Honda’s 2008 Tokyo Auto Salon Offerings: Civic Type-R & Inspire Concepts

At this year’s Tokyo Auto Salon (January 11-13), which is the Japanese equivalent of the US SEMA and the European ESSEN tuning shows, Honda will display two custom designed concept vehicles. The race-track ready Sports Modulo Type R is based on the Civic Type R, and according to Honda, it demonstrates how aerodynamic performance and design can be brought together to enhance a vehicle.

The less dramatic Touring Modulo Inspire Concept, based on the new Inspire (Accord), features a combination of sporty and luxury elements. We’ve added high-res pictures of both cars after the jump, but if you want to see more pictures, click here for the Touring Modulo Inspire and here for the Sports Modulo Type R. -Continued after the jump

Press Release

TOKYO, Japan, January 9, 2008– Honda Access Corporation, manufacturer of genuine Honda aftermarket parts and accessories, announced that it will feature two Modulo concept vehicles in its exhibition at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2008 with NAPAC, to be held from Friday, January 11, to Sunday, January 13, 2008, at Makuhari Messe in Chiba Japan.

The theme for the Honda display will be “Realizing Dreams Together”, and the focus will be on road-going models that display the true value of Honda Access products and demonstrating how those products deliver what customers really desire.

The two concept vehicles are designed to take the appeal of the sedan to a higher level through new approaches to customization. The Sports Modulo Type R is based on the Civic Type R, and demonstrates how aerodynamic performance and design can be brought together to enhance a vehicle. The Touring Modulo Inspire, based on the new Inspire, is a luxury vehicle that combines a sporty character with a premium feel.

Also on display will be Civic Type R, Step WGN and Fit models, and motorcycles featuring Honda’s most advanced equipment. The latest Honda car navigation and audio systems and other genuine Honda accessories will also be presented. .

1 Honda Access Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

2 Modulo is an original Honda customization brand.

3 Sponsored by the Tokyo Auto Salon Association with the cooperation of the Nippon Auto Parts Aftermarket Committee (NAPAC)

Overview of Tokyo Auto Salon 2008
Dates:
Friday, January 11, 9am to 6pm: Press Day; 1pm to 6pm:Special General Admission
Saturday, January 12, 9pm to 6pm: General Admission
Sunday, January 13, 9am to 5pm: General Admission

Location:
International Convention Hall, Makuhari Messe (Japan Convention Center), Chiba, Japan

Press Conference by Honda Access: Exhibition Overview
Date:
Friday, January 11, from 9:30

Location:
International Convention Hall, Makuhari Messe (Japan Convention Center), Chiba, Japan, Central Hall, Exhibit #431, Honda display

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Automobiles: 2 vehicles
Sports Modulo Type R, Touring Modulo Inspire e

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Automobiles: 2 vehicles
StepWGN, Kids Bike Transporter

Motorcycles: 1 vehicle
Forza Z Audio Package

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Team Honda Access Civic (2007 Super Endurance ST4 Class Series Championship Car)

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Automobiles: 6 vehicles
Fit Active Plus, Fit Sports Neo, Fit Luxe’ster
Modulo StepWGN, Modulo Odyssey Absolute, Modulo Zest Sport

Motorcycles: 2 vehicles
Gold Wing 1800, Shadow 750