Just when we thought we could take a break reporting on the sad demise of the Honda/Acura NSX, they go and announce a new one. Sorta.
Granted, assuming you don’t represent a top-flight race team, you won’t be able to go out and buy one, but the announcement of the NSX GT3 Evo22 promises we’ll see Acura’s supercar on tracks until at least 2024.
The Evo22 will build on the success of the Acura NSX GT3 Evo, with the latest round of revisions focusing on addressing team and driver needs. As the name implies, it’s an evolution of the existing car.
Areas that will see tweaks are improved intercoolers, revised spring rates coupled with suspension geometry changes, increased fluid tank sizes for endurance racing, and wheel system changes to cut tire change times. Also included is a new FIA-mandated rain light. There will also be improved air conditioning options and different headlights available.
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According to a report last month by Sportscar365, the latest evolution isn’t being made as a result of 2022’s refreshed GT3 regulations but rather due to the fact that the car has been racing without changes for the past three years. Under the new regs, performance will stay largely the same, with BoP (Balance of Performance) being the key aspect of the rule changes.
The Acura NSX GT3 Evo22’s chassis will continue to be produced at the Performance Manufacturing Center in Marysville, Ohio. JAS Motorsport completes the final assembly of each unit in Milan, Italy, and will also continue to provide parts and technical support in Europe.
In North America, the NSX GT3 has racked up 25 victories over four seasons in IMSA GTD and SRO GT competition. It’s also the defending IMSA GTD and SRO GT Manufacturers’ champion. Additionally, the NSX GT3 Evo competes in both Japan and Europe, badged as a Honda.
The new NSX GT3 Evo22 is available to order and is homologated through 2024.