Honda Brings Legendary Pokémon Koraidon to Life at Suzuka 8 Hours
Following itsdebutat the Honda Welcome Plaza earlier this year, the Koraidon will be on display at the Honda Racing Gallery on August 1 and 2. On August 3, the concept will perform its first public 'Sprinting Build' showrun during the race's pre-ceremony event, giving fans a glimpse of its motion capabilities.
The project involves around 40 Honda engineers and marks a playful yet technologically ambitious response toToyota'sMiraidon initiative. The Koraidon features realistic proportions, self-balancing tech and a design that closely mirrors its in-game counterpart. Created in collaboration with The Pokémon Company, the Honda Koraidon is part of a broader mission to transform childhood dreams into reality through engineering and imagination.
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