The Honda Civic Type R (EK9), introduced in 1997, was the first Civic to bear the “Type R” badge, signifying Honda’s high-performance lineage. Built exclusively for the Japanese domestic market, the EK9 was based on the sixth-generation Civic hatchback and featured a lightweight body, enhanced chassis rigidity, and a seam-welded monocoque structure for improved handling. At its heart was the Continue Reading...
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