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Monterey Car Week

Monterey Car Week is the collective name for a series of automotive events held annually in August on California’s Monterey Peninsula, U.S.A. These events span a variety of shows, auctions, and races, attracting large gatherings of classic and luxury car enthusiasts, collectors, and dealers.

Honda Celebrates 70 Years of Motorsports Heritage at Monterey Car Week

Overview: American Honda is celebrating seven decades of two- and four-wheel motorsports heritage at this year's Monterey Car Week in California (Aug. 12–16). With a special focus on Japanese motorsports, Honda will showcase over 20 iconic, championship-winning Honda and Acura race machines that have conquered the world's most prestigious racing series.

Executive Quote: "Our founder, Soichiro Honda, believed in competition as a means to improve our company, our engineers and our products and racing became a key part of the corporate culture of Honda," said David Salters, president, Honda Racing Corporation USA (HRC US). "Honda has won at the highest levels of motorsports here and around the world, and we're excited to share our rich motorsports heritage at Monterey Car Week with more Honda and Acura championship-winning race machines heading to the Monterey Peninsula than ever before."

Key Highlights:

  • ・A Legacy of Global Success: The showcase highlights Honda's victories across top-tier series, including Formula 1®, IndyCar, IMSA, MotoGP, and the Dakar Rally.
  • ・Premier Event Activations: These historic machines will be featured in static displays and dynamic demonstration laps at top events throughout the week, including Motorlux, The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, and the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion (RMMR).
  • ・Historic Milestones: The event commemorates significant achievements, such as the 40th anniversary of Honda's first F1 Constructors' title, alongside a look into the future with the debut of the 2026 Aston Martin Aramco Racing Formula One AMR26.

Featured Vehicles (Highlights):

  • ・Automobiles: The legendary 1986 Williams Honda FW11, Alex Palou's dominant 2025 IndyCar, the 1996 TEAM KUNIMITSU NSX GT2 (Le Mans), and the 2023 Rolex 24-winning Acura ARX-06 GTP.
  • ・Motorcycles: Nicky Hayden's 2006 Honda RC211V, Mick Doohan's iconic 1997 Honda NSR500, and Ricky Brabec's Dakar-winning 2020 Honda CRF450 RALLY.

Participating Events

Motorlux Motorlux
Motorlux
Motorlux
August 12

Motorlux

[Location]
Monterey Jet Center
[Event Overview]
The glamorous kick-off event for Monterey Car Week. Set on the airport tarmac, it offers an extraordinary space where hand-picked rare automobiles and aircraft, including private jets, are displayed side by side. Premium hospitality, featuring gourmet food from California's Michelin-starred restaurants, renowned chefs, and curated wines, is a major highlight.
[2026 Highlights]
  • ・Japanese Car Class: One of this year's display classes is "Chasing Cherry Blossoms," featuring vehicles inspired by Japan's meticulous design and culture, accompanied by Japanese cuisine.
  • ・VIP Cabanas Debut: The "Motorlux VIP Cabana" will be introduced for the first time this year, offering an even more exclusive and private space for guests.
[Automobiles]
  • ・Acura ARX-06 GTP
The Quail, <br />A Motorsports Gathering The Quail, <br />A Motorsports Gathering
The Quail, <br />A Motorsports Gathering
The Quail, <br />A Motorsports Gathering
August 14

The Quail,
A Motorsports Gathering

[Location]
The Quail Golf Club
[Event Overview]
Celebrating its 23rd year, this is one of the world's most exclusive garden party-style events. Hosted by The Peninsula Hotels, it features top-tier hospitality alongside the display of hundreds of rare vehicles and numerous world premieres by leading global manufacturers.
[2026 Highlights]
  • ・The Legacy of Japanese GTs: Legendary Japanese cars will take center stage as one of the four special classes this year.
[Automobiles]
  • ・Acura ARX-01a
Rolex Monterey <br />Motorsports Reunion Rolex Monterey <br />Motorsports Reunion
Rolex Monterey <br />Motorsports Reunion
Rolex Monterey <br />Motorsports Reunion
August 12 - August 15

Rolex Monterey
Motorsports Reunion

[Location]
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
[Event Overview]
Often called a "rolling museum," this thrilling event features authentic historic racing cars competing flat-out on the track. Beyond static displays, the true appeal lies in experiencing the exhaust notes, smells, and raw energy of motorsport history brought back to life.
[2026 Highlights]
  • ・Spotlight on "Japanese Motorsport": "Icons of Japanese Motorsport" has been selected as this year's Featured Marque. Brands including Honda, Mazda, Toyota, Yamaha, and Nissan will gather for a massive display and track runs celebrating Japan's racing history—spanning F1, IndyCar, motorcycle racing, and off-road.
  • ・Debut of the JDM Legends Car Show: For the first time in the event's history, a car show focusing on street and garage-built JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) culture will be held concurrently, featuring DJ sets and other immersive lifestyle activities.
[Automobiles]
  • ・1986 Williams Honda FW11
  • ・2026 Aston Martin Aramco Racing Formula One™ AMR26
  • ・Alex Palou's 2025 IndyCar
  • ・Alex Zanardi's 1996 IndyCar
  • ・Gil de Ferran's 2001 IndyCar
  • ・Acura ARX-06 GTP
  • ・Acura Team Penske ARX-05 Daytona Prototype
  • ・Acura ARX-01a
  • ・Acura NSX GT3 Chassis No. 5
  • ・Comptech Spice Acura GTP Lights Prototypes
  • ・Acura Integra 40 Racer
  • ・1996 TEAM KUNIMITSU NSX GT2
  • ・Strakka Racing ARX-01c
  • ・Honda S800 RSC
  • ・RAYBRIG NSX GT
  • ・Honda Civic 1200
  • ・Realtime Racing Acura Integra Type R
  • ・Realtime Racing Acura NSX
  • ・Acura Integra Type S DE5
  • ・Honda N600 Baja
[Motorcycles]
  • ・2026 Honda RC213V
  • ・Nicky Hayden's 2006 Honda RC211V
  • ・Mick Doohan's 1997 Honda NSR500
  • ・Dick Mann 1970 Honda CR750 Replica
  • ・Ricky Brabec's 2020 Honda CRF450 RALLY
  • ・2004 CBR600RR AMA Formula Xtreme
  • ・Jett Lawrence's 2025 Honda CRF450R
Pebble Beach <br />Concours d’Elegance Pebble Beach <br />Concours d’Elegance
Pebble Beach <br />Concours d’Elegance
Pebble Beach <br />Concours d’Elegance
August 16

Pebble Beach
Concours d’Elegance

[Location]
Pebble Beach Golf Links
[Event Overview]
Held since 1950, this is the grand finale of Monterey Car Week and the most prestigious classic car concours in the world. The finest collector cars from around the globe gather on the 18th hole of the renowned golf course to be judged on elegance, technical beauty, and historical value, ultimately competing for the coveted "Best of Show."
[2026 Highlights]
  • ・Historic 75th Anniversary: 2026 marks a monumental milestone as the 75th edition of the Concours.
  • ・Debut of Cutting-Edge Concept Cars: Beyond the historic vehicle competition, this prestigious venue serves as a premier global stage for automakers to unveil their latest concept cars and new models.
  • ・The "Dawn Patrol" Tradition: Spectators eagerly await the sunrise as competition vehicles roll onto the show field grass. This early-morning "Dawn Patrol" (sponsored by Hagerty) remains one of the most passionate and unique traditions of the event.
[Automobiles]
  • ・1996 TEAM KUNIMITSU NSX GT2
  • ・Strakka Racing ARX-01c

Past Events

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