Honda Racing's First Performance Parts: What Wheel and Exhaust Buyers Should Check
Honda Racing Corporation USA says it will show its first HRC Performance Parts at the 2026 SEMA Show, November 3–6. The announced initial line includes forged wheels for the Civic Type R and Integra Type S, a separate forged off-road wheel for the Passport and Pilot, and a Borla-developed cat-back exhaust for the Passport and Pilot. For shoppers, the key distinction is timing: Honda says these parts are planned for sale through Honda and Acura dealers and Honda DreamShop beginning in March 2027, after final testing. This is a preview, not an in-stock SMG Speed Shop offer.
A wheel specification is a starting point, not a fitment guarantee
Honda lists its on-road wheel at 19 x 10 inches, 20.8 pounds, and 55 mm offset, with stated applications of 2023-and-newer Civic Type R and 2024-and-newer Integra Type S. The manufacturer says it is half an inch wider and 5.5 pounds lighter than the factory wheel. Those figures describe Honda's announced part, not a promise that a different 19 x 10 wheel or tire combination will fit the same vehicle.
Before ordering any wheel, confirm the exact vehicle year and trim, bolt pattern and hub bore, offset, brake-caliper-to-spoke clearance, load rating, and the proposed tire size. Check clearance at steering lock and through suspension travel, especially if ride height or brakes have changed. A lighter wheel may affect unsprung mass, but the real-world handling result depends on the complete wheel, tire and suspension package—not wheel weight alone.
Passport and Pilot: treat the off-road wheel as a separate application
Honda's announced 18 x 8 forged off-road wheel has a 40 mm offset and is listed for 2026-and-newer Passport and 2023-and-newer Pilot. Do not assume the Civic/Integra wheel applies to these SUVs, or that every Passport or Pilot trim has identical brake and tire clearance. Verify the manufacturer's final application list and the vehicle's brake package, tire dimensions, load requirements and use case before purchase.
The Borla-developed exhaust still needs an exact vehicle check
Honda also describes a 304-stainless cat-back system for 2026-and-newer Passport and 2023-and-newer Pilot, designed with Borla and installed using factory hangers. Honda reports up to 6% greater flow and up to 1.9 inches more ground clearance for its system. Those are manufacturer claims about a specific announced configuration, not independently verified horsepower gains or figures to apply to another exhaust. Confirm the final part number, model year, trim, drivetrain, emissions requirements and installation instructions when the product becomes orderable.
Honda says it will also display prototype coilovers, a brake kit and a short-throw shifter at SEMA. Prototypes should not be treated as released products; Honda has not provided a retail date for them in this announcement.
The practical takeaway: use the announcement to plan measurements and budget, then buy only against the final manufacturer application guide. If you are planning a wheel, tire, brake or exhaust change now, SMG Speed Shop can help compare currently available alternatives against your exact vehicle and build goals without assuming these HRC parts are on the shelf.
Source: Honda Racing Corporation USA announcement, October 22, 2026.
Image disclosure: The hero is AI-generated explanatory artwork illustrating generic wheel and brake clearance; it does not depict the announced HRC parts or a verified vehicle fit.