Honda in Formula One
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The Japanese automobile manufacturer Honda has participated in Formula One, as an engine manufacturer and team owner, for various periods since 1964. Honda's involvement in Formula One began as a full team and engine entry in the 1964 season, and in 1965 they achieved their first victory at the Mexican Grand Prix. After further success with John Surtees, Honda withdrew at the end of the 1968 season due to difficulties selling road cars in the United States and Honda driver Jo Schlesser's fatal accident.
Restored 1965 Honda RA272, the first Japanese car to win in Formula One. The car is painted in the racing colours of Japan.
John Surtees and Yoshio Nakamura at the 1968 Dutch Grand Prix
Honda RA121E V12 engine as supplied to McLaren for the 1991 season
The all-conquering Honda RA168E V6 turbo used in the McLaren MP4/4 and Lotus 100T in 1988
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Honda Motor Co., Ltd. is a Japanese public multinational conglomerate manufacturer of automobiles, motorcycles, and battery-powered equipment, headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, Japan.
Headquarters in Minato, Tokyo
Honda's foray into four-wheelers started with the Honda T360 in 1963.
Eleventh-generation Honda Accord
Eleventh-generation Honda Civic