian GP disappointment for Aston Martin has the team rolling out a major B-spec upgrade at the Hungarian GP—an aero/chassis overhaul plus an updated Honda power unit—aimed at closing the gap to rivals and possibly gaining around two seconds per lap, with Krack stressing that “going racing” is the priority and Newey's package under close scrutiny for the team's fortunes and Alonso's F1 future.
Tesla is expected to post a quarterly cash burn as it pours about $25 billion into AI and robotics, signaling a pivot toward physical AI ventures like self-driving taxis and humanoid robots; GM lifts its 2026 earnings outlook on strong SUV and truck demand; Honda renews its China JV with GAC through 2038 despite a lackluster EV lineup; Stellantis taps new leaders for Jeep and Ram to strengthen its brands.
Honda will discontinue the Prologue electric SUV after the 2026 model year, ending a two-year run built on GM's Ultium platform; the decision follows Honda's broader retreat from EVs, the cancellation of the planned in-house 0 Series lineup, and the Acura ZDX's discontinuation, though Honda will continue to support existing Prologue customers through its dealer network.
Honda unveils the CBR400R FOUR E-Clutch, a small-displacement sport bike that uses an optional E-Clutch system to simplify shifting for beginners while letting experienced riders ride it like a conventional bike; it features a 399cc inline-four producing about 57.2 hp and 28 lb-ft, a 412-pound curb weight, a 30.7-inch seat height, a 5-inch color TFT dash, and four riding modes, with a price of about $7,395 in Japan and a September rollout at Honda Dream dealerships ahead of a potential U.S. introduction.
Honda moves the CB400 Super Four E-Clutch from concept to production, pairing a 399cc inline-four with 57 hp and 28 lb-ft torque to Honda’s E-Clutch and throttle-by-wire for smoother, stall-free riding; the retro-styled bike weighs about 412 lb, has a 30-inch standover and upright riding position, plus a 5-inch TFT with RoadSync and a USB-C port, and it goes on sale in Japan on August 21 for 998,800 yen (about $6,100) with no confirmed US release yet.
Honda’s S2000 earns its cult status from a purpose-built six-speed manual with a direct, top-mounted metal shift linkage, an aluminum lever floating in a rubber mount, and multi-cone synchros that deliver ultra-short, precise shifts. Tight packaging keeps the lever close to the steering wheel, reflecting Honda’s long-running focus on shift feel and design philosophy.