Honda UK and Mission Motorsport created the world's
first ever CR-V diesel race car, set to compete in the Race of Remembrance at
Anglesey circuit in Wales.
The team used a CR-V 1.6 i-DTEC AWD EX model as the foundation
for this project, removing everything inside except for the dashboard, while
adding a bespoke roll cage, racing seats and harnesses.
Dynamically, a special suspension was added,
lowering the car's center of gravity significantly. Other mods include large
Brembo brakes (sourced from a Civic Type R), wider wheels from a Civic Sport,
adjustable camber control arms and towing hooks.
Because the Race of Remembrance runs in the dark for
6 hours, an additional LED light bar was integrated into the grille, while
bonnet and roof scoops were added to help with cooling during the 12 total
hours that the car will be out on the track.
The Race of Remembrance takes place this weekend on
the 11th and 12th of November.
