This year, Honda commemorates its 60th anniversary of its very first triumph in the FIA * 1 Formula One World ChampionshipTM (F1(R)). As part of its celebratory activities, throughout the F1 MEXICAN GRAND PRIX * 2 on October 26, Honda will take part in a showrun with the Honda RA272– the vehicle that provided Honda’s very first triumph– driven by Oracle Red Bull Racing motorist Yuki Tsunoda.
Yuki Tsunoda preparing to drive the RA272 at 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed
On October 24, 1965, at the F1 MEXICAN GRAND PRIX, Honda accomplished triumph on the planet’s peak motorsports classification for the very first time as a Japanese car manufacturer, with motorist Richie Ginther at the wheel of the RA272.
The RA272 was Honda’s F1(R) automobile in its 2nd year as a complete manufacturer * 3. Powered by a 1.5-liter V12 engine and bring the Japanese flag on its white livery, the RA272 ended up being a sign that marked the start of Japan’s motorsport history.
For the showrun, Honda Racing Corporation engineers carried out unique upkeep on the RA272 housed at the Honda Collection Hall. At the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, where Honda attained its very first F1(R) triumph, Japanese F1(R) chauffeur Tsunoda will drive the RA272 as a representative Honda motorist.
Because its starting, Honda has actually pursued difficulties, seeing racing as a location to refine its individuals and innovation. This year, Honda is running an unique program reviewing 60 years of difficulties and triumphes, with a Williams Honda FW11 showrun at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed in July and Monterey Car Week in August, and a Honda RA272 showrun at the MEXICAN GRAND PRIX. As it advances power system (PU) advancement for its upcoming F1(R) entry beginning in 2026, Honda will continue to develop its individuals and innovation through these difficulties, providing dreams and enjoyment to motorsports and Honda fans worldwide.
* The F1 logo design, FORMULA 1, F1, GRAND PRIX and associated marks are hallmarks of Formula One Licensing BV, a Formula 1 business. All rights scheduled.
* 1 FIA: Federation Internationale de l’Automobile
* 2 Official name: F1 MEXICO CITY GRAND PRIX 2025
* 3 Full contractor establishes and produces its own automobile and engine for F1(R) competitors
Remark of Yuki Tsunoda, Oracle Red Bull Racing
“It is an honor to drive the RA272 at the unique location where Honda attained its very first F1(R) success. Driving on the track where the RA272 originated Japanese motorsports history 60 years earlier is an especially unique and deeply moving experience. With Honda’s history of difficulties in my heart, I wish to offer fans a drive that communicates dreams and enthusiasm.”
Remark of Koji Watanabe, President of Honda Racing Corporation (HRC)
“It is a remarkable enjoyment that the RA272 will drive once again in Mexico, at the exact same location Honda accomplished its very first success, 60 years earlier in 1965. Having Tsunoda, a motorist representing Japan in F1(R), pilot this historical automobile holds fantastic significance. Our company believe this will be a valuable chance to review Honda’s history of difficulty while sharing dreams and wish for the future with our fans.”
Honda’s F1(R) activity highlights
Gotten involved as a power system provider
Provided power systems to McLaren Racing
Max Verstappen (Red Bull Racing) won Drivers’ Championship,
Honda ends F1(R) involvement at the end of 2021
HRC started technical assistance for Red Bull Powertrains
Max Verstappen won 2nd successive Drivers’ Championship, Red Bull Racing won Constructors’ Championship
Honda revealed go back to F1(R) beginning in 2026
Max Verstappen won 3rd successive Drivers’ Championship, Red Bull Racingwon 2nd successive Constructors’ Championship
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