JAS & Pininfarina Tease Honda’s Wild New Speed Machine

The racing spirit coupled with Italian flair. If you want a short description of this fascinating new project that is generating a lot of excitement in the automotive industry, that is it. JAS Motorsports, Honda's long-time racing partner, is making a road-legal sports car for the first time, and working with the design house, Pininfarina, which is exciting! 

If you are a fan of limited-edition vehicles, performance based on motorsport and Italian design, then you will want to pay attention to this story. This is everything we know - and why it matters for car enthusiasts in the U.S.

A Race Team Steps into the Limelight

JAS Motorsport isn't your average car brand - they are the ones working hard behind the scenes to help Honda win global races. JAS Motorsport has built and run some of the fastest Hondas in the world from touring cars to the NSX GT3.

However, unlike in the past for the past 30 years, this time the successful car will be made available for public roads and not just the racetrack. This sports car will carry the name of 'JAS' not Honda - making it JAS' first ever production car that is intended for everyday car fans (lucky and dwindling few).

Why This Is A Special Thing:

• 30+ years of racing knowledge now wrapped up in a street car
• This will be the first ever car branded JAS, instead of built for tracks
• This will be a bold and passionate career step in motorsport that goes beyond motorsport profession.

Styled by Pininfarina – It’s a Big Deal

Now, let's talk about this design. This isn't just some coachbuilder—they are using Pininfarina, the same studio that designed some of the most famous Ferraris and Alfa Romeos. You know what that means? Fast, yes but it will look downright beautiful, and no one makes beautiful cars quite like Italians.

The early teasers give you a very sleek silhouette, wide profile, aggressive air vents, detailing, and could it mean? I think you've got a mid-engine layout meaning "supercar" but sophisticated enough for the street.

What Makes Pininfarina's Involvement So Cool:

• Designed for Ferrari, Maserati, Alfa Romeo
• Known for creating artistry that is combined with aerodynamic design
• Day one they already have a 'Car Collector' credibility in the design of this car

Inspired by Legends – But With a Contemporary Approach

What’s even more exhilarating? This car is based on one of the most iconic sports cars of all time. Although JAS have not officially named which sports car was the muse, it is a reasonable inference that this car could be a spiritual homage to the first generation Honda NSX, specifically, the car that JAS developed and raced.

But don’t expect a retro throwback. The plan is to capture the essence and driving feeling of that classic whilst being 100% different - with contemporary styling, a modern chassis and new performance features.

What Can You Expect:

• A contemporary re-interpretation, not a slap together copy of an old legend
• Likely lightweight and rear-drive with serious driver focus
• Emotionally engaging driving experience not just numbers on paper

Manufactured in Italy – But U.S. Fans, Pay Attention

While this car will be built in Milan at the JAS headquarters, this isn't just a European thing. U.S. collectors, importers, and exotic car enthusiasts should certainly pay attention to this vehicle. This is a car that you will see at Pebble Beach, not a car that you will buy at a dealership.

They'll be limited to only a few units, making it an instant collectible. So for you, the person who missed out on the original Acura NSX, or are simply looking for something ultra-rare that the neighbors will not have - this will be something to consider importing to the USA.

So Why Should U.S. Buyers Care:

• Likely go through an import process for collectors and track fanatics
• Extremely low production = investment grade rarities
• May eventually become a 'future legend' such as the NSX or LFA

Not an EV - And That's Somehow Refreshing

While other brands scramble for EVs, JAS is going different. They are developing this car on what they call a "modern mechanical platform", which indicates some kind of traditional gas engine - likely a turbocharged V6, at a minimum.

And for traditionalists? That's music to the ears. No synthetic engine sounds, and no battery nonsense - just real power, real sound and a real relationship between the driver and the car. This car has been designed for people who care about driving.

What This Probably Means:

• Real engine sound and real revs - no EV silence
• Probably a mid-mounted engine with lots of racing DNA
• JAS has built great track monsters, expect it to perform like one

Timeline: When Will it Arrive?

For the moment, we are in the teaser phase. The car is under development, and the reveal is expected to happen in early to mid-2026. JAS has already begun to drop some hints and images, and I am sure if they can make it happen, there will be places like Geneva or Goodwood where it will live debut.

We will likely see more about the powertrain and performance early next year, but for now just knowing it is coming is exciting enough.

Mark These Key Points:

• Official debut: Expect by Spring or Summer 2026
• Teasers and design sketches to come through late 2025
• Possible live reveal at key international auto shows

 

 

 

 

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Honda-Pininfarina Sports Car Specs(Confirmed So Far)

Conclusion

The partnership of JAS Motorsport and Pininfarina goes beyond yet another sports car announcement; this is a recognition of heritage, racing passion, and Italian styling expertise. For car enthusiasts, this limited production model brings together some special elements: the very essence of motorsport along with Pininfarina's distinct character and feel. Although the announcement is only a few days old, we already know that this will become a collector's item. Limited production, an homage to the racing DNA of Honda; this is going to mean much more to the driver and collector than the speed of the vehicle; there is a legacy and craftsmanship embedded in this machine, and emotions connected to this four-wheeled piece of art.

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