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Adrian Padeanu

Honda Struggling To Build a Fun Electric Type R

Honda has been discussing the prospects of an electric Type R since 2020. A couple of years later, the CTR's lead engineer lamented how stricter emissions regulations are forcing automakers to electrify their fun cars. But in 2025, there's still no sign of a Type R-badged car without a combustion engine. In fact, a company official is now strongly hinting that a performance EV with the desirable red badge isn't going to happen anytime soon.

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